Namo Bhoothathma 2

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Namo Bhoothathma 2
Directed byV. Murali
Written byVenkat
Screenplay byV. Murali
Story byV. Murali
Produced bySantosh Shekar
V. Murali
Starring Komal
Lekha Chandra
Govinde Gowda
CinematographyHalesh
Edited byAmith Jawalkar
Music byArun Andrew
Production
company
MS Golden Pictures
Release date
  • 4 August 2023 (2023-08-04)
Running time
141 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageKannada

Namo Bhoothathma 2 is a 2023 Indian Kannada-language horror comedy film written and directed by Choreographer V. Murali and starring Komal, Lekha Chandra and Govinde Gowda. The film is a sequel to Namo Bhootatma (2014). [1]

Contents

Cast

Soundtrack

The music was composed by Arun Andrew.

Track listing
No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Ayyo Ayyo" Kaviraj Vijay Prakash 4:56
2."Namo Namo Re Boothathma"Mohan (Bajarangi)Chethan Naik, Airaa Udupi2:48
Total length:7:44

Reception

A critic from The New Indian Express wrote that "While the film may not achieve flawless victory, Komal Kumar’s presence makes it somewhat watchable. So prepare yourself for a visit to a spooky house, but only if you’re seeking laughter from cheesy jokes more than the real scares". [2] A critic from The Times of India wrote that "If you are bored of content-oriented films and looking for something different, which can also induce a good amount of laughter and scare, Namo Bhootatma-2 can be enjoyed in theatres". [3] A critic from Deccan Herald wrote that "The slapstick comedy sometimes evokes laughter but poor taste brings it down. The film begins with a promising premise but fails for want of a gripping narrative". [4] A critic from The South First wrote that "Kannada actor Komal Kumar is the only saving grace in this sequel to his previous hit horror-comedy — Namo Bhoothathma". [5]

A Sharadhaa, writing for New Indian Express, gave a rating of 2 out of 5 stars in her review of 'Namo Bhoothathma 2.' The film, directed by Murali, attempts to blend horror and comedy within the setting of an eerie haunted house. While the movie fulfills the requirement of an unsettling backdrop, it falls short in execution, relying on recycled and distasteful humor that may leave viewers wanting more innovative jokes. Komal Kumar's comedic timing shines, adding some charm to an otherwise lackluster film. Despite its shortcomings, the movie combines humor and supernatural intrigue, with Kumar's presence making it somewhat watchable for those seeking laughter from cheesy jokes more than genuine scares. [6]

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References

  1. ↑ "Namo Bhoothathma 2 Movie Review: Hilarious tale of horror". Times of India. Retrieved 23 December 2023.
  2. ↑ Sharadhaa, A. (5 August 2023). "'Namo Bhoothathma 2' movie review: Komal Kumar anchors this lacklustre horror comedy". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 5 August 2023. Retrieved 5 August 2023.
  3. ↑ S, Sridevi (4 August 2023). "Namo Bhoothathma 2 Movie Review : Hilarious tale of horror". The Times of India.
  4. ↑ "A promising thriller gone wrong". Deccan Herald. 4 August 2023.
  5. ↑ S. M., Shashiprasad (4 August 2023). "Namo Bhoothathma 2 review: A ghastly affair of 11 ghosts that intolerably haunt for over two hours". The South First. Archived from the original on 5 August 2023. Retrieved 5 August 2023.
  6. ↑ "'Namo Bhoothathma 2' movie review: Komal Kumar anchors this lacklustre horror comedy". newindianexpress.
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