Netflix has been underwhelming lately, with recent originals like Wild Wild Punjab, Killer Soup, Archies, and Murder Mubarak failing to impress. While Chamkila and The Railway Men stood out, most of Netflix India’s recent content has been lackluster.
Even Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi and Junaid Khan’s Maharaj, which attracted millions of views out of curiosity, ultimately disappointed many viewers.
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Now, Netflix is bringing back one of its biggest hits with the sequel to Haseen Dillruba, titled Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba. The film features the same cast—Taapsee Pannu, Vikrant Massey, and Aditya Srivastava—with Sunny Kaushal joining as a new character, Abhimanyu.
The original Haseen Dillruba thrived in 2021 during the pandemic when people were confined to their homes and craving new content. It captivated audiences with its spicy, edgy romance. However, the OTT landscape has changed significantly since then. Viewers have watched loads of content and have become more demanding and discerning.
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To make an impact this time, Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba will need to exceed the expectations set by its predecessor by miles. The film is set to premiere on Netflix on August 9, 2024.