Dhadak 2 OTT verdict: Siddhant Chaturvedi-Triptii Dimri's film gets its due love; Netizens call it 'exceptionally powerful'

Dhadak 2, the remake of the Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal, is the spiritual sequel to Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter's Dhadak. The film, starring Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi, was released in theaters on August 1. As Dhadak 2 completed its theatrical run, it is now streaming on Netflix from September 26. Many movie lovers haven't watched the film in theaters, but now are enjoying it on OTT. Here's how they have reacted to the film on X (Twitter).

Dhadak 2 OTT verdict

When Dhadak 2 was released in cinemas, it received mixed responses. Back then, Saiyaara was also running in theaters, and most of the moviegoers chose Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday's film. However, since Dhadak 2 landed on Netflix, Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi's film has been getting positive responses. 

One X user said, "Just finished watching #Dhadak2 an exceptionally powerful film. #sidharthchaturvedi & @tripti_dimri23 deliver outstanding act with remarkable depth. Heartfelt appreciation to director #shaziaiqbal for her courageous and sensitive storytelling. Truly commendable cinema."

Another said, "#TriptiDimri #siddhantchaturvedi pour their hearts as Vidhi & Neelesh.Siddhant delivers one of his finest performances,while Tripti shines far beyond just being eyecandy.#Dhadak2 is a hauntingly beautiful lovestory that stays with you,echoing the unspoken weight of caste divides." One user also said Dhadak 2 is "exceptionally powerful." 

"Every frame of #Dhadak2 screams of love fighting society’s chains. A confrontation of love, caste, courage, despair all colliding in a storm. Great performances by both the actors," read one X review.

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More about Dhadak 2

Dhadak 2 stars Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri as Neelesh, a Dalit law student, and Vidhi, his upper-caste classmate. They fall in love, but their love story faces intense societal backlash due to caste-based discrimination. Neelesh and Vidhi's relationship is tested by forces much greater than themselves, as they navigate the complexities of caste politics and fight against societal expectations.

It is a remake of the Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal, and the story explores themes of identity, prejudice, and the cost of defiance against oppressive social norms within an urban setting. The film was directed by Shazia Iqbal.

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FAQs:

Q: Where can I watch the movie Dhadak 2?

A: The film Dhadak 2, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, is available for streaming on Netflix. Its digital release was on September 26, 2025.

Q: Is Dhadak 2 a sequel to the first Dhadak film?

A: Dhadak 2 is described as a spiritual sequel to the 2018 film Dhadak. While it is part of the same franchise, it focuses on a new story with a different cast and explicitly tackles the themes of caste and social inequality, unlike the original, which was more of a commercial love story.

Q: Is Dhadak 2 a remake of another movie?

A: Yes, Dhadak 2 is a formal Hindi remake of the highly acclaimed 2018 Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal.