Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba on Netflix ups the ante with more suspense and darker twists. But does it deliver a satisfying follow-up to its predecessor?

Let’s dive in.

Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba is a continuation of the dark, twisted tale that began with Haseen Dillruba. This sequel brings back Taapsee Pannu and Vikrant Massey, reprising their roles with the same intensity and complexity. The story takes a new direction, with Rani and Rishu entangled in fresh relationships and subplots, all while the police continue to probe the mysterious deaths.

The suspense is dialed up, and Kanika Dhillon’s writing remains sharp, ensuring the narrative keeps you on your toes with the pulp fiction-based narratives on crime and love.

However, despite the improvements in tension and the inclusion of intriguing new characters like Sunny Kaushal’s Abhimanyu, the film struggles with predictability and a screenplay that requires full audience immersion. Ultimately, it’s a more polished and engaging watch, especially for fans of the original, but it doesn’t entirely escape the shadow of its predecessor’s flaws.