The much-awaited romantic comedy sequel De De Pyaar De 2 has officially opened its advance ticket bookings, setting the stage for a lively festive release. Starring Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh and R. Madhavan, the film promises a fresh twist on modern relationships, second chances and emotional tug-of-wars — themes that made the first film a box-office and streaming favourite.
A reunion with complications
Ajay Devgn reprises his role as Ashish, whose life once again becomes a tangle of love, family expectations and generational clashes. Rakul Preet Singh returns as Ayesha, with new layers to her arc, while R. Madhavan enters the franchise in a role that shifts the emotional centre of the story. Promotional material hints that Madhavan’s character acts as a foil — or at moments, a direct disruptor — in the relationship dynamics.
The film’s trailer, released earlier, showcased Ajay and Madhavan exchanging charm, sarcasm and emotional conflict, instantly sparking memes, fan theories and comparison threads across social platforms.
Advance bookings & early response
With advance bookings now open across major multiplex chains and online ticketing platforms, early trends show strong interest in metro regions such as Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Pune, Hyderabad and Bengaluru. Evening and weekend premium shows are among the first to fill up, indicating positive initial traction.
Industry trackers note that if this momentum sustains over the next few days, the film could begin with a commercially solid opening — particularly given the recall value of the first instalment.
Why this sequel matters
De De Pyaar De (2019) built its appeal on a relatable mix of humour and emotional honesty, framed around a relationship with a significant age gap. The sequel appears to expand beyond that premise, exploring evolving partnerships, trust, insecurities and the complexities of starting over — without losing its humorous backbone.
Ajay Devgn’s screen presence, Rakul’s relatable brightness and Madhavan’s nuanced emotional energy are expected to shape the core of the film. Analysts suggest that the addition of Madhavan could widen the film’s audience — drawing family viewers as well as fans of romantic drama.
The promotional push
The makers have leaned into a lively marketing campaign featuring playful banter between Devgn and Madhavan. One promotional clip, in particular, where the two actors engage in a comedic rivalry for Rakul’s affection, has gone viral — turning into reaction templates online. This digital traction has contributed directly to curiosity around the film.
Conclusion
As De De Pyaar De 2 heads towards release, the film is positioned to benefit from nostalgia, star power and fresh storytelling stakes. The advance bookings mark the first real measure of audience enthusiasm — and so far, the signs are encouraging. All eyes will now be on opening-day occupancy and word-of-mouth, which will determine the sequel’s long-term run.