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Directed by | Amit Rai |
Written by | Amit Rai |
Produced by |
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Starring | Akshay Kumar Pankaj Tripathi Yami Gautam Dhar |
Cinematography | Amalendu Chaudhary |
Edited by | Suvir Nath |
Music by | Vikram Montrose Hansraj Raghuwanshi Djstrings Pranaay Sandesh Shandilya |
Production companies | |
Distributed by | Viacom18 Studios |
Release date |
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Running time | 155 minutes[1] |
Country | India |
Language | Hindi |
Budget | est. ₹50 crore[2][3] |
Box office | ₹220.59 crore[4] |
OMG 2 (or Oh My God 2) is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama film about sex education in Indian schools, written and directed by Amit Rai.[5][6][7][8][9] It is a spiritual sequel to OMG – Oh My God! (2012), and stars Akshay Kumar, Pankaj Tripathi and Yami Gautam Dhar.[10]
The film was theatrically released on 11 August 2023 to positive reviews from critics and immense praise from the audience.[11] It has grossed over ₹219.60 crore (US$28 million) worldwide, emerging as the seventh highest-grossing Hindi film of 2023.[12]
OMG 2, a satirical comedy-drama film, is the story of Kanti Sharan Mudgal, a staunch devotee of Lord Shiva, a simple man, a loving father, and a caring husband. One day his son, Vivek, is blamed for immoral conduct (masturbating in the school washroom) and thrown out of school. Upon confrontation, Kanti realizes that his son has been a victim of misinformation, misguidance and bullying. Grief-struck and unable to handle the crisis, Kanti decides to leave the town with his family, until he has a divine intervention that steers him towards the truth, that his culture and religion have always been open to discussion around sex, and comprehensive sex education in schools along with open discussions on the topic in the society can prevent such incidents, and could've helped his son as well. Kanti then decides to take on everyone responsible by dragging them to court to mandate sex education in schools, in a dramatic courtroom drama.
The film was initially rumoured to be in making in January 2021 with Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal returning as leads post the first part, but Rawal denied the reports.[5] In June 2021, the sequel to OMG was finally confirmed with a new storyline starring Kumar.[14][10] Pankaj Tripathi and Yami Gautam were roped in as new additions that same month, while Arun Govil joined the cast in November 2021 as Principal.[15]
Tripathi began the first schedule of the film on 2 September 2021 in Mumbai.[16] Akshay Kumar joined the sets in second schedule on 23 October 2021.[17][18] The third schedule of the film commenced in December 2021.[19]
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Soundtrack album by | |
Released | 8 August 2023 |
Recorded | 2022 |
Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
Length | 14:26 |
Language | Hindi |
Label | Zee Music Company |
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OMG 2 - Full Album on YouTube | |
Singles from OMG 2 | |
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The music of the film is composed by Vikram Montrose, Hansraj Raghuwanshi, Djstrings, Pranaay and Sandesh Shandilya while lyrics written by Kabeer Shukla, Hansraj Raghuwanshi, Djstrings, Shekhar Astitwa, Ginny Diwan and Sandesh Shandilya.
The first single titled "Oonchi Oonchi Waadi" was released on 18 July 2023.[20] The second single titled "Har Har Mahadev" was released on 27 July 2023.[21]
No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Oonchi Oonchi Waadi" | Kabeer Shukla, Hansraj Raghuwanshi, Djstrings | Djstrings | Hansraj Raghuwanshi | 3:58 |
2. | "Har Har Mahadev" | Shekhar Astitwa | Vikram Montrose | Vikram Montrose | 3:07 |
3. | "Ho Tayyar" | Ginny Diwan | Pranaay | Pranaay, Kailash Kher | 4:02 |
4. | "Akelo Chal Padiyo" | Sandesh Shandilya | Sandesh Shandilya | Shradha Mishra | 3:19 |
Total length: | 14:26 |
The first look of the poster of the film featuring Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva was launched in October 2021.[10] The teaser of the film was released on 11 July 2023.[22] The official trailer of the film was released on 3 August 2023.[23]
The Central Board Of Film Certification advised 20 cuts in the film's screenplay and an (A) (Adults Only) certificate, as they deemed the film's subject matter, which deals with sex education in schools, along with God and religion, to be controversial and could possibly hurt the sentiments of the audience. It was also suggested that Kumar's character in the film, which was initially supposed to be that of Lord Shiva, to be changed to that of a "Messenger of God". The makers felt that this would spoil the essence of the film and limit its appeal and insisted on receiving an (U/A) (Unrestricted public exhibition subject to parental guidance for children below the age of twelve) certificate. The film was eventually passed by the Censor Board with an (A) (Adults Only) certificate with no cuts but with 25 modifications.[24][25][26][27][28]
The film was theatrically released on 11 August 2023.[11]
On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, OMG 2 has an approval rating of 75% from 12 reviews, with an average score of 6.4/10.[29]
A critic for Bollywood Hungama rated the film 4 stars out of 5 and wrote "On the whole OMG 2 is a bold, powerful, progressive, and sensitively handled film with powerful performances as its USP."[30] Renuka Vyavahare of The Times Of India rated the film 4 stars out of 5 and wrote "OMG 2 shows you how a film can be entertaining, socially relevant and informative. You don’t need to leave your brain behind to have a good laugh. Take your family along to watch this interesting blend of social commentary and humour."[31] Tushar Joshi of India Today rated the film 4 stars out of 5 and wrote "Overall, 'OMG 2' is a film that has the right mix of everything. In short, it succeeds in being an entertainer with a valid message. Akshay Kumar's fans will be in for a huge treat where the actor delivers one of his career-best performances."[32]
Ganesh Aaglave of Firspost rated the film 4 stars out of 5 and wrote "OMG 2 is a film, which should be watched by the audience of all the age groups as it delivers a social message, which is the need of the hour across the nation."[33] Dishya Sharma of News18 rated the film 3.5 stars out of 5 and wrote "OMG 2 is unlike OMG: Oh My God. The first part had a little more comedy and a breezy approach. However, OMG 2 is heavy on dialogue and serious. Although it could feel preachy, it deserves a watch."[34] Shubhra Gupta of The Indian Express rated the film 3.5 stars out of 5 and wrote "A mainstream Hindi film taking up cudgels on behalf of the proponents of catching ‘em young? Speaking straight and true? Mentioning the wonders of the Kamasutra? Opening up syllabuses to include sex education? Yes, yes, and yes. Omg."[35]
In a negative review, Rahul Desai of Film Companion wrote "When the film belatedly wakes up to its own chauvinism, it throws in a few quick nods to the link between sexual repression and abuse. Most of them reek of tokenism."[36] Saibal Chatterjee of NDTV wrote "To sum up, OMG 2 aspires to be as sharp as a scalpel but is actually as blunt as the back of a knife."[37]
As of 7 September 2023, the film has grossed ₹177.29 crore (US$22 million) in India, with a further ₹42.31 crore (US$5.3 million) in overseas, for a worldwide total of ₹219.60 crore (US$28 million).[38]
Ulhasnagar Education Society announces addition of Sex education in their syllabus after watching the film.[39][40]
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