Chandramukhi 2 Explained

Director:P. Vasu
Producer:Subaskaran Allirajah
Starring:Raghava Lawrence
Kangana Ranaut
Lakshmi Menon
Cinematography:R. D. Rajasekhar
Editing:Anthony
Music:M. M. Keeravani
Studio:Lyca Productions
Distributor:AA Films
Runtime:157 minutes[1]
Country:India
Language:Tamil
Budget:– crore[2] [3]
Gross: crore[4]

Chandramukhi 2 is a 2023 Indian Tamil-language comedy horror film written and directed by P. Vasu, and produced by Subaskaran Allirajah under Lyca Productions. It is a sequel to the 2005 film Chandramukhi. The film stars Raghava Lawrence, Kangana Ranaut and Lakshmi Menon along with an ensemble supporting cast, that includes Vadivelu who reprises his role from the predecessor, Radhika Sarathkumar, Mahima Nambiar, Srushti Dange, Rao Ramesh, Subiksha Krishnan, Suresh Chandra Menon, Ravi Mariya, Vignesh, and Y. G. Mahendran in pivotal roles.

The film was officially announced in 2020 with Sun Pictures producing, though by June 2022 Lyca had taken over production. Principal photography began in that July, and wrapped by mid-August 2023. The music is composed by M. M. Keeravani, while the cinematography and editing are handled by R. D. Rajasekhar and Anthony, respectively. Chandramukhi 2 was released on 28 September 2023 to negative reviews from critics, and emerged a major commercial failure.

Plot

Ranganayaki, the matriarch of a wealthy family, navigates through a series of misfortunes alongside her family members. Her household includes her elder brother, his son with his family, her younger brother and his family. She also has four daughters, out of which Gayathri, Priya and Divya live with her. The family faces a major setback when her elder daughter elopes, and a plane crash kills her and her spouse. Further calamities include a mysterious fire at the family's factory and Divya getting paralysed in a car accident, postponing her engagement.Seeking solutions, Ranganayaki consults their family astrologer, Guruji, who advises a prayer at their ancestral temple in Vettaiyapuram. The prayer requires the presence of the entire family, including her elder daughter's orphaned children, now under Pandiyan's care. Although hesitant, the family follows Guruji's advice and heads to Vettaiyapuram.

Upon arrival, they lease the Vettaiyapuram Palace for forty-eight days from its new caretakers, Murugesan and Senthil's uncle, and move in despite Murugesan's warning against venturing into the southern part of the palace. Curiosity leads Priya into the forbidden area, where she unwittingly releases Chandramukhi's spirit from a rangoli. Meanwhile, the family discovers their temple in ruins. Pandiyan cleans the temple, but an unfortunate turn of events leads to a fire breaking out within the temple premises. It inadvertently unleashes Vettaiyan's spirit, much to the dismay of Chandramukhi, causing chaos to sweep through the palace. Upon his return, Pandiyan shares the unnerving news with the family that Chandramukhi has possessed one of the women in the household. Murugesan reveals that a similar incident had occurred seventeen years prior. When Guruji arrives, Murugesan elaborates on Ganga's previous psychological affliction, where she imagines herself as Chandramukhi. However, the real Chandramukhi has resurfaced, escalating the threat.

The family then proceeds to Vettaiyan's courtroom, a significant location where Ramachandra Achariyar and Saravanan had previously exorcised Ganga . Upon inspection, Guruji discerns that someone has already entered the forbidden room, thereby unleashing Chandramukhi's spirit for real. Initial suspicions fall on Priya due to her earlier explorations, but Divya is the person possessed. A miraculous event follows as Divya regains her ability to walk, which elates her but leaves the family in distress. Guruji explains that a bead from Chandramukhi's anklet facilitated Divya's possession that she had worn, as she had a penchant for collecting antiques.

In a twist of fate, Pandiyan stumbles upon a secret room below Vettaiyan's room and becomes possessed. As Chandramukhi still possesses Divya, she attempts to harm Ranganayaki and her nieces and nephews, but Pandiyan's possession by Vettaiyan thwarts her attempts. Delving into the past, Guruji learns from a sage about the bitter enmity between Vettaiyan and Chandramukhi.

Past: Sengottaiyan, a commander in King Vettaiyan's army, had conquered the Vijayanagara Kingdom and was smitten by a dancer named Chandramukhi, whom he forcibly took to Vettaiyapuram. When King Vettaiyan becomes enamoured with Chandramukhi's beauty, it ignites a confrontation between him and Sengottaiyan, resulting in Vettaiyan's beheading. Subsequently, Sengottaiyan proclaims himself as king, adopting the name Vettaiyan. Despite her pleas about her love for Gunasekaran, Vettaiyan keeps Chandramukhi captive. In a tragic event, Vettaiyan beheads Gunasekharan, and Chandramukhi is burnt alive. However, she returns as a vengeful ghost, tormenting Vettaiyan to the brink of despair. Unable to bear the torment, Vettaiyan retreats to his secret room, eventually meeting his end through a fatal snake bite.

Present: Through the sage, Pandiyan learns that he became possessed by Vettaiyan after sitting on his throne. A fierce battle unfolds between Divya (possessed by Chandramukhi) and Pandiyan (possessed by Vettaiyan). In a sacrificial act, the sage intervenes to save Pandiyan and ends Chandramukhi's reign of terror. Guruji later reveals to Pandiyan that the sage had collected Chandramukhi's ashes and sealed them in her portrait. The sage, whom Chandramukhi cursed to be beheaded only by her, saw this as an opportunity to end his curse and willingly sacrificed himself to cease the torment.

With the spirits laid to rest, Ranganayaki's family finally performs the prayer at their deity temple. Upon completing the prayer, the family departs from the palace with Pandiyan. The ordeal concludes on a hopeful note as Pandiyan reunites with Lakshmi, ending the family's harrowing yet enlightening journey.

Cast

Production

Development

P. Vasu had plans for a sequel to Chandramukhi as early as September 2012.[5] In January 2020, Vasu stated that he had completed the script for the sequel and a producer has come forward to produce the film.[6] It was reported that Raghava Lawrence would play main role in the film, which was confirmed in April by himself via Twitter, where also stated the film is produced by Sun Pictures.[7] In June 2022, Lawrence announced that Lyca Productions had taken over producing the film, Vadivelu joined the casting and editing, cinematography and art works would be handled by Anthony, R. D. Rajasekhar and Thota Tharani.[8] Kala was chosen as the dance choreographer, again as she choreographed for the first film.[9]

Casting

Kangana Ranaut met Vasu to discuss another film. While inquiring Vasu about who he cast for the role of Chandramukhi, Vasu told Ranaut that no one had been cast yet and Ranaut asked Vasu if she could play the role.[10] She was subsequently announced as the lead female in November.[11] Ranaut was reportedly paid, and Lawrence .[12] Vadivelu was the only actor to reprise his role from the first film.[13] Action choreography, cinematography and editing are handled by Kanal Kannan, R. D. Rajasekhar and Anthony, respectively.[14]

Filming

Principal photography commenced in July 2022 in Mysore, and wrapped up the first schedule in August.[15] [16] In March 2023, Ranaut joined the team to shoot the climax song, which she was seen rehearsing in January, and wrapped up her portions the same month.[17] [18] Raadhika had wrapped her portions in May.[19] In June, the team had announced that principal photography wrapped.[20] A song sequence was later shot in August, marking the conclusion of filming.[21]

Post-production

In June, the team announced that the film is releasing on Ganesh Chaturthi.[22] Lawrence started dubbing his portions in July.[23]

Music

Chandramukhi 2
Type:soundtrack
Artist:M. M. Keeravani
Released:25 August 2023
Recorded:2022–2023
Studio:JB Recording Studio, Chennai
Genre:film soundtrack
Language:Tamil
Label:Sony Music India
Producer:M. M. Keeravani
Prev Title:Bimbisara
Prev Year:2022
Year:2023
Next Title:Naa Saami Ranga
Next Year:2024

The music and background scores are composed by M. M. Keeravani, in his first Tamil film after 20 years; as his last Tamil film was Student Number 1 (2003). The film also marks as his second collaboration with Vasu and first with Raghava. The audio rights for the film were purchased by Sony Music India.[24] The first single "Swagathaanjali" was released on 11 August 2023,[25] The second single "Moruniye" on 22 August 2023.[26]

Keeravani later stated that there are remaining nine songs to be released apart from the first single that was launched earlier, bringing a total of 10 songs for the film.[27] The audio launch was held at Jeppiaar Engineering College on 25 August 2023.[28]

Tamil version

Release

Release

Chandramukhi 2 was initially scheduled to release on 15 September 2023, coinciding with Ganesh Chaturthi, but it was postponed to 28 September due to 450-shots from the film disappearing during post-production works, which were found after four days.[29] [30]

Home media

The film began streaming on Netflix from 26 October 2023.[31]

Reception

Box office

Made on a budget of – crore, Chandramukhi 2 needed to earn crore at the domestic box office to break-even.[32] However, in its theatrical run the film grossed just over crore globally, emerging a commercial failure.[33] [34] [35]

Critical response

The film received negative reviews from critics.[36] [37]

Priyanka Sundar of Firstpost gave the film 1 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Forget refreshing storyline, with such lazy writing, it truly would be better to tune into the previous film on OTT, instead of spending currency on the ever-rising ticket prices".[38] Janani K from India Today gave the film 1.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Chandramukhi 2 is mediocrity at its best. We get to hear a romantic number that goes 'Podhum Podhum' in the second half. We feel you! Podhum!".[39] M. Suganth of The Times of India gave the film 1.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Those who just want a momentary diversion might find it passable while those looking for something more will feel underwhelmed".[40] Kalyani Pandiyan S of Hindustan Times praised Menon's performance in the film but criticised Lawrence's comic timing and noted that Ranaut could not perform to the level of Jyothika.[41] Sowmya Rajendran of The News Minute gave the film 1 out of 5 stars and wrote, "The film unfolds in TV serial fashion with close-ups, reaction shots, and melodramatic dialogues while riding heavily on M. M. Keeravani's nostalgia-inducing score".[42]

In a negative review, the critic at Hindu Tamil Thisai warned the makers against using the name of a work that has been well received in all its forms like Manichitrathazhu, Apthamitra and Chandramukhi and making a film that has not even a single memorable feature.[43] Sruthi Ganapathy Raman of Film Companion called it a "poorly-acted" sequel and wrote, "Apart from its title card and Keeravani's accompanying haunting note, nothing about the sequel reminds us of the collective horror we felt 15 years ago".[44] Srinivasa Ramanujam of The Hindu called it a "mildly" entertaining film.[45] Saki Yutukuri of Telangana Today wrote, "Chandramukhi 2 can be called either a remake or a copy film, but definitely not a sequel as it has every element similar, even at the ground level.[46] Kirubhakar Purushothaman of The Indian Express gave the film 1 out of 5 stars and called it a "shoddy" horror film which is tainting the legacy of the original film.[47] Baradwaj Rangan called it a "generic" sequel, criticising its similarities to its predecessor.[48] Anusha Sundar of Cinema Express gave the film 1.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Chandramukhi 2 fails to bring anything fresh and ends up delivering a colour-remastered copy of its predecessor".[49] B. V. S. Prakash of Deccan Chronicle gave the film 2 out of 5 stars and dismissed it as "tacky" sequel of an evergreen hit.[50] Krishna Selvaseelan of the Tamil Guardian gave the film 1 out of 5 stars, writing the film was a "shameless slap in the face of its predecessor".[51]

Notes and References

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  2. News: 28 September 2023 . Raghava Lawrence-starrer Chandramukhi 2 Did Rs 45 Crore Pre-release Business: Reports . . live . 29 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230929042247/https://www.news18.com/movies/raghava-lawrence-starrer-chandramukhi-2-did-rs-45-crore-pre-release-business-reports-8595821.html . 29 September 2023 . Chandramukhi 2 is said to be made on a budget of Rs 60 crore.
  3. Web site: 30 September 2023 . Chandramukhi 2 box office collection day 2: Kangana Ranaut-Raghava Lawrence's horror comedy mints Rs 12 crore in two days . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230930044527/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/box-office-collection/chandramukhi-2-box-office-collection-day-2-kangana-ranaut-raghava-lawrences-horror-comedy-mints-rs-12-crore-in-two-days-8962449/ . 30 September 2023 . 30 September 2023 . . It was made on a tight budget of Rs 65 crore, which even includes the fees of the star cast and the pre and post release promotion cost.
  4. News: V . Aarthi . 21 October 2023 . Chandramukhi 2 OTT: வந்தது அறிவிப்பு.. சந்திரமுகி 2 ஓடிடியில் எப்போது பார்க்கலாம்! . Ta . Chandramukhi 2 OTT: Announcement has arrived.. When will we watch Chandramukhi 2 OTT! . . live . 8 November 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231108194441/https://tamil.hindustantimes.com/amp/entertainment/chandramukhi-2-ott-release-date-announced-131697877987594.html . 8 November 2023.
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  12. News: Shetty . Karishma . 1 October 2023 . Chandramukhi 2: Find out how many crores Kangana Ranaut and Raghava Lawrence charged for P. Vasu's comedy horror film . . India . live . 1 October 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231001074424/https://www.gqindia.com/content/chandramukhi-2-find-out-how-many-crores-kangana-ranaut-and-raghava-lawrence-charged-for-p-vasus-comedy-horror-film . 1 October 2023.
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  14. News: 31 July 2023 . Raghava Lawrence looks perfect as Vettaiyan in his character poster from 'Chandramukhi 2' . . live . 27 August 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230827131500/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/raghava-lawrence-looks-perfect-as-vettaiyan-in-his-character-poster-from-chandramukhi-2/articleshow/102267799.cms?from=mdr . 27 August 2023.
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  17. News: 1 March 2023 . Kangana Rananut to shoot for a crucial scene in Chandramukhi 2 . . live . 12 July 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230712124403/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/kangana-rananut-to-shoot-for-a-crucial-scene-in-chandramukhi-2/articleshow/98328698.cms?from=mdr . 12 July 2023.
  18. News: 15 March 2023 . Kangana Ranaut wraps up her portions for Chandramukhi 2 . . live . 12 July 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230712124404/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/kangana-ranaut-wraps-up-her-portions-for-chandramukhi-2/articleshow/98659400.cms?from=mdr . 12 July 2023.
  19. News: 29 May 2023 . Radikaa Sarathkumar completes shooting for 'Chandramukhi 2' . . live . 12 July 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230712124401/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/radikaa-sarathkumar-completes-shooting-for-chandramukhi-2/articleshow/100595301.cms?from=mdr . 12 July 2023.
  20. News: 21 June 2023 . Raghava Lawrence starrer 'Chandramukhi 2' shoot comes to an end . . live . 12 July 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230712124403/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/raghava-lawrence-starrer-chandramukhi-2-shoot-comes-to-an-end/articleshow/101153854.cms?from=mdr . 12 July 2023.
  21. News: 10 August 2023 . 'Chandramukhi 2' final song shoot wrapped up in Georgia . . live . 27 August 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230813002228/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/chandramukhi-2-final-song-shoot-wrapped-up-in-georgia/articleshow/102595327.cms?from=mdr . 13 August 2023.
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  23. News: 3 July 2023 . Raghava Lawrence starts dubbing for Chandramukhi 2 . . live . 12 July 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230712124408/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/raghava-lawrence-starts-dubbing-for-chandramukhi-2/articleshow/101463661.cms?from=mdr . 12 July 2023.
  24. 1687084673477025792 . LycaProductions . We've found the perfect tune to complement the soulful music, composed by @mmkeeravaani and are extremely happy to associate with @SonyMusicSouth✨ for #Chandramukhi2 . Lyca Productions . Lyca Productions . 3 August 2023 . 4 August 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230804105505/https://twitter.com/LycaProductions/status/1687084673477025792 . 4 August 2023 . live.
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  26. Web site: 22 August 2023 . Second single, Moruniye, from Chandramukhi 2, is out . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230822134601/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2023/aug/22/second-single-moruniye-fromchandramukhi-2is-out-46862.html . 22 August 2023 . 23 August 2023 . Cinema Express.
  27. 1691854990300643334 . mmkeeravaani . Last working day for Chandramukhi 2. It has been a memorable journey with P Vasu Sir, @offl_Lawrence and @LycaProductions. Looking forward to releasing the remaining 9 songs ! . M.M Keeravani . M._M._Keeravani . 17 August 2023 . 21 August 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230821063950/https://twitter.com/mmkeeravaani/status/1691854990300643334 . 21 August 2023 . live.
  28. 1694697422386258374 . LycaProductions . The GRAND AUDIO LAUNCH of Chandramukhi 2 is happening tomorrow, 25th August at JEPPIAAR Engineering College, Chennai from 6PM onwards! Join us for a magnanimous evening, celebrating the legendary @mmkeeravaani musical! ✨ . Lyca Productions . Lyca Productions . 24 August 2023 . 25 August 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230824153711/https://twitter.com/LycaProductions/status/1694697422386258374 . 24 August 2023 . live.
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  30. News: 26 September 2023 . 450 shots from the film went missing: 'Chandramukhi 2' director on the delayed release of the Kangana Ranaut starrer . . live . 28 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230928044650/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/450-shots-from-the-film-went-missing-chandramukhi-2-director-on-the-delayed-release-of-the-kangana-ranaut-starrer/articleshow/103927269.cms . 28 September 2023.
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  33. Web site: 1 October 2023 . Success eludes for Kangana Ranaut in South . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20231015053500/https://telugucinema.com/news/success-eludes-for-kangana-ranaut-in-south . 15 October 2023 . 14 October 2023 . Telugucinema.com.
  34. News: 18 October 2023 . Chandramukhi 2 To Release On Netflix On This Date . . live . 18 October 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231018112456/https://www.news18.com/movies/chandramukhi-2-to-release-on-netflix-on-this-date-8623528.html . 18 October 2023 . The movie, which was produced on a budget of more than Rs 60 crore, tanked at the box office with a loss of more than Rs 20 crore..
  35. News: 1 October 2023 . Chandramukhi 2' Kerala box office collections: Kangana Ranaut's film turns out to be a disaster; mints Rs 44 lakhs . . live . 17 October 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231010204309/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/box-office/chandramukhi-2-kerala-box-office-collections-kangana-ranauts-film-turns-out-to-be-a-disaster-mints-rs-44-lakhs/articleshow/104085466.cms . 10 October 2023.
  36. News: 29 September 2023 . Chandramukhi 2 Box Office Day 2 (Early Trends): Kangana Ranaut & Raghava Lawrence Starrer Goes Down After A Decent Start, Shows A Drop Of Over 20% . Koimoi . live . 1 October 2023 . https://archive.today/20231002023913/https://www.koimoi.com/box-office/chandramukhi-2-box-office-day-2-early-trends-kangana-ranaut-raghava-lawrence-starrer-goes-down-after-a-decent-start-shows-a-drop-of-over-20/ . 2 October 2023 . However, with negative reviews and not-so-good word-of-mouth floating around, the film dropped today.
  37. News: 21 October 2023 . Raghava Lawrence, Kangana Ranaut's Chandramukhi 2 to stream on Netflix from this date . . live . 22 October 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231022065412/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/tamil/raghava-lawrence-kangana-ranauts-chandramukhi-2-to-stream-on-netflix-from-this-date-8993682/ . 22 October 2023 . The film was panned by both critics and audiences, ultimately resulting in a major commercial failure..
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  39. News: K . Janani . 28 September 2023 . 'Chandramukhi 2' Review: Kangana, Lawrence's film is a sequel that we never wanted . . live . 28 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230928100206/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/chandramukhi-2-review-kangana-lawrences-film-is-a-sequel-that-we-never-wanted-2441690-2023-09-28 . 28 September 2023.
  40. News: Suganth . M. . 28 September 2023 . Chandramukhi 2 Movie Review: Chandramukhi 2 Is A 'Not Bad, Nothing More' Sequel . . live . 28 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230928100207/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movie-reviews/chandramukhi-2/movie-review/104011710.cms?from=mdr . 28 September 2023.
  41. News: S . Kalyani Pandiyan . 28 September 2023 . Chandramukhi 2 Review: 'கோவாலு.. கோவாலு.. வேட்டையனுக்கு வேட்டா?' சந்திரமுகி 2 'நச்' விமர்சனம் இதோ! . Ta . Chandramukhi 2 Review: 'Kowalu..Kowalu..Wanted for the hunter?' Chandramukhi 2 'Nach' Review Here! . . live . 28 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230928100217/https://tamil.hindustantimes.com/amp/entertainment . 28 September 2023.
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  43. News: 28 September 2023 . சந்திரமுகி 2 Review: என்ன கொடுமை வாசு சார் இது? . ta . Chandramukhi 2 Review: What the hell is this Vasu sir? . . live . 28 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230928111603/https://www.hindutamil.in/news/cinema/tamil-cinema/1130101-chandramukhi-2-movie-review.html . 28 September 2023.
  44. News: Raman . Sruthi Ganapathy . 28 September 2023 . Chandramukhi 2 Review: A Poorly-Acted Sequel That Isn't Even A Ghost of Its Original . . live . 28 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230928111605/https://www.filmcompanion.in/amp/story/reviews/tamil-review/chandramukhi-2-review-a-poorly-acted-sequel-that-isnt-even-a-ghost-of-its-original-raghava-lawrence-kangana-ranaut-rajinikanth . 28 September 2023.
  45. News: Ramanujam . Srinivasa . 28 September 2023 . 'Chandramukhi 2' movie review: Raghava Lawrence, Kangana Ranaut star in a sequel no one asked for, but one that is mildly entertaining . . live . 28 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230928111602/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/chandramukhi-2-movie-review-raghava-lawrence-kangana-ranaut-star-in-a-sequel-no-one-asked-for-but-one-that-is-mildly-entertaining/article67356547.ece . 28 September 2023.
  46. News: Yutukuri . Saki . 28 September 2023 . Chandramukhi 2 Review: Just an extended copy but not a worthy sequel . . live . 28 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230928113627/https://telanganatoday.com/chandramukhi-2-review-just-an-extended-copy-but-not-a-worthy-sequel . 28 September 2023.
  47. News: Purushothaman . Kirubhakar . 28 September 2023 . Chandramukhi 2 movie review: Kangana Ranaut, Raghava Lawrence's mind-numbing sequel taints the legacy of the original . . live . 28 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230928113627/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/chandramukhi-2-movie-review-kangana-ranaut-mind-numbing-sequel-taints-legacy-of-original-8960009/ . 28 September 2023.
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