DNA India says the film has flaws but makes up for them with honesty and superb performances. Akshay Kumar impresses, while Annu Kapoor and Saurabh Shukla add considerable strength.

Hindustan Times says Akshay Kumar's comic timing and the strong supporting cast keep the film engaging. Its real issues work well, but added action and melodrama weaken some of the courtroom satire.

Koimoi says the film is entertaining and hard hitting, with sharp dialogue and excellent work from Akshay Kumar and Saurabh Shukla. Extra drama in the second half holds it back slightly.

BollywoodLife says Akshay Kumar has good comic moments but does not fit Jolly as naturally as Arshad Warsi did. The film entertains in parts, but fans of the original may be disappointed.

Bollywood Hungama says the film is a powerful courtroom drama that mixes humour, emotion and a strong social message. Akshay Kumar, Annu Kapoor and Saurabh Shukla are its biggest strengths.

News18 says the sequel is less surprising and less cleverly written than the original, but it remains engaging and gives Akshay Kumar plenty of room to deliver.

Filmibeat says Akshay Kumar and Saurabh Shukla perform well and the dialogues have bite, but the screenplay is clumsy and the sequel does not match the first film.

The Times of India says Akshay Kumar is in top form as the street smart lawyer, with Annu Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla and Huma Qureshi providing strong support. The performances make the film highly engaging.

India TV News says Akshay Kumar is spot on in an entertaining feel good courtroom drama. The humour, social message and supporting performances make the film an enjoyable watch.

India Today says Akshay Kumar drives a believable and entertaining courtroom drama, while Saurabh Shukla repeatedly steals the show. Some added drama and songs slow it down.