Hindustan Times praised the film as disturbing, relevant and consistently gripping, singling out Rani Mukerji and Vishal Jethwa while appreciating its concise storytelling and focus on misogyny and violence against women.

Koimoi strongly recommended the film, finding it disturbing, gripping and socially necessary, with Rani Mukerji anchoring a thriller that rarely allows the viewer to relax.

BollywoodLife found Rani Mukerji the heart and soul of an engaging, well intentioned crime thriller, while acknowledging that the storytelling occasionally falls into familiar genre cliches.

Bollywood Hungama strongly praised the gripping screenplay, direction, sharp dialogue and brave performances from Rani Mukerji and Vishal Jethwa, calling it a worthy sequel.

News18’s Rajeev Masand found the film brisk, slick and effective as a mainstream thriller, particularly praising Rani Mukerji and Vishal Jethwa, even if some elements play directly to the gallery.

Filmibeat found it an engaging and disturbing thriller powered by excellent performances from Rani and Vishal, though some writing and overt messaging weaken its impact.

Times of India praised the gripping narrative, intense atmosphere and convincing performances from Rani Mukerji and Vishal Jethwa, finding very few dull moments.

India TV News called it a gripping and relevant crime drama, with Rani Mukerji’s forceful performance providing much of its emotional and dramatic impact.

India Today found the thriller gripping throughout and strongly praised Rani Mukerji and Vishal Jethwa, though it felt the story stops short of exploring the wider forces behind the crimes.

The Indian Express admired Rani Mukerji’s commanding performance and the importance of her character, but felt the film becomes too obvious and forceful while discussing gender and misogyny.