DNA India hails Allu Arjun as “mass personified” and says the film establishes new standards for masala entertainment. Fahadh and Rashmika shine alongside him, though the mammoth runtime makes some portions tedious.

India TV argues that the sequel’s unfocused screenplay and excessive hero worship make Pushpa “flower, not fire.” Allu Arjun remains committed, but Fahadh Faasil receives a raw deal as Shekhawat is weakened and repeatedly humiliated.

Filmibeat calls it the “baap of mass entertainers,” praising Sukumar’s confrontations and spectacular action staging. Allu Arjun is excellent and Fahadh exceptional, although the Hindi dubbing accent and some music choices are criticized.

BollywoodLife says Allu Arjun outdoes himself by combining Pushpa’s swagger with greater emotional depth. Rashmika and Fahadh deliver enjoyable performances, and the film largely succeeds as a rousing commercial sequel despite its excesses.

Hindustan Times finds the film entertaining and emotionally involving despite its flaws, familiar commercial formula and shallow treatment of women’s safety.

Koimoi praises Allu Arjun’s “wildfire” performance, Rashmika’s stronger characterization and the cinematography and action, especially the Jathara sequence. The crowded screenplay, pacing problems and comparatively weaker music are its major misses.

Pinkvilla says the sequel delivers the masala, action and charisma expected by franchise fans, with Allu Arjun, Rashmika and Fahadh fitting their roles well. Its thin, convenient plot and unstoppable protagonist limit the dramatic tension.

Bollywood Hungama calls it a “wildfire entertainer” filled with intense action, emotional drama and mass appeal. Allu Arjun’s unmatched swagger anchors the film, though its length and the treatment of one kidnapping sequence are noted as drawbacks.

News18 declares it a raw, wild and action-packed extravaganza with gripping drama and larger-than-life performances. It calls Allu Arjun brilliant and describes the sequel as the mass entertainer of the year.

NDTV finds the film visually grand and intermittently entertaining but says its contrived confrontations and relentless reinforcement of Pushpa’s invincibility become exhausting.