Web Series Name : Gatta Kusthi 2
Streaming Date : July 31, 2026
Streaming Platform : Netflix
123telugu.com Rating : 2.5/5
Starring : Vishnu Vishal, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Ramya Krishnan,
Director : Chella Ayyavu
Producers : Dr Ishari K Ganesh & Vishnu Vishal
Music Director : Sean Roldan
Cinematographer : KM Bhaskaran
Editor : Barath Vikraman
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Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi reunite for Gatta Kusthi 2, the sequel to the successful Tamil sports comedy drama. After skipping a theatrical release in Telugu, the dubbed version has now premiered on Netflix. Here’s our review to find out whether the sequel recaptures the charm of its predecessor.
Story:
Six years after the events of the first film, Veera (Vishnu Vishal) takes charge of the household, allowing his wife Keerthy (Aishwarya Lekshmi) to pursue her wrestling career. However, her jealous coach (Tarak Ponnappa) manipulates Veera into a situation that costs Keerthy an important match, leading to her suspension. Blaming her husband for ruining her career, Keerthy distances herself from him. Will the couple reunite? Can Keerthy revive her wrestling career? The answers unfold in the rest of the story.
Plus Points:
Vishnu Vishal once again proves to be the film’s biggest strength. His effortless comic timing and energetic screen presence keep the proceedings lively whenever the narrative begins to lose steam. His interactions with the neighbours, as well as the scenes involving his daughter, generate a few genuinely enjoyable moments.
Aishwarya Lekshmi gets a comparatively restrained role but delivers a sincere performance. While her character doesn’t offer much scope for humour, she convincingly portrays the determination and emotional struggles of a wrestler chasing her ambitions. The chemistry between Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi works reasonably well, especially in the latter half. Though some emotional moments are predictable, the lead pair’s performances ensure they still leave an impact.
Young Zara Zyanna is a pleasant surprise. She performs naturally, and her scenes add a touch of innocence and emotion to the otherwise familiar narrative. Among the supporting cast, Munishkanth and Mokksha perform their roles well and serve the narrative adequately.
Minus Points:
The biggest drawback of Gatta Kusthi 2 is its highly predictable storyline. Films revolving around misunderstandings between husband and wife before culminating in an emotional reunion have been explored countless times over the years. As a result, the narrative rarely surprises, making it easy to foresee most of its developments. Despite revolving around a wrestler, the film gradually shifts its focus towards marital conflicts, leaving the sports backdrop largely underexplored.
Since the story follows a familiar path, the film relies heavily on comedy to keep the audience engaged. Unfortunately, much of the humour fails to land. While a few scenes may have worked better in theatres, they lose their effectiveness on the small screen. Several jokes feel overstretched, often tempting viewers to reach for the fast-forward button.
The pre-climax courtroom sequence, intended to deliver both emotion and a message, instead comes across as overdramatic and unnecessarily prolonged, diluting the impact it aims to create.
The supporting cast, too, is underutilised. Ramya Krishnan’s cameo adds very little to the narrative, making her presence feel unnecessary. Similarly, talented actors like Tarak Ponnappa, Kaali Venkat and Yogi Babu are left with underwritten roles that offer little opportunity to showcase their abilities.
More importantly, a familiar story like this demands a crisp screenplay and a tighter runtime to remain engaging. Instead, the film stretches for nearly 150 minutes, making the predictable drama feel even more exhausting.
Technical Aspects:
Director Chella Ayyavu once again banks on a familiar blend of family emotions and comedy, but the execution lacks the freshness that made the first film enjoyable. The predictable writing and uneven screenplay prevent the sequel from leaving a similar impact. A tighter script and sharper narration could have considerably improved the overall experience.
Sean Roldan’s music is just passable, while Barath Vikraman’s editing is one of the film’s weakest aspects. Several scenes could have been trimmed to make the narrative crisper and more engaging. K. M. Bhaskaran’s cinematography is decent, and the production values are satisfactory. The Telugu dubbing works in parts, though a few voices feel mismatched to the characters, slightly affecting the viewing experience.
Verdict:
On the whole, Gatta Kusthi 2 is a routine family drama that talks more about marital conflicts than wrestling. Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi deliver decent performances, and a handful of comedy and emotional moments work in parts. However, the predictable storyline, inconsistent humour and overstretched runtime prevent the film from becoming an engaging entertainer. Those looking for a light-hearted family entertainer may find a few enjoyable moments. Others, however, can safely skip it.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.5/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team