[It] doesn't have the organic seamlessness of the first film, but it's equally gripping.

It's not easy to craft murder-mystery sequels. Jeethu Joseph's film jumps over the familiarity hurdle by broadening its ambit on crime and punishment.

DRISHYAM 2 continues the narrative concept of the predecessor and even if the way in which the story beats happen feels quite familiar, Jeethu Joseph still creates a damn rousing story that wonderfully continues the themes and the drama of the first film.

The audience is already aware of the brilliance he is capable of and are expecting something incredible. Despite all that, it's Mohanlal's portrayal of the calculative Georgekutty - both unexcitable and distressed - that keeps them guessing and engaged.