Upon release, Jannat 2 received mixed-to-positive reviews.
Upon release on May 4, 2012, Jannat 2 received mixed reviews from critics but a roaring reception from the masses. Critics praised Randeep Hooda’s performance and the music but criticized the screenplay for being predictable in the second half. jannat 2
However, the film was a commercial success. Budgeted at approximately ₹19 crore (US$2.4 million), it grossed over ₹54 crore (US$6.8 million) worldwide. It was declared a "Semi-Hit" originally, but over the years, through television and satellite rights, Jannat 2 has achieved cult status. It is a staple on Indian television channels (especially during the afternoon or late-night slots). Upon release, Jannat 2 received mixed-to-positive reviews
Jannat 2 is a spiritual sequel to the 2008 hit Jannat. While the first film dealt with match-fixing in cricket, the sequel shifts its focus to the murky world of illegal arms trading in Delhi. Produced by Vishesh Films, the movie is a signature Mahesh Bhatt production—replete with gritty crime, melodrama, soulful music, and the classic "flawed hero" archetype that Emraan Hashmi has come to embody. However, the film was a commercial success