The upcoming sequel to Sridevi’s critically acclaimed 2017 film Mom has become the subject of intense online discussion after a Reddit post made a series of unverified claims about the film’s production and lead actor Khushi Kapoor.

Ever since reports emerged that Khushi Kapoor would headline Mom 2, fans of the original film expressed excitement about the continuation of Sridevi’s legacy. However, a recent post on Reddit’s popular Bollywood discussion forum, BollyBlindsNGossip, has shifted attention away from the film itself and toward alleged behind-the-scenes issues.

placeholder
Mom 2 reddit post

According to the Reddit user, who claimed to have received information from someone associated with the project, the makers of Mom 2 are reportedly unhappy with Khushi Kapoor’s performance during filming. The post alleged that the film's director and writer has been struggling to get the desired output from the actress, resulting in multiple retakes and production delays.

In one of the more controversial claims, the Reddit post alleged that the creative team has considered reworking parts of Khushi Kapoor’s character to better align with her natural personality. The user referred to this as an "Ananya Panday strategy," a remark that quickly became a talking point among commenters.

The same post also made claims about the wider production, alleging that some crew members felt the opportunity had come too early in Khushi Kapoor’s career. It additionally mentioned actor Karishma Tanna, suggesting she appeared disengaged during the project. The Reddit user further speculated that the film could eventually be released directly on OTT platforms rather than in theatres.

It is important to note that none of these claims have been independently verified, and neither Khushi Kapoor nor the makers of Mom 2 have publicly responded to the allegations.

The discussion soon gained traction among Reddit users, many of whom shared their own opinions about the actress and the reported sequel. Some questioned whether the film should continue under the Mom title, while others compared Khushi Kapoor with fellow star kids such as Suhana Khan and Shanaya Kapoor. Several users also revisited her performance in The Archies, which had previously drawn mixed reactions from audiences.

Not all comments were critical, however. Some users came to Khushi Kapoor’s defense, with one commenter arguing that she primarily needs to improve her diction and dialogue delivery rather than being written off entirely.