Mona: Jinn-2
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 Official theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Kamruzzaman Roman |
| Written by | Abdul Aziz |
| Screenplay by | Abdul Aziz |
| Produced by | Abdul Aziz |
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| Cinematography | Forhad Hussain |
| Edited by | Mostakim Suzon |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Jaaz Multimedia |
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Running time | 124 minutes |
| Country | Bangladesh |
| Language | Bengali |
Mona: Jinn 2 (Bengali: মোনা: জ্বীন-২) is a 2024 Bangladeshi Bengali-language supernatural thriller film directed by Kamruzzaman Roman and produced by Abdul Aziz under the banner of Jaaz Multimedia. It is the direct sequel to the 2023 film Jinn and was released during Eid al-Fitr on 11 April 2024 in Bangladesh. It later received a theatrical release in Pakistan on 26 April 2024, marking a notable cross-border distribution achievement for a Bangladeshi horror film.[1][2]
Plot
Mona: Jinn-2 follows the story of a young girl named Mona, whose family moves into an old ancestral home in rural Bangladesh. The house, once used as a madrasa, is rumored to be haunted. Soon after settling in, Mona begins to exhibit disturbing behavior, marked by sudden mood swings, visions, and episodes of dissociation. Her actions grow increasingly erratic and violent, leaving her parents deeply concerned.
As unexplained phenomena intensify, the family seeks help from local religious figures and spiritual healers. A respected imam and a spiritual investigator are brought in to confront the supernatural presence. It is gradually revealed that Mona is possessed by a jinn—an unseen entity tied to a tragic incident from the past involving injustice and revenge.
Efforts to exorcise the jinn escalate as the entity resists all conventional means of expulsion. Flashbacks unveil the jinn's origins and its connection to the house’s dark history. The situation deteriorates until a final ritual is performed in a desperate attempt to save Mona. Although the jinn is ultimately subdued, the ending remains ambiguous, with lingering signs that the spirit may not be entirely gone.
The story claims to be loosely based on true events, a common element in Bangladeshi and South Asian horror cinema to increase suspense and audience connection.
Cast
- Suprovat as Mona
- Tariq Anam Khan
- Ahmed Rubel
- Deepa Khondkar
- Ariana Zaman
- Sazzad Hossain
- Samina Basar
- Shehzad Omar
- Rebeka
- Borda Mithu
- Shamim
Production
Mona: Jinn 2 was produced and distributed by Jaaz Multimedia, one of Bangladesh's leading film production companies specializing in commercial cinema. The film's screenplay and dialogues were written by Abdul Aziz. Cinematography was conducted by Forhad Hussain, and editing by Mostakim Suzon.[3]
Promotion
Jazz multimedia promoted the movie with poster and movie clips. They announced 100,000 BDT prize for winning the 'watch-alone' competition.[4]
Release
The film premiered in Bangladesh on 11 April 2024, coinciding with the Eid-ul-Fitr holiday to maximize audience turnout. Following its domestic release, it opened in Pakistani cinemas on 26 April 2024, an unusual cross-border theatrical release for Bangladeshi films which received considerable attention in media.[2][1]
Reception
The film's reception was mixed. It holds an IMDb user rating of 4.2/10 based on 129 user votes as of July 2025.[5] Critics and audiences praised the visual effects, the lead performance by Suprovat, and the expansion of Bangladeshi horror cinema. However, criticism was directed at its storytelling, pacing, and accusations about originality.[1]
Controversy
Shortly after releasing its poster on 19 March 2024, the film stirred debate on Bangladeshi social media platforms. Several users noticed the striking resemblance of the poster design to the Indonesian film Munkar, leading to accusations of plagiarism in marketing and promotional materials.[6][7][8][9][10]
Cultural impact
Mona: Jinn 2 became a trending topic on platforms like TikTok and YouTube within Bangladesh due to reaction videos, fan edits, scene analyses, and "roast reviews" by audiences. The success and discussions around the film have cemented it as one of the notable Bangladeshi horror films of the 2020s.
The film serves as part of a horror franchise, with a sequel titled Jinn 3 officially announced by the producers, continuing the storyline and commercial success.[11]
Availability
Although originally conceptualized as a web film, Mona: Jinn 2 was released theatrically due to its high production value and audience anticipation. Various clips, scenes, and unofficial full versions also circulate on online video platforms such as YouTube and Dailymotion.
References
- ^ a b c "Mona: Jinn 2 hits cinemas in Pakistan". The Daily Star. 2024-04-26. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ^ a b সাহা, কৌশিক দত্ত,অয়ন্তিকা (2024-04-27). "'মোনা: জ্বীন-২', বাংলাদেশের সিনেমা এবার পাকিস্তানে". Ei Samay (in Bengali). Retrieved 2025-08-01.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ "Mona: Jinn 2 – Tag Archive". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ^ "'জ্বীন-২'একা দেখতে পারলে লাখ টাকা পুরস্কার, ভয় পেলে চিকিৎসা". dhakamail.com. Retrieved 2025-08-04.
- ^ "Mona: Jinn 2 (2024) - Ratings - IMDb". Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ^ "Jaaz Multimedia announces Jinn 2". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ^ "'জ্বীন-টু' সিনেমার পোস্টার নকলের অভিযোগ". rtvonline.com. Retrieved 2025-08-04.
- ^ Swarup (2024-03-19). "মুক্তির আগেই 'মোনা : জ্বীন-২' পোস্টার নকলের বিতর্কে". দৈনিক আজাদী. Retrieved 2025-08-04.
- ^ Dhaka-Age. "মোনা: জ্বীন-২ পোস্টার নকলের অভিযোগ". ঢাকা এজ| Dhaka-Age (in Bengali). Retrieved 2025-08-04.
- ^ Reza, Shamim (2024-03-19). "মুক্তির আগেই 'মোনা: জ্বীন-২' পোস্টার নকলের বিতর্কে". Bangla news. Retrieved 2025-08-04.
- ^ "ঈদের সিনেমা 'জ্বীন ৩'-তে নুসরাত ফারিয়া". The Daily Ittefaq (in Bengali). Retrieved 2025-08-04.
External links
Mona: Jinn 2 at IMDb