Netizens point out striking similarities between the Stree 2 promotional poster and that of Stranger Things 2, ahead of its release on August 15.
Bollywood’s favorite ghost, Stree, is back with a bang—or should we say, a bang of familiarity? The much-anticipated poster for “Stree 2” has hit the internet, but instead of just spooky chills, it’s also stirring up some serious déjà vu. The reason? Fans couldn’t help but notice the uncanny resemblance between the “Stree 2” promotional poster and the iconic artwork of “Stranger Things 2.” Is it an eerie homage or just a case of Bollywood borrowing (yet again)?
As the poster made its way across social media, the internet went wild with comparisons, pointing out the similar vibes. The dim-lit background, the shadowy figures, the retro feel—everything seemed just a little too familiar. One fan cheekily tweeted, “Stree 2 poster? More like Stranger Things 2 ka poster after a Bollywood makeover! Same same, but different!”
Same Same … But Different
Stranger Things X Stree 2 #StrangerThings5 #StrangerThings #Stree2 #RajkumarRao #ShraddhaKapoor #PankajTripathi pic.twitter.com/AhPVLnwkVy
— Aminul Hoque (@RoccoAminul) August 12, 2024
But let’s not jump to conclusions too quickly. Maybe the creators were just paying tribute to the spooky genre, blending the desi ghostly charm with a sprinkle of Hollywood horror. After all, who says Bollywood can’t borrow a few tricks from the best? Besides, Stree has always been about surprising the audience with its unique blend of horror and comedy—maybe this was just their way of adding a little extra to the mix.
Average Bollywood copying machine#Stree2 #StrangerThings pic.twitter.com/zV5fChr1QC
— Saxena (@tweetsbysaxena) August 10, 2024
Bas 19-20 ka hi farak haii #StrangerThings x #Stree2 pic.twitter.com/7ZfIywu0mD
— Yash Tiwari (@DrYashTiwari) August 12, 2024
Full marks in copying ngl but could have atleast changed colour grading to not make it this obvious #Stree2 pic.twitter.com/i0RkxroCND
— Mridul (@beingmridulK) August 12, 2024
Copy paste poster
People would have trolled the movie if it had been led by #AkshayKumar.
But they won’t do the same now.#Stree2 #KhelKhelMein #Vedaa #Stree2Review pic.twitter.com/zkAvtK8XiL
— M A A L U ️ (@YourMasalu) August 12, 2024
Sirf poster copy hai na film toh nahi hai na khel khel mein jaisa
— Jitendra Yadav (@jitendra98196) August 12, 2024
On the other hand, some fans are defending the poster, claiming that the similarities are merely coincidental. “It’s a ghost story! Of course, it’s going to have dark and creepy elements!” one fan exclaimed on Instagram. Others, however, aren’t so convinced and are having a field day with memes and side-by-side comparisons.
Regardless of where you stand on the “homage vs. rip-off” debate, there’s no denying that the buzz around “Stree 2” is stronger than ever. Whether it’s because of the poster or the prospect of seeing our favorite ghost-busting crew back in action, fans are eagerly awaiting the film’s release.
So, what do you think? Is “Stree 2” giving us déjà vu or just borrowing a little bit of the “Stranger” charm? One thing’s for sure: it’s going to be a thrilling ride, and we’re all here for it—whether we’re watching through the lens of nostalgia or simply enjoying the spooky spectacle that only Bollywood can deliver!
