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The Trial Season 2 Debuts on JioHotstar to Lukewarm Reviews

Early reviews praise Kajol, with criticism of muted legal drama.

Overview

  • Season 2 began streaming September 19 on JioHotstar, also accessible via OTTplay Premium.
  • Reviewers note a turn away from courtroom fireworks as several high-profile cases resolve outside court.
  • Kajol’s performance as Noyonika Sengupta is widely seen as the anchor, with strong support from the ensemble.
  • Critics fault surface-level writing and say the glossy cinematography limits emotional connection.
  • Initial ratings range from 2.5 to 3.5 stars out of 5, as new additions Sonali Kulkarni and Karanvir Sharma extend the political and workplace tensions.