Inside Out 2: I Watched Inside Out Sequel & Here Are 4 Reasons You Should Also Do It

After a wait of nine years following the original Inside Out's events, Inside Out 2 takes audiences deeper into Riley's mind. Now a teenager, Riley's team of personified emotions experience changes to accommodate new, complex teenage feelings. Disney and Pixar’s latest film has already made waves among viewers and critics, boasting a record-breaking opening weekend.

From its beautifully crafted animated world to its hilarious and insightful portrayal of human emotions, Inside Out 2 offers a compelling cinematic experience. Here are five reasons to watch Inside Out 2 in theatres this week.

Adorable side-characters enter Riley's mind

The creative visualisation of Riley's new emotions is a standout. The film's creators invested years into researching human emotions with psychologists and animators. They crafted intricate pathways and introduced complex emotional concepts like 'secrets’, 'sarcasm’, and 'belief systems’. This meticulous research enhances the colourful world of Inside Out 2, promising to captivate audiences of all ages.

Adorable new side characters make their debut in Riley's mind. While main emotions like 'Joy’, 'Sadness’, and 'Fear’ venture into unexplored parts of Riley's mind, new characters come to aid the original five emotions. Much like 'Bing Bong’ from the first film, these new additions bring emotionally impactful moments throughout the storyline.

'Anxiety’ takes centre stage in this sequel

Voiced by Maya Hawke, 'Anxiety’ takes over Riley's emotional console, creating chaos in her life. The thrilling attempts by 'Joy’ and the other emotions to stop 'Anxiety’ result in a hilarious chase, adding to the theatre-worthy visuals of Inside Out 2.

The voice cast delivers breathtaking performances

Talented actors like Maya Hawke, Amy Poehler, Ayo Edebiri, Phyllis Smith, Tony Hale, and Lewis Black bring the characters to life. Additionally, Gen Z star Ananya Panday voices Riley in the Hindi version, adding a local touch for Indian audiences.

The sequel offers a post-credit scene worth waiting for

Similar to the first Inside Out's ending, which showed a temporary order in Riley's mind, Inside Out 2 evolves into a chaotic joyride. The post-credit scenes provide a compelling segue, ensuring viewers leave the theatre with a smile.

Inside Out 2's memory orbs come alive in a fun mini-game accessible via a web search. This adds an interactive element to the viewing experience, making it even more engaging for fans.

Catch Inside Out 2 in theatres, available in both English and Hindi languages. This film promises to be an emotional party that’s a must-watch for everyone.