Audience reactions to "Thug Love 2" highlight strong opinions on narrative and character development. Many viewers praised Maurice Sam and Nadia Buhari's performances, with some noting their strong on-screen chemistry and declaring it "one of my best Nollywood movies." However, some found certain plot points, like the repetition of past sins, problematic, as one viewer observed the female character "kept throwing it up in his face at every opportunity," creating relationship tension. The emotional impact of the storyline resonated with viewers, many of whom cried due to their feelings towards the characters.