The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Muriel Donnelly and Sonny Kapoor arrive in sunny San Diego, California, filled with hope and ambition. Their main goal is to seek funding from hotel magnate Ty Burley for a new Best Exotic Marigold Hotel in India.

Muriel and Sonny present their project proposal to Ty Burley. However, Ty adds a twist by sending a secret evaluator to assess the potential success of their endeavor in India, intensifying the pressure on them.

In Jaipur, Evelyn Greenslade is offered a job as a fabric buyer, which excites her yet raises concerns about her age. This new opportunity compels her to reflect on her capabilities and the changes her life might undergo.

Douglas Ainslie becomes anxious about Evelyn possibly taking the job. He worries that her new role will take away the time they could spend together, leading him to ponder their future relationship.

As Sonny prepares for his impending wedding to Sunaina, he must also deal with a rival suitor who threatens to disrupt their plans. This situation complicates his desire to impress the visiting American, Guy Chambers.

Sonny tries hard to impress Guy Chambers, unaware that Guy is actually the secret evaluator sent by Ty Burley. Sonny’s determination leads him to undertake a series of ambitious actions to showcase the hotel.

Madge Hardcastle finds herself in the midst of romantic turmoil as she juggles the attention of two charming Indian suitors. Her indecision adds to the complex emotional landscape of the group.

Norman Cousins experiences a chaotic situation stemming from a misunderstanding with a local taxi driver. This incident leads him to wrongly perceive his intentions towards Carol, causing emotional turmoil.

As Norman navigates his misunderstanding, he discovers that Carol has been unfaithful. This revelation plunges him into a deeper emotional crisis, impacting his relationships and state of mind.

Douglas's estranged wife, Jean, unexpectedly returns to the scene, seeking a divorce so their daughter can remarry. Her reappearance adds complexity to Douglas's already strained emotional state.

Muriel, who has grown fond of Sonny, takes it upon herself to ensure he does not jeopardize his wedding and business dreams. Her supportive role is vital as tensions peak during the wedding preparations.

The movie culminates in a joyous wedding celebration for Sonny and Sunaina. The event brings together all characters, forcing them to confront their dilemmas set against the backdrop of love and commitment.