The trailer successfully misled some viewers into believing the footage was real — a claim the production never officially made but cleverly implied. This ambiguity helped the film become a viral sensation in Turkey before its theatrical release. Upon release, the Dabbe 2 trailer generated significant controversy. Some Turkish religious authorities criticized it for depicting exorcism rituals ("Ruqya") in a sensationalized manner. Conversely, horror fans praised its raw, unsettling energy.