The trailer made it seem like an ordinary action movie about two best buddies on a mission to save the country. The film turned out to be much more than that. It was more of a sci-fi action movie on the lines of Hollywood action cinema of the 90s filled with explosions, guns, friendship, pretty ladies and strong male leads.
The film is also surprisingly very fast paced and focused, with minimal subplots. The story is very focused, and with the exception of two songs in between, which didn't feel like speed breakers, it kept me engaged throughout. While an out an out action flick to the core, the film packages set piece after set piece in the first half, but the reveal before the intermission and the writing scores brownie points when the science fiction element comes into focus. Akshay and Tiger are aptly cast as the titular protagonists, but the surprise package is Prithviraj Sukumaran whose villain act is going to be forever etched in my memory. He is the soul of this film and no one, I repeat, NO ONE, could have done this role better than him, he's just that good.
The music is catchy, the banter between the two heroes is hilarious and there are many pop culture references throughout. It's as if this was a Hollywood movie, just with Indian actors and setting. This is a throwback to the good old times when action movies were about entertaining and... well, entertaining. From slow-mo explosions to breakneck fight sequences, the action aspect is really strong and the 3D effects are stunning. So don't hesitate to spend a few more bucks on the 3D glasses. The experience is really worth it.
I might be exaggerating, but this was much better than the entire YRF spy universe combined (excluding Tiger 3, which I haven't watched yet) in my personal experience. While the first half plays out like a simple action thriller, the second half peaks with its transformation into a sci-fi actioner. Even the patriotism is not forced, and it's so good for the most part than a few minor hiccups can be ignored, if any at all. I didn't find any.
I won't be surprised if this film is also somehow bashed the way Ra. One was back in 2011. I constantly was reminded of how so many people hated that brilliant film solely for the science fiction element. But I think the masses have in fact evolved with time, since I watched it in a packed theatre with lots of cheering. While it took a backseat during the sci-fi portions, it returned when the action portions reclaimed the centrestage. The sustained battle sequence in the final act is just perfect. I'm glad I didn't see this film after reading any reviews or with a preconceived notion.
You might feel I'm exaggerating again, but this is a fresh attempt and deserves appreciation. 10 out of 10 stars from my side to BMCM. I would love to watch it again.
The film is also surprisingly very fast paced and focused, with minimal subplots. The story is very focused, and with the exception of two songs in between, which didn't feel like speed breakers, it kept me engaged throughout. While an out an out action flick to the core, the film packages set piece after set piece in the first half, but the reveal before the intermission and the writing scores brownie points when the science fiction element comes into focus. Akshay and Tiger are aptly cast as the titular protagonists, but the surprise package is Prithviraj Sukumaran whose villain act is going to be forever etched in my memory. He is the soul of this film and no one, I repeat, NO ONE, could have done this role better than him, he's just that good.
The music is catchy, the banter between the two heroes is hilarious and there are many pop culture references throughout. It's as if this was a Hollywood movie, just with Indian actors and setting. This is a throwback to the good old times when action movies were about entertaining and... well, entertaining. From slow-mo explosions to breakneck fight sequences, the action aspect is really strong and the 3D effects are stunning. So don't hesitate to spend a few more bucks on the 3D glasses. The experience is really worth it.
I might be exaggerating, but this was much better than the entire YRF spy universe combined (excluding Tiger 3, which I haven't watched yet) in my personal experience. While the first half plays out like a simple action thriller, the second half peaks with its transformation into a sci-fi actioner. Even the patriotism is not forced, and it's so good for the most part than a few minor hiccups can be ignored, if any at all. I didn't find any.
I won't be surprised if this film is also somehow bashed the way Ra. One was back in 2011. I constantly was reminded of how so many people hated that brilliant film solely for the science fiction element. But I think the masses have in fact evolved with time, since I watched it in a packed theatre with lots of cheering. While it took a backseat during the sci-fi portions, it returned when the action portions reclaimed the centrestage. The sustained battle sequence in the final act is just perfect. I'm glad I didn't see this film after reading any reviews or with a preconceived notion.
You might feel I'm exaggerating again, but this is a fresh attempt and deserves appreciation. 10 out of 10 stars from my side to BMCM. I would love to watch it again.