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Force 2 | Film Review
When John Abraham does action, he does it in style. And that's exactly what he offers in Force 2 - his much awaited sequel to one of 2011's successful films, Force. If the actor - producer says that he will promote good scripts that require never before seen action, he definitely means business. And fortunately for us, we get to see that and a lot more in Force 2.
Set in China, India and a large part of Budapest, Force 2 is an out and out action thriller. The film opens with brutal assassinations of multiple undercover agents, who have been associated with the Indian intelligence bureau - RAW, across Asia. One of these agents (Freddy Daruwala in a cameo), now dead, was closely associated with ACP Yashvardhan (John Abraham), an officer from Mumbai Police whose wife and friends were killed in the first film. During the chase (a well shot one at that) before his death, the agent leaves a hidden clue for Yashvardhan. While the nation's security is under threat, the Indian Intelligence Bureau asks their trusted european division officer - KK (Sonakshi Sinha), to join Yashvardhan and trace the links to these well planned attacks. One thing leads to another, and they discover the mastermind is none other than a mole named Shiv Sharma (Tahir Raj Bhasin) working for the Indian embassy in Budapest. What follows next is a thrilling chase, where both Yashvardhan and KK fight it out to nab the antagonist and meanwhile, ensure the safety of other RAW agents, who are alive.
If the trailer left you in awe, the film is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. So much, that even a short washroom break might result in missing out on some serious action. The film purely focuses on it's lead characters and the mission, maintaining a smooth flow of the story and excellent pace, without any hiccups. Amitabh Shukla and Mohana Krishna's editing is crisp, while the cinematography by Imre Juhasz (of Die Hard) and Mohana Krishna is perfect. Dialogues and the story penned by Jasneet Reen and Parvez Shaikh is good. But, the hero of this film from the technical department has go to be the action and background score. We love how the action in this film is a break away from the same old pow-wow that we get to see in almost every Bollywood film (not that we don't like it, but hey, we also love experiments). Force 2 has got some jaw dropping stunts, with Abraham lifting everything from cars to window grills, shattering glasses and breaking doors. The action sequences (by Franz Spilhaus of Commando fame) are slick, stylish and impactful, as we see the lead characters punch, knock and kick the hell outta those bad boys. A particular mention of the fabulous and refreshingly different climax action sequence. The film maker and action team have experimented with the visuals and shot everything like a first person shooter game, reminding us of Infinity Ward's Call of Duty. Amaal Malik's background score is top notch and matches the film's pace and requirements very well. Music of the film, with just two songs, is average.
John Abraham is undoubtedly the heart, soul and face of this film. As the intense and 'thoda satka hua' ACP Yashvardhan, he performs exceptionally well. With two action oriented films in the same year, Sonakshi Sinha is clearly turning out to be one of our favourite action heroes. As the tough RAW agent KK, Sonakshi delivers a fine performance. This girl has got some serious action moves, bruh! Tahir Raj Bhasin as the villainous yet vulnerable Shiv Sharma is spine chillingly good. Other cast members, including Adil Hussain, Narendra Jha among others, have also done a decent job. Also, we were happy to see Genelia D'souza Deshmukh's infectious smile back on the screen, even if it lasted two minutes. Filmmaker Abhinay Deo, who has earlier impressed us with Delhi Belly and the Indian version of television series - 24, does a fine job of bringing the best of action, thrills and entertainment together in this well crafted, gripping film.
Ismein action, drama, emotion aur entertainment hain. Go, watch it and join the chase!
Verdict: If you enjoy a well made action - drama, filled with thrills and some high octane action, we highly recommend this one for you.
Love,
The Dancebee
I don't think I can ever hurt anyone - John Abraham | Exclusive Interview
2016 has been a good year for John Abraham. The actor has had two releases - Dishoom and Rocky Handsome, with the former performing well at the box office and the latter earning him compliments for a fine performance. He is also busy collaborating with young minds on new projects, while as a producer, he is always on the look out for quality content. John is ready to end the year with a bang, (quite literally) as he has got Force 2 - sequel to 2011's successful action film, up for release. With a promising trailer, packed with high-octane action sequences, bike chases and jaw dropping stunts (some performed by stuntmen, who have worked on films like Mad Max and have flown in all the way from Hollywood), this much awaited espionage thriller is all set to hit the screens tomorrow. We caught up with John, who will be seen essaying the lead protagonist ACP Yashvardhan, in between various promotional activities to discuss his love for action films, causes close to his heart and more. Excerpts from our conversation:
What is it about Force 2, now a franchise, that appealed the most to you?
To answer your question, I feel Force 2 has tremendous potential to be one of Bollywood's biggest action franchise. The sequel is properly connected to the first film and when you watch the film, you will be able to connect the dots quite easily. Also, the plot of this film is relevant in today's times.
We noticed that you have performed some major action stunts in this film.
Also, got home with bruises and injuries (laughs). See, it's an out and out action film, and these stunts were a huge part of it. While shooting in Budapest, I did suffer a knee injury and was back to work the very next day, much against my doctor's wishes. Although, I did undergo a surgery while the film was being shot and was back on the sets after almost a fortnight.
You always confessed that you like being an action hero. What do you think of films made under this genre today and as a producer, how would you like to bring about changes?
Action films have always been close to my heart, and are a hit among masses. Keeping our audience in mind and how much they enjoy films that involve action, our films need to have a good mix of incredible action sequences and the perfect story. That way, the audience can enjoy wholesome entertainment. I personally believe that action sequences in our films can be believable for the audience, only if they are projected sensibly. As a producer, I am trying to achieve that in Force 2, by backing a good story with world class action.
As a producer, you are also focusing on regional cinema.
Yes. Our Marathi production venture shall hopefully kick off in the first quarter of 2017. It's an amazing script that we are working on. Honestly, I feel regional cinema is producing some incredible, quality films with great content. The Hindi film industry can definitely learn a lot from various regional film industries.
During our last interaction, Jacqueline said that you are tough on the outside, but a complete softie at heart. How true is that?
Very true. The general impression is that I am very tough. I tell people, I have never touched or hurt anybody in my life. Not even a fly. And no one has touched me. I don’t think I can ever hurt anyone. In case anyone comes up to hurt me, I’ll probably just buckle up, take a few shots and then ask, “Are you happy? Now, please carry on with your life.” But, that’s the way I am made. I have never purposely given a feeling of intimidation to anyone. People who know me will know that I am soft like candy floss. It’s easy to break John Abraham. Just break him (laughs).
You have supported several causes and campaigned for activities. What are the causes close to your heart, and is there any cause or issue that you think needs more focus and awareness?
Cruelty against animals is a big issue for me, and I have always stood up for it. I don’t understand how parents bring up a child, who goes on to throw stones on a living being, who cant even speak. But, outside of that, a core issue that I would like about are the number of elderly citizens who have been left alone to survive, by their own children. Today, we are losing the values that we had. My mom takes care of some elderly people. I have seen depressing stories of these individuals, and there is an experience that I would like to share here. This one boy in his late 20’s, left his father at the home for elderly and said, “Dad, stay here. I’ll be back tomorrow.” The boy never came back. He left for the U.S. In fact, when his father passed away, the boy didn’t even come back for the final rites. So, what I am trying to say is, individuals today are all consumed by themselves. It’s all about our career, success and earnings. It’s all about ‘ME’. So, a lot of people forget to take care of their parents. These are the people who brought you up, and you have to respect them. There will always be some special people entering your life, and there will be all sorts of pressure, but that is no excuse to disrespect your own parents.
You have also worked on a variety of CSR activities. Tell us a little bit about that.
A few years ago, I collaborated with a leading radio channel on a social activity, that helped change many lives. We wanted to do something for the people, who have faced problems that aren't discussed or talked about on a bigger scale. We started off by supporting acid attack victims. In fact, we reconstructed the face of a girl named Tarana. She underwent four surgeries for the same. Recently, she also got married. Fortis Hospitals supported us in this endeavour, and performed these surgeries free of cost. Another 8 girls were also taken care of. Later, we moved on to blood donation, women against abuse among other issues. It was an attempt to voice our opinion and stand against all the evils in our society, that prevail today. Currently, we are also planning something for the army jawans. Another issue that I have in mind is regularly faced by the citizens of North East. They often face racial discrimination and it’s sad to see Indians refer to their own brothers as Chinese.
So, what next after Force 2?
I haven't really signed a film, but I have read various script and there are several other activities, plans that are keeping me busy. Even as a producer, I've been hearing some great scripts and look forward to backing some good content.
Love,
The Dancebee
