Commando 2 - The Black Money Trail
2017 · Directed by Deven Bhojani
Original language: Hindi
- action
- thriller
The story
India's most wanted Black Money agent, Vicky Chaddha, gets arrested in Malaysia and is kept in a safe house by the Malaysian authorities, along with his wife. A team of four is being sent to Malaysia to bring them to India. Apart from the growth of inter-personal relationships, the mission has quite a few twists and turns on its way. The story follows Karan as he uses his brain and brawn to recover all of the laundered black money.
What it’s like
Glossy digital frames, bright urban interiors and sun-washed Malaysian streets give this a slick, high-gloss commercial look, with bold primary colours and fast-cut editing that keeps the screen busy. The sound is loud and percussive: a pounding, synth-heavy score, punchy sound effects on every impact and gunshot, and Hindi-language dialogue delivered with broad energy. The vibe is brash, stylish and relentlessly kinetic, with a playful, wisecracking undertone that softens its tougher moments. Pacing is brisk, with action set pieces arriving often and romance and banter filling the gaps between them. The emotional register stays upbeat and heroic, following a resourceful agent and his partner as they bond through danger and outmanoeuvre the people chasing them. Intensity is high: frequent hand-to-hand fights, gunfights and stunt-driven chases, with blows and injuries shown plainly but without graphic gore. Romantic moments are chaste, with some suggestive banter. This suits viewers who want an energetic, crowd-pleasing action film for a weekend night, not something quiet or gentle.
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