Colossal Disappointment: ‘Pathaan’ Assistant Director on ‘War 2’
The Hindi film industry has seen its fair share of blockbuster hits and misses, but rarely do we see a film receive scathing criticism from someone who has worked on it. However, that’s exactly what happened when Rajvir Ashar, assistant director on films like ‘Pathaan’ and ‘War’, took to Instagram to express his disappointment with ‘War 2’.
For those who may not be familiar, ‘War’ was a massive commercial success, and expectations were high for its sequel. However, it seems that ‘War 2’ failed to live up to the hype, at least according to Rajvir Ashar. In a scathing review, he called the film the “weakest film in Yash Raj Film’s spy universe”.
Rajvir’s criticism didn’t stop there. He went on to say that the film was a “colossal disappointment” that failed to resonate with him emotionally. He also stated that the film’s second half was deplorable and overlong, with neither enough highs nor lows to make it an engaging watch.
It’s not every day that someone who has worked on a film publicly expresses such disappointment. This raises questions about what went wrong with ‘War 2’. Was it a case of overhyping the film, or did the studio fail to deliver?
To understand the context better, let’s take a look at the film’s plot. ‘War 2’ is the sequel to the 2019 blockbuster ‘War’, which starred Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff. The film’s plot revolves around the two lead characters, Kabir (Hrithik) and Khalid (Tiger), who are once again pitted against each other in a battle of wits.
The first half of the film seems to have received mixed reviews, with some critics praising the action sequences and others criticizing the plot. However, it’s the second half that seems to have been the major letdown, according to Rajvir. He didn’t specify what exactly went wrong, but it’s clear that his expectations were not met.
Rajvir’s criticism has sparked a heated debate among fans and critics alike. Some have come out in defense of the film, saying that it’s unfair to criticize it based on one person’s opinion. Others have agreed with Rajvir, saying that the film’s flaws were evident from the start.
It’s worth noting that Rajvir’s criticism isn’t the first time someone has expressed disappointment with ‘War 2’. Some fans have taken to social media to express their disappointment with the film’s plot, saying that it lacked the charm of the original.
So, what went wrong with ‘War 2’? Was it a case of overhyping the film, or did the studio fail to deliver? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure – Rajvir’s criticism has sparked a conversation about the film’s flaws and what could have been done differently.
In an industry where films are often judged on their box office performance, it’s refreshing to see someone like Rajvir speak their mind. His criticism may not change the fact that ‘War 2’ is a commercial success, but it does highlight the importance of staying true to the art of filmmaking.
As we move forward, it will be interesting to see how ‘War 2’ is received in the coming months. Will Rajvir’s criticism have an impact on the film’s box office performance, or will it be remembered as a minor blip on the radar?
One thing is for sure – ‘War 2’ will be remembered as a film that sparked a conversation about the importance of staying true to the art of filmmaking. Whether you agree or disagree with Rajvir’s criticism, it’s clear that his words have struck a chord with many.
Source: https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/pathaan-ad-criticizes-hrithik-s-war-2/story
