Hrithik & Jr NTR’s ‘War 2’ is all style, no ammo
The much-awaited sequel to the 2019 blockbuster, ‘War’, has finally hit the screens. ‘War 2’, directed by Siddharth Anand, stars Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in lead roles. The film is touted to be an action-packed spy thriller, but does it live up to the expectations? News18’s Titas Chowdhury gave the film 2.5 stars and summarized it as “all style and no ammo”.
According to Chowdhury, the film is ambitious, and ambition is always a good thing. However, it’s the execution that falters. The story is thin, not lean in a sleek way, but hollow in a “was there a draft two?” kind of way. The review further states that the film’s plot is predictable, and the twists and turns are easily anticipated.
The review praises Hrithik and Jr NTR’s performances, saying that they bring fire to their respective roles. Hrithik, in particular, shines as the suave and skilled agent, Task Force 301. However, the praise is short-lived as the review concludes that the film’s poor storytelling and weak plot development are major drawbacks.
One of the major issues with ‘War 2’ is its inability to maintain a consistent pace. The film starts off strong, with high-octane action sequences and a gripping narrative. However, as the story progresses, the pace slows down, and the film becomes a slog to get through. The action scenes, which were the highlight of the first film, are few and far between in the sequel, and when they do appear, they are not as impactful.
Another issue with the film is its poor character development. The characters of Hrithik and Jr NTR’s characters are paper-thin, with little to no backstory or motivation. The villains, in particular, are cartoonish and lack any real depth or menace. The supporting cast, including Vaani Kapoor and Ashutosh Rana, are wasted in underwritten roles.
Despite its flaws, ‘War 2’ does have some redeeming qualities. The film’s visuals are stunning, with breathtaking action sequences and impressive production design. The cinematography is top-notch, capturing the beauty of the locations and the intensity of the action scenes. The music, composed by Vishal-Shekhar, is also catchy and adds to the film’s energy.
In conclusion, ‘War 2’ is a disappointing sequel that fails to live up to the expectations set by the first film. While Hrithik and Jr NTR’s performances are enjoyable, the film’s poor storytelling, weak plot development, and predictable twists and turns make it a chore to watch. If you’re a fan of the first film, you might want to skip this one and wait for a better spy thriller to come along.
