This is the first Dhruva Sarja film I have watched, and his screen presence is terrific. However, I’m not sure if the makers have utilized him well in this film or if he always looks this good in his other films. Well, putting that aside for now, animal references for protagonists in Indian cinema are common, but in this film, the hero behaves more like an Animal. It feels different on screen, though there are some over-the-top performance that can be irritating—especially when he roars before every dialogue, which comes off as awful.
The lead pair’s love track is decent, and the action and chase sequences, along with the production values, are very rich, making the film look grand on screen. It’s definitely worth a theatrical experience.
As for the story, not much has been revealed so far, but the screenplay is intriguing. The protagonist’s search for ‘Martin’ leads to an unexpected twist during the interval, which was very well executed. The background score stands out, and the film looks promising. Hopefully, the latter half will be just as engaging.
Martin 2nd Half: Bad
It kicks off with a stylish chase followed by an action sequence. However, after the makers attempt to introduce the plot with a backstory, it becomes messy, with the only saving grace being Dhruva Sarja’s performance in two different roles. While he shines in a few moments, he goes overboard in others, leaving little to be impressed by.
The pre-climax to Climax action sequences look grand, but they lack engagement due to inconsistent treatment in between, leading to a chaotic situation. Ultimately, the film leaves us with a sense of disappointment.
“Stylish Action Grandeur with a Messed-Up Storyline”
The film had its moments during the initial half, however, it falters later with a messy storyline that offers little to the main plot. Dhruva Sarja impresses with his two different roles, though some moments may seem over the top. Still, in a few scenes, he truly shines with his performance. Without giving away the twist, the interval shot is sure to captivate action movie enthusiasts.
Unfortunately, the unconvincing narration in the backstory, along with the distractions that spoil the main character’s goal during the climax, causes chaos.
Overall Verdict: Enough is enough. While not in the mood for Rhyno, the initial half of Martin is worth appreciating. If you’re into stylish chase and action sequences without worrying too much about the storyline, this film is worth a try.
