Review of Don 2 (2011) by Khushnood A — 31 Dec 2011
Don 2 is a classic action/crime thriller that doesn't let go, even for a moment. More importantly, the plot has been finely crafted, with every twist and turn falling into place like a complicated albeit neat little jigsaw.
With a canvas that goes on a cross-country ride -- Thailand, Malaysia, Zurich, Berlin -- the film challenges you to hop aboard its high speed scuttle and attentively follow the exploits of its glamorous gangster.
The high point of the film is Shah Rukh's delineation of the character of the Don. The actor interprets him as an arrogant, agile, wicked and wild dare-devil who has the most bizarre schemes up his sleeve.
Shah Rukh remains in command and never loses his foothold, neither through the dramatic sequences nor through the action cuts. But of course, didn't we know the actor always loved playing wicked despite his romantic hero image.
Don 2 is a film that represents modern Indian action cinema well. It represents the push toward Indian cinema becoming global cinema, and it puts India's best foot forward.
This review of Don 2 (2011) was written by Khushnood A on 31 Dec 2011.
Don 2 has generally received positive reviews.
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