Review of Murder 2 (2011) by Niraj V — 17 Jul 2011

The long awaited and much vaunted sequel to the 2004 smash hit Murder, this one is a decent enough entertainer.

Lifted, or should we say "inspired" from the Korean film "The Chaser", this one is a rather violent and dark film, with copious amounts of (not needed) sex scenes, presumably to draw in the frontbenchers.

No point in commenting on the story etc as it really isnt an original work, but the director seems to have gotten it right as the movie progresses at a good pace, and even though you know how its going to end, it still holds your attention.

Now for the performances:

Emraan Hashmi is in the movie purely because his uncle has made it. He is totally miscast and really doesn't look the part of the rogue ex cop with a heart of gold. The scruffy look, presumably to make him look tough, doesn't work, and there is a lot of him to be seen in the movie, his mug being present in almost every frame!!!!!

Jacqueline Fernandes appears to have been put in the movie purely for the tittilatory aspect only. She doesn't have much of a role, and all she does is dress skimpily and indulge in passionate love scenes with Hashmi. Not that there is anything wrong in doing so, I must add!!!!

The surprise package of the movie, however, is Prashant Narayanan, who plays the villian. Not since the legendary Ashutosh Rana (if you don't know who he is, check out movies like Dushman and Sangharsh) have I seen such menace in a villian. His portrayal makes you wish that you never have to meet someone like him in the dead of night. I hope that he wins the Best Villian awards for the year 2011.

Overall, another staple plagarised movie from the Bhatt stable, making you wonder just how big their DVD collection is, and where their next inspiration is going to strike!!

Having said that, if you want to watch a truly scary, chilling movie, then this one is just what the doctor ordered, you will not be disappointed.

Watch it.