Star Cast: Shahrukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Lara Dutta, Boman Irani
Don 2 Review By:
Nikhat Kazmi - Times Of India - Ratings 4/5
Movie Review: 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. One who oscillates between two avatars -- Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise in Mission Impossible) and James Bond -- without losing out on his desi charisma.
Don 2 Review By:
Aniruddha Guha - DNA India - Ratings 3/5
What keeps Don 2 alive, then, is its pulsating action. It helps the pace quicken as the film progresses, including a thrilling chase sequence and a wonderfully choreographed-and-shot pre-climax sequence. Cinematographer Jason West (Rock On) and stunt director Matthias Barsch enthuse life into proceedings, ensuring that action junkies get their fill.
The film, however, is nothing more than an attempt to cash in; to set opening weekend records. And to provide a vehicle for its lead star to dazzle (so much so, every other actor seems inconsequential). Thankfully, Shah Rukh Khan is in form. The body language is cocky, the attitude flamboyant, and the smirk consistent. In a full-fledged action role, Khan goes the whole hog, pulling off the stunts with panache. Only for him, Don 2 is pretty enjoyable.
Don 2 Review By:
Taran Adarsh - Bollywood Hungama - Ratings 3.5/5
On the whole, DON 2 rides on star power and brand value. The film has a bland first hour, but the second half takes the film to another level. There's no denying that a cohesive script would've made a world of a difference to the film, but the tremendous hype, star power and the lucrative period [Christmas and New Year celebrations] will make its investors reap a harvest.
Don 2 Review By:
Komal Nahta - Koimoi - Ratings 3.5/5
What’s Good: The engaging post-interval portion, Shah Rukh Khan’s endearing performance; the canvas; the stylised acting and narration; the revelation of the suspense.
What’s Bad: The slow-paced first half; the technical details in the drama which will confuse a section of the audience; the music; the boring portions which spring up at several places.
Verdict: Don 2 is a winner. It will score at the box-office and yield good profits to all concerned.
Loo break: A couple in the first half.
Watch or Not?: Definitely watch it for Shah Rukh Khan’s performance and the stylised narration.
Don 2 Review By:
Dailybhaskar.com - Ratings 3/5
3 Ups and 3 Downs: Shah Rukh Khan, direction, cinematography, dialogues and the editing are the strong points. Lack of songs, subtracting down the Bollywood masala element from the film, which was prevalent in Don, a sluggish screenplay in first half, are the weak points.
On the whole, Don 2 is a perfect combination of style with substance. Definitely a one-time watch for one and all and treat for SRK fans.
Don 2 Review By:
NDTV - Ratings 2.5/5
There's an easy way to describe Don2 without any spoilers. Think of great action flicks from the Lethal Weapon, Die Hard and MI4 series. Shake them up.
Replace Nakatomi Plaza with Berlin's leading bank and there it is - Don 2 - a Bollywood take on great action flicks where Shah Rukh wants to show that being a bad-ass is fun.
Post the RA.One disaster, a lot of hopes ride upon SRK to prove he is a bankable box office star and Don 2 works hard to re-establish the fact that SRK can scale walls, blow up cars, look and act menacing despite the irritating laugh (seriously, he doesn't lose that).3D is a waste, so don't fret if you haven't booked for a 3D show. In fact, don't fret if you haven't booked a show at all.
The King is yet to return. Meanwhile since Hrithik's cameo is the highpoint of the film, I'll go with 2.5 stars, for the film.
Don 2 Review By:
Raja Sen - Rediff - Ratings 2.5/5
Don 2, Akhtar's latest, is a glossy, unashamed action offering polished within an inch of itself, visually coming together seamlessly and effectively. The floors shine enough to reflect stampeding boots (which also shine), explosives obey their detonators, guns click into place with satisfyingly precise and appropriately amplified CLICKS, cars chase each other with murderous grace, and the bad guy -- when not wearing a pretty face -- is clad in white and reluctant to kneel because of the potential punishment to his trousers.
Don 2 Review By:
Super Good Movies - Ratings 3.5/5
Plus points: Performances, Technicalities, Action stunts
Minus Point: Boring in parts
Final Word: A must watch for action buffs.
Don 2 Review By:
Mansha Rastogi - Now Running - Ratings 2.5/5
After a promotional explosion for Ra.One, astute businessman Shah Rukh Khan kept a slightly low profile for his latest release Don 2 and chose to make his film viral among the youth by coining 'Don'isms. The Donisms turned out to be a hit among the youngsters just like the PJs on Rajinikanth almost turning Don into a separate entity. When I saw Shah Rukh mouthing self-obsessed Donisms too in the movie, I wondered if he too was referring to someone else but himself!
Right from the first scene that has Don's voice over declaring himself to be a king of drug cartels who has all the other cartels across the globe vying to kill him in order to eliminate competition, you know you are in for a self-obsessed and boastful marathon.
Don 2 Review By:
Glamsham - Ratings 1/5
Shah Rukh Khan tries too hard. There is no aura of a Don around him. Nothing sinister even though he tries bloody hard. Priyanka Chopra is left mouthing, 'Oh my God,' 'Really,' and 'I'm on my way.' She is not convincing as the character she plays and is as clueless as Farhan and SRK. Om Puri looks as stunned as the rest of the cast while a role etched out for Kunal Kapoor is laughable. Even Aly Khan who was impressive in a movie released two weeks ago, JO HUM CHAHEIN (Featuring two debutants), is left groping in the dark. Boman Irani, what have they Don(e) with you!
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