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News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
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Special Ops 2 Review: Tahir Raj Bhasin Steals The Show, Kay Kay Menon's Return Is Impressive
Last Updated: Special Ops 2 Review: The second season of Special Ops is an open battle between Menon's Himmat Singh and the antagonist Tahir Raj Bhasin. Special Ops 2 Review: Kay Kay Menon is back as Himmat Singh in Special Ops 2, a RAW agent who has only one motive – eliminate India's enemies. While the first season of the show revolved around Menon and his team on a mission to end a 19-year-long manhunt of a terror mastermind, the second season takes a completely different turn. This time, the fight involves Artificial Intelligence – AI. The second season of Special Ops is an open battle between Menon's Himmat Singh and the antagonist Tahir Raj Bhasin. The show begins with the abduction of a renowned scientist who can access critical government domains using AI. Bhasin's motive with this abduction is not destruction or terrorism but to take over India's UPI control system. Therefore, Menon's aim this season is to prevent a cyber attack that can bring the country to its knees. With Special Ops season 2, Neeraj Pandey returns to doing what he does best – thrillers and not love stories or heist narratives. Remember Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha or Sikandar Ka Muqaddar? Nope, we don't either. Hopefully, Neeraj will keep his blinders on and focus only on espionage and geopolitics and national security hereon. Pandey brings out the best from his cast. With season two, Kay Kay Menon once again impresses with his simplicity, wit, smartness and intelligence as Himmat Singh. Joining him in season two is Tota Roy Chowdhury as Vinod Shekhawat, who plays his part with perfection and brings an interesting sub-plot to the show. Karan Tacker gets less screen time in comparison to the first season but does his part with utmost perfection. Muzammil Ibrahim also looks charming on screen and returns as fearless agent Avinash. Returning as a special agent in Special Ops 2 is also Saiyami Kher. However, she also gets very little time to showcase her acting skills solely because her character is written that way. We hope Neeraj Pandey's world includes more women too. However, one person who stands out in the show is Tahir Raj Bhasin. He delivers a chilling performance as the antagonist. Tahir masterfully embodies a complex character, exuding intelligence, ruthlessness, and calmness simultaneously. His portrayal is multifaceted, making him both captivating and terrifying to watch. His ability to convey menace while maintaining an air of sophistication makes his character unpredictable and interesting to watch. Where Does Special Ops 2 Lack? The first season of Special Ops was gripping. It did not let you blink your eye even for a second. Unfortunately, this aspect comes a little late in season two. The show begins with a slow pace and looks a little dragged initially. One of the major issues this season is how Menon's character is involved in multiple investigations running parallelly. With the introduction of several sub-plots, the show only gets a little confusing. It not only divides the attention of the viewers but also leaves them a little baffled at times. The action scenes in Special Ops 2 are somewhat underwhelming, feeling forced and lacking natural flow. The cinematography during these sequences is detracting from the overall impact. As it stands, the action feels somewhat disjointed, disrupting the otherwise gripping narrative and failing to leave a lasting impression. First Published: July 18, 2025, 09:33 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Sonakshi Sinha On Nikita Roy Release Delay: 'Nothing New, Happens To Many Films'
Last Updated: Sonakshi Sinha says Nikita Roy's release was postponed to July 18 for a wider audience. She calls the delay common and praises Kajol's film Maa. The much-anticipated supernatural thriller Nikita Roy, starring Sonakshi Sinha, has a new release date. Originally scheduled to hit cinemas on June 27, 2025, the film will now make its theatrical debut on July 18, 2025, as confirmed by the makers earlier this week. Opening up about the sudden shift, Sonakshi Sinha explained the decision was taken in the film's best interest. 'It was in the interest of the film. We want a wider audience," she told ETimes. The initial release date had Nikita Roy slated to clash with Maa, a supernatural drama led by Kajol. Acknowledging the overlap, Sonakshi said, 'Kajol is someone I've looked up to and admired. She's a fantastic actress and a lovely person. It was a coincidence that both our films are in the supernatural space. I am going to watch it. I really enjoyed the trailer and she's looking phenomenal in the film." The Dahaad actress also emphasized that rescheduling a film's release is not unusual in the industry. 'Humse pehle bhi kayi filmien aise push hui hai. Ajay sir's (Devgn) film Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha too was pushed to avoid a clash with Kalki 2898 AD. Films getting pushed is nothing new and I don't think it is a big deal," she added. The makers echoed her sentiments in a formal statement: 'With advice from our well-wishers in the fraternity, distributors, and exhibitors, we have collectively decided to push our release to the 18th of July so that we can reach a wider audience. Thank you for the immense love you have shown for the film so far but you'll have to wait a little longer, and we promise you, 18th July will be worth the wait! See you in theatres." Directed by Kussh Sinha, Sonakshi's brother, Nikita Roy features a gripping ensemble with Paresh Rawal, Arjun Rampal, and Suhail Nayyar playing pivotal roles. With a fresh new date, the team is all set to deliver a cinematic experience steeped in mystery, suspense, and supernatural intrigue. First Published: June 29, 2025, 19:18 IST
NDTV
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Sonakshi Sinha Reacts To Nikita Roy Release Date Getting Postponed: "Nothing New"
New Delhi: The upcoming Sonakshi Sinha-starrer supernatural thriller Nikita Roy has a new release date which was shared by the makers earlier this week. The film, which was originally slated to release in cinemas on June 27, will now release on July 18, 2025. Now reacting to the sudden decision, Sonakshi Sinha told ETimes, "It was in the interest of the film. We want a wider audience." What's Happening Sonakshi Sinha's Nikita Roy was earlier clashing with Kajol's Maa on June 27, 2025, in theatres. The makers of Nikita Roy decided to postpone the film's release, and it will now come to theatres on July 18, 2025. Sonakshi Sinha spoke to ETimes about the same, as she said, "It was in the interest of the film. We want a wider audience. Films getting pushed is nothing new and I don't think it is a big deal." Furthermore, she added, The actress also pointed out that such changes aren't uncommon in the industry. She said, " Humse pehle bhi kayi filmien aise push hui hai. Ajay sir's (Devgn) film Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha too, was pushed to avoid a clash with Kalki 2898 AD." Reacting to her film's clash with Kajol's Maa, Sonakshi said, "Kajol is someone I've looked up to and admired. She's a fantastic actress and a lovely person. It was a coincidence that both our films are in the supernatural space. I am going to watch it. I really enjoyed the trailer and she's looking phenomenal in the film." Statement Shared By Makers Announcing the change in the release date, the statement read, "With advice from our well-wishers in the fraternity, distributors, and exhibitors, we have collectively decided to push our release to the 18th of July so that we can reach a wider audience. Thank you for the immense love you have shown for the film so far but you'll have to wait a little longer, and we promise you, 18th July will be worth the wait! See you in theatres." About The Film The film is helmed by Sonakshi's sibling Kussh Sinha and also stars Paresh Rawal, Arjun Rampal and Suhail Nayyar in key roles. Written by Pavan Kirpalani, the production is spearheaded by Nickky Khemchand Bhagnani, Viicky Bhagnani, Ankur Takrani, Dinesh Ratiram Gupta, Kinjal Ashok Ghone, and Kratos Entertainment, with co-producers Anand Mehta, Prakash Nand Bijlani, Shakti Bhatnagar, Mehnaaz Shaikh, Chintan Dave, and Prem Raj Joshi lending their support. The film has been produced under the banner of Nicky Vicky Bhagnani Films and Nikita Pai Films Ltd., with a release by Baweja Studios in association with Bliss Entertainment, Movies PTE Limited, and Karmic Films.
India.com
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This actor's popularity is not less than Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, father was a Pakistani, never talks about him, name is...
This actor's popularity is not less than Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, father was a Pakistani, never talks about him, name is... Tabu has been in the industry for over four decades now. She has given some of the most memorable performances over the years and continues to stay relevant till date. Tabu has shared screen-space with almost every superstar of Hindi cinema, including, Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn. Born in a Muslim family in Hyderabad, Tabu's real name is Tabassum Fatima Hashmi. She is the daughter of Jamal Ali Hashmi, the late Pakistani actor, who returned to India to live with Tabu's mother Rizwana. When Tabu was 3-years-old, her father decided to leave the family for another woman and had two more daughters with his second wife. After divorce, Rizwana with her daughters, Tabu and Farah, came back to her parent's house and raised her children as a single parent. Once reminiscing her childhood days on Simi Garewal's talk show, Rendezvous with Simi Garewal, Tabu recalled, 'I had a great childhood, we lived in Hyderabad all our lives, I lived with my grandparents (mother's parents) after my parents divorced. My mum was a teacher and so I ended up spending more time with her mother, and my grandmother would pray and read books, and I grew up with that. I was very timid, I did not have a voice, in fact even after becoming a heroine, an actor, I did not have a voice.' When asked about her father, the actress said that she had no memories of him, and never felt like using his surname 'Hashmi.' 'I never really used it, I never thought it was important for me to use my father's surname, it was always Tabassum Fatima, which was my middle name. In school, Fatima was my surname. I have no memories of him. My sister has met him on occasion, but I have never really felt like meeting him. I am not curious about him, I am happy the way I am, the way I have grown up. I am very settled in my own life.' Tabu said. Meanwhile, Tabu was last seen in Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha (2024) . Starring Ajay Devgn, the film was a commercial failure at the box office.
Indian Express
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Raid 2 box office collection day 9: Ajay Devgn's film crosses Rs 100 crore mark; surpasses lifetime collection of Kesari 2, Jaat
Raid 2 box office collection day 9: After giving four flops, Ajay Devgn has finally tasted some success with his latest venture Raid 2. The film, a sequel to his 2018 hit Raid, has crossed the Rs 100 crore mark in India. According to early estimates by Sacnilk, the film earned Rs 5 crore on its ninth day, taking its total to Rs 100.75 crore. On its ninth day, Raid 2 witnessed an overall occupancy of 11.78%. The film, also starring Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor, and Amit Sial in the lead roles, had about 4500 shows across India on Friday. Raid 2 has surpassed the collective lifetime revenue of his recent releases Azaad, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha and Maidaan. Maidaan, released in 2024, earned Rs 53 crore in India. Meanwhile, his films Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha and Azaad were among his biggest box office debacles with collections of Rs 11.5 crore and Rs 6 crore, respectively. Raid 2 has outperformed Akshay Kumar's Kesari 2 and Emraan Hashmi's Ground Zero. Kesari 2 on its 22nd day earned just Rs 60 lakh, taking the film's total to Rs 83.95 crore. Meanwhile, Emraan Hashmi's Ground Zero collected Rs 7.6 crore with the film earning just Rs 1 lakh on its 15th day. ALSO READ | Shah Rukh Khan's K necklace at the Met gala finds an admirer in Khloe Kardashian: 'He looked amazing' Ajay Devgn's last hit was his film Shaitaan with actors R Madhavan and Jyotika. The film went on to earn Rs 148 crore nett in India. His multi-starrer film, Singham Again too earned whopping Rs 247.85 crore, but due to its enormous budget and his A-lister star cast, the film wasn't seen as a blockbuster. With no new releases scheduled in the near future, it seems that Ajay Devgn's film will continue to hold its own in the upcoming week as well. This week, Rajkummar Rao's Bhool Chuk Maaf was scheduled for a theatrical release but the film will now get a direct OTT release next week.
