Film: 2.O - Sequel to Robo
Story, Screenplay, Direction: S. Shankar
Produced by: A. Subaskaran, Raju Mahalingam
Telugu Release: Dil Raju, NV Prasad, and UV Creations
Starring: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar, Amy Jackson, Sudhanshu Pandey, and others
Music: A. R. Rahman
Cinematography: Nirav Shah
Edited by: Anthony
Production Company: Lyca Productions
Release date: 29 November 2018
Running time: 147 minutes
Language: Telugu
Budget est.: 543 crores

Rating: 3.5/5

Ever since the sequel of Shankar and Rajinikanth's visual wonder, 'Robo' was announced, the audience has eagerly waited for every update about the movie. After greatly impressing the audience with the promotional material and creating a huge positive buzz, the makers have finally released '2.O' movie. Rajinikanth, Amy Jackson, and Akshay Kumar played the vital roles in the movie. Shankar promised an exhilarating ride while watching the movie and the expectation are also equally very high about the movie. The film has finally hit the screens across the globe today. Let's see how far Shankar and team will impress the movie lovers with this magnum opus.

Story:
An Ornithologist Pakshi Raju (Akshay Kumar) dedicates his life in looking after birds. Over some time, he learns that the mobile phone's radiation is killing the birds and the humans are ignoring the facts. Pakshi Raju feels that the birds also have equal right to live on this earth and humans are not even concerned about it. After multiple trails, Pakshi Raju fails to bring a change and commis suicide. After death, his negative energy engages with the negative aura of the dead birds, and he becomes the fifth force to destroy the humans. How did Dr. Vaseekaran (Rajinikanth) put an end to this fifth force with the help of Chitti? Is the film's story.

Actors & Performances:
One cannot easily believe that Rajinikanth is above 60 years old. His excellent performance is undoubtedly one of the major highlights of the film. His performance as a scientist is decent whereas his performance as a scientist is beyond outstanding. His dialogue delivery, his stunts, more than Rajinikanth we will see 'Chitti' in him.

Akshay Kumar is indeed a superstar. His stupendous performance is like the glue that keeps us stick to the chairs. He is one of the driving forces in the film.

Though we can feel the absence of Aishwarya Rai in the sequel, Amy Jackson sure matches up to her regarding glamour. She is uber-hot and maintains sizzling chemistry with Chitti.

Sudhanshu Pandey also did a decent job and will grab the attention in some scenes. Adil Hussain performed well Kalabhavan Shajohn, and Riyaz Khan delivered excellent performances.

Analysis:
When compared to the prequel, '2.O' doesn't have a great story but it does deliver an important message to the audience. The first half is average with less entertainment. Shankar has got into the story with the opening scene itself.

The first half is average. The second half makes up to it with Rajnikanth mark dialogues. The last 30 minutes of the film is an eye feast. The visual effects would be like a visual extravaganza. Shankar mark emotional content in the movie will definitely the be the highlight. On the whole, '2.O' is a winner at the box office with its gripping plot, rich visual effects, and excellent performances.

Technical Aspects:
Shankar has come up with an exceptional story which is relevant to the present society. He prepared an excellent multi-layered subject with a right blend of twists and turns. The war between the two machines is showcased fiercely. The visual effects team will take the large piece of cake for giving us a memorable experience. The film took the Indian Cinema to the next level regarding technical aspects.

The production values of Lyca Productions are lavish. The producers invested a massive amount, and it seems like every penny is worthy because of the visual grandeur. Cinematography by Nirav Shah is like the backbone of the film. His camera angles will make us go wow over his skills. Music by AR Rahman is beautiful. Mainly, his background music is terrific. Editing by Anthony is good. Runtime is crisp.

Plus Points:
Visual Grandeur
Graphics
Music
Engaging Screenplay
Runtime

Minus Points:
Lack of Emotional Touch to Story
Few out-of-the-top sequences

Final Verdict: Rare Combination of Science, Fiction & Supernatural Element!

Reviewed by: ram!