Oscar winning Film Jai Ho Star, Dev Patel is all set to make his directorial debut with "Monkey Man," hitting theatres globally on April 5. The film is a blend of Patel's creative vision and Thunder Road Films, known for their involvement in the "John Wick" franchise.
Made in Heaven Actor, Sobhita Dhulipala, making her Hollywood debut with the film, expressed excitement on Instagram about being part of this action-packed project. The cast includes Sikandar Kher, Sharlto Copley, Pitobash, Vipin Sharma, Adithi Kalkunte, and Ashwini Kalsekar,
"Monkey Man," produced by a stellar team including Dev Patel, Jomon Thomas, Jordan Peele, and others, is a collaborative effort by Bron Studios, Thunder Road Films, Monkeypaw Productions, Minor Realm/S’Ya Concept, in association with WME Independent and Creative Wealth Media. Initially set up at Netflix in 2021, Jordan Peele recognized its cinematic value, making a decision to release it on the big screens, as reported by Deadline.
About the trailer
In the recently released three-minute trailer, audiences are excited, as the Action Thriller is assumed to be inspired by the Hindu legend of Hanuman, touching upon genres of Revenge
The film follows Patel's character, as a Kid, in the Mumbai underground fight club, wears a gorilla mask, takes beatings for money, seeking justice for his mother's murder by corrupt leaders oppressing the vulnerable.
The trailer shares glimpses of Kid's childhood, his bond with his mother, and the traumatic loss that drives him on a path of taking revenge. The narrative promises a captivating exploration of modern-day issues intertwined with ancient mythology.
The international response to the trailer has been enthusiastic, with fans drawing parallels to iconic action franchises and praising the integration of Hanuman's symbolism into the storyline. Some viewers, however, questioned the choice of the title "Monkey Man" instead of explicitly referencing Hanuman.
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