The Pakistani army has captured a notorious gangster, described as being as powerful as ‘ten elephants’. Despite tight security, he escapes from a high-security prison after fighting off two formidable wrestlers. His mission: find the man responsible for shooting him in the chest. However, a chemical injection he received while he was captured has caused him to lose his memory, complicating his search. Who is this mysterious man? Who is Martin? Who is Arjun? To find the answers to these intriguing mysteries, watch the action-packed thriller Martin. Martin Synopsis: A giant of a man, described as having the strength of ten elephants, was shot in the chest and captured by the Pakistani army on their soil. Wearing an ‘Indian’ tattoo on his mighty arm, the man is transferred to a high-security prison. Surprisingly, many of these Pakistani guards and inmates in the facility speak Kannada! If that’s hard to digest, keep an eye on the man with the strength of ten elephants who managed to defeat two giant wrestlers and escape from prison. He flees to India to find the person who shot him.
However, his journey is complicated by frequent memory loss. At times, he screams in frustration, trying to understand who he is. As the story progresses, new names – Martin and Arjun – emerge, blurring his identity even further.
Martin Analysis:
In its quest to unravel the mystery of Martin and Arjun’s identities, the film spins into a continuous sequence of action and drama that progresses without any respite.
What ultimately sets Martin apart is its simple story, which turns into a ‘normal experience’ by the end. Right from the start, the film focuses on showcasing the protagonist’s strength, intelligence, and ability to outwit opponents.
The film covers almost every kind of action trope. It begins with intense shootouts, turns into a wrestling match inside a prison, and moves into a mixed martial arts showdown. Amidst the chaos, a love story emerges, driven by the hero’s courage in saving the heroine from an avalanche. Every frame of Martin feels like an attempt to make the next pan-India blockbuster, with spectacle taking priority over content. Instead of focusing on a compelling story, screenplay and thoughtful filmmaking, the emphasis is on grandeur, both visually and sound-wise. Martin Performance: Action prince Dhruva Sarja takes centre stage in Martin, delivering a powerful performance that highlights his dedication and hard work. Dhruva Sarja impresses by portraying the many shades of his character, who emerges as the driving force of the film. However, the supporting characters exist only as fillers, offering nothing beyond their basic presence. The only other feel-good factor is a coolly shot romantic number. Martin’s Final Thoughts:
During a high-speed car chase, the protagonist utters a catchy sentence: ‘Martin is no joke.’ Although the statement is intended to be serious, it conveys a great sense of hopelessness. As the action progresses, Martin casually remarks, “Don’t teach fathers how to have children,” a comment that seems out of place. It’s a moment that may make the audience think the same about the filmmakers – hopefully they too don’t underestimate the audience.