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Dev Patel has been one of the most interesting actors to watch on screen. Despite not being an A-list movie star, he has starred in some great films that have been celebrated by critics and received awards recognition. His breakthrough role in the Oscar-winning filmSlumdog Millionairelanded him on the radar of many filmmakers.
He has shown his versatility in acclaimed films such asThe Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, The Green Knight, Hotel Mumbai,andLion. After receiving an Oscar nomination for the latter, he is set to make his directorial debut with 2024’sMonkey Man. A new clip of an action sequence from the film shows its amazingly choreographed action, drawing comparisons with theJohn Wickfilms.
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Dev Patel is set to return to the big screenafter 2021’sThe Green Knightin the upcoming action thrillerMonkey Man.Judging by the trailer that was released last month, he is set to go on a bloody crusade against powerful people to avenge his mother’s death. The trailer promised a new avatar of the actor in the action space.
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A new extended clip of the kitchen fight from the trailer has now been released and Patel looks like a million bucks performing some well-choreographed action sequences. He is seen taking down a bunch of thugs by using any object at his disposal including pans, knives, and even an oven. (viaYouTube). The gritty and brutal action style reminds one ofKeanu Reeves‘John Wickfranchise.
Patel seems to be extremely committed to the action sequences and like Reeves, is doing all the intense fighting and stunts himself. The film can be the start of a new action franchise that may even stand toe to toe with theJohn Wickfranchise. It remains to be seen whether Patel’s first film as a director makes a splash and earns the love of audiences like Reeves’ beloved action franchise.
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Jordan Peele Praises Dev Patel’s Incredible Dedication forMonkey Manat SXSW
Dev Patel‘sMonkey Manrecently premiered at SXSW 2024 with a great response from audiences. DirectorJordan Peele who co-produces the filmwith Patel was also present at the event and introduced the film and its director before the film’s screening. He had high praise for the film stating that it deserves to be seen on the biggest screen possible with a large crowd.
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He further praised Patel for his amazing dedication to the film and poured his heart and soul into making the film more than just a typical action fare. Peele is in awe of Patel and how he made an action film that has great meaning and depth. He said (viaDeadline)
“This is a film that simply demands to be seen in a theater with a huge rockstar audience. It’s a movie that proves that films can be all things. You can have a movie that has an amazing story, that has meaning and depth and still kick a bunch of people’s a**es. I can’t say enough about the man I am about to introduce here. I’ve never seen someone pour his heart, soul, body, mind, and energy into a film, into a story more than this man,”
The film reportedly received a standing ovation from the enthusiastic crowd at SXSW (viaDeadline). The film seems to be a bonafide hit for Patel and Peele seems to be incredibly confident about its potential. The film which also stars Sharlto Copley, Pitobash, Sobhita Dhulipala, Sikandar Kher, Vipin Sharma, and Ashwini Kalsekar hits theatres on July 28, 2025.
Rahul Thokchom
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Rahul Thokchom is a senior content writer at Fandomwire who is passionate about covering the world of pop culture and entertainment. He has a Masters Degree in English that contributes to the richness and creativity in his works.
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