Jul. 09, 2021|India|R
Genre: Action;&;Adventure;Bollywood;Crime;Mystery;Thriller
Description: The story is set in a small Himachal Pradesh town, where a suicide bomber takes a school full of children hostage. The fate of the hostages hinges on the past of the celebrated cop, who is also a captive. Can he uncover the mastermind behind the chaos and save the lives of the innocent?
The film *Collar Bomb* follows Manoj Kumar Hesi (played by Jimmy Sheirgill), a decorated police officer with a turbulent history. When a suicide bomber named Ali (Sparsh Shrivastava) threatens to detonate a bomb in a school with kidnapped students, Manoj is thrust into a whirlwind of chaos. He is forced to commit a series of heinous crimes while racing against time in a deadly scavenger hunt. The once peaceful village descends into madness as Manoj confronts an evil force with no apparent motive other than spreading terror. Throughout the film, the secrets of Manoj’s own past are gradually revealed.
Written by Nikhil Nair and directed by Dnyanesh Zoting, *Collar Bomb* is a gripping crime drama filled with twists and turns that keep viewers on edge. The story combines elements of crime, drama, action, mystery, and emotion, focusing on a ticking bomb that heightens the tension for both the characters and the audience. While the fast-paced screenplay occasionally loses its grip, the film’s climax delivers a powerful and revealing conclusion.
Comparisons to other films in the same genre, such as *A Wednesday* and *Madaari*, suggest that *Collar Bomb* has a slightly lesser impact. However, the cinematography by Jitan Harmit Singh stands out, showcasing the scenic beauty of the hill stations and providing a soothing contrast to the intense crime drama. The dialogues by Nisarg Mehta and Gaurav Sharma, though average, occasionally echo the style of 1980s cinema. For instance, lines like “If people in uniform cannot perform their duties properly, then politicians have to take charge” reflect a nostalgic tone.
Overall, *Collar Bomb* is a compelling blend of suspense and drama, with a narrative that explores the complexities of its characters while keeping the audience engaged until the very end.
Cast director: Dnyanesh Zoting
Cast actor: Jimmy Shergill, Asha Negi, Rajshri Deshpande, Sparsh Shrivastav, Ajay Purkar, Suman Singh, Naman Jain, Vidushi Mehra, Ambrish Deshpande, Shashi Bhushan
Original name: Collar Bomb