Master
A modern day story of an innocent boy (Ravi) of Royal lineage who is sent to Hong Kong by his Father's conniving manager, Kailash Choudhary (K.C.) to train in the Martial Arts--the boy's passion. K.C. eliminates the boy's father and usurps his properties. Ravi is set up by K.C. who plants drugs in his baggage. As a result, Ravi is arrested and spends the next 12 years of his life in a Hong Kong prison where he is thrown into a cell with a Wing Tsun Kung Fu Grandmaster (Sifu).
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Plot Summary
In this action-drama, a police officer goes undercover to bring down a powerful crime syndicate. He must navigate a dangerous underworld, confronting corruption and betrayal at every turn. His mission becomes deeply personal as the syndicate's actions threaten his family and his own life.
Critical Reception
Master (2001) received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its formulaic plot and lengthy runtime. While some performances were acknowledged, the film was generally seen as a typical Bollywood action flick lacking originality.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a predictable storyline and excessive length.
- Performances are adequate but fail to elevate the weak script.
- Falls into the trap of generic Bollywood action tropes.
Google audience: Audience reception for Master (2001) is not widely documented, but available information suggests a polarized view, with some viewers enjoying the action sequences while others found the plot unengaging.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to star Dharmendra in a different role, but was later recast with Govinda taking the lead.
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