Dev Patel is all set to showcase his acting skills in the upcoming fast-paced action thriller ‘Monkey Man’. The actor, known for his versatile acting in films such as Slumdog Millionaire, Lion, Infinity and Hotel Mumbai, will play a vigilante superhero in his next film. Dev not only wrote the screenplay for ‘Monkey Man’ but also plays the role of director and producer of the film. He was recently thrilled to receive a standing ovation at the film’s SXSW world premiere. Also read | Monkey Man Trailer: Sobhita Dhulipala makes her Hollywood debut in the action thriller directed by Dev Patel.clock
Dev Patel breaks down at Monkey Man premiere
In a video shared by Variety, Dev is moved to tears as the audience applauds and applauds as the end credits roll during the screening. He was speechless and struggled to hold back his tears as he clasped his hands and thanked everyone.
About Monkeyman
The actor played some intense action scenes in the movie. The trailer shows similarities with folklore, mysticism and the legend of Lord Hanuman as the protagonist wears a monkey mask to fight gangsters. The Monkey Man is based on the story of a man seeking revenge against corrupt leaders who murdered his mother. An underdog superhero who works at a fight club decides to stand up to those in power who oppress the weak and downtrodden.
Developers film for Monkey Man during COVID-19 pandemic
The actor-turned-director defied all odds to film his passion project. Deadline reported that Dev has faced some challenges during the coronavirus pandemic, including losing his chief due to a heart attack. He broke his leg two weeks before filming and also injured his hand during filming. The actor told the portal, “As you will see when you watch the movie, I have a wrap in my hand.”
The Monkey Man also stars Sharlto Copley, Pitobash, Vipin Sharma, Sikandar Kher, Sobhita Dhulipala, Ashwini Kalsekar, Aditi Kalkunte and Makarand Deshpande in important roles.
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