Collar Bomb Story :-
The setting of Collar Bomb unfolds in the picturesque town of Sanawar nestled in the hills of Himachal Pradesh, where Manoj Hesi (portrayed by Jimmy Sheirgill) holds the position of Station Head Officer, highly esteemed by the community. Yet, the reality of his heroism diverges from public perception. When faced with a suicide bomber (played by Sparsh Srivastav) endangering not only a school but also Hesi’s integrity, he finds himself in a race against time to protect everything at stake.
Movie Ratings
| Release Date | 9 July 2021 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Genre | Action, Thriller |
| Duration | 1h 50min |
| Cast | Akshaye Khanna, Gautam Rode, Vivek Dahiya, Akshay Oberoi, Abhilash Chaudhary, Parvin Dabas, Samir Soni, Abhimanyu Singh, Mir Sarwar, Manjari Fadnis, Chandan Roy |
| Director | Ken Ghosh |
| Writer | William Borthwick, Simon Fantauzzo |
| Cinematography | Tejal Shetye |
| Music | Kartik Shah |
| Producer | Abhimanyu Singh |
| Production | Contiloe Pictures |
| Certificate | A |
Collar Bomb follows the journey of Manoj Kumar Hesi (played by Jimmy Sheirgill), a decorated cop with a troubled past. Before a suicide bomber named Ali (portrayed by Sparsh Shrivastava) threatens to detonate explosives at a school where he’s taken students hostage, Hesi finds himself entangled in chaos, compelled to commit a series of appalling acts. The serene town surrounding Hesi descends into madness as he races against time to complete a harrowing scavenger hunt, facing off against a malevolence intent on spreading terror. Throughout the film, the mystery surrounding the cop’s own history is gradually unveiled.
Penned by Nikhil Nair and helmed by Dnyanesh Zoting, this crime drama is replete with enough twists and turns to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. It skillfully blends crime, drama, action, mystery, and emotion, all centered around a ticking bomb that creates intense pressure for both Hesi and viewers alike. While the screenplay maintains a brisk pace, it occasionally falters, lacking the impact of other films in the genre like ‘A Wednesday’ and ‘Madaari.’ However, the climax is gripping, finally laying bare all that was previously concealed.
Jitan Harmit Singh’s cinematography captivates with its portrayal of scenic hill station locales, offering a soothing contrast to the seriousness of the crime drama. The dialogue by Nisarg Mehta and Gaurav Sharma is serviceable but tends to evoke a sense of 80s cinema nostalgia, as exemplified by lines such as, “If those in uniform fail to fulfill their duties, then politicians must intervene.”
Jimmy Sheirgill shines as SHO Manoj Hesi, a renowned supercop, despite being somewhat constrained by a script that allows limited room for character development. Alongside Hesi, ASI Sumitra Joshi (portrayed by Asha Negi), a no-nonsense cop, commands attention. Negi delivers an impressive performance, displaying both physical prowess and authenticity in her portrayal. Sparsh Shrivastav portrays the role of the suicide bomber Ali, while Naman Jain takes on the character of Akshay Hesi, Manoj’s son. Rajshri Deshpande, along with the rest of the ensemble cast, delivers commendable performances in this captivating crime-thriller.
As the film concludes, Jimmy Sheirgill’s character aptly reflects, “Life is a chain that is built from the decisions we make,” encapsulating the essence of this riveting 87-minute drama that will keep audiences glued to their seats throughout.
