Dev Patel has made everyone proud with his directorial debut with his dream project Monkey Man. At the world premiere of the movie at SXSW the actor received a huge reception and a long standing ovation. The movie that stars Patel in the lead has beautifully choreographed action sequences with a beautiful story originating in the mind of the director. Now, fans are eagerly waiting to watch the movie on the big screen after the reports of the action flick hit the social platforms.
Dev Patel’s Hard Work Paid Off
Dev Patel in an action scene in Monkey Man. Image Credit:Universal Pictures
Dev Patel traded his soul for Monkey Man, and the actor/director sustained several injuries including breaking his hand. The actor improvised as he a put screw in the hand to complete the scene. The risk factor tested the prowess of the director who also had to undergo an intense action process working closely with the action choreographers and stuntman. Speaking of his injuries, the actor revealed the depth of his physical trauma.
“So, a couple weeks before we started shooting a stunt man stepped on my stamped on my foot and broke it so that was a bit of a problem uh but we got through that and carried on. Uh, then I tore my shoulder and then I broke my hand. Uh, but we carried on forming and, uh, it was a huge problem because to have your hand in a cast for the entire film, so, I got on a plane after filming the rest of the scene we put a screw in the hand. I was like okay okay and then, um, we carried on shooting. Uh, we had to change all of the choreo to like one-handed moves, um, which was very difficult but um, it was a real process of ferocity and just trying to trying to find a way to get it done.” (via, Austin American-Statesman).
Patel’s hard work paid off, fans hailed the movie as it became a critical darling with an 88% Rotten Tomatoes score after the premiere.
Fans Hailed Dev Patel’s Directorial Monkey Man
Dev Patel In and as Monkey Man. Image Credit: Universal Pictures
Monkey Man has created an astounding buzz among fans. Following the release of the first trailer, the movie has received a wide reception as the action sequences of the movie have been the talk of the town. With the SXSW premiere, Monkey Man has extended the hype to a new level. Now, fans “can’t wait” to watch the movie in theatre.
CAN’T WAIT pic.twitter.com/X0G2H0fubS
— Mike Carolla (@SJTimes13) March 12, 2024
It's great to see Dev Patel emerging as a great filmmaker! Well Done! 👍🏼
Who is ready for "MONKEY MAN"? pic.twitter.com/ps3grhdLel
— Say My Name (@Name__Error_404) March 12, 2024
His reaction is priceless!
— Cham | KOY Jumuiya💄👒 (@missherabitcoin) March 12, 2024
deserved
— Luna Eclipse (@Lunaeclipse18xo) March 12, 2024
I'll watch
— Blessing 💕🤍💓💘💙 (@Apunanwu24) March 12, 2024
And we will be supporting him opening day pic.twitter.com/TcWVauaHVi
— jenny (@clarkjoes) March 12, 2024
can’t wait to watch this next month 🐵🔥
— Julien ♉︎ THE BOYS S4 🩸🧪 (@Jv1i3n_) March 12, 2024
Patel has been crowned with a decorated legacy to his name appearing in movies including Slumdog Millionaire, The Green Knight, and Lion. Monkey Man has widened his ability to direct a movie as well. Alongside Patel, the action flick stars District 9 star Sharlto Copley with Indian several Indian actors including Sikandar Kher, and Sobhita Dhulipala.
Monkey Man is slated for theatrical release on 19 April 2024.
