Kenya’s Crime Chase: Nostalgic Thrills in Vishwatma’s Action That Trails Tridev’s Glory
IMDb rating: 7/10
Vishwatma is a solid action romp, a worthy (but lesser) follow-up to Tridev’s explosive legacy.
Sunny Deol roars as Prabhat, a cop fueled by vengeance, his raw power igniting Kenya’s vibrant plains. Naseeruddin Shah’s Surya brings sharp wit and authority, though he’s underused compared to his Tridev flair. Chunky Pandey’s Akash is decent but no match for Jackie Shroff’s original spark, while Divya Bharti’s Madhu dazzles in “Saat Samundar Paar,” stealing hearts in her debut movie despite a thin role. Sonam’s Renuka fades into the background, and Amrish Puri’s Ajgar Jurrat, while menacing, doesn’t top his own as Tridev’s Bhujang.
Rajiv Rai delivers slick direction, with Kenya’s Nairobi clubs and Masai Mara chases popping off the screen, backed by Viju Shah’s infectious beats. The 179-minute plot drags with familiar revenge tropes and weaker stakes than Tridev, but its masala energy, punchy dialogues, and exotic locales keep it engaging.
A fun, nostalgic ride for 90s Bollywood fans, it’s a blast of action and music that holds up… just not as high as its predecessor.
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