The movie *Martin* (2024) is an Indian Kannada-language action thriller directed by A.P. Arjun. The story follows Lt. Brigadier Arjun Saxena, who, after uncovering a conspiracy involving black market dealers and terrorists, embarks on a journey across India and Pakistan to uncover his true identity. Dhruva Sarja stars in a dual role as Arjun Saxena and his alter ego, Martin, alongside a cast including Vaibhavi Shandilya and Anveshi Jain. The film features a mix of intense action, emotional moments, and a high-budget production with extensive visual effects.
Released on October 11, 2024, the movie has been noted for its big-budget spectacle but received mixed reviews for its narrative and execution. It is available on Amazon Prime Video after its theatrical ru .Here are additional details about *Martin* (2024):
1. **Storyline**: The movie intertwines espionage, action, and drama. Arjun Saxena is an Indian Army officer whose mission to uncover illegal arms deals leads him to Pakistan. He adopts a new identity, Martin (or Rhino), during the mission, exploring themes of duty, betrayal, and personal identity.
2. **Production Scale**: Filmed with a massive budget (reported at ₹150 crore), the film includes high-octane action sequences and significant use of VFX, making it a visual treat. Its production took over 250 days, with a 52-day climax shoot.
3. **Reception**: Despite its grand scale and Dhruva Sarja’s performance, *Martin* received mixed to negative reviews. Critics cited a lack of depth in the story and an overreliance on spectacle, calling it appealing mainly to die-hard fans of Sarja.
4. **Music**: The soundtrack, composed by Mani Sharma, features songs like "Jeevan Neene" and the "Anthem of Martin," adding emotional and patriotic elements to the narrative.
**Release and Availability**: Initially released in Kannada on October 11, 2024, the movie was also dubbed in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Bengali. It began streaming on Amazon Prime Video f