5 years of '2.0': Reasons why Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar starrer deserves a rewatch

Directed by Shankar, '2.0' stars Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar, released in theaters in 2018. The science fiction drama was multilingual, with both 2D and 3D versions. Its massive release spanned numerous screens, setting records and eventually becoming the highest-grossing Tamil film ever. Even after 5 years since its release, fans on social media are reminiscing about the film. Celebrating the 5th anniversary of '2.0', let's explore why this Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar starrer remains worth watching repeatedly.

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Rajinikanth played a dual role as a scientist and his humanoid robot. The science fiction drama is a sequel to the 2011 Tamil release, and Rajinikanth was seen once again as his highly celebrated avatar Chitti. Even though the team used VFX for most of the scenes, Rajinikanth's charisma made the film an entertaining one.

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Akshay Kumar played the antagonist to lock horns with Rajinikanth, and it was a socially responsible character. But he took the furious way to fight for a social cause, and it made him play a negative character. Akshay Kumar made his Tamil debut with the film, and the Bollywood actor delivered an impressive role.

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Director Shankar is special for delivering a strong social message through his directorial. Likewise, the profound filmmaker sent a message to fans about the disadvantages of using mobile phones and the causes made by mobile towers on the environment. '2.0' also had the director's touch by having a package of emotions, and it made the film an entertaining one.

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'2.0' prequel 'Enthiran' was a huge hit because of the film's action sequences. So, director Shankar has carried the amazing action sequences for '2.0' as well, and he made it look rich with the help of VFX. The climax action sequence between Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar was just magical.

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AR Rahman scored the music for '2.0' and the film marked the composer's tenth film with director Shankar. The successful duo delivered yet another successful film, and the film's songs have gone on to become a huge hit. AR Rahman delivered intense background music to make the science fiction action drama an intriguing one.

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