Monkey Man Looks Like An Indian John Wick, And I’m Here For It!

When you think of Dev Patel, you think of that little boy from Slumdog Millionaire.. But did you know that Dev he’s had a black belt since he was 16 years old? And that he’s jacked?

Get ready to see a whole new side of Dev Patel in Monkey Man, an upcoming action thriller that he directs and stars in, about one man’s quest for vengeance against the corrupt leaders who murdered his mother and continue to systemically victimize the poor and powerless.

Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage, Kid (Patel) is an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash.

After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city’s sinister elite. As his childhood trauma boils over, his mysteriously scarred hands unleash an explosive campaign of retribution to settle the score with the men who took everything from him.

Packed with thrilling and spectacular fight and chase scenes, Monkey Man sees Dev Patel go total John Wick on the bad guys, and I think it looks freaking awesome!

Monkey Man opens in theaters on April 5th.