The Protector 2 (2013)
The Protector 2 (2013)Directed by: Prachya Pinkaew
Starring: Tony Jaa, RZA, Petchtai Wongkamlao, JeeJa Yanin
Genre: Action / Martial Arts / Crime
Runtime: 104 minutes
OverviewThe Protector 2 sees Tony Jaa return as Kham, the fierce elephant-protecting warrior with a devastating elbow and knee arsenal. When his beloved elephant Khon is stolen once again, Kham is pulled into a deadly conspiracy involving an international arms dealer (played by RZA) and a web of underground fighters.
Set against the neon-lit backstreets of Bangkok, this sequel ups the ante with high-flying Muay Thai, motorcycle combat, and explosive action — but loses some of the grounded grit of the original.
What Worked
Tony Jaa’s jaw-dropping Muay Thai remains brutal and breathtaking Inventive fight sequences with wires, fire, and parkour-style stunts The motorcycle chase fight is a standout set piece JeeJa Yanin adds flair as a formidable female fighter Unique blend of traditional martial arts with modern action tropes
Fan Reactions
“Tony Jaa still hits like a truck — even in midair!” “The action’s crazy, but the CGI and plot? Not so much.” “Fun if you come for the fights and turn your brain off.” “Wish it had the heart and realism of the first one.”
Final VerdictThe Protector 2 is a mixed martial arts bag. While it doesn’t quite reach the emotional intensity or raw physicality of its predecessor, it still delivers Tony Jaa doing what he does best: flying knees, elbows, and no-holds-barred showdowns. Flawed but fun for martial arts fans.
Rating: 
6.0/10 — Action-packed but over-stylized. Come for the fights, stay for the flying elbows.
6.0/10 — Action-packed but over-stylized. Come for the fights, stay for the flying elbows.
