The Hero Becomes the Suspect

A decorated bomb disposal officer once saved countless lives. Now, he’s accused of planting the very explosives he used to defuse. Shock Wave 2 (2020) takes loyalty, memory, and identity and throws them into a ticking time bomb of suspense.

The Plot

Poon Shing-Fung (Andy Lau), a top officer in Hong Kong’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal Bureau, loses a leg during a mission gone wrong. After leaving the force, he struggles to rebuild his life — until a devastating terrorist bombing leaves him unconscious at the scene.

When he wakes up with partial amnesia, the evidence points to him as the prime suspect. Was he framed? Was he turned? Or has his fractured memory betrayed him? With his former colleagues hunting him and time running out, Poon must uncover the truth — before the next explosion goes off.

Why It’s More Than Just Another Action Thriller

Identity under fire – A rare mix of explosive set pieces and a psychological battle over memory and guilt.
Andy Lau at his peak – Legendary star Lau delivers vulnerability and intensity in equal measure.
High-stakes spectacle – The film doesn’t just feature bomb defusal scenes; it stages massive, city-shaking sequences that rival Hollywood.
Trust and betrayal – Every ally might be an enemy, every memory a lie.

Interesting Facts
- Although titled Shock Wave 2, it’s not a direct sequel — Andy Lau plays a completely different character from the first film.
- The production used large-scale practical explosions, combining real stunts with CGI for maximum impact.
- Released during the pandemic, it became one of Hong Kong’s biggest box office successes of 2020.
Guess What;

Shock Wave 2 (2020) isn’t just about bombs — it’s about the bomb ticking inside a man’s mind. With explosive action layered over a story of identity and betrayal, it’s a high-voltage thriller that keeps you guessing until the last wire is cut.

Because sometimes, the deadliest countdown…
is the one inside your own head.