MobLand Set Erupts in Dramatic Explosion During Filming
The production of the hit Tom Hardy drama MobLand was rocked by a spectacular explosion as fire crews were called to the set of the Guy Ritchie-directed series. Filming for the second series of the Paramount+ show, which launched last year with ten episodes, has been underway across various locations in the United Kingdom.
Emergency Services on Standby for Stunt
Police and fire crews were summoned to a London filming location as the crew shot the final episode, which features an impressive and controlled explosion. The action-packed scene sees leading man Tom Hardy, who portrays crime fixer Harry De Souza, walking through a London warehouse armed with a shotgun before the area is engulfed in flames and smoke.
According to reports, the explosion caused a massive blaze to rip through the riverside venue, with emergency services placed on standby for the dramatic stunt at the warehouse in Newham, London. A stunned local witness described the event, stating, 'We heard this massive bang and the whole sky lit up orange. For a second we thought something had gone terribly wrong – then we realised it was a film set. It was absolutely mental.'
Cast Relations Under Scrutiny Amid Production
The incident comes amid reports of 'extremely strained' relations among the cast, particularly between Tom Hardy and Dame Helen Mirren, as they film the second series. Sources on the set of the much-watched Paramount+ show have indicated tensions are running high behind the scenes.
Despite this, Tom Hardy and director Guy Ritchie were recently spotted in high spirits, sharing a bottle of wine at the Michelin-starred Dorian Restaurant in Notting Hill, a celebrity hotspot favoured by A-listers like the Beckhams. Hardy wore a stylish leather jacket for the outing, while Ritchie looked smart in a white polo top and braces.
Series Overview and Fan Reception
The star-studded gritty series tells the story of warring crime families in London, with Tom Hardy's character, Harry Da Souza, caught in the crossfire as a street-smart fixer. The first season, which aired in April, ended on a cliffhanger with Harry being stabbed by his wife, Jan, played by Joanne Froggatt.
Season two is expected to pick up immediately after the bloodshed of the season one finale, though specific plot details remain under wraps. The gangster drama has received a respectable 78 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes and garnered positive feedback from many viewers.
Fans have taken to social media to praise the series, with one stating, 'Just watched Episode 1 of #Mobland. I love everything Guy Ritchie, having Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan & Helen Mirren in the mix is such a deal sweetener. The show has so much potential.' Another added, 'Tom Hardy in a mob series, sign me up!'
However, not all reviews have been glowing, with some critics pointing out clichéd elements. One viewer commented, '#Mobland ep 1 was not good, the cliché plot the bad accent.' Despite mixed opinions, the series continues to attract attention with its high-profile cast and dramatic production events.
MobLand series one is currently available to stream on Paramount+, with the second series eagerly anticipated by fans following the explosive developments on set.
