New Delhi: Taapsee Pannu’s latest film, Assi, has ignited social media buzz just hours after its February 20 release. Directed by Anubhav Sinha, this courtroom drama tackles tough social issues through gripping legal battles and stellar performances.
Early Twitter reviews call it a “bold, thought-provoking social mirror” that leaves audiences unsettled yet inspired. With stars like Naseeruddin Shah and Kani Kusruti, it’s already winning hearts in multiplexes.
Assi Twitter reactions
Viewers flooded X (formerly Twitter) with praise for Assi’s raw intensity. One user urged, “Must watch the movie Assi. @anubhavsinha brilliant direction and the outstanding performances by @taapsee and Kani Kusruti will shake you to the core and force you to think about what’s happening in our society.”
Must watch the movie Assi. @anubhavsinha brilliant direction and the outstanding performances by @taapsee and Kani Kusruti will shake you to the core and force you to think about what’s happening in our society.#Assi #OutstandingPerformance #MovieReview #Review pic.twitter.com/TIWvLgRoR9
— Rakesh Shrivastava (@RakeshShriv) February 14, 2026
Another described the emotional impact: “Goosebumps… tears… silence…that’s how the theatre felt while watching Assi. #Taapsee owns this space like nobody else.”
#Assi Movie Review: 🔥🎉
ASSI is a hard-hitting courtroom drama that unsettles and stays with you, powered by a gripping premise and solid performances by #TaapseePannu and #KaniKusruti.Rating: 🌟🌟🌟1/2 @taapsee @anubhavsinha @TSeries @BenarasMedia pic.twitter.com/Pms6qZ9B38
— Afzal Rajput (@afzalraj5) February 19, 2026
Standout performances shine
Taapsee Pannu’s role drew special acclaim for its depth. A fan posted, “#Taapsee doesn’t just play strong characters, she makes you feel every ounce of their pain and power. #Assi is heavy but so worth it.”
Assi is a solid social thriller powered by excellent performance from Tapsee Pannu and the supporting cast , writing and direction from Anubhav Sinha. Overall makes you think as end credits roll. Rating 7/10. A recommend from me pic.twitter.com/vQffhpIgKk
— Suchit Seth (@SuchitSeth2) February 20, 2026
Kani Kusruti and the supporting cast, like Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Manoj Pahwa, and Kumud Mishra, also impressed. One detailed review noted, “Mohd. Zeeshan Ayub is beautifully restrained… Kumud Mishra is, as expected, excellent as he tries something new.”
Hard-hitting themes resonate
Beyond drama, Assi confronts brutality and societal flaws head-on. A viewer shared, “It is harrowing, appalling and deeply unsettling. It doesn’t sanitise brutality, it forces you to sit with it… The discomfort feels intentional, not for shock, but for confrontation.”
The film highlights everyday normalcy amid pain, like scenes between Manoj Pahwa’s character and his son. It uses stark visuals, such as a red screen every 20 minutes, to mark assault case frequency.
Box office promise
Early reactions predict steady multiplex runs. One post said, “ASSI… should stay steady in multiplexes due to a relatively clear run, provided its target audience turns up.” Another called it essential: “Raw, hard-hitting and deeply impactful, Assi is an important cinematic experience… You simply can’t miss this one.”
Assi blends legal tension with moral questions, centring Kani Kusruti’s poignant journey. Powered by top-notch acting, it promises to spark conversations long after the theatres empty.