Movie: Assi
Rating: 2.75/5
Rating: 2.75/5
Cast: Taapsee Pannu, Kani Kusruti, Satyajit Sharma, Revathi, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, Naseeruddin Shah, Supriya Pathak, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Seema Pahwa, Advik Jaiswal and others
Director: Anubhav Sinha
Produced By: Benaras Media Works
Release Date: 20-02-2026
Story:
Assi follows the life of Parima (Kani Kusruti), a school teacher who lives a peaceful life with her husband and son. One tragic night, her life is shattered when she is sexually assaulted by a group of men.
Determined to seek justice, Advocate Raavi (Taapsee Pannu) takes up Parima’s case. The rest of the film focuses on the emotional, legal, and social challenges both women face in their fight for justice.
Performances:
Taapsee Pannu and Kani Kusruti deliver powerful performances. They portray both vulnerability and strength with great conviction. Taapsee brings intensity to the courtroom scenes, while Kani Kusruti effectively expresses the trauma and pain of a survivor.
Satyajit Sharma, as the opposing lawyer, gives a strong and confident performance. Revathi is dignified and graceful as the judge. Manoj Pahwa performs well in his role. But Kumud Mishra does not leave much impact due to weak characterization. Naseeruddin Shah appears in a short role but fails to make a mark, while Supriya Pathak has a forgettable cameo. Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Seema Pahwa, and child actor Advik Jaiswal deliver satisfactory performances.
Taapsee Pannu and Kani Kusruti deliver powerful performances. They portray both vulnerability and strength with great conviction. Taapsee brings intensity to the courtroom scenes, while Kani Kusruti effectively expresses the trauma and pain of a survivor.
Satyajit Sharma, as the opposing lawyer, gives a strong and confident performance. Revathi is dignified and graceful as the judge. Manoj Pahwa performs well in his role. But Kumud Mishra does not leave much impact due to weak characterization. Naseeruddin Shah appears in a short role but fails to make a mark, while Supriya Pathak has a forgettable cameo. Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Seema Pahwa, and child actor Advik Jaiswal deliver satisfactory performances.
What Works;
Assi stays true to its theme. The film highlights the harsh reality of sexual assault cases and the alarming number of such crimes that occur daily. It raises important questions about why these incidents continue to happen and why society, the system, and even the public fail to bring meaningful change.
Several scenes stand out: the intense opening sequence, the first courtroom hearing, and the moments where Raavi explains why instant public outrage is not a real solution to crime. The courtroom sequence involving a child is especially emotional. Parima’s breakdown, where she feels she has failed as a teacher, is deeply moving. The final verdict scene also delivers a strong emotional impact.
Assi stays true to its theme. The film highlights the harsh reality of sexual assault cases and the alarming number of such crimes that occur daily. It raises important questions about why these incidents continue to happen and why society, the system, and even the public fail to bring meaningful change.
Several scenes stand out: the intense opening sequence, the first courtroom hearing, and the moments where Raavi explains why instant public outrage is not a real solution to crime. The courtroom sequence involving a child is especially emotional. Parima’s breakdown, where she feels she has failed as a teacher, is deeply moving. The final verdict scene also delivers a strong emotional impact.
What Doesn’t Work:
The way the police handle the assault case feels unrealistic and could have been portrayed more convincingly. Kumud Mishra’s character lacks depth and does not receive a proper conclusion. As the film progresses, the courtroom scenes begin to feel repetitive, slightly affecting the narrative flow. The accused and their families are not explored enough, which weakens the overall impact.
The way the police handle the assault case feels unrealistic and could have been portrayed more convincingly. Kumud Mishra’s character lacks depth and does not receive a proper conclusion. As the film progresses, the courtroom scenes begin to feel repetitive, slightly affecting the narrative flow. The accused and their families are not explored enough, which weakens the overall impact.
Assi Review and Verdict:
Assi is a courtroom drama with honest intentions and a strong social message. While the execution falls short in some areas and prevents the film from becoming truly powerful, the strong performances and hard-hitting moments make it a decent and meaningful watch.
Assi is a courtroom drama with honest intentions and a strong social message. While the execution falls short in some areas and prevents the film from becoming truly powerful, the strong performances and hard-hitting moments make it a decent and meaningful watch.
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