Fresh off its release, the ‘Assi’ trailer is making waves for its unflinching portrayal of societal ills, drawing high praise from Vishal Bhardwaj, who dubbed it ‘true film journalism’ that mirrors harsh realities.
Directed by Anubhav Sinha, the film weaves a sensitive narrative around overlooked news stories and violence against women. Clocking in at 2:52, the trailer packs emotional punches through incisive dialogues and raw performances, instantly hooking viewers from Mumbai to beyond.
Bhardwaj, no stranger to gritty storytelling himself, posted on Instagram: ‘Dramatic, hard-hitting, and essential. This is film journalism showing society its face.’ Tagging Anubhav Sinha and Taapsee Pannu, his post has amplified the trailer’s reach exponentially.
Taapsee Pannu leads as an unyielding lawyer, embodying resilience amid chaos. The cast boasts talents like Revaathy, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, and Kanii Kusruti, with guest spots from Naseeruddin Shah, Supriya Pathak, and Seema Pahwa.
A T-Series and Banaras Media Works production, ‘Assi’ is helmed by producers Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, and Sinha. Hitting theaters on February 20, it arrives at a time when audiences crave content with depth.
The trailer’s success underscores a shift in Indian cinema towards accountability. By spotlighting ignored injustices, ‘Assi’ not only entertains but challenges viewers to confront uncomfortable truths, much like Bhardwaj’s own masterpieces.