Assi: Amid rave reviews, Taapsee Pannu admits film 'can be uncomfortable but give it a shot'

Assi starring Taapsee Pannu, has been receiving rave reviews from critics and audience, despite underperformance at the box office. Taapsee shared a video message urging everyone to watch the film.

Taapsee Pannu in Assi

With Assi, filmmaker Anubhav Sinha delivers yet another compelling courtroom drama, reuniting with Taapsee Pannu for the third time following Mulk and Thappad. Backed by strong reviews from critics and audiences alike the film’s success has prompted Taapsee to acknowledge the love, and she also urged audiences to watch the film if they have not already.

What did Taapsee Pannu say about Assi?

Taking to her Instagram account, Taapsee Pannu shared a video message and urged the audience to watch Assi. The actress said she has been closely following the reviews and reactions for Assi, receiving both glowing appreciation and messages calling the film 'uncomfortable' or hard to watch.

She said in Hindi, “So many lovely messages, so many validating reviews… and most importantly, so many people have taken this issue personally. So many beautiful articles and videos, I’ve watched them all, I’ve read them all. Maybe you’ve seen and read them too. If so many people are writing with such intensity, love, and passion… then perhaps there must be something special about it? If you feel like it’s worth finding out what kind of film has inspired people to write so deeply about it, then do watch it once. Maybe the film will speak to you as well.”

She further shared that she would love for viewers to write about the film, whether they liked it or not, and that she is eager to read their reactions. She expressed hope that audiences will find time over the coming weekend to watch Assi and added, "It can be a little uncomfortable byt it will be memorable. Perhaps we’ve now gained the confidence to say that. I hope you give it a shot. I’m looking forward to all the wonderful write-ups and videos for Assi.”

What's the story of Assi?

The film Assi (2026), directed by Anubhav Sinha, is an intense courtroom drama focusing on a lawyer fighting a powerful sexual assault case. It explores themes of social silence, gender-based issues, and legal struggles, featuring performances by Kani Kusruti and Taapsee Pannu.

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Assi FAQs:

Q: Where to watch Assi?

A: The Anubhav Sinha-directed film Assi is running at a theatre near you.

Q: Where to watch Assi online?

A: Assi will be released on ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium), expected to stream from April 17, 2026 (tentative), adhering to the standard eight-week theatrical window.

Q: Who is in the cast of Assi?

A: Assi features a stellar ensemble cast, Taapsee Pannu as the defence lawyer, Raavi, Kani Kusruti as the survivor, Parima, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub as Parima’s husband, Vinay, and Revathy as the Judge. The cast also includes Naseeruddin Shah, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, and Seema Pahwa.

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