Mirage X review: Netizens say the Asif Ali-starrer is easily Jeethu Joseph's 'weakest thriller'
Many have mostly expressed their opinion that this thriller falls short of the expectations of the audience, with the majority stating that it is Jeethu's weakest film.
Last Updated: 02.51 PM, Sep 19, 2025
Jeethu Joseph's latest directorial, Mirage, has hit the big screen today (September 19). Since its release, the film, which features Asif Ali and Aparna Balamurali in the key parts, has generated a lot of anticipation among moviegoers because the director is well-known for producing some of the best thrillers in Malayalam. On the other hand, it seems to be the contrary, since many people have posted mediocre reviews of the film on social media.
Mirage X Review
Many have mostly expressed their opinion that this thriller falls short of the expectations of the audience, with the majority stating that it is Jeethu Joseph's weakest film in terms of both storyline and conclusion.
Mirage is claimed to have too many twists, leaving the audience perplexed and less affected by the final act, even if Asif Ali and Aparna Balamurali's performances received usual favourable reviews. Additionally, some have criticised the film's poor production quality, which is uncommon for this director's work.
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"Forced twists, tacky VFX & poor production sink it. Screenplay tries hard to be twisty but falls flat," wrote a user on X. Additionally, a few have stated that they currently have high hopes for Jeethu's next project, Drishyam 3. Given the positive reviews Jeethu and Asif's previous film, Kooman, garnered after its theatrical debut, there was some expectation for Mirage.
Mirage's narrative and other details
The movie was released in theatres alongside Vala, starring Dhyan Sreenivasan and Lukman Avaran, among others. Hakim Shahjahan, Hannah Reji Koshy, Sampath, and Deepak Parambol are important characters in Mirage. Aparna R Tarakad conceived the story for this thriller, while Srinivas Abrol and Jeethu Joseph wrote the screenplay.
The main character of Mirage is Abhirami, who searches for her lover Kiran, who disappeared for no reason. In their pursuit for details, she teams up with Aswin, an online investigative journalist. The core of the thriller is how a labyrinth of secrets pulls them deeper into an unresolved case that is far more complex.
FAQs
Q: Are Asif Ali & Aparna Balamurali reuniting in Jeethu Joseph's Mirage?
A: Yes, Asif Ali and Aparna Balamurali are playing the lead roles in this Malayalam thriller.
Q: What genre does Mirage fall under?
A: According to its posters, this Malayalam film is an intriguing thriller.
Q: When will Mirage release in theatres?
A: The movie hit the big screen on September 19.