Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu always surprises her fans with the different topics of her films. Now recently Taapsee is seen in another film, this film is ‘Asi’. The actress is playing the role of Raavi in this film. Who is a fearless lawyer and is fighting for justice against sexual violence. This courtroom drama film, directed by Anubhav Sinha, has been released in theaters today i.e. on 20 February 2026. Taapsee’s character in the film drives the entire story, from tense moral conflicts to tough legal battles, it is an impressive performance from her throughout.
Are you also thinking of watching this film? If you have not made up your mind yet and are just thinking, then first find out in 5 points why you should watch this film? After this decide and go watch the movie.
1. For Taapsee’s acting
This is not the first time that Taapsee Pannu has been seen in a courtroom drama. Even before this, she has shown the intense struggle of the courtroom, sometimes by becoming a victim and sometimes by becoming an accused. Taapsee’s acting is tremendous in this film too. Taapsee’s character stands very fearlessly and strongly throughout the film, which gives a new twist to this film and makes it great.
2. Pairing of Anubhav Sinha and Taapsee
This is not the first time that Taapsee Pannu and Anubhav Sinha are seen together. In fact, even before this, their pairing has been much liked on the big screen. Earlier both had come together for films like ‘Mulk’ and ‘Thappad’. Both these films were also courtroom dramas. Taapsee’s acting and Anubhav’s story and the way it is shown, when both of them come together, they do wonders.
3. Powerful and true story
The story of the film is related to an issue of community which we ignore every day. Incidents like rape and eve teasing have increased so much that people have mostly started ignoring them. But we cannot deny that the more these incidents are ignored, the more they increase. Taapsee is showing a true and powerful story through this film which everyone should watch at least once.
4. Introspection, not entertainment
The film ‘Asi’ has not been made for any entertainment. There is truth in this film which can change everyone’s viewing perspective. Taapsee Pannu is doing balanced acting in the character of ‘Raavi’. This is a story that will remain in the mind even after the film is over. After watching this story, you will not be able to get out of its dilemma so easily. In such a situation, this film reveals more introspection and the truth of society than entertainment.
5. No Melodrama Film
Unlike any melodrama, this film explains the entire story to you in a very concise manner. Every character has left a mark in itself. Every character will be true and seriousness will be felt in every incident. People who understand the technicalities of direction will be able to understand every camera angle very well. This film does not make anyone a hero, rather its center is its story.
assi review
ABP Live gave the film Assi 4.5 stars out of five and wrote, ‘Anubhav Sinha’s direction is amazing, the way he has shown raw camera angles, it increases the impact of this film manifold. He did not make anyone a hero. Scenes were given to each character as per his need. Made the story the hero and only an amazing filmmaker can do this. Overall, this is a very important film, which should be watched with everyone under any circumstances.
