Two men, identified as Gattu Rambabu and Kommu Sai, died on the spot after the motorbike crashed into a roadside railing on the Greenfield National Highway.
After creating intrigue with its stark first announcement, Anubhav Sinha’s ASSI has now unveiled its motion poster, making the film’s intent clear and impossible to ignore. Led by Taapsee Pannu, the film features a powerful ensemble cast including Kani Kusruti, Revathy, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra and Zeeshan Ayyub with special appearances by Naseeruddin Shah, Supriya Pathak and Seema Bhargava. From the very start, the campaign has stayed away from spectacle or comfort, choosing instead to confront audiences with an unsettling reality.
We forget. We forgive. But not this time.
80. Per day. Every day.#Assi – An urgent watch, only in cinemas from 20th Feb.@taapsee @anubhavsinha @_gauravsolanki #BhushanKumar #KrishanKumar @kani_kusruti #Revathy #manojpahwa #KumudMishra @Mdzeeshanayyub @naseeruddnshah… pic.twitter.com/YdchWeOKwC— T-Series (@TSeries) January 23, 2026
The promotions began with minimal yet chilling text posters. Lines like “Eighty. Per Day. Every Day.” immediately sparked discomfort and conversation, followed by a poster that featured only the title and its release date, February 20, 2026. What truly stood out was the decision to highlight the writer as the highest paid member of the team, a rare move that underlined the film’s focus on truth, writing and accountability.
With the release of the motion poster, ASSI removes all ambiguity about its direction. The film presents itself as a gripping investigative drama rooted in the courtroom. Rather than offering easy conclusions, it raises unsettling questions about guilt, responsibility and silence, pushing viewers to reflect on whether not knowing is genuine or simply a choice.
Backed by T-Series and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar and Anubhav Sinha under Benaras Mediaworks, the film marks Sinha’s return to socially driven storytelling. Set for a worldwide theatrical release on February 20, 2026, ASSI does not just ask to be watched. It demands to be confronted.
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Ace fashion designer Vikram Phadnis is gearing up to direct an untitled drama. He took to social media to share a post from the filming, which also features Malaika Arora’s son Arhaan Khan. In the monochrome click, Arhaan is seen sitting beside Vikram, who is in the director’s chair. What has intrigued fans is the caption of the post, as they are currently speculating about the star kid’s Bollywood debut.
Choreographer Bosco Martis also commented, “Someone’s getting very savvy.” Interestingly, the movie also stars Saiyami Kher. She gave fans a behind-the-scenes peek from Day 16 of the shoot by sharing a photo on her Instagram story. The frame featured Arhaan along with other crew members, offering a glimpse into the on-set vibe.
While he hasn’t made his onscreen debut yet, Arhaan Khan hosts a podcast titled Dumb Biryani. It is a six-episode limited YouTube series that premiered in 2024. He co-hosts it with his friends Dev Raiyani and Arush Verma. The show spotlights unfiltered chats with celebrity guests, including a special episode featuring his uncle, Salman Khan.
In another interview with Instant Bollywood in 2024, Arbaaz shared that Arhaan would need about one to two years of training before he’s ready to make his on-screen debut. He also expressed confidence that Arhaan will enter the industry as an actor.
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