‘Neru’ directed by Jeethu Joseph, featuring Mohanlal in the lead role has finally hit the cinemas today, December 21. The courtroom drama is screening amidst heightened expectations, and let’s not forget the fact that the Malayalam film is also going to clash with Prabhas’ ‘Salaar’ and Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Dunki’.
‘Neru’ opened to packed theatres, and the initial reports suggest that the audience are impressed.
Microblogging website X (formerly Twitter) is filled with reviews from movie buffs. Let’s take a look at how netizens are reacting to the film.
A movie buff stated that director Jeethu Joseph has delivered yet again! Anaswara Rajan’s performance too is receiving much love. “Jeethu Joseph delivers again. The Mohanlal-Jeethu combo continues the winning streak Anaswara Rajan’s career-best,” a netizen wrote.

Another cinephile rated the film 3.5 out of 5 and wrote, “An emotional courtroom drama delivered its purpose convincingly. #AnaswaraRajan #Siddique and the climax stand out! #JeethuJoseph strikes again. Rating: 3.5/5.”

A movie viewer expressed that the film was intense and that Mohanlal delivered a fabulous performance. “Jeethu Joseph does it again! Highly emotional & intense film with a magnificent performance from #Mohanlal & a career best performance from #AnaswaraRajan#JeethuJoseph knows how to perfectly mold #Mohanlal & bring the best out of him. hats off,” the post read.

A fan referred to Mohanlal as the ‘OG Performer’ and also expressed that the superstar is back in the game! The post reads, “A brilliantly crafted emotional courtroom drama. @Mohanlal The Complete Actor is back. The OG Performer. Siddique-#Mohanlal court scenes.@AnaswaraOffl career best performance. Engaging screenplay. Thank you @jeethu4ever, sir. The tail end was superb. Winner.”

A movie buff was spellbound by the film and also expressed that the climax was exceptional. “Jeethu Joseph crafts a heart-wrenching courtroom drama with powerhouse performances from Mohanlal, Anaswara, Jagadeesh & Siddique. Prepare for suspenseful twists and a climax that will leave you speechless. Don’t miss it!” the post reads.

Another movie buff wrote, “A very strong movie that connects well with the audience! They will feel that satisfaction when coming out of the theatre! And My Man, everyone was craving for such performances from Lalettan and he delivered just that! Anaswara was perfect too! Loved #Neru.”