Newton starring Rajkummar Rao, set to open on Friday, September 22, has received overwhelming reviews from audience across the globe.
Newton sees Rajkummar play the central character of Newton-- a government clerk and a man of principles. The movie revolves around Newton, who is assigned the task of conducting elections in the conflict-ridden areas of Chhattisgarh, where the fear of Naxalite attack is high.
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Audiences have showered praises to Rajkummar and his brilliant performance and a few even claimed it to be the movie of the year.
The film has already won International awards – 67th Berlin International Film Festival, Hong Kong International Film Festival and CICAE Award for Best Film in the Forum Section. It has been nominated in several other film festivals as well.
The National Award-winning actor had earlier told Bombay Times: "Shooting for Newton has been one of the most enlightening experiences in my career. I'm going to cherish it for life. I am proud and honoured to be a part of this film."
Helmed by Amit V Masurkar, Newton also features Pankaj Tripathi, Anjai Patil, Raghubir Yadav and Sanjay Mishra in pivotal roles and is clashing with Haseena Parkar and Bhoomi at the domestic box office.
A special screening of Newton was held ahead of the movie's theatrical release. Check out some viewers' verdicts shared on Twitter. Here are the live updates of Newton review by the audience:
Kamal Daiya @kamaldaiya66
#Newton Review
~ Performance 5*
~ Direction 4.5*
~ Story Presence 4.5*
~ Concept nd Screenplay 4.5*
@RajkummarRao is Superior. @aanandlrai ✌
Sabyasachi D Maven @imsabmaverick81
Another watchful performance 4m such a versatile actor @RajkummarRao. Loved #NewtonKumar in #Newton. Great watching.
Prachi @prachi_eco
#newton @RajkummarRao dat characteristic eye blinking, perfect portrayal of a middle class man & relentless commitment 2 d role ❤ wow
RíĶíղ @MumbaiEnjoy
@ErosNow #Newton #Review one Of The finest Movie I Saw ,Story , Acting All Superb @RajkummarRao at His Best @DrishyamFilms 4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐Stars Movie
Sandy Rajput @Kamalkdaiya66
Watched #Newton
It is No doubt best Cinema of 2017
@RajkummarRao is unmatchable
@TripathiiPankaj is brilliant
Nd Hats off @aanandlrai
4.5/5*
Shalini Vaz @watdehel
#Newton is a must watch !
@RajkummarRao is a school of acting in himself. Naturally gifted artist.
Kudos to team #Newton
Eye opener !
Alankrita @alankrita601
Loved #Newton by #AmitMasurkar. So layered and so funny❤ And what a delight to watch the most brilliant actor of our times @RajkummarRao
jinit shah @jinxshah248
#Newton watched newton what a brilliant performance by @RajkummarRao a gem of a film.. theseare the bollywood need now
Mohit Jain @the_mohitjain
#newton is such an awesome movie @RajkummarRao was brilliant, such a great actor he is
, waiting for his bose's role.
Shreyansh Vasishtha @Satirical_Shree
@RajkummarRao Sir thanks for the movie like #Newton, simply great one planning to go again and again. And yes your acting skills are at par
Rahul RJ @TheRahulRJ
#OneWordReview: #Newton (4.5/5) a fantastic film so far where @RajkummarRao shows his best acting ever after #Trapped it is best film 1/2
Rahul RJ @TheRahulRJ
Watched #Newton in terms of entertainment value film takes on a complete unremarkable subject where @RajkummarRao shows brilliant act
Shakespeare @shakespeaere
Sir @RajkummarRao love ur #Newton Movie 4/5 . Great performance. Happy Navratri sir. Check this video
I Like It Bro @ILikeItBro
#Newton Review
Rating: 4.5 stars
Funny, relevant and deeply gratifying, Newton is a veritable modern classic
Don't miss it. @RajkummarRao
