'My Lord' Twitter review: Raju Murugan’s socio-political drama impresses, Sasikumar and Chaithra Achar win praise

This week, a new court drama hit theatres and has been trending on social media platforms. The film ‘My Lord’, featuring M. Sasikumar and Chaithra J Achar, opened in theatres on February 13, 2026. This court drama, scripted and directed by Raju Murugan, deals with a risky socio-political subject matter. Soon after the first day’s early morning shows, viewers began sharing their thoughts on X (previously Twitter), giving the film its first round of public reactions.

Strong theme of 'My Lord' wins praise

Many early viewers describe ‘My Lord’ as a slow-burning socio-political drama presented in Raju Murugan’s signature style. Several tweets praised the director for returning to his strong zone, especially in handling political and system-based issues. The story of an ordinary citizen declared dead on paper who is forced to battle the system has resonated well with viewers. Some users stated that the film stimulates questions regarding the bureaucratic system and the medical mafia, adding gravity to the film. However, some viewers found the movie slow.

Stand-out performances from the lead stars in 'My Lord'

On the acting side, Sasikumar’s performance as Muthu Sirpy has been praised, with most describing his portrayal as genuine. Nevertheless, many Twitter users rated Chaithra J Achar's performance as fantastic as it brings depth to the film. The supporting cast comprising of Guru Somasundaram, Asha Sharath, Jayaprakash, etc. has been praised for performing their parts well. The dialogues and background music also received commendable ratings, although a few felt the music was just average.

Early reactions hint at wider discussion ahead

At its core, ‘My Lord’ revolves around a man wrongly declared dead as part of an organ-related conspiracy, leading to a legal battle that exposes system flaws. While the first half garnered favorable feedback on Twitter (now X), opinions on its pacing varied. Social media is now looking forward to the second half. Currently, Twitter trends reveal a section of the audience’s initial reaction to the movie preview. Over the weekend, general trends regarding its box office earnings and viewer ratings will be released.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”