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{{Infobox film
| name = Justice for Jeni
| image =
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| director = Santhosh Ryan
| writer = Santhosh Ryan
| producer = Syed Thameen
| cinematography = Veeramani
| editing = Sandeep Nandhakumar
| music = Goutham Vincent
| studio = Asna Creations
| released = {{Film date|2026|01|02|df=y}}
| runtime = 112 minutes
| country = India
| language = Tamil
| budget = ₹4 crore (estimated)
| gross = ₹0.45 crore (opening day estimate)
}}

'''Justice for Jeni''' is a 2026 Indian Tamil-language drama thriller film written and directed by '''Santhosh Ryan''' and produced by '''Syed Thameen''' under the banner Asna Creations.<ref>{{cite web |title=Justice for Jeni Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movie-details/justice-for-jeni/movieshow/126251237.cms |website=The Times of India |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref> The film stars Ashika Asokan and Sandhra Anil in the lead roles, alongside Hareesh Peradi, Nizhalgal Ravi, Rekha, Sinan, Aishwarya KS and Bittu Thomas Mappillassery in supporting roles.<ref>{{cite web |title=Justice For Jeni short preview |url=https://www.hindutamil.in/news/cinema/tamil-cinema/short-preview-of-justice-for-jeni |website=Hindu Tamil Thisai |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref>

Inspired by a real-life criminal case, the film follows a medical student's pursuit of justice following the murder of her close friend.<ref>{{cite web |title=Upcoming Tamil movie Justice for Jeni audio and trailer release event |url=https://tamil.abplive.com/entertainment/upcoming-tamil-movie-justice-for-jeni-audio-and-trailer-release-event-242775 |website=ABP Nadu |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=குற்றவாளி ஜெயிலில் இருக்க, அவரை வைத்து எடுக்கப்பட்ட 'ஜஸ்டிஸ் ஃபார் ஜெனி' |url=https://minnambalam.com/justice-for-jeni-movie-audio-launch-event/ |website=Minnambalam |language=ta |date=10 December 2025 |access-date=1 July 2026}}</ref> It was released theatrically on 2 January 2026.<ref>{{cite web |title=Justice for Jeni Tamil OTT release date and where to watch |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/new-tamil-telugu-malayalam-kannada-movies-and-series-this-week-dec-29-jan-4-latest-south-indian-ott-theatrical-releases-/justice-for-jeni-tamil-ott-release-date-where-to-watch/slideshow/126230323.cms |website=The Economic Times |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref>

== Plot ==

Jeni and Priyanka are close friends pursuing medical studies. Their lives are shattered when Jeni becomes the victim of a violent crime. Determined to seek justice for her friend, Priyanka joins the investigation and pursues legal action against those responsible. As the case progresses from police investigation to courtroom proceedings, she confronts institutional challenges while uncovering the circumstances surrounding Jeni's death.

== Cast ==

* Ashika Asokan as Priyanka
* Sandhra Anil as Jeni
* Hareesh Peradi
* Nizhalgal Ravi
* Rekha
* Sinan
* Aishwarya KS as a police officer
* Bittu Thomas Mappillassery

== Production ==

The film was written and directed by Santhosh Ryan and produced by Syed Thameen under the banner Asna Creations.<ref>{{cite web |title=Justice For Jeni short preview |url=https://www.hindutamil.in/news/cinema/tamil-cinema/short-preview-of-justice-for-jeni |website=Hindu Tamil Thisai |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref> [[Masood TP]] and Saravanan served as executive producers.<ref>{{cite web |title=Upcoming Tamil movie Justice for Jeni audio and trailer release event |url=https://tamil.abplive.com/entertainment/upcoming-tamil-movie-justice-for-jeni-audio-and-trailer-release-event-242775 |website=ABP Nadu |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref> It was inspired by a real criminal case involving the murder of a medical student and its subsequent legal proceedings.<ref>{{cite web |title=Upcoming Tamil movie Justice for Jeni audio and trailer release event |url=https://tamil.abplive.com/entertainment/upcoming-tamil-movie-justice-for-jeni-audio-and-trailer-release-event-242775 |website=ABP Nadu |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=குற்றவாளி ஜெயிலில் இருக்க, அவரை வைத்து எடுக்கப்பட்ட 'ஜஸ்டிஸ் ஃபார் ஜெனி' |url=https://minnambalam.com/justice-for-jeni-movie-audio-launch-event/ |website=Minnambalam |language=ta |date=10 December 2025 |access-date=1 July 2026}}</ref>

The film combines elements of an investigative thriller and courtroom drama, focusing on the investigation and judicial proceedings arising from the case.<ref>{{cite web |title=Justice For Jeni short preview |url=https://www.hindutamil.in/news/cinema/tamil-cinema/short-preview-of-justice-for-jeni |website=Hindu Tamil Thisai |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref> Principal photography was completed in Tamil Nadu. Cinematography was handled by Veeramani, while editing was carried out by Sandeep Nandhakumar.<ref>{{cite web |title=Justice for Jeni Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movie-details/justice-for-jeni/movieshow/126251237.cms |website=The Times of India |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref>

== Music ==

The film's soundtrack and background score were composed by Goutham Vincent.<ref>{{cite web |title=Watch: Justice for Jeni team interview |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/videos/2026/Jan/07/watch-justice-for-jeni-team-interview-santhosh-ryan-ashika-asokan-aishwarya |website=Cinema Express |date=7 January 2026 |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref> Promotional singles released ahead of the film's theatrical release included ''"Kanavugalum Ninaivugalil"'' and ''"En Thozhiye"''.<ref>{{cite web |title=Justice For Jeni short preview |url=https://www.hindutamil.in/news/cinema/tamil-cinema/short-preview-of-justice-for-jeni |website=Hindu Tamil Thisai |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref>

The soundtrack formed part of the film's promotional campaign, with songs and promotional videos released before the theatrical premiere.<ref>{{cite web |title=Justice For Jeni Official Trailer |url=https://kalakkalcinema.com/justice-for-jeni-official-trailer/ |website=Kalakkal Cinema |access-date=1 July 2026}}</ref>

== Release ==

The audio launch and trailer release event was held in Chennai ahead of the film's theatrical release and was attended by members of the cast and crew, along with personalities from the Tamil film industry.<ref>{{cite web |title=Upcoming Tamil movie Justice for Jeni audio and trailer release event |url=https://tamil.abplive.com/entertainment/upcoming-tamil-movie-justice-for-jeni-audio-and-trailer-release-event-242775 |website=ABP Nadu |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=குற்றவாளி ஜெயிலில் இருக்க, அவரை வைத்து எடுக்கப்பட்ட 'ஜஸ்டிஸ் ஃபார் ஜெனி' |url=https://minnambalam.com/justice-for-jeni-movie-audio-launch-event/ |website=Minnambalam |language=ta |date=10 December 2025 |access-date=1 July 2026}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title='ஜஸ்டிஸ் ஃபார் ஜெனி' இசை மற்றும் டிரைலர் வெளியீடு |url=https://nammatamilcinema.in/justice-for-jeni-audio-launch/ |website=Namma Tamil Cinema |language=ta |access-date=1 July 2026}}</ref>

The official trailer was released in December 2025 through digital platforms ahead of the theatrical release.<ref>{{cite web |title=Justice for Jeni - Official Trailer |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/regional/tamil/justice-for-jeni-official-trailer/videoshow/126250826.cms |website=The Times of India |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Justice For Jeni Official Trailer |url=https://kalakkalcinema.com/justice-for-jeni-official-trailer/ |website=Kalakkal Cinema |access-date=1 July 2026}}</ref>

The film was released theatrically on 2 January 2026. Prior to its release, it received an '''A''' (Adults Only) certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification.<ref>{{cite web |title=Justice for Jeni Tamil OTT release date and where to watch |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/new-tamil-telugu-malayalam-kannada-movies-and-series-this-week-dec-29-jan-4-latest-south-indian-ott-theatrical-releases-/justice-for-jeni-tamil-ott-release-date-where-to-watch/slideshow/126230323.cms |website=The Economic Times |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=CBFC Certification Details |url=https://cbfcindia.gov.in/cbfcAdmin/search-result.php?recid=Q0EwMzE4MDcyMDI1MDAwODA= |website=Central Board of Film Certification |access-date=19 June 2026}}</ref>

== Reception ==

''Maalai Malar'' gave the film a positive review, praising the performances, courtroom sequences and socially relevant subject. The review also commended Santhosh Ryan's direction for presenting the story in an engaging manner while highlighting Veeramani's cinematography and Goutham Vincent's background score as strengths of the film.<ref>{{cite news|title=ஜஸ்டிஸ் ஃபார் ஜெனி - திரைவிமர்சனம்|url=https://www.maalaimalar.com/cinema/cinemanews/justice-for-jeni-movie-review-804730|work=Maalai Malar|language=ta|date=9 January 2026|access-date=1 July 2026}}</ref>

ABP Nadu highlighted the attention received by actress Aishwarya KS for her portrayal of a police officer following the film's release, noting that the role increased her visibility among Tamil cinema audiences.<ref>{{cite web |title=Actress Aishwarya K S gains fans' attention through Justice for Jeni movie |url=https://tamil.abplive.com/entertainment/actress-aishwarya-k-s-gains-fans-attention-through-justice-for-jeni-movie-245991 |website=ABP Nadu |access-date=1 July 2026}}</ref>

== Box office ==

According to ''Media Hindustan'', the film was produced on an estimated budget of ₹4 crore. The publication estimated that the film collected approximately ₹0.45 crore at the domestic box office on its opening day.<ref>{{cite web|title=Justice For Jeni Tamil Film Box Office Collection Day 1, Hit or Flop?|url=https://mediahindustan.com/justice-for-jeni-tamil-film-box-office-collection-day-1-hit-or-flop/|website=Media Hindustan|access-date=1 July 2026}}</ref>

== References ==
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== External links ==

* {{IMDb title|tt39195777}}
[[Category:Category:2026 films]]
[[Category:Category:2026 drama thriller films]]
[[Category:Category:2020s Indian films]]
[[Category:Category:2020s Tamil-language films]]
[[Category:Category:Indian drama thriller films]]
[[Category:Category:Tamil-language drama thriller films]]
[[Category:Category:Indian courtroom films]]
[[Category:Category:Films about murder]]
[[Category:Category:Films about violence against women]]
[[Category:Category:Films based on actual events]]
[[Category:Category:Films set in Tamil Nadu]]
[[Category:Category:Films shot in Tamil Nadu]]
[[Category:Category:Films directed by Santhosh Ryan]]

Justice For Jeni - Revision history

Moviemover916 at 09:21, 4 July 2026