'Newton' an eye opener: Amitabh Bachchan

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan says the latest release 'Newton' was an eye opener and a treat to watch.

Amitabh on Friday lauded the film on Twitter and expressed that 'Newton' shows reality.

'Saw the film 'Newton'... its stark reality was a treat to watch ! An eye opener on many aspects!' he tweeted.

Starring National Award-winning actor Rajkummar Rao, 'Newton' revolves around a young government clerk who is sent on election duty to a Maoist-controlled town and how the ideological struggle puts him in an awkward situation.

Rajukummar replied to Amitabh by saying: 'Thank you so much sir. We all are so grateful for your love & support. Keep inspiring us with ur amazing performances. Charan Sparsh.

Directed by Amit Masurkar, 'Newton' released on Friday.

Rajkummar will soon be seen in other projects like 'Love Sonia', '5Weddings', 'Ittefaq: It Happened One Night' and 'Fanney Khan'.

Amitabh, 74, who is currently hosting season nine of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati', has two films in his kitty -- 'Thugs Of Hindostan' and '102 Not Out'.

-IANS