Criminal Justice Season 4 Review: Surveen Chawla Stuns in the Finale of ‘A Family Matter’
Criminal Justice Season 4: A Family Matter has officially wrapped up, and its explosive finale on July 3, 2025, left viewers stunned and emotional. From the very start, fans were hooked, rewatching previous episodes to unearth clues. But nothing prepared them for the unexpected revelation of the killer, which turned the narrative on its head. With Surveen Chawla delivering a career-best performance, and Pankaj Tripathi once again anchoring the show as the ever-reliable Madhav Mishra, this fourth installment has raised the bar for Indian courtroom dramas.
Premiered on May 29, 2025, and streaming exclusively on JioHotstar, the series unfolds over eight weekly episodes, each one sharpening the mystery while peeling back layers of its characters. With Khushboo Atre, Rajesh Khera, Mita Vashisht, Aatm Prakash Mishra, and Shweta Basu Prasad reprising their roles, the show continued its legacy of solid performances. But it’s the new additions that added richness and tension to this season’s emotional core.
Asha Negi brought intensity as nurse Roshni Saluja, the murder victim. Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, portraying Dr. Raj Nagpal, stood as the prime suspect, while Surveen Chawla, as his wife Anju Nagpal, delivered one of the most memorable performances seen in recent Indian OTT content. And Khushi Bhardwaj, as young Ira Nagpal, a child with Asperger’s syndrome, was both moving and authentic.
While each actor brought something unique, it was Surveen Chawla who blew the audience away in the final episode. Her portrayal of a mother and a wife torn apart by trauma, guilt, and secrets was nuanced, devastating, and unforgettable. Social media has been flooded with praise for her deeply expressive acting in the last 15 minutes — moments that left even Pankaj Tripathi’s admirers acknowledging she “took away this season from all stalwarts.”
True to its legacy, Criminal Justice Season 4 remained steeped in gripping courtroom drama, with Madhav Mishra once again navigating murky legal waters and emotional landmines. The storytelling was bold — twists emerged from unexpected corners, and each subplot added complexity to the overarching murder mystery.
As fans clung to theories week after week, the finale not only answered the central question but did so in a way that made everyone question what they thought they knew. The emotional climax was raw, and the mystery’s unraveling was both heartbreaking and masterfully done.
The internet is ablaze with reactions. A fan tweeted,
“Criminal Justice Season 4… 12 beje tak wait kiya last episode ka… uffff… what an end… best among all the seasons… must watch… The last few minutes were too sensitive. I am still awake, crying too.”
Another wrote:
“Criminal Justice S4 is something different. Mystery, emotion, and drama. A showcase of the relationship between Mother, Daughter, and Father in a perfect way. Kudos to all the actors and our amazing Pankaj Sir.”
Fans especially singled out Surveen’s performance:
“Hats off to the directors of this season…. what a masterpiece, those last 15 minutes turn everything to its head. #CriminalJusticeSeason4”
“What a brilliant performance @TripathiiPankaj, and an absolute thriller @JioHotstar. Will be waiting for next season.”
With compelling writing, tight direction, and a cast that fired on all cylinders, Criminal Justice Season 4: A Family Matter emerges as the franchise’s most emotionally resonant chapter yet. From Madhav Mishra’s wry wit and sharp arguments to Surveen Chawla’s emotionally explosive performance, this season nails every beat — suspense, sensitivity, and shock.
As fans already begin speculating about Season 5, one thing is clear — Criminal Justice has not only maintained its prestige but evolved into a powerful social and emotional narrative, far beyond just a legal thriller.
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