On January 30, 2025, Ponman, a dark comedy film in Malayalam, was released in theatres. G.R. Indugopan’s novel Naalanchu Cheruppakar served as the inspiration for the film. In addition to its remarkable box office receipts, it was well praised by critics and viewers alike when it was first released. Ponman is now prepared for its OTT debut.
Ponman’s digital release will allow it to reach audiences once more. Jio Hotstar Malayalam will start streaming the Malayalam film on March 14, 2025. Ponman’s primary plot centres on PP Ajesh, a jewellery sales representative who owns a distinctive company. He gives the bride’s family gold jewellery in exchange for all of the money and presents they get during the wedding festivities.
When Ajesh lends 25 sovereigns of gold to a family and only gets half of it back, his otherwise successful business reaches a significant snag. The adventure that follows is dramatic and captivating as Ajesh frantically tries to retrieve his treasure. He faces a number of political and socioeconomic obstacles in his frantic search for the bride’s family, which further complicates his task.
Actors Basil Joseph, Sajin Gopu, Lijomol Jose, Deepak Parambol, Sandhya Rajendran, Rajesh Sharma, Aanand Manmadhan, Midhun Venugopal, and others are part of Ponman’s main cast. Vinayaka Ajith is the producer and Jothish Shankar is the director of Ponman. Ajith Vinayaka Films is the company that finances it.