Basil Joseph has once again demonstrated his versatility as an actor in his recent Malayalam film, Ponman, which features Saj in Gopu and Lijomol Jose. The film tells the story of PP Ajish, an underdog, and skillfully intertwines elements of drama and thriller. Ponman is scheduled to premiere on JioHotstar on March 14, 2025. With its compelling narrative and outstanding performances, here are the reasons why Ponman, starring Basil Joseph, deserves a spot on your watchlist this week.

Why watch Ponman on JioHotstar

Ponman’s engrossing plot

Basil Joseph's Ponman is adapted from GR Indugopan's acclaimed novel Naalanchu Cheruppakar. Directed by Jothish Shankar, who transitioned from art direction to filmmaking, Ponman features a robust narrative and impressive performances. The film follows the struggles of PP Ajesh, who provides gold jewelry for a bride, expecting its return post-wedding. However, when the bride's husband, Mariyano, refuses to return the gold, Ajesh finds himself in a desperate situation to reclaim it. This scenario unfolds a relatable yet captivating story of an ordinary man striving for the survival of himself and his family. Amidst the production of gripping thrillers in Malayalam cinema, such as Rekhachithram, Ponman distinguishes itself by effectively blending thriller elements with dramatic sequences, ensuring an engaging viewing experience.

Basil Joseph’s stellar performance

Basil Joseph, known for his captivating portrayal of Joymon in Jan-e-Man, seamlessly transitions into the role of Ajesh, a character who must confront the formidable Mariyano to reclaim his rightful possessions. Basil skillfully captures Ajesh's internal struggles, all while maintaining a facade of resilience. Following his performance as the mild-mannered yet shrewd Manuel in Sookshmadarshini, Basil adeptly shifts his approach to infuse this narrative of underdogs with vitality.

Sajin Gopu, Lijomol Jose and rest of Ponman cast

Sajin Gopu, who quickly won the audience's admiration for his role as Amban in Fahadh Faasil’s action-comedy Aavesham, takes on the formidable character of Mariyano, opposite Basil’s Ajesh. Meanwhile, Lijomol delivers a captivating performance as Steffi, Mariyano’s wife, whose wedding serves as the spark for the ensuing chaos. The lead cast is effectively complemented by the performances of Anand Manmadhan, Deepak Parambol, Sandhya Rajendran, and Jaya Kurup.

Ponman will release on JioHotstar on March 14, 2025.

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