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Ponman social media review: Basil Joseph’s Malayalam movie wins over audiences once again

Basil Joseph’s performance has also received significant commendation, solidifying his reputation as a talented actor. Beyond the performances, the film’s technical aspects, including cinematography, editing, and sound design, have also garnered positive feedback.

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The Malayalam film Ponman, a promising adaptation of G.R. Indugopan’s novel Nalanchu Cheruppakar, premiered in theatres on Thursday, January 30, generating significant buzz among moviegoers and critics alike. The film marks the directorial debut of veteran production designer Jothish Shankar, who masterfully brings Indugopan’s compelling narrative to the screen. The screenplay, a collaborative effort between Indugopan and Justin Mathew, seamlessly blends the novel’s essence with a contemporary cinematic flair.

Leading the cast is the versatile Basil Joseph, who takes on a pivotal role, showcasing his acting prowess beyond his acclaimed directorial ventures. His performance is complemented by a strong ensemble cast including Sajin Gopu, Lijomol Jose, Deepak Parambol, Anand Manmadhan, Rajesh Sharma, and Jaya Kurup, each contributing to the film’s rich tapestry of characters and relationships.

Ponman represents a significant return to acting for Basil Joseph, who has previously garnered attention for his directorial work, including the critically acclaimed superhero film Minnal Murali (2021). His recent acting credits include roles in Sookshmadarshini (available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar), alongside Nazriya Nazim, and Pravinkoodu Shappu, featuring Soubin Shahir and Chemban Vinod. This diverse range of roles highlights Joseph’s commitment to exploring varied characters and pushing the boundaries of his craft.

The film’s release has been met with enthusiastic reception on social media. Audiences are particularly praising the faithfulness of the adaptation to the source material, hailing it as one of the best cinematic interpretations of G.R. Indugopan’s work to date. Basil Joseph’s performance has also received significant commendation, solidifying his reputation as a talented actor. Beyond the performances, the film’s technical aspects, including cinematography, editing, and sound design, have also garnered positive feedback.

One of the users said, “Ponman is an amazing movie with a solid script. A sure shot winner. Basil Joseph, what are you up to? What a wonderful performance @basiljoseph25 Sajin Gopu and Lijo Mol also delivered fine performances. The story and treatment of the movie is the key.”

Another said, “The best film adaptation of GR Indugopan novels so far. Last thirty minutes were terrific. Undoubtedly Basil Joseph’s career best performance is in this film. Jyothish shankar’s debut, Loved it terribly.”

Meanwhile one said, “A gripping drama movie with good performance from Basil Joseph…thin storyline with slow-paced screenplay .. partly engaging.. Last 30 mins were good enough.. Cast did their part well.. felt screenplay is flat and slightly underwhelming in most places but last 30 mins were good enough .. ending conversation between lijomol and basil Joseph. Overall a very okayish movie.”

Beyond Ponman, Basil Joseph’s future projects hold considerable anticipation. Rumours of a collaboration with renowned actor Suriya on a new film, potentially backed by Mammootty Kampany, have ignited significant excitement among fans. While this collaboration remains unconfirmed, it speaks to Joseph’s growing influence and potential within the Malayalam and broader Indian film industries. The success of Ponman undoubtedly strengthens his position as both a highly sought-after actor and a promising director.

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Dhurandhar 2 bags massive OTT deal, likely to stream on JioHotstar after IPL 2026

Dhurandhar 2 lands a Rs 155 crore OTT deal with JioHotstar and may release after IPL 2026.

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The upcoming Bollywood film Dhurandhar 2 has reportedly secured a significant OTT deal, underlining its strong market buzz ahead of release. According to media reports, the film’s digital streaming rights have been acquired by JioHotstar for approximately Rs 155 crore.

The makers are expected to follow a strategic release plan, with the film likely to premiere on the platform after the conclusion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season. JioHotstar also holds digital streaming rights for the tournament, and the post-IPL window is seen as an effort to retain audience engagement.

Reports suggest that the film could arrive on OTT in late May or early June 2026, depending on its theatrical release schedule and run. However, there is no official confirmation yet regarding the exact streaming date.

Industry observers note that the reported deal highlights the growing demand for big-ticket Hindi films among streaming platforms, especially those expected to draw strong audience interest.

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Ramayana teaser unveiled as Ranbir Kapoor appears as Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s epic film

The teaser of Ramayana has been released, showing Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama. The film will release in two parts in 2026 and 2027.

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The teaser of Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming film Ramayana has been released, offering the first glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor in the role of Lord Rama. The film, which is planned as a two-part cinematic project, is scheduled for a Diwali release later this year.

The teaser shows several key moments, including scenes from the coronation and the exile period in the forest of Panchavati. Ranbir Kapoor appears in the role of Rama with a calm and composed presence. The teaser also briefly shows Yash in the role of Ravan towards the end.

Ahead of the teaser launch, Alia Bhatt shared a video message on social media asking audiences to support the project and Ranbir Kapoor’s work on the film. In the video, she said the “Rama unit” video would be released and encouraged audiences to watch and support the film.

Budget and scale

Producer Namit Malhotra said the film has been in development for six to seven years and is being made on a large scale. According to him, the total budget for both parts is around $500 million, which is over Rs 4,000 crore combined.

He said the film is being made for a global audience and aims to present the epic on a large cinematic scale while remaining efficient in production.

Music collaboration

The film’s music is being composed through a collaboration between AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer. Rahman said working on a project based on such an iconic epic is challenging, as the team wants to present something new while respecting the importance of the story.

Release plan and cast

The film will be released in two parts. The first part is scheduled for a worldwide release in October 2026 ahead of Diwali, while the second part is planned for release during Diwali 2027.

Apart from Ranbir Kapoor, the film also stars Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol, Ravi Dubey and Yash in important roles.

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Dhurandhar 2 box office collection day 7 crosses Rs 600 crore in India

Dhurandhar 2 continues its strong box office run, crossing Rs 600 crore in India and Rs 1000 crore worldwide within its first week.

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Ranveer Singh’s film Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has crossed the Rs 600 crore mark at the India box office within seven days of its release, according to trade estimates. The film has maintained a strong run in both mass centres and urban markets during its first week.

As per trade figures, the film’s India net box office collection stands at around Rs 623 crore after seven days, while the gross domestic collection is estimated to be over Rs 740 crore. The film has also performed strongly in overseas markets, taking its international collection to more than Rs 250 crore. With this, the worldwide box office total has crossed Rs 1,000 crore within the first week of release, as per trade estimates.

Day-wise performance in India

The film opened strongly on March 19 with box office collections of over Rs 100 crore. The film continued to perform well over the next few days, collecting around Rs 80 crore on Day 2 and over Rs 110 crore on Day 3. Collections remained strong over the weekend, followed by an expected drop on weekdays. By Day 7, the film collected around Rs 47 crore, taking the total India net collection past Rs 600 crore.

Overseas performance and comparison

The film has also reported strong performance in overseas markets, particularly in the UK and other key international territories. With the worldwide collection crossing Rs 1,000 crore in the first week, the film is being compared to the fast global box office pace seen by Pushpa 2: The Rule in terms of early box office momentum, according to trade observers.

About the film

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is the sequel to the 2025 film Dhurandhar. The sequel features Ranveer Singh along with Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan and Sanjay Dutt in key roles.

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