Ponniyin Selvan: I
30 Sep 2022 | Action, Drama | 2hr 50min74%
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Critic Consensus
Featuring stunning visuals and commendable performances, this film captivates with its visual spectacle, although hindered by a slow-paced narrative-
Movie Info
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Synopsis
Vandiyathevan delivers a vital message from Crown Prince Aditha Karikalan across the Chola land, while Kundavai works towards political peace amidst plotting vassals and chieftains.
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Genre
Action, Drama -
Cast
Vikram, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Jayam Ravi, Karthi, Trisha Krishnan
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Director
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Producer
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Run Time
2h 50min -
Release Date
30/09/2022 -
Original Language
Tamil -
Available Language
Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Telugu
CRITICS REVIEWS FOR PONNIYIN SELVAN: I
A visual spectacle with the trademark Mani Ratnam flair
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
Deccan Herald
Ponniyin Selvan part: 1 has a good storyline but it is dull and does not have the needed high moments
01 October 2022 Rating: 2.5/5 Read Full Article
123 Telugu
Mani Ratnam film is a visual spectacle that is a little less magical than the book
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
First Post
Certified Critic
Mani Ratnam Brings Out The Divinity In Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Yet Again But Rest Everything Is Just Too Scattered
30 September 2022 Rating: 2.5/5 Read Full Article
Koimoi
Watch the film for its visual grandeur, epic action sequences, and some sublime acting by the entire cast
17 October 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
Filmfare
Mani Ratnam Finally Brings His Dream Alive with a Spectacular Adaptation
30 September 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
News18
Mani Ratnam film is a visual spectacle that is a little less magical than the book
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
First Post
Certified Critic
Powerful Content – Sluggish Narrative
30 September 2022 Rating: 2.5/5 Read Full Article
Gulte
Certified Critic
Watch this dream come true for Mani Ratnam and cinema on the largest screen possible
30 September 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
Rediff
Certified Critic
Mani Ratnam’s film, starring Aishwarya, Vikram, creates intrigue but leaves much to be desired
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
Zoom TV
Certified Critic
Mani Ratnam\'s adaptation of Kalki\'s Ponniyin Selvan is spectacular
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
Times of India
Certified Critic
Exhilarating And Enriching, With Impressive Performances By Vikram And Cast
01 October 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
NDTV
Certified Critic
Mani Ratnam\'s epic adaptation is family friendly GOT
12 October 2022 Rating: 3/5 Read Full Article
India Today
Certified Critic
This cinematic spectacle shines bright and satisfies all types of audiences
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
Indiaglitz
Certified Critic
A visual spectacle with the trademark Mani Ratnam flair
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
Deccan Herald
Mani Ratnam film is a visual spectacle that is a little less magical than the book
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
First Post
Certified Critic
Watch the film for its visual grandeur, epic action sequences, and some sublime acting by the entire cast
17 October 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
Filmfare
Mani Ratnam Finally Brings His Dream Alive with a Spectacular Adaptation
30 September 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
News18
Ponniyin Selvan has grandeur written on each frame, signed by Mani Ratnam the master craftsman
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.25/5 Read Full Article
Behind woods
Mani Ratnam Finally Brings His Dream Alive with a Spectacular Adaptation
30 September 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
News18
Engaging Big Scale Epic Minus The Drama
30 September 2022 Rating: 3/5 Read Full Article
Movie Crow
Watch this dream come true for Mani Ratnam and cinema on the largest screen possible
30 September 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
Rediff
Certified Critic
An Aesthetic Depiction Of The Literary Masterpiece
30 September 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
Filmibeat
This Mani Ratnam epic drama has riveting plot turns
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
Pinkvilla
Mani Ratnam’s magnum opus brings Kalki’s novel to life
01 October 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
Free Press Journal
Mani Ratnam’s epic is true to the spirit of Kalki’s novel
30 September 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
The News Minute
Mani Ratnam comes up with a period drama worth watching on the big screen
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.75/5 Read Full Article
Only Kollywood
Mani Ratnam’s Extravagant Vision Explodes On Screen
30 September 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
Filmy Shilmy
Mani Ratnam\'s dream project is a compelling saga; Karthi\'s Vanthiyathevan steals the show
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
OTT Play
Another testament to the greatness of Mani Ratnam
01 October 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
The South First
Mani Ratnam’s film, starring Aishwarya, Vikram, creates intrigue but leaves much to be desired
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
Zoom TV
Certified Critic
Good story, weak visuals
30 September 2022 Rating: 3/5 Read Full Article
Ragalahari
Mani Ratnam\'s adaptation of Kalki\'s Ponniyin Selvan is spectacular
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
Times of India
Certified Critic
Mani Ratnam’s largely faithful and brilliant adaptation has no dull moments
01 October 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
Indian Express
Exhilarating And Enriching, With Impressive Performances By Vikram And Cast
01 October 2022 Rating: 4/5 Read Full Article
NDTV
Certified Critic
Mani Ratnam\'s epic adaptation is family friendly GOT
12 October 2022 Rating: 3/5 Read Full Article
India Today
Certified Critic
This cinematic spectacle shines bright and satisfies all types of audiences
30 September 2022 Rating: 3.5/5 Read Full Article
Indiaglitz
Certified Critic
Ponniyin Selvan part: 1 has a good storyline but it is dull and does not have the needed high moments
01 October 2022 Rating: 2.5/5 Read Full Article
123telugu
Mani Ratnam Brings Out The Divinity In Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Yet Again But Rest Everything Is Just Too Scattered
30 September 2022 Rating: 2.5/5 Read Full Article
Koimoi
Powerful Content – Sluggish Narrative
30 September 2022 Rating: 2.5/5 Read Full Article
Gulte
Certified Critic
Requires Patience
30 September 2022 Rating: 2.5/5 Read Full Article
Mirchi9
Ponniyin Selvan turns out to be the Saga of Cholas
30 September 2022 Rating: 2.5/5 Read Full Article
Cine Josh
Not so appealing
01 October 2022 Rating: 2.25/5 Read Full Article
Telugu Bulletin
Mani Ratnam’s Magnum Opus Deserves To Be PS – Passed & Skipped
30 September 2022 Rating: 2/5 Read Full Article
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