Jyothika’s Ponmagal Vandhal opens to decent response!

Jyothika starrer ‘Ponmagal Vandhal’ got released on Amazon Prime last night. The film has opened to pretty decent response in social medias. Majority opinion is that the film is an emotional courtroom drama that lacks the depth. Many have lauded the sensitivity with which the issue of child abuse is dealt with. Jyothika’s performance has also been largely appreciated.

‘Ponmagal Vandhal’ is the first mainstream Tamil film to release directly on an OTT platform.The film had triggered a controversy when reports first emerged that the makers were trying for direct OTT release. Since Suriya is the film’s producer, theatre owners in Tamil Nadu had called to boycott any film involving actor Suriya or his home production banner 2D Entertainment. Later the issue was resolved amicably.

‘Ponmagal Vandhal’ is directed by debutant JJ Fredrick. Jyothika is playing the role of an advocate for the first time in her career. The supporting cast also includes veteran actors R Parthiben, K Bhagyaraj, Prathap Pothen, Pandiaraj and Thyagarajan. Govind Vasantha has composed the music and cinematography is by Ramji.