Vandiyathevan, a brave and brilliant young man sets out to cross the Chola land to deliver a message from the Crown Prince Adithya Karikalan. The narrative deals with attempts by his sister Kundavai to bring back Arulmozhivarman to establish political peace in a land seemingly beset with unrest and civil war plotted by vassals and petty chieftains.
As the expections were so high, I was little bit worried about PS1. But, after watching/witnessing this epic, I was really satisfied. major pros in PS ...more
Mani Ratnam’s epic is true to the spirit of Kalki’s novel. ...more
The Indian Express
8/10
Ponniyin Selvan - Part 1
Mani Ratnam’s largely faithful and brilliant adaptation has no dull moments. ...more
The Times of India
7/10
Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1
Mani Ratnam finally brings the dream of many Tamil filmmakers alive with this spectacular adaptation that superbly captures the intrigue, thrills and ...more