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The Cholas Are Coming

Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (2022)

September 30, 20222h 47mTA
7.1

93 votes

Overview

The Chola kingdom is under threat from forces both internal and external, and with crown prince Aaditha Karikalan, his younger brother Arunmozhi Varman and the emperor, Sundara Cholar separated by situations, it is up to a messenger to ensure the safety of the kingdom. Can he succeed in his mission, especially with Karikalan's former girlfriend, Nandhini, plotting to bring down the entire Chola empire?

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Status

Released

Original Language

Tamil

Budget

$29.5M

Revenue

$59.0M

Production Companies

Lyca ProductionsMadras TalkiesReflection Pictures Studio

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