Ponni (TV series)

Ponni is a 2023 Indian Tamil-language drama television series starring Sabari Nathan, Vaishnavi Sundar, Supergood Kannan and Reehana B and director by Manoj Kumar. The story is about a young woman named Ponni who is compelled to wed Shakthi. It describes how Sakthivel will accept her as a wife despite the fact that she has also faced challenges and sufferings.

Ponni
Genre	Family Drama
Written by	Sridharan K.A. Vijayan R. Ashwini Vijayan Dialogue Sivaram Kumar Santham George
Screenplay by	Vijayan Rajesh (1-165) Priya Thambi (episodes 166-present)
Directed by	Manoj Kumar Neeravi Pandian (present)
Starring	Vaishnavi Sundar Sabari Nathan Shamitha Shreekumar/Sindhujaa Vijii/Reehana B Supergood Kannan
Theme music composer	Ilayavannan
Opening theme	Ponniyn Thirumurga by Sai Vignesh and Surmukhi Raman
Country of origin	India
Original language	Tamil
No. of seasons	1
No. of episodes	400+
Production
Producer	Sivakanth
Editor	Tamil Selvan
Camera setup	Multi-camera
Running time	approx.20-22 minutes per episode
Production company	Kanaa Productions
Original release
Network	Star Vijay
Release	27 March 2023 (2023-03-27) – present

It premiered on Star Vijay on 27 March 2023 and is also available on the digital platform Disney+ Hotstar.

Synopsis

The narrative intricately weaves around Ponni and her father, unraveling the heartfelt story of a young girl who, out of profound love and concern for her ailing father, meticulously orchestrates her own marriage. Ponni's life, marked by the early loss of her mother, positions her as the central figure in the initial chapter, where she resides with her father in the face of impending societal expectations.

Concurrently, the tale introduces Sakthi and his family, distinguished in their town for their devotion to Murugan and their enchanting chants on significant occasions. Ponni and Sakthi, childhood friends, grapple with societal pressures that attempt to dictate Ponni's marital fate. Fiercely determined, Ponni assumes the guise of a maid to infiltrate Sakthi's household, where a tapestry of complex relationships and romantic entanglements begins to unfold.

Sakthi, entangled in love affairs with Preethi and Vennila, reaches a pivotal decision to embark on matrimony. However, complications ensue, leading to Preethi's departure from the mahal due to her father's adherence to the dowry system. Vennila, too, departs upon Sakthi's revelation that he is not in love with her. Ponni, coerced into an unconventional marriage, confronts the challenges with resilience, solidifying her bond with Sakthi against the odds.

Chandrasekar, Sakthi's discerning father, becomes aware of Ponni's true predicament, embracing her as a daughter. The family grapples with societal judgments, as Ponni's unique background elicits misconceptions about her literacy and demeanor.

Enter Shivani, a grateful soul indebted to Ponni for her unwavering support in achieving success. Shivani, with unwavering determination, becomes an instrumental force in fostering the chemistry between Ponni and Sakthi. Despite Sakthi's apparent lack of regard, Shivani strategically navigates familial dynamics, creating a sense of belonging for Ponni within the intricate tapestry of relationships.

The narrative reaches a poignant crescendo during the wedding chain celebration, where Sakthi's preoccupied thoughts manifest in the rejection of Shivani. Simultaneously, Jeyalakshmi, tasked with conducting rituals alone due to Ponni's father's illness, grapples with the challenges that ensue. The narrative's core lies in the triumphant journey of Ponni's marriage, overcoming societal trials and earning the hard-fought approval of Jeyalakshmi, marking the series with a compelling and emotionally charged essence.

Cast

Main

• Vaishnavi Sundar as Ponni (2023-present).
• Sabari Nathan as Sakthivel "Sakthi" (2023-present).

Recurring

• Shamitha Shreekumar (2023)/ Sindhujaa Vijii (2023-Jun.2024)/ Reehana B (Jul.2024-present) as Jayalakshmi "Jaya"
• Supergood Kannan as Chandrasekar
• Varun Udhai as Sundaram (Antagonist)
• Karthik Sasidharan as Shanmugam
• Sridevi Ashok as Usha (Antagonist)
• Yuvanraj Nethran as Moorthy (Antagonist)
• Shiyara Sharmi (2023)/ Jayashri Jue (2023-Aug.2024)/ Kadhanayagi Pavithra (Oct.2024-present) as Vennila (Main Antagonist)
• Tharshika (2023-Oct.2024)/ Sanjana (Oct.2024-present) as Preethi (Antagonist)
• Azhagu as Muthaiah
• Jayashree Binuraj as Vijaya (Antagonist)
• Sethu Subbu as Vaithiyalingam (Antagonist)
• Baby Vedhasya as Shivani
• Janane Prabhu as Bhavani
• Sasindhar Pushpalingam as Victor (Antagonist)
• VJ Mohammed Azharuddin as Karthik
• Praveen Devasagayam (Antagonist)
• Babitha Jose as Usha's mother

Special appearances

• Vetri Vasanth as Muthu (2024).
• Gomathi Priya as Meena, (2024).
• Meera Krishna as Ponni's mother (photographic appearance) (2024).
• Mohan Vaidya as Thuyanathan (2024).

Production

Casting

Vaishu Sundar was cast as Ponni by making this her first lead role. Initially, Sameer Ahamathu was chosen to play male leads but he declined, as he got an offer to act in Modhalum Kaadhalum. Later, Sabari Nathan plays the male lead alongside her. Shamitha Shreekumar was selected to portray the role of Jayalakshmi (Sakthivel's mother) who played an Main role, but in November 2023 she quit the serie, and it was replaced by Actress Sindhu. It also marks Shamitha Shreekumar, who was last seen in Mouna Raagam season 1 on the same channel, was cast after a lengthy absence. However In 2 July 2024, Sindhu was replaced by Reehana who was cast to play the role of Jayalakshmi.

In October 2023, Shiyara Sharmi was replaced by Jayashri Jue who was cast to play the role of Vennila. In 26 January 2024, actor Vetri Vasanth was cast as special Appearances. In June 2024, singer and actor Mohan Vaidya was cast as Thuyanathan in special Appearances. In same month, anchor Azhar was cast as Karthik.

Release

It began airing on Star Vijay starting 27 March 2023, replacing Namma Veetu Ponnu.

External links

• Ponni at Disney+ Hotstar
• Ponni at IMDb