Ponthan Mada (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1994, Ponthan Mada is a drama film directed by T. V. Chandran, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in 1940s,Ponthan Mada movie is about the irrational bonding of the low-caste Ponthan Mada with his colonial landlord Sheema Thampuran, who was expelled to British India from England during his youth for supporting the Irish Republican Army. Crossing the class boundaries, the two communicate through Thampuran's window, with Mada hanging from a palm tree.
Who’s in it. Ponthan Mada stars Mammootty as Mada, Naseeruddin Shah as Seema Thampuran, Laboni Sarkar and V K Sreeraman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Ponthan Mada has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ponthan Mada page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ponthan Mada tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ponthan Mada (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ponthan Mada change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ponthan Mada worth watching?
- Ponthan Mada holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ponthan Mada?
- Ponthan Mada stars Mammootty, Naseeruddin Shah, Laboni Sarkar, V K Sreeraman and Janardhanan.
- When was Ponthan Mada released?
- Ponthan Mada was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.