Suzhal - The Vortex S2 - Ponman | Lal | Kathir | Aishwarya Rajesh | Basil Joseph | Lijo Mol Jose

Suzhal: The Vortex is an Indian Tamil-language crime thriller television series created by Pushkar–Gayathri for Amazon Prime Video. Directed by Bramma G across both seasons, with Anucharan Murugaiyan helming the first season and Sarjun KM directing the second, the show is produced by Wallwatcher Films. Starring Kathir and Aishwarya Rajesh, the series features music by Sam C.S., cinematography by Mukeswaran (first season) and Abraham Joseph (second season), and editing by Richard Kevin, with Arun Venjaramoodu as the production designer for both seasons. The first season, comprising eight episodes, premiered on 17 June 2022, while the second season, also with eight episodes, was released on 28 February 2025. The latest season follows Sakkarai as he is drawn into investigating the mysterious death of Chellappa, a respected lawyer and activist known for his unwavering defense of Nandini. Set against the vibrant Ashtakaali Festival in the town of Kaalipattanam, the investigation gradually uncovers deep-seated secrets and long-buried tensions, casting an ominous shadow over the present and complicating the quest for justice. *Ponman* (transl. Gold Man*) is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language dark comedy thriller directed by Jothish Shankar. Featuring an ensemble cast including Basil Joseph, Sajin Gopu, Lijomol Jose, Anand Manmadhan, and Deepak Parambol, the film is an adaptation of GR Indugopan’s novel *Naalanchu Cheruppakar*. Released on 30 January 2025, *Ponman garnered widespread critical acclaim from both audiences and critics. Set primarily in Kollam, the film was shot across various locations, including Munrothuruth, Thanni, Chinnakada, Kundara, and Thekkumbhagam, capturing the region’s unique visual and cultural essence. #suzhal2 #ponman