Puthan Panam

Following the sudden demonetization of currency in India, several people in Kerala struggle to protect their illegal cash holdings. The story follows Nithyananda Shenoy, a financier based in Kasaragod, and a group of disadvantaged individuals in Kochi as they navigate the resulting chaos. The plot centers on the dramatic conflicts that arise while these characters attempt to secure their financial futures.

The action crime thriller was written and directed by Ranjith, appearing as the third film in a chronological sequence of his directorial work that includes Kerala Cafe and Kadal Kadannu Oru Maathukutty. Produced by Arun Narayan, Abraham Mathew, and Ranjith through 3 Color Cinema, the movie features a credited cast of 41 actors. Mammootty stars in the lead role as Nithyananda Shenoy, appearing alongside Swaraj Gramika, Mamukkoya, Siddique, Baiju Santhosh, and Hareesh Perumanna.

Released in 2017 with a runtime of 147 minutes, the film earned 1 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception was mixed, as reflected in the ratings. The film holds a 5.4/10 score on IMDb based on 1,600 votes and a 5.6/10 rating on TMDB from 11 votes.