Mohanlal’s Hridayapoorvam: Why you should not miss Malavika Mohanan’s movie this Onam 2025

Key Points

• Hridayapoorvam, starring Mohanlal, releases in theatres on August 28, 2025
• Directed by Sathyan Anthikad, Hridayapoorvam is one of the most-awaited films in theatres this Onam 2025
• From a touching tale to the terrific cast, we list the reasons as to why you should watch Hridayapoorvam in theatres

After two hits of Empuraan and Thudarum this year, Mohanlal returns to theatres with the more heartwarming story of Hridayapoorvam. Helmed by the veteran director Sathyan Anthikad, Hridayapoorvam promises a light-hearted family drama which will also touch your hearts. From the terrific cast led by Mohanlal to the tale, here are the reason as to why you should not miss this movie, which also features Malavika Mohanan, in theatres this Onam 2025.

Why you must watch Hridayapoorvam in theatres

Sathyan Anthikad film

A heart-warming tale

This Sathyan Anthikad-Mohanlal film narrates the tale of a middle-aged Sandeep who underwent a heart transplant. The film follows him as he visits Pune to meet his donor's family but attend his daughter’s engagement. However, a series of events forces Sandeep to stay back. Director's son Akhil Sathyan has penned the story, while Sonu TP is credited for the screenplay. With the veteran in director’s chair and a story by a new-age filmmaker, we are sure to get a film worth watching during Onam. Hridayapoorvam promises a touching story with oodles of laughter, much like Sathyan Anthikad’s popular films.

Also read: Hridayapoorvam: Did Mohanlal just drop major hint about Sathyan Anthikad directorial? 

Mohanlal-Sangeeth Prathap collaboration

People are curious to see the iconic star’s onscreen chemistry with Sangeeth Prathap, who is best known for playing Amal Davis in Premalu. Interestingly, the Hridayapoorvam teaser showed Mohanlal catching Sangeeth Prathap by his shirt. This particular scene gave way to numerous reels, comparing it to the Hridayam scene where Sangeeth roughed up Pranav Mohanlal (Mohanlal’s son).

Mohanlal collaborating with Sathyan Anthikad after 10 years

Mohanlal once again joins hands with Sathyan Anthikad, with whom he has delivered some of the all-time popular hits in Malayalam such as Nadodikkattu. Mohanlal was a part of Sathyan Anthikad’s very first film Kurukkante Kalyanam, way back in 1982. They are joining hands 10 years after Ennum Eppozhum which released in 2015 and also had Manju Warrier in a lead role.

Surprise additions to the cast

When the Hridayapoorvam censor certificate surfaced online, viewers were in for a pleasant surprise as it featured the names of actor-filmmaker Basil Joseph and actress Meera Jasmine. None of the glimpses shared thus far featured these two actors, nor did other cast or crew members mention them in their interviews. This has definitely sparked a buzz among viewers. While Meera Jasmine will be seen in a cameo, Basil will be playing a more key role.

Malavika Mohanan, other senior actors

Malavika Mohanan appears as the female lead in Hridayapoorvam, which has a host of other senior actors such as Siddique, Lalu Alex, and Janardhanan. Sathyan Anthikad films generally boast of an ensemble cast, giving due space to senior actors as well. Sangita Madhavan Nair, who is best known for her role in Chinthavishtayaya Shyamala, also appears in a key role.

FAQs

Q. What is the story of Hridayapoorvam?

A. Hridayapoorvam revolves around a middle-aged man named Sandeep, who recently underwent a heart transplant surgery. He heads to Pune to meet the family of his donor, and attend the daughter's engagement. 

Q. What is the new project of Sathyan Anthikad?

A. The new project of Sathyan Anthikad is Hridayapoorvam, which stars Mohanlal in the lead role. It releases in theatres on August 28, 2025

Is Premalu Malayalam movie?

A. Yes, Premalu is a Malayalam movie, starring Naslen, Mamitha Baiju and Sangeeth Prathap. You can watch Premalu on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium