The massive stone temples and palace interiors designed by Thota Tharani are rich with texture.
Upon its release, Ponniyin Selvan: 1 received largely positive reviews from critics. They commended the film for being a grand, visually spectacular adaptation that stays true to the spirit of the novel. Praise was directed at Mani Ratnam's assured direction, the powerhouse performances of the ensemble cast, and the film's ability to be both an engaging, personal character drama and an epic of grand scale. The movie was hailed as a love letter to Tamil history and literature, successfully translating a beloved literary classic to the screen for a new generation. ponniyin selvan 1 2022 tamil true webdl 720 top
| Character | Actor/Actress | | :--- | :--- | | Aditha Karikalan | Vikram | | Nandini | Aishwarya Rai Bachchan | | Arunmozhi Varman (Ponniyin Selvan) | Jayam Ravi | | Vallavaraiyan Vandiyadevan | Karthi | | Kundavai | Trisha Krishnan | The massive stone temples and palace interiors designed