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2023U138 min4.8 / 10● ON STREAMING

Poovan OTT Release Date

Name: Poovan
Director: Vineeth Vasudevan
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Released: 2023-01-20
Duration: 2 h 18 min
Rating: 4.8
Cast: Antony Varghese, Rooster Sivaram, Rooster Mani, Sajin Cherukayil, Vineeth Vasudevan

Original Title: പൂവന്‍

Directed by Vineeth Vasudevan

Poovan OTT release date

Poovan is currently available for streaming on ZEE5. The Malayalam film released on OTT following its theatrical run.

Date: 20 January 2023 · Platform: ZEE5

STREAMING DOSSIER & OTT DETAILS AT A GLANCE

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Film Title	Poovan (പൂവന്‍)
Language & Industry	Malayalam Cinema (Mollywood)
Theatrical Release	20 January 2023
OTT Release Date	20 January 2023 (Now Streaming)
Official Streaming Partner	ZEE5
Available Audio & Subtitles	Malayalam (Original Audio) with English Subtitles
Director	Vineeth Vasudevan
Lead Cast	Antony Varghese, Rooster Sivaram, Rooster Mani, Sajin Cherukayil
Genre	Drama, Comedy
Runtime	138 min
CBFC Certification	U
Theatrical Holdback Rule	Standard 42-day (6-week) Kerala Film Chamber window

STREAMING PREMIERE ACTIVE

Poovan has completed its exclusive theatrical run and is now officially streaming online on ZEE5. Viewers in India and overseas can stream the film with English subtitles.

The day to day life of Hari, who suffers from sleeplessness, takes a turnaround with the arrival of a rooster next door.

ARCHIVE VERDICT & CINETEST REPORT

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CURATOR'S TAKE:

Poovan stands out for its witty conversational banter, situational satire, and relatable everyday friction. Under the direction of Vineeth Vasudevan, the narrative is distinguished by its realistic pacing and immersive sense of place. Whether you are catching it for the first time or revisiting it on digital streaming, the production exhibits the hallmark craft and honest human observation that modern Malayalam cinema is celebrated for worldwide.

CINEMATIC CONTEXT & CRAFT:

Poovan continues the proud legacy of Malayalam situational humor, relying on authentic comedic timing rather than loud slapstick caricatures.

🎯 WHO SHOULD STREAM:Viewers looking for smart, behavior-driven humor that highlights the eccentricities and warmth of Kerala social life.

🎧 AUDIO & SUBTITLE ADVICE:For the optimal viewing experience, stream with the original Malayalam audio track accompanied by English subtitles. Modern Malayalam cinema places heavy emphasis on sync-sound, regional accents, and acoustic subtlety that dubbing tracks frequently diminish.

CURATED BY MALAYALAM MOVIE HUB EDITORIAL DESKVERIFIED DIRECTORY ARCHIVE

Genres:

Drama Comedy

Streaming Arrival:2023-01-20

Top Cast & Characters

Antony Vargheseas HariRooster Sivaramas Annamma PoovanRooster Manias Poovan 2Sajin Cherukayilas BennyVineeth Vasudevanas Aaththa KannanVineeth Vishwamas Manu

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT POOVAN

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Q: What is the Poovan OTT release date?

Poovan is currently available for streaming on ZEE5. The Malayalam film released on OTT following its theatrical run.

Q: Where can I watch Poovan online legally?

Poovan is officially available for streaming on Zee5. You can watch it legally with original Malayalam audio and English subtitles.

Q: What was the theatrical premiere date and OTT holdback window for Poovan?

Poovan premiered in theaters on 20 January 2023. Malayalam cinema typically follows a 42-day theatrical holdback window before digital streaming premiere.

Q: What audio languages and subtitles are available for Poovan on OTT?

Poovan streams in its original Malayalam audio language, accompanied by English subtitles across all authorized streaming platforms.

Q: Who directed and stars in Poovan?

Poovan was directed by Vineeth Vasudevan and stars Antony Varghese, Rooster Sivaram, Rooster Mani, Sajin Cherukayil, Vineeth Vasudevan in leading roles.