Fans of Mohanlal who couldn’t make it to theatres this Onam have reason to celebrate. Hridayapoorvam, directed by the evergreen Sathyan Anthikad, is making its way to Jio Hotstar on September 26, 2025. The platform will premiere the film in Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, and Kannada, making it accessible to viewers across regions.

Produced by Antony Perumbavoor’s Aashirvad Cinemas, the movie originally opened in theatres on August 28 as an Onam release. With its star-power, festive timing, and Anthikad’s signature slice-of-life touch, the film struck a chord with family audiences.

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Plot, Cast and Reception

The film follows Sandeep (played by Mohanlal), a heart transplant survivor who travels to Pune to attend the engagement of his donor’s daughter. When unexpected circumstances force him to extend his stay, the trip unravels into an emotional journey about family, memory, and belonging.

Joining Mohanlal on screen are Malavika Mohanan, Sangeeth Prathap, and Sangita Madhavan Nair, among others. The ensemble brings both humour and poignancy, creating the kind of warmth that has long defined Sathyan Anthikad’s cinema.

Audiences and critics alike responded positively to the film’s mix of gentle comedy and heartfelt drama. At the same time, a few medical professionals in Kerala voiced concern over the accuracy of the transplant-related details portrayed, arguing that certain aspects did not align with medical realities. Still, Hridayapoorvam largely succeeded in delivering a feel-good narrative that resonated with its festive release window.