# Ponniyin Selvan: Part II (2023) — Celluloid fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/movies/ponniyin-selvan-part-ii-2023/
Last reviewed: 2026-07-23

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 75% |
| Critic Score | 77% |
| Audience Score | 80% |
| Metascore | 69/100 |
| Letterboxd | 3.6/5 |
| IMDb | 7.7/10 |
| Director | Mani Ratnam |
| Genres | Action, Adventure, History, Drama |
| Runtime | 164 min |

## Quick answer

Ponniyin Selvan: Part II (2023) earns a 75% Celluloid Score — Recommended. The conclusion of Ratnam’s Chola saga pays off palace intrigue with sweeping battles and emotional clarity. Metascore 69/100. Directed by Mani Ratnam.

## Critics consensus

The conclusion of Ratnam’s Chola saga pays off palace intrigue with sweeping battles and emotional clarity.

## Synopsis

968 AD. The Pandyan assassins gather once again to destroy the Chola dynasty. Now the mighty Chola princes must fight the Pandyas, the Rashtrakutas and other Chola enemies who have joined forces. Also, at play are the rumours of Ponniyin Selvan’s death at sea, the powerful Pazhuvettarayar’s betrayal, and the tragic destiny of Aditha Karikalan, whose heart was long lost to the vengeful Nandini.

## Cast

Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Ravi Mohan, Karthi, Trisha Krishnan, Prakash Raj, R. Sarathkumar, R. Parthiban, Jayaram, Vikram Prabhu

## Where to watch

Global: Prime Video
the United States: Prime Video
the United Kingdom: Prime Video
Indonesia: Prime Video
India: Prime Video

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Common questions

**Is Ponniyin Selvan: Part II worth watching?**
Ponniyin Selvan: Part II holds a 75% Celluloid Score. The conclusion of Ratnam’s Chola saga pays off palace intrigue with sweeping battles and emotional clarity.

**What is Ponniyin Selvan: Part II about?**
968 AD. The Pandyan assassins gather once again to destroy the Chola dynasty. Now the mighty Chola princes must fight the Pandyas, the Rashtrakutas and other Chola enemies who have joined forces. Also, at play are the rumours of Ponniyin Selvan’s death at sea, the powerful Pazhuvettarayar’s betrayal, and the tragic destiny of Aditha Karikalan, whose heart was long lost to the vengeful Nandini.

**Who directed Ponniyin Selvan: Part II?**
Ponniyin Selvan: Part II (2023) was directed by Mani Ratnam.

**What is the Celluloid Score of Ponniyin Selvan: Part II?**
75% — the average of five public sources: critics 77%, audience 80%, Metascore 69/100, Letterboxd 3.6/5, and IMDb 7.7/10.

**Where can I watch Ponniyin Selvan: Part II?**
Ponniyin Selvan: Part II is streaming on Prime Video; on Prime Video in the United States; on Prime Video in the United Kingdom; on Prime Video in Indonesia; on Prime Video in India. Availability varies by region.

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