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Hridayapoorvam

Hridayapoorvam is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language romantic comedy-drama film directed by Sathyan Anthikad and written by Sonu T.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Hridayapoorvam is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language romantic comedy-drama film directed by Sathyan Anthikad and written by Sonu T. P. from a story by Akhil Sathyan. The film stars Mohanlal, Malavika Mohanan, Sangita Madhavan Nair, and Sangeeth Prathap. It was released worldwide in theatres on 28 August 2025.

Plot

The film follows Sandeep, a heart-transplant survivor who attends the engagement of his donor’s daughter, Haritha. An unexpected stay in Pune brings him closer to the family and reshapes his outlook on life.

Cast

The principal cast features Mohanlal, Malavika Mohanan, Sangita Madhavan Nair, and Sangeeth Prathap, with supporting roles by Siddique, Lalu Alex, Janardhanan, Baburaj, Nishan, and Sabitha Anand.

Production and release

Hridayapoorvam was directed by Sathyan Anthikad and produced by Antony Perumbavoor under Aashirvad Cinemas. It was released in theatres worldwide on 28 August 2025.

Reception

The film opened to mixed reviews from critics. Coverage highlighted its emotional themes and familiar Sathyan Anthikad style, while some reviews were more critical of its execution.

Key facts

  • The film is an Indian Malayalam-language romantic comedy-drama released in 2025.
  • It was directed by Sathyan Anthikad and produced by Antony Perumbavoor for Aashirvad Cinemas.
  • Mohanlal plays Sandeep, a heart-transplant survivor who becomes connected to his donor’s family.
  • The film was released worldwide in theatres on 28 August 2025 and received mixed reviews from critics.
  • Its story centers on grief, second chances, and changing family bonds.

Frequently asked questions

What is Hridayapoorvam?
Hridayapoorvam is a 2025 Malayalam-language romantic comedy-drama film directed by Sathyan Anthikad.
Who stars in Hridayapoorvam?
The film stars Mohanlal, Malavika Mohanan, Sangita Madhavan Nair, and Sangeeth Prathap.
What is Hridayapoorvam about?
It follows a heart-transplant survivor who visits his donor’s family and develops unexpected bonds during an extended stay in Pune.
When was Hridayapoorvam released?
It was released in theatres worldwide on 28 August 2025.
Who directed Hridayapoorvam?
The film was directed by Sathyan Anthikad.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hridayapoorvam
    Supports: Basic film details including language, genre, director, cast, release date, and reception.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt30818546/
    Supports: Plot synopsis, director, writers, release date, and country of origin.
  3. BookMyShow — https://in.bookmyshow.com/movies/ahd/hridayapoorvam/ET00459237
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  4. The Indian Express — https://www.indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/hridayapoorvam-movie-review-sathyan-anthikad-mohanlal-deliver-a-confusing-movie-10214999/
    Supports: Cast, story setup, and critical reception.