Nivin Pauly to make web series debut in Disney+ Hotstar’s ‘Pharma’

Directed by PR Arun, and produced by Krishnan Sethukumar, ‘Pharma’starring Nivin Pauly is touted to be based on true events

Published - October 18, 2023 12:26 pm IST

Nivin Pauly

Nivin Pauly | Photo Credit: L Srinivasan

Disney+ Hotstar has announced its second Malayalam web series after Kerala Crime Files. The new web series, featuring Nivin Paulty, is titled Pharma. This will be Nivin’s first-ever long web series and his inaugural collaboration with Disney+ Hotstar.

Rajit Kapur, a celebrated name in Bollywood, will also be part of the project, marking his return to Malayalam entertainment after a decade .Directed by PR Arun, the man behind the feature film Finals, the series promises a potent mix of drama and depth. It’s produced by Krishnan Sethukumar, who previously bankrolled Unda, Ivide, and James And Alice.

Abhinandan Ramanujam has been roped in as the cinematography while Jakes Bejoy will compose music for the series. Sreejith Sarang is the editor. The series is also slated to feature some surprise cast members.

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Nivin, in a recent statement, said, “Really excited to be a part of Pharma and with the universe it creates. I think it’s a story that must be told and shared.” Rajit Kapur said, “Excited to join Pharma, marking 25 years since my role in Agnisakshi. Director PR Arun said, “Inspired by hundreds of true stories, Pharma is a story close to my life and heart.”

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