Ponniyin Selvan: Part II (2023)
Ponniyin Selvan: Part II is streaming in India on Amazon Prime Video.
The verdict
Ponniyin Selvan: Part II is an average Tamil film; it passes the time without demanding more of you. It's sitting at 6.2/10 on TMDB across 63 ratings, which puts it around the middle of the pack. Budget a full evening — it runs a hefty 164 minutes. In India you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video.
Should you spend 2h 44m on it?
2h 44m of Tamil action with an adventure streak, fine for the whole family. A little over the usual, so start it earlier than you think.
Don't watch this if…
- you want a number you can lean on. This one is still settling
- you've only got a couple of hours. It needs 2h 44m
- you're after something harder. It's rated U
- Why
- At 6.2/10 from 63 ratings, audiences are split; the genre fit matters more than the score here.
- Skip if
- you'd rather the plot moved on people than on set pieces
- Best for
- An evening with the household together
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 44m — long |
| Watch with family? | U · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Action / Adventure |
| Language | Tamil |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Mani Ratnam
Cast
Where to watch in India
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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