Ponvannan
Sheela better known by her stage name Saranya is an Indian film actress who has predominantly appeared in Tamil language films. Saranya made her debut in a lead role in Mani Ratnam's Nayagan and went on to play lead roles in a few films during the la...
152
Total Movies
6
Languages
5.9
Avg Rating (TMDB)
N/A
Highest Grossing
Ponvannan Upcoming Movies 2026
Essential Watchlist
Ayyanar Veethi
2017
🇮🇳 Tamil
Katta Panchayathu
1996
🇺🇸 English
Ente Sreekuttikku
1993
🇮🇳 Malayalam
En Jeevan Paaduthu
1988
🇮🇳 Tamil
Sathuranga Vettai
2014
🇮🇳 Tamil
Dollar
1993
🇮🇳 Malayalam
Ennum Nanmakal
1991
🇮🇳 Malayalam
Raam
2005
🇮🇳 Tamil
Nayakan
1987
🇮🇳 Tamil
Aakasha Kottayile Sultan
1991
🇮🇳 Malayalam
Thenmerku Paruvakatru
2010
🇮🇳 Tamil
Velaiyilla Pattathari
2014
🇮🇳 Tamil
Streaming Now (OTT)
Bha. Bha. Ba.
2025
🇮🇳 Malayalam
Conjuring Kannappan
2023
🇮🇳 Tamil
Varalaru Mukkiyam
2022
🇮🇳 Tamil
Chup
2022
🇮🇳 Hindi
Viruman
2022
🇮🇳 Tamil
Etharkkum Thunindhavan
2022
🇮🇳 Tamil
MGR Magan
2021
🇮🇳 Tamil
Maha Samudram
2021
🇮🇳 Telugu
Bhoomi
2021
🇮🇳 Tamil
Nani's Gang Leader
2019
🇮🇳 Telugu
Kalavani 2
2019
🇮🇳 Tamil
NGK
2019
🇮🇳 Tamil
Complete Filmography
| Year ↓ | Movie | IMDb | Box Office | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Nagabandham | N/A | - | Upcoming |
| 2026 | Con City | N/A | - | Upcoming |
| 2025 | Bha. Bha. Ba. | ⭐ 3.8 | - | Zee5 |
| 2025 | Bun Butter Jam | ⭐ 5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2025 | Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam | ⭐ 6.4 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2024 | Brother | ⭐ 6.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2024 | Mazhai Pidikatha Manithan | ⭐ 2 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2023 | Conjuring Kannappan | ⭐ 6.167 | - | Netflix |
| 2023 | Kushi | ⭐ 5.2 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2022 | Aruva Sanda | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2022 | Varalaru Mukkiyam | ⭐ 5.3 | - | Netflix |
| 2022 | Chup | ⭐ 6.578 | - | Zee5 |
| 2022 | Viruman | ⭐ 5.5 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 2022 | Etharkkum Thunindhavan | ⭐ 5.8 | - | Netflix |
| 2022 | Saayam | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2021 | MGR Magan | ⭐ 2.7 | - | JioHotstar |
| 2021 | Maha Samudram | ⭐ 4.8 | - | Netflix |
| 2021 | Sashi | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2021 | Bhoomi | ⭐ 4.4 | - | JioHotstar |
| 2019 | Nani's Gang Leader | ⭐ 7.1 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 2019 | Kalavani 2 | ⭐ 4.4 | - | Zee5 |
| 2019 | NGK | ⭐ 4.8 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 2019 | Ispade Rajavum Idhaya Raniyum | ⭐ 5.2 | - | VI movies and tv |
| 2019 | Sathru | ⭐ 6.4 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2018 | Sharabha | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2018 | Oru Kuprasidha Payyan | ⭐ 6.8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2018 | Marainthirunthu Paarkum Marmam Enna | ⭐ 6.1 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2018 | Kolamavu Kokila | ⭐ 6.635 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2018 | Junga | ⭐ 5.861 | - | VI movies and tv |
| 2018 | Inba Twinkle Lilly | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2018 | The Villain | ⭐ 5.1 | - | Zee5 |
| 2018 | Mannar Vagaiyara | ⭐ 5.3 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2017 | Palli Paruvathile | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2017 | Magalir Mattum | ⭐ 6.8 | - | Zee5 |
| 2017 | Katha Nayagan | ⭐ 3.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2017 | Velaiyilla Pattathari 2 | ⭐ 5.7 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 2017 | Ayyanar Veethi | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2017 | Bogan | ⭐ 6.3 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2016 | Achamindri | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2016 | Kodi | ⭐ 6.223 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2016 | Kadalai | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2016 | Remo | ⭐ 5.6 | - | VI movies and tv |
| 2016 | Tamilselvanum Thaniyar Anjalum | ⭐ 5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2016 | Brahmotsavam | ⭐ 4.4 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2016 | 24 | ⭐ 7.2 | $15.0M | Theaters/TBA |
| 2016 | Bangalore Naatkal | ⭐ 5.6 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2015 | Bhooloham | ⭐ 5.9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2014 | Velaiyilla Pattathari | ⭐ 7.5 | $7.7M | Sun Nxt |
| 2014 | Sathuranga Vettai | ⭐ 8.109 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2014 | Pappali | ⭐ 3.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2014 | Amma Ammamma | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2014 | Manam | ⭐ 7.15 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2014 | Ennamo Nadakkudhu | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2014 | Naan Sigappu Manithan | ⭐ 6.2 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2014 | Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal | ⭐ 5.3 | - | Zee5 |
| 2013 | All in All Azhagu Raja | ⭐ 3.595 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2013 | Naiyaandi | ⭐ 3.1 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2013 | Thalaivaa | ⭐ 5.5 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 2013 | Kutti Puli | ⭐ 4.5 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2013 | Vatthikuchi | ⭐ 6.5 | - | VI movies and tv |
| 2013 | Kadal | ⭐ 5.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2012 | Neerparavai | ⭐ 6.2 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2012 | Chaarulatha | ⭐ 5.8 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2012 | Oru Kal Oru Kannadi | ⭐ 5.4 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2012 | Mazhaikaalam | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2011 | Sadhurangam | ⭐ 4.9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2011 | Vaagai Sooda Vaa | ⭐ 7.2 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2011 | Vaanam | ⭐ 6 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2011 | Muthukku Muthaaga | ⭐ 6.2 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2011 | Singam Puli | ⭐ 5.2 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2011 | Seedan | ⭐ 4.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2010 | Thenmerku Paruvakatru | ⭐ 7.7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2010 | Komaram Puli | ⭐ 4.7 | $2.6M | Sun Nxt |
| 2010 | Kalavani | ⭐ 6.2 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2010 | Vedam | ⭐ 7.2 | $9.0M | Sun Nxt |
| 2010 | Magane En Marumagane | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2010 | Guru Sishyan | ⭐ 3.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2010 | Bayam Ariyan | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2010 | Thambikku Indha Ooru | ⭐ 3.2 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2009 | Yogi | ⭐ 6.8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2009 | Ayan | ⭐ 7 | $18.0M | Sun Nxt |
| 2009 | Yavarum Nalam | ⭐ 6.3 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 2009 | Colors | ⭐ 3.1 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2008 | Dindigul Sarathy | ⭐ 6.2 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2008 | Thenavattu | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2008 | Ready | ⭐ 5.6 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2008 | Paandi | ⭐ 5.2 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2008 | Kuruvi | ⭐ 4.5 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 2008 | Singakutty | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2008 | Nenjathai Killadhe | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2008 | Anjathe | ⭐ 6.7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2008 | Pidichirukku | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2007 | Flash | ⭐ 3.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2007 | Puli Varudhu | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2007 | Vel | ⭐ 6.1 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 2007 | Nam Naadu | ⭐ 5 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2007 | Kireedam | ⭐ 5.8 | $0.5M | Theaters/TBA |
| 2007 | Pirappu | N/A | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2007 | Raju Bhai | ⭐ 5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2007 | Jagadam | ⭐ 5.6 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2007 | Thirumagan | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2007 | Paruthiveeran | ⭐ 6.8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2006 | Adaikalam | N/A | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2006 | Rakhi | ⭐ 5.8 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2006 | Thiruvilaiyaadal Aarambam | ⭐ 6.2 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2006 | Em Magan | ⭐ 7.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2005 | Sivakasi | ⭐ 5.5 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 2005 | Thavamai Thavamiruntu | ⭐ 6.7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2005 | Raam | ⭐ 7.944 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2004 | Meesai Madhavan | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2004 | Adhu | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2004 | Arul | ⭐ 6.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2004 | Chatrapathy | ⭐ 5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2003 | Nadhi Karaiyinile | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2003 | Alai | ⭐ 4.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2000 | Kannukkul Nilavu | ⭐ 6.6 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 1998 | Velai | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1997 | Rettai Jadai Vayasu | ⭐ 7.5 | - | Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel |
| 1996 | Katta Panchayathu | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1996 | Meendum Savithri | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1996 | Marmadesam - Vidaathu Karuppu | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1996 | Appaji | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1995 | Gandhi Pirantha Mann | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1995 | Pasumpon | ⭐ 6.333 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 1994 | Karuththamma | ⭐ 6.214 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1994 | Seevalaperi Pandi | ⭐ 7.333 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1993 | Dollar | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1993 | Amma Ponnu | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1993 | Injakkadan Mathai & Sons | ⭐ 7 | - | Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel |
| 1993 | Dasarathan | ⭐ 4 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1993 | Ente Sreekuttikku | ⭐ 10 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 1992 | Kottai Vaasal | ⭐ 1 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1992 | Government Mappillai | N/A | - | Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel |
| 1991 | Cheppukilukkana Changathi | ⭐ 6.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1991 | Aanaval Mothiram | ⭐ 7.375 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1991 | Naan Pudicha Mappillai | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1991 | Ennum Nanmakal | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1991 | Vanakkam Vathiyare | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1991 | Aakasha Kottayile Sultan | ⭐ 7.75 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1990 | Anjali | ⭐ 7.2 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1990 | Ulagam Pirandhadhu Enakkaga | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1989 | Artham | ⭐ 6.1 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1989 | Sakalakala Sammandi | ⭐ 6 | - | Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel |
| 1989 | Andru Peytha Mazhaiyil | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1988 | Melangottu Thalikattu | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1988 | Dhayam Onnu | ⭐ 6 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1988 | En Jeevan Paaduthu | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1988 | Manasukkul Mathappu | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1988 | Sigappu Thali | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1987 | Nayakan | ⭐ 7.8 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| TBA | Kallapart | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| TBA | Jeyikkira Kuthira | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
Ponvannan Career & Box Office Summary
Ponvannan is one of the most prominent figures in Indian cinema, having acted in over 152 movies across 6 languages. With a stellar average TMDB rating of 5.9/10, Ponvannan has consistently delivered critically acclaimed performances and massive box office blockbusters.
Fans eagerly anticipating new releases can look forward to 4 upcoming movies scheduled for 2026 and beyond. Additionally, 49 of their films are currently available to stream on major OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ Hotstar. Bookmark this profile page for real-time updates on Ponvannan's latest theatrical releases, OTT digital streaming dates, and box office collection reports.
Career Highlights
Awards & All-Time Records
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Biographical details are curated from authoritative sources including Wikipedia, TMDB, and official actor press releases. Filmography list aggregates global releases with Indian box office estimates and official OTT calendars.