Nivin Pauly set for OTT debut with Disney+ Hotstar series ‘Pharma’

Popular Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly will make his OTT debut with the upcoming Disney+ Hotstar series "Pharma", the streaming service announced.

Mumbai: Popular Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly will make his OTT debut with the upcoming Disney+ Hotstar series “Pharma”, the streaming service announced on Wednesday.

The show comes from PR Arun, the director of films “Finals” and “Rampunthanavaruthi”. It is produced by Movie Mill.

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“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,” Pauly, known for movies such as “Kayamkulam Kochunni”, “Bangalore Days” and “Premam”, said in a statement.

PR Arun said, “Inspired by hundreds of true stories, ‘Pharma’ is a story close to my life and heart.” “Pharma” also stars popular Hindi cinema actor Rajit Kapur in a pivotal role. He is making his return to Malayalam industry after a decade.

“Excited to join ‘Pharma’, marking 25 years since my role in ‘Agnisakshi’. Eager to work with P R Arun and Kerala’s talented team. Trusting the well-prepared producers and their thorough research,” Kapur said.

The team of “Pharma” also include Abhinandan Ramanujam as cinematographer, Jakes Bejoy as the music director and Sreejith Sarang as the editor.