MUMBAI: Malayalam star Nivin Pauly is set to headline Pharma, his first streaming series, which will soon premiere on JioHotstar. Inspired by true events, the medical drama charts the turbulent life of K. P. Vinod, a pharmaceutical sales rep.
The show also marks the comeback of Hindi cinema veteran Rajit Kapur to Malayalam cinema after 10 years. Directed by P. R. Arun and produced by Krishnan Sethukumar under the Moviee Mill banner, Pharma boasts a strong ensemble with Binu Pappu, Narain, Muthumani, Shruti Ramachandran, Veena Nandakumar and Aalekh Kapoor.
Cinematographer Abinandhan Ramanujam and editor Sreejith Sarang bring a polished visual style to the series, promising viewers a taut, immersive ride.