Patharamattu (transl.Good Gold) is an Indian Malayalam-language soap opera. The show premiered on 15 May 2023 on Asianet and is available on-demand through Disney+Hotstar.[1] It stars Neena Kurup, Lakshmi Keerthana, Vishnu V Nair, Bindu Ramakrishnan, Kris Venugopal, Tony and Reshmi Rahul in lead roles [2][3] The series is an official remake of Star Jalsha's drama Gaatchora and an essence remake of Telugu TV series Brahmamudi.[4]
Plot
As the story unfolds on the auspicious occasion of Onam, the paths of Kanakadurga's daughters and the Moorthy brothers intersect. Nayana, with her artistic skills, ventures to decorate the walls of the Moorthy household, accompanied by her covetous mother, Kanakadurga, who harbors hopes of securing prosperous matches for her daughters.
In the opulent setting of the Moorthy residence, the dynamics of the family become apparent. The three brothers, each with their distinct personalities, form the nucleus of the family. Aniruddh, the youngest, captivates with his poetic prowess, while Abhinand exudes a carefree demeanor, often overshadowed by his envy towards Adarsh, the eldest brother and the family's pillar of responsibility.
Amidst the festivities and preparations for Onam, the paths of Nayana and Adarsh cross, igniting a spark that neither anticipated. Nayana's talent and charm draw Adarsh's attention, and a connection begins to bloom, much to the chagrin of Kanakadurga, who sees in Adarsh the embodiment of her desires for her daughters' matrimonial prospects.
Meanwhile, Abhinand, fueled by his envy and desire to outshine his brother, plots to thwart any potential alliance between Nayana and Adarsh, aiming to secure his own interests in the process.
As the festivities reach their zenith and the bonds between Nayana and Adarsh deepen, the intricate web of desires, envy, and familial expectations unravels, leaving both families at the crossroads of destiny, where the choices made will shape their futures irrevocably.
Cast
Main
Neena Kurup as Kanakadurga: A greedy woman; Govindan's wife; Navya, Nayana and Nandana's mother.
Lakshmi Keerthana as Nayana: A Talented Painter and Artist; Govindan and Kanakadurga's daughter; Navya's younger sister; Nandana's elder sister; Adarsh's wife.
Vishnu V Nair (Episode 31-Present) as Adarsh Moorthy a.k.a Aadi: A Gold businessman;Ananathamoorthy and Vasundhara's Eldest grandson, Jayan and Devayani's son; Abhinand, Anirudh's, Avanthika and Athulya's cousin; Nayana's husband; Navya's ex-boyfriend.
Kris Venugopal as Ananthamoorthy : A Renowned Businessman; Vasundhara's husband; Jayan, Ajayan, Madumadhi'father;Jalaja's foster father;Adarsh, Abhinand, Anirudh, Avanthika and Athulya's Grandfather
Bindu Ramakrishnan (Episode 54-Present) as Vasundhara moorthy: Ananthamoorthy's wife; Jayan and Ajayan and Madumadhi's mother; Jalaja's foster mother;Adarsh, Abhinand, Anirudh, Avanthika and Athulya's grandmother.
Ambika Nair as Vasundara (Episode 1 -53)
Recurring
Reshmi Rahul as Devayani : Jayan's Wife; Adarsh's Mother; Nayana's mother-in-law; Ananthamoorthy's and Vasundhara's Daughter-in-law; Sukumaran Nair's Daughter.
Tony as Govindan : Kanakadurga's husband; Navya, Nayana and Nandana's father;A Poor Man.
Anusha Aravindakshan as Navya: A gold digger; Govindan's and Kanakadurga's eldest Daughter; Nayana and Nandana's elder sister; Abhinand's wife; Adarsh's ex-girlfriend;now supports Nayana.
Akash Murali as Abhinand a.k.a Abhi: A playboy; Ananathamoorthy's second grandson; Jalaja's son; Avanthika's brother; Adarsh, Anirudh and Athulya's cousin; Navya's husband.
Gopika as Nandana a.k.a Nandu: A tomboy; Govindan and Kanakadurga's youngest daughter; Navya and Nayana's younger sister; Anirudh's crush.
Vishnu Balakrishnan as Anirudh a.k.a Ani: A kind hearted man; Ananathamoorthy's youngest Grandson; Ajayan and Janaki's son; Athulya's brother; Adarsh, Abhinand and Avanthika's cousin; Anamika's Husband ; Nandu's Love Interest.
Smitha Samuel as Jalaja : Ananthamoorthy and Vasundhara's foster daughter; Abhinand and Avanthika's mother; Jayan, Ajayan, Madhumadhi's sister; who hates Devayani and Nayana.
Yehia Kader( Episode 227-Present) as Jayan: Ananthamoorthy and Vasundhara's son; Devayani's husband; Adarsh's father; Jalaja, Ajayan, Madhumadhi's brother.
Murali Mohan as Jayan (Episode 1 -226)
Bimitha Titto as Janaki: Ajayan's wife ;Ananthamoorthy and Vasundhara's daughter-in-law; Anirudh and Athulya's mother; Supports Nayana;Want Anamika as her in law
Manikandan as Ajayan: Ananthamoorthy and Vasundhara's son; Jayan, Jalaja and Madumadhi's brother; Janaki's husband; Anirudh and Athulya's father.
Greeshma Remesh as Anamika: A greedy lady pretends as rich ; Anirudh's first wife.
Sonu Jacob as Avanthika: Jalaja's daughter; Abhinand's sister; Adarsh, Anirudh’s,Athulya's cousin; Hates Nayana and Navya.
Karthika Kannan as Vanaja: Kanakadurga's sister; Navya, Nayana and Nandana's Aunty.
Amith as Jalaja's husband.
Irene as Madhumadhi: Ananthamoorthy and Vasundhara's daughter; Jayan, Jalaja and Ajayan's sister.Settled in abroad.
Diya Deepan as Athulya: Janaki and Ajayan's daughter;Anirudh's sister;Supports Jalaja and Abhinand;Adarsh's and Abhinand's cousin.
_____ as Revathy : Anamika's mother;Anirudh's Mother-in-law
_____ as Venu : Anamika's father and Revathy's Husband
Patharamattu had crossover with Mounaragam from 20 November to 24 November 2023 also second Mahasangamam with Mounaragam was telecasted on Valentine's Day, 2024.[9]
Reception
As of May 2023, the show became the fifth most watched TV series in Malayalam.[10] As of September 2023, it entered top 3[11] and as of February 2024, the show secured first position.[12][13] In June 2024, the show slipped to second position as Chempaneer Poovu became the top rated show.Now Patharamattu stands second highest TRP rated serial along with highnegative criticisms [14]
