Malaysian-made Tamil film ‘Poochandi’ is making waves

While all of us were glued to the news streaming in from various sources leading up to the 15th general election, Netflix released a film titled “Poochandi” on Nov 11.

In a blink of an eye, the Tamil language film became one of the top 10 trending films in the Malaysian, Singaporean and Indian markets.

Directed by Wickneswaren Kaliaperumal, better known as JK Wicky, “Poochandi” incorporated mythology, history, mystery, local touch and just the right amount of cringe-worthy moments to keep viewers of all races glued to the screen...