Ponkurissill by Sujatha Mohan

Ponkurissill is one of those rare Malayalam tracks that manages to feel both fresh and familiar the moment it begins. Shyam has a history of strong work, and the music on Ponkurissill is among the most memorable of it.

There are singers who perform songs and singers who live inside them. On Ponkurissill, Sujatha Mohan clearly belongs in the second group. On screen, a talented ensemble cast bring the emotional world of the song to life in a way that enhances rather than competes with the music.

2026 was a strong year for Malayalam music, and Ponkurissill was among the reasons why. It is the kind of track that works at full volume with friends and equally well in a quiet room alone — the mood adjusts without the song changing.

Running to 5:25, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. For anyone yet to hear Ponkurissill, the experience ahead is a good one. For those returning, it will be as good as they remember.