Malayalam period film Paathonpathaam Noottandu starring Suju Wilson and Kayadu Lohar is dubbed into Telugu as Puli. Mollywood veteran director Vinayan has helmed this film on a huge scale. Makers released Telugu trailer in an event held at Hyderabad. The film became good success in Malayalam. As the films with grandeur are working these days, makers dubbed the film into Telugu. The film Is based on a real story happened in Kerala during 19th century. Hero Sonu Wilson portrayed the role of real hero Velayudha.
The trailer of Puli showcases the fight of a warrior from Kerala who goes against the caste discrimination and unethical practices during early 19th century. It also explores the hard hitting realities of caste system during those days. The film also touches the aspect of Anantha Padmanabha Swamy's treasure. It is mounted on a grand scale and the production design looks rich reflecting those times. Anoop Menon and Poonam Bajwa seen in other important roles.
Senior Telugu producer Ch Sudhaakar Babu who produced Superhit films in the past like Amma Donga has acquired the dubbing rights and releasing the film in Telugu. Shaji Kumar is the cinematographer while M Jayachandran has provided the music for songs and Santosh Narayanan composed the background music.