Chempaneer Poovu tops Malayalam TV ratings; Teacheramma climbs to third spot
Chempaneer Poovu, starring Arun and Rebecca Santhosh, continues its dominance as the most-watched serial on Malayalam television. The show's growing popularity is largely attributed to the compelling chemistry between its lead characters, Sachi and Revathi, whose romantic storyline has clearly struck a chord with viewers.
In the second position remains Patharamattu, which features Lekshmi, Anusha, and Vishnu V Nair. The show's consistent performance and strong narrative continue to maintain its loyal fan base.
Making a notable jump, Teacheramma has climbed to the third spot, overtaking Pavithram. The recently launched serial, led by Sreelekshmi, has quickly garnered attention with its engaging storyline and fresh presentation, signaling a promising future for the show.
Meanwhile, Pavithram has slipped to the fourth position. Despite having a solid cast including
Surabhi Santhosh
and Sreekanth Sasikumar, the latest plot developments appear to be falling short of audience expectations. Fans are reportedly eager for the revival of the love track between Vikram and Vedha.
In fifth place is Mounaragam, one of Malayalam television's longest-running and most cherished shows. With
Naleef Gea
and Aishwarya Ramsai in the lead roles, the serial continues to enjoy a dedicated viewership, securing its place in the top five.
On the non-fiction front, Star Singer retains its spot as the most-watched reality show on Malayalam TV. The recently launched musical show Pattile Tharam is also off to a solid start, earning decent viewership in its debut weeks.
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