It stars Mammootty, Siddique, Mamukkoya, Hareesh Perumanna, Nirmal Palazhi and Swaraj Gramika in prominent roles.

The film follows the series of incidents that happened in Mangalore-based underworld don Nithyananda Shenoy (Mammootty)'s life, following the announcement of 2016 Indian banknote demonetisation on 8 November.

As he attempts to safeguard his wealth, Shenoy encounters various characters, including Muthuvel, a young boy from the underprivileged sections of Kochi, and his mother Sundari.

Shenoy’s journey is marked by ethical dilemmas as he confronts corrupt politicians, law enforcement, and fellow criminals.

[7] In November, the title was revealed as Puthan Panam, with its subject reported to be of black money and a cast including Iniya, Renji Panicker, Sai Kumar and Siddique.

When Shajikumar translated a poem, "Apolitical Intellectuals" by Otto René Castillo, in Kasargode dialect and posted on the group, Mammootty was impressed.

He looks convincing and is his makeover is just brilliant," Moviebuzz of Sify stated, "Puthan Panam is lazily done and besides some casual references here and there, the connection with the demonetization drive is barely impressive.