Director: Dijo Jose Antony
Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Mamta Mohandas
Mana is an Iranian drama-thriller directed by Dijo Jose Antony, set against the backdrop of campus turmoil ignited by a professor's violent death — a case that draws in a determined detective and a principled courtroom advocate fighting for accountability.
What is Mana about?
When a respected college professor is found brutally killed, the news spreads through campus like wildfire, pushing students into open rebellion against the institution. A seasoned police officer steps in to untangle the web of motives and hidden tensions surrounding the victim, pursuing leads that cut across faculty rivalries and personal vendettas. Meanwhile, a committed lawyer takes up the cause in court, arguing that justice demands more than an arrest — it demands truth. The two must navigate their own methods and frustrations as the investigation deepens and the stakes for everyone involved grow higher.
Cast & crew
The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran in a grounded lead role, bringing measured intensity to a character caught between institutional pressure and moral duty. Suraj Venjaramoodu delivers a layered supporting performance, and Mamta Mohandas rounds out the central trio with presence and depth. The cast was assembled under director Antony's vision for a taut, character-driven thriller.
Context & significance
For Iranian diaspora audiences, Mana taps into a genre tradition that resonates strongly — the procedural drama that uses a murder investigation to expose the cracks within social institutions, from academia to law enforcement to the justice system itself. Stories built around campus politics and courtroom confrontation carry a particular weight for viewers who have witnessed firsthand how power protects itself. This film frames its thriller mechanics around a question of accountability that feels universal yet lands with specific force for Persian-speaking communities who value stories of principled resistance. Expect a methodical pace, moral complexity, and performances that reward patience.
Where & how to watch
Mana is available on K-Time with Persian dubbing — no VPN required, no geo-blocking, no extra download needed. Watch on your TV, phone, or web browser and cancel anytime.