Why is Arulmozhi Varman, the dazzling younger prince of the Chozha dynasty, called ?Ponniyin Selvan?? He must face an onslaught of enemies on the battlefield?a challenge he?s equal to?but can he simultaneously unravel the intricate web of conspiracies and betrayals within his own family and court? And who is the mysterious Poonguzhali, she of the mesmerising face and voice? Why did she agree to assist our hero Vandiyadevan in his dangerous quest to deliver a confidential message to Arulmozhi?