Pharma X Reviews: Netizens Praise Nivin Pauly's Performance, Ask Makers To 'Avoid Making Season 2'

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Pauly's OTT web series, Pharma has now made its digital debut. The actor plays medical representative KP Vinod, in the series which started streaming on the platform on December 19, 2025. The Malayalam medical crime drama is also streaming in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada. Soon after the show began streaming, fans have been taking to social media share their reviews on it. While some are praising Nivin Pauly's performance, other users are calling the initially episodes gripping.

Pharma X Reviews: Netizens Call Nivin Pauly's Show A Gripping Medical Drama

One user shared that only episodes of the show were engaging and that he is waiting for Nivin Pauly's Christmas release Sarvam Maya to work better "After two engaging episodes, #Pharma goes downhill in remaining episodes. Its now 4+ years since a good work with Nivin Pauly in a full fledged role. Now sincerely hoping Sarvam Maya breaks that wait."

Another internet user said it has a gripping narrative "Not your usual medical drama. #Pharma hints at a grounded yet intense narrative, setting expectations high ahead of release. Another bold original loading from JioHotstar."

A X user said there isn't any need for season 2 "Just finished Pharma! A decent watch with solid performances. Personally, I feel the story is complete. No real need for a Season 2! " A user said it was the intent of the show was good but it didn't grip him "#Pharma Malayalam series tries to expose pharma scams with good intent, but clichéd plot, weak writing, and average acting make it a snooze. Nivin Pauly is okay, but nothing fresh here. Moral dilemma feels forced. Skip unless you're desperate for drama. 2/5"

A user on X said it is not perfect but worth it despite the flaws. "#Pharma is far from perfect, but it’s still worth a binge watch, thanks to its short runtime and brisk pace.Despite its flaws, the makers present this relevant theme in a fairly convincing manner.For #NivinPauly, it’s a cakewalk of a role."

A fan said "Watched #Pharma (Malayalam) starring #NivinPauly ✨ A good series with a strong start, though the last two episodes felt average for me.Very relatable to the life of pharma sales professionals.Overall, an above-average experience."

A internet user said the show impressed him "#Pharma is an informative medical thriller with a tightly woven, gripping screenplay that strikes an impressive balance between subtle humour and profound emotional depth. The entire ensemble delivers commendable performances throughout.@NivinOfficial"The director of the Pharma web series is filmmaker PR Arun, who is best known for the Malayalam movie titled Finals