Avihitham (2025) Movie Script
Give me a thin pour, like a thread.
Thats enough, no water.
That threads turning into a rope now.
- More like a full spool?
- Yeah!
Whoa! What is this thing?
How's it? I got it.
Pretty good, huh?
He always brings this trashy rum.
Tastes awful, headache guaranteed.
Dont blame the alcohol.
This is what the working-class drinks.
Working-class?
You dont even have a job.
That's funny.
Working-class alcohol, it seems.
And yet, here you are, chugging it down.
Like working-class has a signature brand.
Listen. You know that
Thottamveettil Reshmi, right?
How come we don't see her
around much these days?
Oh, you dont know?
Thats a long story.
You mean Thottamveettil Reshmi?
You do know they were abroad, right?
Yeah.
She moved back, but he stayed
on abroad for work.
This time, like always, he said goodbye
and left in a taxi to the airport.
For some reason, forgotten passport
or something, he came back.
And walked in to find Reshmi
with their neighbour Manoj.
He completely lost it and beat
him up. Total chaos.
Then packed her off in that same taxi.
[Everyone laughs]
She never returned after that.
- They have kids, right?
- Yes. Two.
Come on, have one more drink.
Dont complain later.
Hey, pick up the phone.
Hello.
Drink quickly.
- I'm drinking.
- Later, dont complain you didnt get any.
Ill be there soon.
Im near the flour mill.
- I'll be there soon.
- Seriously? A phone call now?
She called before we came here.
Called again now.
She'll call again.
Then why not tell her earlier?
Tell what?
That you'll be late.
Oh no, I dont want her getting
any 'other' ideas.
[Everyone laughs]
You never know what goes on in this town.
Well, my wife's chill.
She wouldnt call me even if I didnt
come home for a month.
She may not be calling you, but shes
definitely calling the neighbour.
None of you can compare
your lives to mine.
Never get married.
Just borrow 500, get drunk,
and sleep peacefully.
Where do you get 500 from?
As long as Tailor Venus alive, I'm covered.
But I pay him back, Shankar. Whenever I can.
Poor Venu. He works all day stitching,
and you just loot him.
Yeah.
Pour me one more, then I'll leave.
Okay then, Im off.
- I'm taking the left over.
- You take it.
She's calling again.
I'm leaving then.
I'm leaving too.
The guy is Vinod who owns
the local flour mill.
That scumbag jumped over the
wall and went home.
Okay!
But the girl...
Oh no... Isn't that our Madhavan's house?
An Illicit Affair
Hi Yamuna, is Venu home?
Yeah, he's here.
Haven't seen you in ages, Prakashan.
Im always here, its you I dont see.
How would you see me?
Venu never takes me anywhere.
Can you just call him?
Sure.
Hey, Venu!
Hello Venu!
Looks like Prakashan's already
tipsy this morning, huh?
No!
I'm heading in.
Bye, Yamuna Nair. My sweet girl.
What is it now?
Venu, I have something to tell you.
Listen, Prakashan.
Pay me back first, then well talk.
Thats the right thing to do.
Just hear me out, then Im gone.
Gomathis waiting for her blouse.
You just leave.
Venu, just hear me out.
I only need to know one thing.
What?
You and Panayakat Madhavan.
You're close friends, right?
Yes. Very close.
Okay, I just wanted to be sure.
What happened to Madhavan?
Nothing, yet!
But soon, hell be the laughingstock
of the whole town!
Yup.
Who do you think that temptress was?
Nirmala, maybe?
Don't talk nonsense, you dog!
Swear to God, if you keep drunkenly
blabbering, Ill kill you.
Ive got customers waiting. Im off.
Go on then.
But tomorrow, when Madhavan
gets humiliated in public,
Ill say I knew about it, and that
I had warned Venu.
Are you sure about this?
Im telling the truth, Venu.
But if you need proof, Ive got none.
Pass me a beedi first.
Madhavan gave me this land to build my shop.
If somethings up at his house,
we should tell him.
But theyre all working in Sullia.
How do we tell them?
First, I need to know if its true.
For proof,
why dont we check it out tonight?
Get lost.
I dont go peeking into peoples
bathrooms like you, you creep!
Well, it's not really peeping, if it's
outside the bathroom.
So, it's probably Nirmala, right?
Definitely not the mother.
Watch your step, the grass is thick here.
Move it, quick.
Isnt that the Panchami serial song?
My wife Yamuna watches it every day.
It's an epic show.
Ill show you something even
more epic today.
If he doesnt show up, youre going
to be in serious trouble.
Just follow me, Venu.
Watch out.
Let me turn this off. Don't trip.
Okay, sit here.
- Here?
- Yup, right here.
I sat here yesterday.
Shell come right near the bathroom.
Hell jump the wall from that side.
Through there?
Prakashan...
Looks like everyone's asleep.
All lights were off when I came yesterday.
So, you came at the same time yesterday?
Yeah. When I passed the field, I could
hear the serial song.
So, the time it takes to get here from there.
Then why isn't he here?
He'll come.
- Look, the lights are on.
- Yup, I see them.
- Now it's off.
- Yeah.
[Dog barking]
I dont see anyone.
Venu, look!
Did you see that?
Look, Venu!
Venu! Hey Venu!
What did he throw at the dog?
No clue.
Look again, Venu!
How about now, huh?
I can't see clearly, Prakashan.
See that papaya tree, Venu?
If we move closer, it'll be more clear.
Come on, let's go.
Sit here.
- Prakashan...
- What?
Theres nettle here, be careful.
Then this is the right spot.
Cause I got stung yesterday.
I can't hear anything.
In that case let's get Dolby Ravi tomorrow
to set up some speakers for you. Okay?
Good idea.
Get lost, you jerk.
Where did they go?
Where the hell did they go?
Could they have seen us?
No chance, were too far.
Damn it!
- Hey
- What?
They went into the bathroom.
Well, that didn't happen yesterday.
Damn it!
Hey.
When they come out.
We need to see her face.
- Venu...
- What?
Squatting this long is giving me urges.
Hold it in your stomach or Ill kill you.
Like you couldn't pick a better time.
Prakashan...
See that Jasmine plant?
If we move there...
Well get a clearer look.
Let's go.
Did you see her face, Venu?
Got a glimpse.
Judging by the shadow and its measurement,
it's definitely Nirmala.
You figured that from a shadow?
I know a thing or two myself.
Besides, I stitch her blouses.
14-36-30
Mary... Sushamma...
Where is she?
Got it. Nirmala...
14-34-30
But you said 36, not 34.
Thats two extra inches.
I've got something you dont.
The tailor shop?
Idiot! A brain.
During Onam, all the women in this town
get too lazy to cook at home.
So they all order from Gopalan's hotel.
They feast like queens, and
blow up like balloons.
Adding a few extra inches in the process.
So you're saying after Onam,
all the women gain two inches?
Yes.
Even your Yamuna?
Of course!
Prakashan...
Dont you dare measure my wife.
Him and his nonsense.
Forget all that.
Why don't we focus on your grandma
Narayani's measurements instead?
This was before Onam...
Narayani, where you at?
There she is.
See? Its gone up.
Forget that.
Where is She?
Sushamma. Here she is...
This was before Onam.
See?
Did it increase?
My Ravaneshwaram Van Heusen...
Youre bloody brilliant.
Do you get it now?
Prakashan, women might deceive.
But these numbers never lie.
Thats Nirmala for sure.
Yup.
It is Nirmala.
Theres been a feud between Madhavans
and Vinods families for ages.
What's the reason?
That's a long story.
Forget the stories, call Madhavan first.
Hes too old for news like this.
If he hears this and gets a shock, Ill be
blamed for his heart attack.
Alright, tell Mukundan then.
Right...
How do you even tell a husband his
wifes cheating on him?
Stop talking nonsense.
Alright, at least tell Murali.
Someones got to know.
That's right.
We'll tell Murali.
Hes got brains.
Hell deal with it wisely.
Hello, Murali.
It's me. Venu.
Tell me, Venu.
Just tell him, Venu.
Dad...
Dad...
What is it?
I got a call from Venu.
He had something explosive to say.
What?
Our Nirmala and that Vinod
How do we show our faces
in town after this?
Venu said he saw it happen.
Did Venu say he saw it?
Yes.
But please, don't stress about it.
It might not even be true.
If Venu saw it...
Theres definitely something to it.
Mukundan!
Mukundan!
Hold this.
Hes lost in his own world, as always.
There are times I wonder...
If he's really my son.
Dont say a word to him now.
Go home.
Find out the truth and come back.
Then well decide whats next.
Okay, dad.
Murali...
Don't take this lightly.
Be careful with everything.
I know you and Vinod dont get along.
Dont use this as an excuse
to settle your issues.
Just do what I say.
Come on!
Let's head straight to Venu's shop.
I need this more than you do.
Let's go!
Venu, is this all true?
Murali...
You know how Madhavan and I are.
I wouldn't say anything without a reason.
We saw it with our own eyes.
You shut up.
We both saw it happen.
Sheesh!
You really think shed do that?
Thats what Venus saying.
I didnt mean it like that.
That's exactly what you meant.
You shut up.
Murali, now that you're here...
See it for yourself.
Or else youll say Venu made it up
and Ill lose my peace of mind.
What is all this, man?
Nidheesh...
Right now, only the four of us know.
No one else should hear about this.
Yup.
Dad knows.
He knows?
That's why he sent me here.
Then it stays between the five of us.
No one else...
Prakashan...
If you spill a word, Ill beat
the hell out of you.
Thats not a threat. Thats a promise.
Got it.
Dont go home tonight.
Ill be back by night.
Get up.
Let's go.
Murali...
Dont let your issues with
Vinod mess this up.
Let things unfold first.
Hey Mukundan!
Here!
Got the colour you wanted.
Had to check a few shops.
Wasnt easy to find.
Its her favourite colour!
Whats Vinod got to lose? Hes single.
He does as he pleases.
Hes always had issues with Murali.
And clearly a soft spot
for the women in their house.
You could tell from the other night.
Thats not what worries me.
I just hope Murali keeps his cool,
given their history.
Whats their beef anyway?
Long story. Might be true, might not.
Tell me, Venu. Ive got nothing
better to do.
Both these families were really close once.
Madhavans dad sold Vinods family
a five-cent plot.
But kept it a secret.
Day before signing the documents,
a coconut fell on him. Dead.
Now Vinods family claims...
Madhavans bathroom is on their land.
You think they let that go?
That's when the fights started, and
everything else followed.
Now, they dont even speak to each other.
Venu...
No wonder Vinod sneaks into
that bathroom at night.
He's claiming his 'share' for his affairs.
You're right.
Its definitely an illicit affair.
I just can't process it.
Anyway, we'll know for sure today.
Why not just catch them
in the act tonight?
No, not yet.
We need to hear what my
brother decides first.
Then well act.
Hello.
Yeah, tell me.
Are you coming home late?
May be. What do you want?
Just wondering when to expect you.
Why do you care?
Stop nagging me. Who made you
my timekeeper?
I just asked if I should save dinner.
Do whatever you want.
So... you're not coming?
Just hang up and leave me alone.
It was Nisha.
She's such a pain.
Always calling, always asking
when Ill be back.
So bloody annoying.
We should all leave before the serial starts.
We all?
Yes, all of us. Who else?
What is this, a temple festival?
If we all show up, itll cause a scene.
Everyone will know.
Only the two of us will go.
He says if we all go, it'll look like a festival,
so we should stay back.
What the hell?
We did all the digging, and now
we're sidelined?
It's fine, let it go.
Screw it.
We can't just let this slide.
Its fine if were not part of it.
Just dont mess this up.
Stick to the plan.
Yeah, whatever.
- Am I right?
- Yes.
Venu, something doesnt add up.
Didnt the dog bark when it
all happened?
That's the strange part.
Not a single bark.
We saw him throw something at the dog.
Yeah, we saw that.
- Hey, it's the serial song.
- Yeah, that's the one.
Murali... Murali, wait!
- How will we know what happens there?
- Exactly.
Do I have to report to you now?
Venu, stop by tomorrow morning.
Ill fill you in.
Okay, Ill come.
Murali, hope you remember
what we talked about.
Well, you can't forget that, can you?
You go.
All the best, Murali!
While my house is burning,
he says all the best.
[Venu] First, go sit under the banana tree.
Five minutes after the serial ends,
the light in Nirmala's room will turn on.
Murali...
No matter how tough I try to be,
sitting in the dark still creeps me out.
Relax. I'm right here.
[Venu] Two minutes later,
the lights will go off.
[Both] It's off!
[Venu] Now count to twenty.
Now you'll see Nirmala by the bathroom.
Its Nirmala!
[Venu] Count to twenty again,
and Vinod will join her.
Now Vinod will jump the wall.
It's time.
Where is he?
How should I know?
Call him and ask.
Woah, alright!
What did Venu say to do next?
[Venu] There's a papaya tree straight ahead.
Move slowly towards it.
Where are you going?
Venu said to go to the papaya tree.
If we move now, she'll spot us.
Or worse, what if he walks in right then?
Lets just stay here. Its safer.
Hell show up any second now.
Why don't we go, Venu?
Wait, lets give it a bit more time.
But...
Yamunas alone at home, isnt she?
Yeah, lets go.
Damn it!
Can't believe that scumbag
Vinod hasn't showed up.
Shes still there.
So hell definitely come.
Weve waited this long, we might
as well stay a bit longer.
Shes gone!
How come the lights are off?
Yamuna...
Yamuna...
It's locked? Yamuna...
[Prakashan] Why don't we go, Venu?
Yamunas alone at home, isnt she?
Oh, youre back.
Where were you lurking in the dark?
- Power was out since evening, I got scared.
- Why didn't you call me?
As if youd come.
I went to Sharadas place.
This is 14-37-33.
All that doubt for nothing.
Yamuna!
My sweet Yamuna!
Hey, Sarojini.
Well, well, look who it is.
Its me, Venu.
What brings you here
this early in the morning?
Should we have come at night instead?
We heard Murali's here.
He showed up late last night.
No sense of time, that one.
Just waltzes in whenever,
knowing someone will open the door.
Well...
He came from Sullia, mightve gotten late.
Oh, please.
His fathers the same.
No calls, no updates.
They just expect women to cook,
clean and wait.
So, where is he?
Out back, brushing his teeth. Been at it
an hour. Go check.
Let him brush.
This dog is doing your job for you.
Come on, you dog.
Murali...
Couldnt sleep at all, had to know
what went down.
So, did they show up?
Nope!
He didnt show up.
We waited all night.
Forget it then.
Only he and I know in this town.
And it stays that way.
Erase it.
Let's go.
Venu...
I said he didnt come.
But she did.
She came?
Only thing missing was this.
Venu...
Want some tea?
Already had one.
Mom...
Im heading to the flour mill.
Where's the wheat?
By the kitchen door.
Take it from there.
Vinods mill?
Headed to Vinods mill?
Yeah, where else?
Venu...
Its not over yet.
In a world full of desires,
Will a flicker of doubt cloud the light within?
By the world's waves,
A pot is shattered
And soon enough,
a line forms to claim its place.
Slowly, slowly...
The story grows heavy.
And a tiny seed of doubt
begins to bloom.
Shame on you
Nirmala
Isn't this betrayal?
Don't cross the line!
Shame on you
Nirmala
It is clear now,
You're heading for disgrace.
A show, a swirl,
Like a peacock in pride.
A race without a finish line,
And somewhere in between,
A reckless, swaying drift.
A gaze from head to toe,
A probing glance.
The illicit truth lays bare at last.
Down the narrow path,
the ants' chariot marches on.
A smile, oh that smile,
The sly smirk of some,
As if it carries a
hundred secrets at once.
Is this the harsh truth?
To truly discern,
These restless souls keep circling.
Shame on you
Nirmala
Isn't this betrayal?
Don't cross the line!
Had I known you were coming,
I'd have sent this with you.
I had come to buy a magazine.
Mom asked me to stop by here.
Take this.
Vinod, havent seen you around lately.
Oh please, his schedules way too packed.
Bye, sister. See you, Vinod.
Is it wheat?
We need to know what theyre saying.
Relax, I got this.
Lip-reading...
Why didnt you come last night?
I wasn't in the mood.
Ill be there tonight. Lets have
some fun.
No, no, no...
The brother's at home.
Get lost, will you?
There's no way thats what
they actually said.
Stop making things up.
Making what up?
Im an expert at lip-reading.
- Ive got years of Dubsmash experience.
- That's true.
Also, I kinda overheard a bit of
what they were saying.
Heard or not, theres clearly
something going on.
See? Now you know Venu doesnt say
things just for the heck of it.
This is so embarrassing, Venu.
Dont worry.
Lets wait for Mukundan to decide.
Im with you.
Me too.
Yes.
Hello, Dad.
My God!
What am I hearing?
Should we just tell him?
Absolutely.
But I cant do it alone.
You come here.
Well break it to him together.
Here.
Dear...
Give it a red shade, itll look nice.
No, I dont want red. I want blue.
Fine.
Bye, dear.
Checking out, sir?
Checking out?
Yes.
Check-in at night, check-out in the morning.
So, its like a hotel, right?
Oh, so youre keeping tabs on everyones
comings and goings at night?
What?
What are you mumbling?
Speak up.
And he really thinks no one
understands anything?
There he goes.
Bet hell be back tomorrow.
No class today?
Class?
Its done. Got the certificate and everything.
Someone even came to see me yesterday.
Didn't like him.
Why not?
Hes not good-looking enough for me.
Oh really? So whos
your type, Miss Perfect?
Someone slim like me...
With straight long hair. If there's a guy
like that, I'll consider.
Then why not put out an ad in the paper?
No need. Plenty of them around here.
Oh? Got someone in mind?
Should I tell your brother?
God, no! Please dont make
things worse for me.
Ill handle it myself.
Can't believe shes been fooling Mukundan.
I'm more worried about the kid.
What if she just leaves the child
and runs off?
No point in what ifs now.
We'll have to make some tough decisions.
If not, thisll blow up into a scandal.
And my brother Mukundan
God knows how hell react.
True.
But he has to know the truth.
Be brave. Just tell him.
If hes on board...
Theres a plan.
Whatever it is, keep me in the loop.
When did you get here?
Just now.
Did you get home late last night?
Oh, did your wife snitch on me?
No, I saw it on the CCTV.
How else would I know?
Were you out with Nidheesh?
Nothing like that.
Shes just imagining things.
Hows mom? Shes doing okay, right?
Yeah.
Can you come for a sec? Dads calling you.
Did you bring the design?
Design?
Yeah.
Dad said you went to get it from Babu.
Didnt get it.
Handle this for me.
So, all that effort was for nothing?
Listen, son. I need to tell you
something important.
Dont panic, though.
You can either divorce her.
Or try to fix things and stay together.
If thats even possible.
Right now, those are your only options.
You need to decide.
Ill be at the front.
You sure about what you saw?
She didnt say anything when she called.
Why would she talk about this?
Pass me a cigarette.
Tell dad Ill be back in a bit.
Hey, Venu.
What now?
Lets go to the flour mill.
To see if she actually goes
there every day.
Ive got five blouses to stitch today.
No way Im shutting shop.
Work, work, work! Thats all
you care about.
A scandal's brewing and were
sitting here clueless.
Venu...
Murali shouldve reached by now, right?
Yeah.
So why hasnt he called?
Lets call him.
You do it.
It's ringing.
Yeah, Venu.
Murali, whats the situation there?
We told him. Hes completely
stressed out.
Can I talk to him?
Where do you think he goes
when he's stressed?
You know where.
Oh no not the toilet!
Yeah.
Hes in there with a cigarette.
Some things never change, huh?
Tell him not to worry.
Weve got his back, no matter
what he decides.
Right?
Venu, Ill call you back.
He just stepped out. Let me
check on him.
A decision will be made today.
Venu.
What?
Do you have 500 bucks to spare?
Ill return it after we catch Nirmala.
You dont work but want money.
No chance.
I said i'll return it after we catch her.
Must be Murali.
What now?
You promised me a movie today.
Why arent you here yet?
Its already late.
Oh please!
The movies running all week.
Prameelas wedding's in two days.
Ive got to give her the blouse.
Perfect. Go marry the blouse then.
I know what to do.
Yeah, sure. Why not?
Bye!
Venu, what did Murali say?
Said not to give any money to that
drunkard Prakashan.
Says he'll never pay it back.
Stay here, Ill be back.
Im divorcing her, Dad.
But...
Im not letting her walk away that easy.
Dad!
Should we head back and deal with
those two properly?
That's not enough.
We need to catch them red-handed.
In front of everyone.
You two head home.
Talk to Kumaran. Make a plan.
Ill take care of things here.
Here, some Mysore Pak for your daughter.
Wipe that frown off your face.
Shell get suspicious.
That won't work.
Act normal. Like always.
And dont try to act smart.
We both know youre not.
Keep the saree in your bag.
Like always, hand it over with
that usual smile of yours.
Dad!
Dad!
Didnt you just check-out this morning?
Forgot something.
What?
Look... Mysore Pak.
Why is your hair like this?
Exactly!
She wont let us cut it.
And now it's all curly.
Nobody in this familys got hair like that.
Oh, you're back.
You didnt pick up my call.
Couldn't you at least inform us?
Give it to me.
No need, Ill bring it.
You go.
Ill make you some tea, then.
Why the long face?
Don't forget what dad said.
Just act normal.
Do you have any clothes to wash?
Thought youd forgotten.
I don't forget that easily.
Why are you being so stiff?
Not enough staff at work.
So I've to leave early.
Bit bummed about it.
Murali comes by often.
Why cant you? Im here alone.
You like being alone, don't you?
Fine. Do one thing...
Move to Dubai. Come back
in a few years.
Ill wait.
My brother mightve picked
the wrong girl for you.
But his taste in Mysore Pak
is always spot on.
Just got here?
Yeah, just now.
Temple work done?
Not yet.
Thats why we're here to see Uncle.
You know its our familys turn to do
the temple ritual, right?
Yeah.
The festival kicks off on the 15th.
Will Madhavan be here by then?
Dont know, Aunt.
Just tell me if hes not coming.
If he isnt, your uncle will have to do it.
Thats enough talk. Go bring the boys
something to drink.
Theyve come to discuss the new temple.
No use saying anything to these women.
But we have to loop in Rema and Radha.
What for?
If this is going to work,
we need their help.
Shh... shes coming. Shalu!
How many times do I have to tell you...?
Come home straight from work.
What if theres traffic, should I grow wings?
Leave it, Mahesh.
Shes only a girl.
Yeah, sure.
Youre the last person who
should say that.
Keep women on a tight leash.
Or theyll start ruling over us.
Be it your mom, sister, or wife,
always stay alert.
Whats all the noise outside?
Mahesh blew up at me the
minute I walked in.
Maybe try entering without drama?
What did I even do?
You know your brother better than I do.
Theyre here to talk temple business.
Hes probably just stressed about that.
Even your dad gave me an earful earlier.
Maybe you guys are used to their attitude.
But Im not.
Don't worry, Mukundan. We're all
here for you.
Yeah, sure. Is that why Im in
the mess Im in?
He was working in Periya for two weeks.
That day, I was held up at the woodshop.
You can't see a thing from there.
It's not just that day, Uncle.
They meet up often.
Hey Mukundan.
We cant just sit around.
So what do we do now?
We smash Vinods face in, what else?
Are you dumb?
Do that, and the whole town will
turn on us.
We need to trap him.
Murali knows what to do.
Brilliant, as always.
The only brilliant mind in this family.
Isnt it time to turn it off?
Where were you?
You didnt even bother
taking your phone.
Our daughter waited forever
and then fell asleep.
You go serve them dinner now.
Im way too sleepy to do it.
We ate at Uncles place.
Whats with all the jasmine smell?
The plant near the bathroom
just bloomed.
You seem to know that bathroom
like the back of your hand.
Now where are you off to?
The dogs going off again.
I'll take a look and come.
And maybe get a whiff of
your jasmine too.
Probably spotted a cat, Mukundan.
A cat, is it?
Did you see it?
Ill catch that sneaky little cat.
Bro, I'm leaving.
Just going to Uncles. Nowhere else.
Okay.
You look tired. What's wrong?
It's nothing.
Just feeling very sleepy.
Mornings feel impossible lately.
Doesnt feel like fever.
Mom, whats this?
What?
Where did you find this?
Near the dog.
Probably some bird dropped it.
Just throw it out.
Go wash your hands.
Aunt said you guys were here.
Safe to talk here.
Otherwise the whole town would've
heard by now.
Let me call Rema first.
Not from here.
The jackfruit tree ensures an auspicious start.
Make the call under it.
Lord, bless me. You too, jackfruit tree.
Yeah, Murali.
Hey Murali, Tell me.
Need to tell you something.
These endless hells...
These unbearable pains...
I'm past being shocked,
Just breaking down.
Everyone knows...
I've been cast out...
The flood of shame...
Has now drowned me...
The illicit affair's hidden ill,
Now cries for all to hear.
Well finalize the plan.
Then we'll update you.
We've got to catch them red-handed.
Right in the act!
I knew it the day she started
wearing makeup.
Keep this between us.
Like I have anyone to tell.
Nice masala.
Mom, only chillies for the mill?
Wheat's not dry enough.
- Then we'll grind it tomorrow.
- Yeah.
Need any vegetables?
We're stocked for now.
Sorry. Get get some shallots.
Okay.
Mom, give Mukundan tea when he comes.
Hell be in the bathroom for a while.
Sure.
Where are you off to?
To the flour mill.
To grind the chillies.
And you dressed up for that?
Dressed up?
You cant wear this now.
I didnt buy this saree for the flour mill.
Then whats the grand occasion?
Dad and the sons go temple-hopping.
While we sit at home and rot.
If we dont keep working,
will you all starve?
Nice logic.
You and your father never take us anywhere,
and you won't let us go either.
But you go out in style,
with your friends.
Dont drag my friends into this.
If not for them, we'd never know
whats really going on here.
So the sarees the problem now?
Fine, Ill change.
Wait, dear...
Heres a 10 discount for Nisha.
Oh!
Hey!
Hey, Mukundan!
Long time no see.
Ive been busy.
In Sullia these days.
I know.
I meet Nirmala often.
What's for grinding?
It's...
Chillies.
Oh, Guntur chillies.
Nirmalas masala is going to be next level.
When are you heading back?
Soon.
Won't be a nuisance to anyone.
Your move.
Kumaran...
Looks like we'll be stuck here snacking
on mixture for a while.
Why, did Yamuna find someone else?
Oh, Shut up!
What nonsense.
Hanging out with you was the biggest
mistake I ever made.
Isn't it?
Relax, don't make a scene.
Pull one out now.
Uncle!
I just saw that lowlife scoundrel, Vinod.
The home-wrecking scumbag admitted it himself.
That he meets Nirmala often.
No more waiting.
Murali...
Tell us your plan.
What?
What's he doing?
No idea.
Some genius-level scheming, I guess.
You think he carved those
figurines for nothing?
Alright, everyone, listen up.
See this picture?
This is our blueprint.
Ive gathered all the intel on this place,
like a proper mastermind.
Hey.
This isnt that.
Right, we start here.
Once the meeting's over, Mukundan
heads straight home.
[Murali] Everything has to look normal.
If all goes well...
This'll be your last night with Nirmala.
Be careful.
Shell play the emotional card.
Don't fall for it.
Was it the saree that bothered you?
I just wanted to show off a little.
Didnt know you were this possessive.
Never seen this side of you.
But I like it.
[Murali] Dont fall for her act.
Just think of that dirtbag Vinod.
And youll never look at her
the same again.
[Murali] Tomorrow morning,
the lamps will be lit at the goddess's temple.
Uncle will first pray for Mukundan to
keep him safe from his enemies.
Then hell call dad.
Oh divine mother.
Please make that scumbag
jump the wall tonight.
To seal the case,
we need someone reliable from
outside to back us up.
Dad will know who to bring in.
If it's about trust...
Call Member Damu.
He made a fortune by illegally cutting
down that temple tree.
Only I know about it.
So he wont dare cross us.
Okay.
[Murali] After a while, like always,
Mom will call us for breakfast.
Well sit together like we always do.
And first up, her legendary dry puttu.
Super soft as ever.
Just eat it.
[Murali] The only good thing is Nirmalas lentil curry.
That you can trust.
Say what you want about Nirmala, shes hands
down the best cook.
Come, sit with us.
Its okay. Ill eat later in the kitchen.
Okay.
Didnt you say we should
just ignore her?
Bro, this could be our
last supper with her.
- [Nidheesh] You mean breakfast?
- Huh?
Its not the last supper.
Its the last breakfast.
[Murali] Next mission: the water tank.
Venu, you might have to climb it.
Not just the water tank.
For Madhavans family,
Id climb the moon.
- Wouldn't I?
- Of course!
[Murali] Borrow a ladder from Ambadis house.
Hey, Venu. Where are you going with
the snake and ladder?
What are you, some kind of angel?
[Murali] If people see you at the tank,
theyll ask questions.
Hey Venu, what are you doing?
Tank's full of sludge.
So I thought I'd check it.
At least once in five years, we should
pretend to care, right?
In that dried-up tank?
While youre up there, see if you
can spot our house.
Also, Mahesh!
Make sure to call everyone
Dad mentioned.
Done.
Hello.
Hello.
Hello.
What is it, Mahesh?
Really?
Nidheesh!
Yes.
Go to Kunjambu Textiles.
[Murali] You'll find Krishnan there.
He'll give you a bag.
Swami Sharanam.
Ayyappa Sharanam.
Black is the best disguise at night.
Alright, were clear on our positions and
tasks. So, whats the plan?
Listen carefully.
Were here at Uncles place now.
This is our house.
Over here is the "playroom".
I mean, the bathroom.
Thats the scumbag Vinod's house.
There's Venus shop.
And right next to it, the water tank.
That water tank's key to the plan,
so stay sharp.
[Murali] Ill leave home by 9:30
in the morning.
Mom, bless me.
What kind of blessing?
Just bless me.
May you get a middle seat in the bus.
A blessing isnt something
to joke about.
Bro, you leave by 10:30. Say Babu called you
for work at Uduma temple.
Couldve told me earlier, Id have
sent some flour for Radha.
Why?
Doesnt she have a flour mill
near her house?
[Murali] When you see Meenu,
you might even forgive Nirmala.
Come here, give Dad a kiss.
[Murali] But think of Vinod...
and our family.
- Get me a glass of water.
- Sure.
[Murali] Well find a way to bring
Meenu back.
That's a promise.
And if not... well, you can always
make another baby.
Moving forward without losing hope,
that's what makes us stronger.
When you get here...
[Mahesh] Stop right there!
Huh?
What are you doing here?
Came to get the cups.
Did you bring the tea here?
Nope.
Then I know how to take them back.
Great. I hope you know how to
wash them too?
My wife will wash them.
Oh, nice.
- Stop messing around, Prakashan.
- Me?
Alright!
So now...
[Murali] Everyone stays here till it's dark.
Nirmala will call to check if you're coming home.
Don't pick up!
[Murali] Shell get restless
and call Radha next.
She'll ask if Mukundan's there.
What fish did you get today?
We got mackeral.
Oh, we got chicken here.
You got chicken?
[Murali] She'll make small talk first...
But eventually, shell ask the big question.
If Mukundan is coming home, I need to prepare.
I called him.
He didnt pick up.
Oh, theyre busy. Babu said
the work wont finish today.
By the way, Mukundan's staying
here tonight.
[Murali] Once Nirmala hangs up, Radha will call us.
Murali, she called.
Told her everything,
just like you said.
[Murali] Thats our signal.
So, we can confirm Vinods
coming tonight.
[Murali] Mahesh... you and Uncle leave,
say there's urgent work at Periya.
Shalu!
Shalu!
Your sister's in her room.
Dont expect her before sunrise.
Mom!
We got a call from Periya.
Another 10 minutes of work left at the woodshop.
After that, were leaving.
We'll be back only in the morning.
Then turn off the TV and go to bed.
Look at him go. Bloody SERIAL KILLER!
[Murali] Meanwhile, Mom and Nirmala have no idea.
Theyre glued to their serial at home.
And that wraps up Phase One.
Now, onto Phase Two.
When you catch him, go straight
for the family jewels.
Consider it a service to our bloodline.
No bloodshed, though.
You have do it.
Whatever happens, dont use iron.
Wood can be trusted, iron can't.
Mahesh, stay where theres signal.
There must be no delay in calling Damu.
We cant hold him long.
- Venu...
- Yes.
- Is the ladder ready?
- Ready!
Okay, everyone, put your phones
in the bucket.
Why, Murali?
Once we start, our focus stays on
the mission. Nothing else.
So, all phones off. Into the bucket.
Uncle keeps the bucket.
I don't want any compromise on
this mission. Are you clear?
ROGER THAT!
Murali...
I can hear the serials song.
Its time.
May you succeed.
Oh, Cupid, may your timing
be perfect for once.
Alright, lets move.
Madhavan, Ill grab something to eat.
Lets go through the front route.
Its easier.
We wait here for now.
We'll move towards the banana tree
when there's an opening.
From here, we can spot our next point.
Nirmala, its on.
Damn it!
I think Tiger heard us.
Prakashan, its over.
Tiger just blew the plan.
Whys Tiger going off like this?
Dad, the dog's barking. Think itll
raise suspicion?
Relax. Lets see how long he
keeps it up.
Our mastermind forgot to factor in
Tiger into the plan.
Instead of peeking from here, grab a torch
and take a look outside.
He doesnt bark for nothing.
Bro!
Ill go check on Tiger.
If he keeps barking, we're done for.
- Bro!
- Yeah.
Looks like the whole plan's falling apart.
If she flashes that torch,
Muralis toast.
Did she notice anything?
Hes nuts. Theres nothing here.
She just came out, checked
and went back in.
Bro...
You head to the banana tree.
How will you shut him up?
Vinod feeds him drugged bones
to keep him quiet.
Do you have the same?
Nope. But that scumbag Vinod
will surely have some.
Tiger's our boy. Ill talk to him.
Tiger...
Be a good boy. Just 15 minutes
of silence, please.
Venu, whats going on?
I think Muralis with the dog.
Mission accomplished.
He's quiet now.
We have to catch the creep messing
with our family. Clear?
Dont blow this, please.
Can you make my bed, dear?
Did you take your blood pressure tablet?
Wasnt that the pill you gave me earlier?
That was something else.
I'll bring it. Take it and sleep.
Bro, shes slick.
Shes giving mom sleeping pills,
calling them pressure meds.
Oh God!
No wonder Moms always drowsy.
Good heavens, I married a CYANIDE JOLLY!
Bro, the serials over.
- Showtime. Get ready. You too.
- Gosh, okay.
Mahesh, the serials done.
Pass me a cigarette.
Oh, sure. Just what we need right now.
Whats that supposed to mean?
If you smoke, youll get the 'urge'.
Then well have to drag all three of you
out of the bathroom.
Venu, lights are on!
Nidheesh, lights are on!
Same old. Well have to wait till
she turns them off.
Nidheesh, lights are off!
Shell come in 20 seconds,
and hell jump in 40.
She should be there by now,
waiting for him.
I just hope he shows up already.
That scoundrel mustve jumped by now.
Got an itch, huh? Let me scratch
it for you.
Please dont cry and make a scene.
They've started.
But our job isnt over yet.
Theyre in the bathroom, time to go.
Prakashan, lights are on.
Nailed it, man, nailed it.
Like Sanju Samson hitting a century.
Nidheesh, lights are on. Run for it.
Mahesh, theyve got him cornered.
You hurry up. Get Damu and the rest.
Ill make the call.
Also, drop by my place and
inform them too.
It's over, Vinod.
The moment they come out,
theyre getting slapped.
One from you, one from Mom.
Still at it, huh?
He's got some stamina.
No wonder...
We called Damu. What's happening?
They're not done yet.
Hey, Vinod!
Enjoying yourself in there?
Thought wed never catch you?
Relax. Your fan club's out here waiting.
Panayakat Mahesh, Prakashan, Tailor Venu, and
your close friends Murali and Mukundan.
Mahesh, open the damn door.
We grew up together, man.
So what are you afraid of?
Mahesh, open the door.
Let's talk outside.
Look at you, full of energy.
Just wait, will you?
Your grand reception's all set.
Just waiting on member
Damu and the gang.
Isnt this the same bathroom your father
falsely claimed as his?
Now youre here at night, staking
your own claim.
Whole town knows hes the
biggest flirt around.
I'm just speaking the truth, that's all.
If married women behave like this,
how do we live with any dignity?
No wonder even Lord Rama
had to test Sitas purity.
If women in this family do things
that shame us,
do you think the Panayakat family
will stay quiet?
Easy there, Ravan.
Weve got a grand ceremony planned
for you and your woman.
Be a man. Open the door.
Open it, and Ill show you,
you piece of shit.
You show up in my house
and challenge me?
You came here for your shameless affair,
you scumbag.
What's going on there?
Who's that over there?
What is it?
Whats all this commotion?
Werent you all supposed to be
in Uduma and Sullia?
Why so silent? Whats going on?
Mom, please don't make a scene.
What?
Just tell her the truth.
Mom, Nirmalas having an affair with
our neighbour Vinod.
We kept quiet so you wouldnt
mess it up.
Look, weve caught them right in the act.
We got them.
Alright, thats enough.
So, you're saying our Nirmala's in there?
Yes.
Then whos lying next to Meenu?
Your grandma?
Is she?
NIRMALA!
Does she have a twin or what?
Venu, your measurements are all wrong.
Youre doomed.
You too.
- Did they say whats goin on, member?
- No, but its something serious.
Alright, were all here.
Start explaining.
Our Nirmala...
- They deserve to hear the truth.
- I'll explain.
Weve had our eyes on him
for a while now.
And now hes turned our bathroom
into a love nest.
Guess who it is? That scumbag, Vinod.
He flirts with every woman in town.
Who knows which one's in there today.
Move.
So, whats the update?
Did we get her?
What?
If not her, then who?
Just open the damn door.
Why the hesitation? Open it!
Now!
Come out, you!
Lets give them a round of applause!
Come out, dear. Let's see
that pretty face.
It's Geetha!
Mahesh, dont hit them. Well talk
and settle this.
Settle this?
Thats not what you said
when it was your wife.
Then you wanted to trap, slap,
and drag her to court.
Now its my wife, and suddenly youre
acting all righteous?
Let go of me.
Mahesh, youve crossed the line.
Crossed the line? Really?
When it was about your sister-in-law,
you went overboard with that ridiculous map.
Now you're here lecturing me?
Let go of me.
Nirmala, these honourable men came all this
way to catch you red-handed.
Mahesh, dont...
Dont what?
Go check my dad's woodshop.
This guy drew a route map even the
military couldn't crack.
With his ever-loving brother backing him.
Where is he?
- The man who knows every woman's measurements.
- Venu!
Yes, Venu!
The genius who sizes up a womans
chest by her shadow.
Prakashan...
Nothing bad to say about him.
If not for this imbecile, Id still be
in the dark about her.
Meanwhile, someones waiting
for the verdict in Sullia
Your husband! My uncle!
That's enough!
Why blame us for your
wifes mistakes?
Ever think this is because of
how strict you were?
Now he's just rambling.
Dear... ugh, move aside!
Kumaran... Geetha is missing.
We can't find her anywhere.
What, are you blind?
There she is... Geetha!
Whatever it is, youve tarnished
the family's dignity.
Dignity?
You all showed up to watch
me with Vinod
And now you want to talk
about dignity?
Fine then. Ill give you a real show.
Enough, dear!
Havent you already made
enough of a scene?
I made a scene?
Hes been yelling this whole time.
And no one said a word.
So, now its my turn to speak.
Mahesh, have you ever once
listened to my woes?
Leave all that.
Have you ever let me watch my
favourite TV serial in peace?
Vinod was the only one whod
listen to my sorrows.
While I was grinding rice,
wheat, and chillies.
He was always there, caring for me,
comforting me.
Only he was there for me.
So tell me, if not him, who else
should I kiss?
If he asks, Ill go with him.
I will, Dad!
Where do you think you're going?
Dont stop them.
If thats what she wants, let her.
Go ask that old man of yours.
What proof does he have that
he's really your father?
Dear...
No matter what anyone says,
Ill always believe you.
Without you, this house falls apart.
Even if God himself says otherwise,
I wont doubt you.
Give him a tight slap. Right here,
in front of everyone.
That should put a permanent end to
his doubts... and your sorrows...
Got it?
Youre not coming inside
without getting a slap.
Prakashan...
We messed up. What will
Madhavan think of me?
Messed up? We caught an affair,
didnt we?
Even if the measurements were off,
the result was right.
Where to?
Go back the same way you came.
Come, dear.
Hold on a second, Geetha!
You think you can leave
just like that?
Why do you need to leave
your pant behind?
I stayed up all night stitching this for
your cousin Rajans wedding.
It doesnt belong here anymore. Take it.
Its not mine.
Then whose is it?
Venu, have your measurements
ever been right?
Here, keep it.
Oh God! All my measurements
are going wrong.
47...
48...
49...
50...
51...
52...
A fiery rumor ignited,
Awakening the moral crusader.
With the sword of justice,
its head was struck,
Silenced with ash, laid to rest,
on this very day!
Thats enough, no water.
That threads turning into a rope now.
- More like a full spool?
- Yeah!
Whoa! What is this thing?
How's it? I got it.
Pretty good, huh?
He always brings this trashy rum.
Tastes awful, headache guaranteed.
Dont blame the alcohol.
This is what the working-class drinks.
Working-class?
You dont even have a job.
That's funny.
Working-class alcohol, it seems.
And yet, here you are, chugging it down.
Like working-class has a signature brand.
Listen. You know that
Thottamveettil Reshmi, right?
How come we don't see her
around much these days?
Oh, you dont know?
Thats a long story.
You mean Thottamveettil Reshmi?
You do know they were abroad, right?
Yeah.
She moved back, but he stayed
on abroad for work.
This time, like always, he said goodbye
and left in a taxi to the airport.
For some reason, forgotten passport
or something, he came back.
And walked in to find Reshmi
with their neighbour Manoj.
He completely lost it and beat
him up. Total chaos.
Then packed her off in that same taxi.
[Everyone laughs]
She never returned after that.
- They have kids, right?
- Yes. Two.
Come on, have one more drink.
Dont complain later.
Hey, pick up the phone.
Hello.
Drink quickly.
- I'm drinking.
- Later, dont complain you didnt get any.
Ill be there soon.
Im near the flour mill.
- I'll be there soon.
- Seriously? A phone call now?
She called before we came here.
Called again now.
She'll call again.
Then why not tell her earlier?
Tell what?
That you'll be late.
Oh no, I dont want her getting
any 'other' ideas.
[Everyone laughs]
You never know what goes on in this town.
Well, my wife's chill.
She wouldnt call me even if I didnt
come home for a month.
She may not be calling you, but shes
definitely calling the neighbour.
None of you can compare
your lives to mine.
Never get married.
Just borrow 500, get drunk,
and sleep peacefully.
Where do you get 500 from?
As long as Tailor Venus alive, I'm covered.
But I pay him back, Shankar. Whenever I can.
Poor Venu. He works all day stitching,
and you just loot him.
Yeah.
Pour me one more, then I'll leave.
Okay then, Im off.
- I'm taking the left over.
- You take it.
She's calling again.
I'm leaving then.
I'm leaving too.
The guy is Vinod who owns
the local flour mill.
That scumbag jumped over the
wall and went home.
Okay!
But the girl...
Oh no... Isn't that our Madhavan's house?
An Illicit Affair
Hi Yamuna, is Venu home?
Yeah, he's here.
Haven't seen you in ages, Prakashan.
Im always here, its you I dont see.
How would you see me?
Venu never takes me anywhere.
Can you just call him?
Sure.
Hey, Venu!
Hello Venu!
Looks like Prakashan's already
tipsy this morning, huh?
No!
I'm heading in.
Bye, Yamuna Nair. My sweet girl.
What is it now?
Venu, I have something to tell you.
Listen, Prakashan.
Pay me back first, then well talk.
Thats the right thing to do.
Just hear me out, then Im gone.
Gomathis waiting for her blouse.
You just leave.
Venu, just hear me out.
I only need to know one thing.
What?
You and Panayakat Madhavan.
You're close friends, right?
Yes. Very close.
Okay, I just wanted to be sure.
What happened to Madhavan?
Nothing, yet!
But soon, hell be the laughingstock
of the whole town!
Yup.
Who do you think that temptress was?
Nirmala, maybe?
Don't talk nonsense, you dog!
Swear to God, if you keep drunkenly
blabbering, Ill kill you.
Ive got customers waiting. Im off.
Go on then.
But tomorrow, when Madhavan
gets humiliated in public,
Ill say I knew about it, and that
I had warned Venu.
Are you sure about this?
Im telling the truth, Venu.
But if you need proof, Ive got none.
Pass me a beedi first.
Madhavan gave me this land to build my shop.
If somethings up at his house,
we should tell him.
But theyre all working in Sullia.
How do we tell them?
First, I need to know if its true.
For proof,
why dont we check it out tonight?
Get lost.
I dont go peeking into peoples
bathrooms like you, you creep!
Well, it's not really peeping, if it's
outside the bathroom.
So, it's probably Nirmala, right?
Definitely not the mother.
Watch your step, the grass is thick here.
Move it, quick.
Isnt that the Panchami serial song?
My wife Yamuna watches it every day.
It's an epic show.
Ill show you something even
more epic today.
If he doesnt show up, youre going
to be in serious trouble.
Just follow me, Venu.
Watch out.
Let me turn this off. Don't trip.
Okay, sit here.
- Here?
- Yup, right here.
I sat here yesterday.
Shell come right near the bathroom.
Hell jump the wall from that side.
Through there?
Prakashan...
Looks like everyone's asleep.
All lights were off when I came yesterday.
So, you came at the same time yesterday?
Yeah. When I passed the field, I could
hear the serial song.
So, the time it takes to get here from there.
Then why isn't he here?
He'll come.
- Look, the lights are on.
- Yup, I see them.
- Now it's off.
- Yeah.
[Dog barking]
I dont see anyone.
Venu, look!
Did you see that?
Look, Venu!
Venu! Hey Venu!
What did he throw at the dog?
No clue.
Look again, Venu!
How about now, huh?
I can't see clearly, Prakashan.
See that papaya tree, Venu?
If we move closer, it'll be more clear.
Come on, let's go.
Sit here.
- Prakashan...
- What?
Theres nettle here, be careful.
Then this is the right spot.
Cause I got stung yesterday.
I can't hear anything.
In that case let's get Dolby Ravi tomorrow
to set up some speakers for you. Okay?
Good idea.
Get lost, you jerk.
Where did they go?
Where the hell did they go?
Could they have seen us?
No chance, were too far.
Damn it!
- Hey
- What?
They went into the bathroom.
Well, that didn't happen yesterday.
Damn it!
Hey.
When they come out.
We need to see her face.
- Venu...
- What?
Squatting this long is giving me urges.
Hold it in your stomach or Ill kill you.
Like you couldn't pick a better time.
Prakashan...
See that Jasmine plant?
If we move there...
Well get a clearer look.
Let's go.
Did you see her face, Venu?
Got a glimpse.
Judging by the shadow and its measurement,
it's definitely Nirmala.
You figured that from a shadow?
I know a thing or two myself.
Besides, I stitch her blouses.
14-36-30
Mary... Sushamma...
Where is she?
Got it. Nirmala...
14-34-30
But you said 36, not 34.
Thats two extra inches.
I've got something you dont.
The tailor shop?
Idiot! A brain.
During Onam, all the women in this town
get too lazy to cook at home.
So they all order from Gopalan's hotel.
They feast like queens, and
blow up like balloons.
Adding a few extra inches in the process.
So you're saying after Onam,
all the women gain two inches?
Yes.
Even your Yamuna?
Of course!
Prakashan...
Dont you dare measure my wife.
Him and his nonsense.
Forget all that.
Why don't we focus on your grandma
Narayani's measurements instead?
This was before Onam...
Narayani, where you at?
There she is.
See? Its gone up.
Forget that.
Where is She?
Sushamma. Here she is...
This was before Onam.
See?
Did it increase?
My Ravaneshwaram Van Heusen...
Youre bloody brilliant.
Do you get it now?
Prakashan, women might deceive.
But these numbers never lie.
Thats Nirmala for sure.
Yup.
It is Nirmala.
Theres been a feud between Madhavans
and Vinods families for ages.
What's the reason?
That's a long story.
Forget the stories, call Madhavan first.
Hes too old for news like this.
If he hears this and gets a shock, Ill be
blamed for his heart attack.
Alright, tell Mukundan then.
Right...
How do you even tell a husband his
wifes cheating on him?
Stop talking nonsense.
Alright, at least tell Murali.
Someones got to know.
That's right.
We'll tell Murali.
Hes got brains.
Hell deal with it wisely.
Hello, Murali.
It's me. Venu.
Tell me, Venu.
Just tell him, Venu.
Dad...
Dad...
What is it?
I got a call from Venu.
He had something explosive to say.
What?
Our Nirmala and that Vinod
How do we show our faces
in town after this?
Venu said he saw it happen.
Did Venu say he saw it?
Yes.
But please, don't stress about it.
It might not even be true.
If Venu saw it...
Theres definitely something to it.
Mukundan!
Mukundan!
Hold this.
Hes lost in his own world, as always.
There are times I wonder...
If he's really my son.
Dont say a word to him now.
Go home.
Find out the truth and come back.
Then well decide whats next.
Okay, dad.
Murali...
Don't take this lightly.
Be careful with everything.
I know you and Vinod dont get along.
Dont use this as an excuse
to settle your issues.
Just do what I say.
Come on!
Let's head straight to Venu's shop.
I need this more than you do.
Let's go!
Venu, is this all true?
Murali...
You know how Madhavan and I are.
I wouldn't say anything without a reason.
We saw it with our own eyes.
You shut up.
We both saw it happen.
Sheesh!
You really think shed do that?
Thats what Venus saying.
I didnt mean it like that.
That's exactly what you meant.
You shut up.
Murali, now that you're here...
See it for yourself.
Or else youll say Venu made it up
and Ill lose my peace of mind.
What is all this, man?
Nidheesh...
Right now, only the four of us know.
No one else should hear about this.
Yup.
Dad knows.
He knows?
That's why he sent me here.
Then it stays between the five of us.
No one else...
Prakashan...
If you spill a word, Ill beat
the hell out of you.
Thats not a threat. Thats a promise.
Got it.
Dont go home tonight.
Ill be back by night.
Get up.
Let's go.
Murali...
Dont let your issues with
Vinod mess this up.
Let things unfold first.
Hey Mukundan!
Here!
Got the colour you wanted.
Had to check a few shops.
Wasnt easy to find.
Its her favourite colour!
Whats Vinod got to lose? Hes single.
He does as he pleases.
Hes always had issues with Murali.
And clearly a soft spot
for the women in their house.
You could tell from the other night.
Thats not what worries me.
I just hope Murali keeps his cool,
given their history.
Whats their beef anyway?
Long story. Might be true, might not.
Tell me, Venu. Ive got nothing
better to do.
Both these families were really close once.
Madhavans dad sold Vinods family
a five-cent plot.
But kept it a secret.
Day before signing the documents,
a coconut fell on him. Dead.
Now Vinods family claims...
Madhavans bathroom is on their land.
You think they let that go?
That's when the fights started, and
everything else followed.
Now, they dont even speak to each other.
Venu...
No wonder Vinod sneaks into
that bathroom at night.
He's claiming his 'share' for his affairs.
You're right.
Its definitely an illicit affair.
I just can't process it.
Anyway, we'll know for sure today.
Why not just catch them
in the act tonight?
No, not yet.
We need to hear what my
brother decides first.
Then well act.
Hello.
Yeah, tell me.
Are you coming home late?
May be. What do you want?
Just wondering when to expect you.
Why do you care?
Stop nagging me. Who made you
my timekeeper?
I just asked if I should save dinner.
Do whatever you want.
So... you're not coming?
Just hang up and leave me alone.
It was Nisha.
She's such a pain.
Always calling, always asking
when Ill be back.
So bloody annoying.
We should all leave before the serial starts.
We all?
Yes, all of us. Who else?
What is this, a temple festival?
If we all show up, itll cause a scene.
Everyone will know.
Only the two of us will go.
He says if we all go, it'll look like a festival,
so we should stay back.
What the hell?
We did all the digging, and now
we're sidelined?
It's fine, let it go.
Screw it.
We can't just let this slide.
Its fine if were not part of it.
Just dont mess this up.
Stick to the plan.
Yeah, whatever.
- Am I right?
- Yes.
Venu, something doesnt add up.
Didnt the dog bark when it
all happened?
That's the strange part.
Not a single bark.
We saw him throw something at the dog.
Yeah, we saw that.
- Hey, it's the serial song.
- Yeah, that's the one.
Murali... Murali, wait!
- How will we know what happens there?
- Exactly.
Do I have to report to you now?
Venu, stop by tomorrow morning.
Ill fill you in.
Okay, Ill come.
Murali, hope you remember
what we talked about.
Well, you can't forget that, can you?
You go.
All the best, Murali!
While my house is burning,
he says all the best.
[Venu] First, go sit under the banana tree.
Five minutes after the serial ends,
the light in Nirmala's room will turn on.
Murali...
No matter how tough I try to be,
sitting in the dark still creeps me out.
Relax. I'm right here.
[Venu] Two minutes later,
the lights will go off.
[Both] It's off!
[Venu] Now count to twenty.
Now you'll see Nirmala by the bathroom.
Its Nirmala!
[Venu] Count to twenty again,
and Vinod will join her.
Now Vinod will jump the wall.
It's time.
Where is he?
How should I know?
Call him and ask.
Woah, alright!
What did Venu say to do next?
[Venu] There's a papaya tree straight ahead.
Move slowly towards it.
Where are you going?
Venu said to go to the papaya tree.
If we move now, she'll spot us.
Or worse, what if he walks in right then?
Lets just stay here. Its safer.
Hell show up any second now.
Why don't we go, Venu?
Wait, lets give it a bit more time.
But...
Yamunas alone at home, isnt she?
Yeah, lets go.
Damn it!
Can't believe that scumbag
Vinod hasn't showed up.
Shes still there.
So hell definitely come.
Weve waited this long, we might
as well stay a bit longer.
Shes gone!
How come the lights are off?
Yamuna...
Yamuna...
It's locked? Yamuna...
[Prakashan] Why don't we go, Venu?
Yamunas alone at home, isnt she?
Oh, youre back.
Where were you lurking in the dark?
- Power was out since evening, I got scared.
- Why didn't you call me?
As if youd come.
I went to Sharadas place.
This is 14-37-33.
All that doubt for nothing.
Yamuna!
My sweet Yamuna!
Hey, Sarojini.
Well, well, look who it is.
Its me, Venu.
What brings you here
this early in the morning?
Should we have come at night instead?
We heard Murali's here.
He showed up late last night.
No sense of time, that one.
Just waltzes in whenever,
knowing someone will open the door.
Well...
He came from Sullia, mightve gotten late.
Oh, please.
His fathers the same.
No calls, no updates.
They just expect women to cook,
clean and wait.
So, where is he?
Out back, brushing his teeth. Been at it
an hour. Go check.
Let him brush.
This dog is doing your job for you.
Come on, you dog.
Murali...
Couldnt sleep at all, had to know
what went down.
So, did they show up?
Nope!
He didnt show up.
We waited all night.
Forget it then.
Only he and I know in this town.
And it stays that way.
Erase it.
Let's go.
Venu...
I said he didnt come.
But she did.
She came?
Only thing missing was this.
Venu...
Want some tea?
Already had one.
Mom...
Im heading to the flour mill.
Where's the wheat?
By the kitchen door.
Take it from there.
Vinods mill?
Headed to Vinods mill?
Yeah, where else?
Venu...
Its not over yet.
In a world full of desires,
Will a flicker of doubt cloud the light within?
By the world's waves,
A pot is shattered
And soon enough,
a line forms to claim its place.
Slowly, slowly...
The story grows heavy.
And a tiny seed of doubt
begins to bloom.
Shame on you
Nirmala
Isn't this betrayal?
Don't cross the line!
Shame on you
Nirmala
It is clear now,
You're heading for disgrace.
A show, a swirl,
Like a peacock in pride.
A race without a finish line,
And somewhere in between,
A reckless, swaying drift.
A gaze from head to toe,
A probing glance.
The illicit truth lays bare at last.
Down the narrow path,
the ants' chariot marches on.
A smile, oh that smile,
The sly smirk of some,
As if it carries a
hundred secrets at once.
Is this the harsh truth?
To truly discern,
These restless souls keep circling.
Shame on you
Nirmala
Isn't this betrayal?
Don't cross the line!
Had I known you were coming,
I'd have sent this with you.
I had come to buy a magazine.
Mom asked me to stop by here.
Take this.
Vinod, havent seen you around lately.
Oh please, his schedules way too packed.
Bye, sister. See you, Vinod.
Is it wheat?
We need to know what theyre saying.
Relax, I got this.
Lip-reading...
Why didnt you come last night?
I wasn't in the mood.
Ill be there tonight. Lets have
some fun.
No, no, no...
The brother's at home.
Get lost, will you?
There's no way thats what
they actually said.
Stop making things up.
Making what up?
Im an expert at lip-reading.
- Ive got years of Dubsmash experience.
- That's true.
Also, I kinda overheard a bit of
what they were saying.
Heard or not, theres clearly
something going on.
See? Now you know Venu doesnt say
things just for the heck of it.
This is so embarrassing, Venu.
Dont worry.
Lets wait for Mukundan to decide.
Im with you.
Me too.
Yes.
Hello, Dad.
My God!
What am I hearing?
Should we just tell him?
Absolutely.
But I cant do it alone.
You come here.
Well break it to him together.
Here.
Dear...
Give it a red shade, itll look nice.
No, I dont want red. I want blue.
Fine.
Bye, dear.
Checking out, sir?
Checking out?
Yes.
Check-in at night, check-out in the morning.
So, its like a hotel, right?
Oh, so youre keeping tabs on everyones
comings and goings at night?
What?
What are you mumbling?
Speak up.
And he really thinks no one
understands anything?
There he goes.
Bet hell be back tomorrow.
No class today?
Class?
Its done. Got the certificate and everything.
Someone even came to see me yesterday.
Didn't like him.
Why not?
Hes not good-looking enough for me.
Oh really? So whos
your type, Miss Perfect?
Someone slim like me...
With straight long hair. If there's a guy
like that, I'll consider.
Then why not put out an ad in the paper?
No need. Plenty of them around here.
Oh? Got someone in mind?
Should I tell your brother?
God, no! Please dont make
things worse for me.
Ill handle it myself.
Can't believe shes been fooling Mukundan.
I'm more worried about the kid.
What if she just leaves the child
and runs off?
No point in what ifs now.
We'll have to make some tough decisions.
If not, thisll blow up into a scandal.
And my brother Mukundan
God knows how hell react.
True.
But he has to know the truth.
Be brave. Just tell him.
If hes on board...
Theres a plan.
Whatever it is, keep me in the loop.
When did you get here?
Just now.
Did you get home late last night?
Oh, did your wife snitch on me?
No, I saw it on the CCTV.
How else would I know?
Were you out with Nidheesh?
Nothing like that.
Shes just imagining things.
Hows mom? Shes doing okay, right?
Yeah.
Can you come for a sec? Dads calling you.
Did you bring the design?
Design?
Yeah.
Dad said you went to get it from Babu.
Didnt get it.
Handle this for me.
So, all that effort was for nothing?
Listen, son. I need to tell you
something important.
Dont panic, though.
You can either divorce her.
Or try to fix things and stay together.
If thats even possible.
Right now, those are your only options.
You need to decide.
Ill be at the front.
You sure about what you saw?
She didnt say anything when she called.
Why would she talk about this?
Pass me a cigarette.
Tell dad Ill be back in a bit.
Hey, Venu.
What now?
Lets go to the flour mill.
To see if she actually goes
there every day.
Ive got five blouses to stitch today.
No way Im shutting shop.
Work, work, work! Thats all
you care about.
A scandal's brewing and were
sitting here clueless.
Venu...
Murali shouldve reached by now, right?
Yeah.
So why hasnt he called?
Lets call him.
You do it.
It's ringing.
Yeah, Venu.
Murali, whats the situation there?
We told him. Hes completely
stressed out.
Can I talk to him?
Where do you think he goes
when he's stressed?
You know where.
Oh no not the toilet!
Yeah.
Hes in there with a cigarette.
Some things never change, huh?
Tell him not to worry.
Weve got his back, no matter
what he decides.
Right?
Venu, Ill call you back.
He just stepped out. Let me
check on him.
A decision will be made today.
Venu.
What?
Do you have 500 bucks to spare?
Ill return it after we catch Nirmala.
You dont work but want money.
No chance.
I said i'll return it after we catch her.
Must be Murali.
What now?
You promised me a movie today.
Why arent you here yet?
Its already late.
Oh please!
The movies running all week.
Prameelas wedding's in two days.
Ive got to give her the blouse.
Perfect. Go marry the blouse then.
I know what to do.
Yeah, sure. Why not?
Bye!
Venu, what did Murali say?
Said not to give any money to that
drunkard Prakashan.
Says he'll never pay it back.
Stay here, Ill be back.
Im divorcing her, Dad.
But...
Im not letting her walk away that easy.
Dad!
Should we head back and deal with
those two properly?
That's not enough.
We need to catch them red-handed.
In front of everyone.
You two head home.
Talk to Kumaran. Make a plan.
Ill take care of things here.
Here, some Mysore Pak for your daughter.
Wipe that frown off your face.
Shell get suspicious.
That won't work.
Act normal. Like always.
And dont try to act smart.
We both know youre not.
Keep the saree in your bag.
Like always, hand it over with
that usual smile of yours.
Dad!
Dad!
Didnt you just check-out this morning?
Forgot something.
What?
Look... Mysore Pak.
Why is your hair like this?
Exactly!
She wont let us cut it.
And now it's all curly.
Nobody in this familys got hair like that.
Oh, you're back.
You didnt pick up my call.
Couldn't you at least inform us?
Give it to me.
No need, Ill bring it.
You go.
Ill make you some tea, then.
Why the long face?
Don't forget what dad said.
Just act normal.
Do you have any clothes to wash?
Thought youd forgotten.
I don't forget that easily.
Why are you being so stiff?
Not enough staff at work.
So I've to leave early.
Bit bummed about it.
Murali comes by often.
Why cant you? Im here alone.
You like being alone, don't you?
Fine. Do one thing...
Move to Dubai. Come back
in a few years.
Ill wait.
My brother mightve picked
the wrong girl for you.
But his taste in Mysore Pak
is always spot on.
Just got here?
Yeah, just now.
Temple work done?
Not yet.
Thats why we're here to see Uncle.
You know its our familys turn to do
the temple ritual, right?
Yeah.
The festival kicks off on the 15th.
Will Madhavan be here by then?
Dont know, Aunt.
Just tell me if hes not coming.
If he isnt, your uncle will have to do it.
Thats enough talk. Go bring the boys
something to drink.
Theyve come to discuss the new temple.
No use saying anything to these women.
But we have to loop in Rema and Radha.
What for?
If this is going to work,
we need their help.
Shh... shes coming. Shalu!
How many times do I have to tell you...?
Come home straight from work.
What if theres traffic, should I grow wings?
Leave it, Mahesh.
Shes only a girl.
Yeah, sure.
Youre the last person who
should say that.
Keep women on a tight leash.
Or theyll start ruling over us.
Be it your mom, sister, or wife,
always stay alert.
Whats all the noise outside?
Mahesh blew up at me the
minute I walked in.
Maybe try entering without drama?
What did I even do?
You know your brother better than I do.
Theyre here to talk temple business.
Hes probably just stressed about that.
Even your dad gave me an earful earlier.
Maybe you guys are used to their attitude.
But Im not.
Don't worry, Mukundan. We're all
here for you.
Yeah, sure. Is that why Im in
the mess Im in?
He was working in Periya for two weeks.
That day, I was held up at the woodshop.
You can't see a thing from there.
It's not just that day, Uncle.
They meet up often.
Hey Mukundan.
We cant just sit around.
So what do we do now?
We smash Vinods face in, what else?
Are you dumb?
Do that, and the whole town will
turn on us.
We need to trap him.
Murali knows what to do.
Brilliant, as always.
The only brilliant mind in this family.
Isnt it time to turn it off?
Where were you?
You didnt even bother
taking your phone.
Our daughter waited forever
and then fell asleep.
You go serve them dinner now.
Im way too sleepy to do it.
We ate at Uncles place.
Whats with all the jasmine smell?
The plant near the bathroom
just bloomed.
You seem to know that bathroom
like the back of your hand.
Now where are you off to?
The dogs going off again.
I'll take a look and come.
And maybe get a whiff of
your jasmine too.
Probably spotted a cat, Mukundan.
A cat, is it?
Did you see it?
Ill catch that sneaky little cat.
Bro, I'm leaving.
Just going to Uncles. Nowhere else.
Okay.
You look tired. What's wrong?
It's nothing.
Just feeling very sleepy.
Mornings feel impossible lately.
Doesnt feel like fever.
Mom, whats this?
What?
Where did you find this?
Near the dog.
Probably some bird dropped it.
Just throw it out.
Go wash your hands.
Aunt said you guys were here.
Safe to talk here.
Otherwise the whole town would've
heard by now.
Let me call Rema first.
Not from here.
The jackfruit tree ensures an auspicious start.
Make the call under it.
Lord, bless me. You too, jackfruit tree.
Yeah, Murali.
Hey Murali, Tell me.
Need to tell you something.
These endless hells...
These unbearable pains...
I'm past being shocked,
Just breaking down.
Everyone knows...
I've been cast out...
The flood of shame...
Has now drowned me...
The illicit affair's hidden ill,
Now cries for all to hear.
Well finalize the plan.
Then we'll update you.
We've got to catch them red-handed.
Right in the act!
I knew it the day she started
wearing makeup.
Keep this between us.
Like I have anyone to tell.
Nice masala.
Mom, only chillies for the mill?
Wheat's not dry enough.
- Then we'll grind it tomorrow.
- Yeah.
Need any vegetables?
We're stocked for now.
Sorry. Get get some shallots.
Okay.
Mom, give Mukundan tea when he comes.
Hell be in the bathroom for a while.
Sure.
Where are you off to?
To the flour mill.
To grind the chillies.
And you dressed up for that?
Dressed up?
You cant wear this now.
I didnt buy this saree for the flour mill.
Then whats the grand occasion?
Dad and the sons go temple-hopping.
While we sit at home and rot.
If we dont keep working,
will you all starve?
Nice logic.
You and your father never take us anywhere,
and you won't let us go either.
But you go out in style,
with your friends.
Dont drag my friends into this.
If not for them, we'd never know
whats really going on here.
So the sarees the problem now?
Fine, Ill change.
Wait, dear...
Heres a 10 discount for Nisha.
Oh!
Hey!
Hey, Mukundan!
Long time no see.
Ive been busy.
In Sullia these days.
I know.
I meet Nirmala often.
What's for grinding?
It's...
Chillies.
Oh, Guntur chillies.
Nirmalas masala is going to be next level.
When are you heading back?
Soon.
Won't be a nuisance to anyone.
Your move.
Kumaran...
Looks like we'll be stuck here snacking
on mixture for a while.
Why, did Yamuna find someone else?
Oh, Shut up!
What nonsense.
Hanging out with you was the biggest
mistake I ever made.
Isn't it?
Relax, don't make a scene.
Pull one out now.
Uncle!
I just saw that lowlife scoundrel, Vinod.
The home-wrecking scumbag admitted it himself.
That he meets Nirmala often.
No more waiting.
Murali...
Tell us your plan.
What?
What's he doing?
No idea.
Some genius-level scheming, I guess.
You think he carved those
figurines for nothing?
Alright, everyone, listen up.
See this picture?
This is our blueprint.
Ive gathered all the intel on this place,
like a proper mastermind.
Hey.
This isnt that.
Right, we start here.
Once the meeting's over, Mukundan
heads straight home.
[Murali] Everything has to look normal.
If all goes well...
This'll be your last night with Nirmala.
Be careful.
Shell play the emotional card.
Don't fall for it.
Was it the saree that bothered you?
I just wanted to show off a little.
Didnt know you were this possessive.
Never seen this side of you.
But I like it.
[Murali] Dont fall for her act.
Just think of that dirtbag Vinod.
And youll never look at her
the same again.
[Murali] Tomorrow morning,
the lamps will be lit at the goddess's temple.
Uncle will first pray for Mukundan to
keep him safe from his enemies.
Then hell call dad.
Oh divine mother.
Please make that scumbag
jump the wall tonight.
To seal the case,
we need someone reliable from
outside to back us up.
Dad will know who to bring in.
If it's about trust...
Call Member Damu.
He made a fortune by illegally cutting
down that temple tree.
Only I know about it.
So he wont dare cross us.
Okay.
[Murali] After a while, like always,
Mom will call us for breakfast.
Well sit together like we always do.
And first up, her legendary dry puttu.
Super soft as ever.
Just eat it.
[Murali] The only good thing is Nirmalas lentil curry.
That you can trust.
Say what you want about Nirmala, shes hands
down the best cook.
Come, sit with us.
Its okay. Ill eat later in the kitchen.
Okay.
Didnt you say we should
just ignore her?
Bro, this could be our
last supper with her.
- [Nidheesh] You mean breakfast?
- Huh?
Its not the last supper.
Its the last breakfast.
[Murali] Next mission: the water tank.
Venu, you might have to climb it.
Not just the water tank.
For Madhavans family,
Id climb the moon.
- Wouldn't I?
- Of course!
[Murali] Borrow a ladder from Ambadis house.
Hey, Venu. Where are you going with
the snake and ladder?
What are you, some kind of angel?
[Murali] If people see you at the tank,
theyll ask questions.
Hey Venu, what are you doing?
Tank's full of sludge.
So I thought I'd check it.
At least once in five years, we should
pretend to care, right?
In that dried-up tank?
While youre up there, see if you
can spot our house.
Also, Mahesh!
Make sure to call everyone
Dad mentioned.
Done.
Hello.
Hello.
Hello.
What is it, Mahesh?
Really?
Nidheesh!
Yes.
Go to Kunjambu Textiles.
[Murali] You'll find Krishnan there.
He'll give you a bag.
Swami Sharanam.
Ayyappa Sharanam.
Black is the best disguise at night.
Alright, were clear on our positions and
tasks. So, whats the plan?
Listen carefully.
Were here at Uncles place now.
This is our house.
Over here is the "playroom".
I mean, the bathroom.
Thats the scumbag Vinod's house.
There's Venus shop.
And right next to it, the water tank.
That water tank's key to the plan,
so stay sharp.
[Murali] Ill leave home by 9:30
in the morning.
Mom, bless me.
What kind of blessing?
Just bless me.
May you get a middle seat in the bus.
A blessing isnt something
to joke about.
Bro, you leave by 10:30. Say Babu called you
for work at Uduma temple.
Couldve told me earlier, Id have
sent some flour for Radha.
Why?
Doesnt she have a flour mill
near her house?
[Murali] When you see Meenu,
you might even forgive Nirmala.
Come here, give Dad a kiss.
[Murali] But think of Vinod...
and our family.
- Get me a glass of water.
- Sure.
[Murali] Well find a way to bring
Meenu back.
That's a promise.
And if not... well, you can always
make another baby.
Moving forward without losing hope,
that's what makes us stronger.
When you get here...
[Mahesh] Stop right there!
Huh?
What are you doing here?
Came to get the cups.
Did you bring the tea here?
Nope.
Then I know how to take them back.
Great. I hope you know how to
wash them too?
My wife will wash them.
Oh, nice.
- Stop messing around, Prakashan.
- Me?
Alright!
So now...
[Murali] Everyone stays here till it's dark.
Nirmala will call to check if you're coming home.
Don't pick up!
[Murali] Shell get restless
and call Radha next.
She'll ask if Mukundan's there.
What fish did you get today?
We got mackeral.
Oh, we got chicken here.
You got chicken?
[Murali] She'll make small talk first...
But eventually, shell ask the big question.
If Mukundan is coming home, I need to prepare.
I called him.
He didnt pick up.
Oh, theyre busy. Babu said
the work wont finish today.
By the way, Mukundan's staying
here tonight.
[Murali] Once Nirmala hangs up, Radha will call us.
Murali, she called.
Told her everything,
just like you said.
[Murali] Thats our signal.
So, we can confirm Vinods
coming tonight.
[Murali] Mahesh... you and Uncle leave,
say there's urgent work at Periya.
Shalu!
Shalu!
Your sister's in her room.
Dont expect her before sunrise.
Mom!
We got a call from Periya.
Another 10 minutes of work left at the woodshop.
After that, were leaving.
We'll be back only in the morning.
Then turn off the TV and go to bed.
Look at him go. Bloody SERIAL KILLER!
[Murali] Meanwhile, Mom and Nirmala have no idea.
Theyre glued to their serial at home.
And that wraps up Phase One.
Now, onto Phase Two.
When you catch him, go straight
for the family jewels.
Consider it a service to our bloodline.
No bloodshed, though.
You have do it.
Whatever happens, dont use iron.
Wood can be trusted, iron can't.
Mahesh, stay where theres signal.
There must be no delay in calling Damu.
We cant hold him long.
- Venu...
- Yes.
- Is the ladder ready?
- Ready!
Okay, everyone, put your phones
in the bucket.
Why, Murali?
Once we start, our focus stays on
the mission. Nothing else.
So, all phones off. Into the bucket.
Uncle keeps the bucket.
I don't want any compromise on
this mission. Are you clear?
ROGER THAT!
Murali...
I can hear the serials song.
Its time.
May you succeed.
Oh, Cupid, may your timing
be perfect for once.
Alright, lets move.
Madhavan, Ill grab something to eat.
Lets go through the front route.
Its easier.
We wait here for now.
We'll move towards the banana tree
when there's an opening.
From here, we can spot our next point.
Nirmala, its on.
Damn it!
I think Tiger heard us.
Prakashan, its over.
Tiger just blew the plan.
Whys Tiger going off like this?
Dad, the dog's barking. Think itll
raise suspicion?
Relax. Lets see how long he
keeps it up.
Our mastermind forgot to factor in
Tiger into the plan.
Instead of peeking from here, grab a torch
and take a look outside.
He doesnt bark for nothing.
Bro!
Ill go check on Tiger.
If he keeps barking, we're done for.
- Bro!
- Yeah.
Looks like the whole plan's falling apart.
If she flashes that torch,
Muralis toast.
Did she notice anything?
Hes nuts. Theres nothing here.
She just came out, checked
and went back in.
Bro...
You head to the banana tree.
How will you shut him up?
Vinod feeds him drugged bones
to keep him quiet.
Do you have the same?
Nope. But that scumbag Vinod
will surely have some.
Tiger's our boy. Ill talk to him.
Tiger...
Be a good boy. Just 15 minutes
of silence, please.
Venu, whats going on?
I think Muralis with the dog.
Mission accomplished.
He's quiet now.
We have to catch the creep messing
with our family. Clear?
Dont blow this, please.
Can you make my bed, dear?
Did you take your blood pressure tablet?
Wasnt that the pill you gave me earlier?
That was something else.
I'll bring it. Take it and sleep.
Bro, shes slick.
Shes giving mom sleeping pills,
calling them pressure meds.
Oh God!
No wonder Moms always drowsy.
Good heavens, I married a CYANIDE JOLLY!
Bro, the serials over.
- Showtime. Get ready. You too.
- Gosh, okay.
Mahesh, the serials done.
Pass me a cigarette.
Oh, sure. Just what we need right now.
Whats that supposed to mean?
If you smoke, youll get the 'urge'.
Then well have to drag all three of you
out of the bathroom.
Venu, lights are on!
Nidheesh, lights are on!
Same old. Well have to wait till
she turns them off.
Nidheesh, lights are off!
Shell come in 20 seconds,
and hell jump in 40.
She should be there by now,
waiting for him.
I just hope he shows up already.
That scoundrel mustve jumped by now.
Got an itch, huh? Let me scratch
it for you.
Please dont cry and make a scene.
They've started.
But our job isnt over yet.
Theyre in the bathroom, time to go.
Prakashan, lights are on.
Nailed it, man, nailed it.
Like Sanju Samson hitting a century.
Nidheesh, lights are on. Run for it.
Mahesh, theyve got him cornered.
You hurry up. Get Damu and the rest.
Ill make the call.
Also, drop by my place and
inform them too.
It's over, Vinod.
The moment they come out,
theyre getting slapped.
One from you, one from Mom.
Still at it, huh?
He's got some stamina.
No wonder...
We called Damu. What's happening?
They're not done yet.
Hey, Vinod!
Enjoying yourself in there?
Thought wed never catch you?
Relax. Your fan club's out here waiting.
Panayakat Mahesh, Prakashan, Tailor Venu, and
your close friends Murali and Mukundan.
Mahesh, open the damn door.
We grew up together, man.
So what are you afraid of?
Mahesh, open the door.
Let's talk outside.
Look at you, full of energy.
Just wait, will you?
Your grand reception's all set.
Just waiting on member
Damu and the gang.
Isnt this the same bathroom your father
falsely claimed as his?
Now youre here at night, staking
your own claim.
Whole town knows hes the
biggest flirt around.
I'm just speaking the truth, that's all.
If married women behave like this,
how do we live with any dignity?
No wonder even Lord Rama
had to test Sitas purity.
If women in this family do things
that shame us,
do you think the Panayakat family
will stay quiet?
Easy there, Ravan.
Weve got a grand ceremony planned
for you and your woman.
Be a man. Open the door.
Open it, and Ill show you,
you piece of shit.
You show up in my house
and challenge me?
You came here for your shameless affair,
you scumbag.
What's going on there?
Who's that over there?
What is it?
Whats all this commotion?
Werent you all supposed to be
in Uduma and Sullia?
Why so silent? Whats going on?
Mom, please don't make a scene.
What?
Just tell her the truth.
Mom, Nirmalas having an affair with
our neighbour Vinod.
We kept quiet so you wouldnt
mess it up.
Look, weve caught them right in the act.
We got them.
Alright, thats enough.
So, you're saying our Nirmala's in there?
Yes.
Then whos lying next to Meenu?
Your grandma?
Is she?
NIRMALA!
Does she have a twin or what?
Venu, your measurements are all wrong.
Youre doomed.
You too.
- Did they say whats goin on, member?
- No, but its something serious.
Alright, were all here.
Start explaining.
Our Nirmala...
- They deserve to hear the truth.
- I'll explain.
Weve had our eyes on him
for a while now.
And now hes turned our bathroom
into a love nest.
Guess who it is? That scumbag, Vinod.
He flirts with every woman in town.
Who knows which one's in there today.
Move.
So, whats the update?
Did we get her?
What?
If not her, then who?
Just open the damn door.
Why the hesitation? Open it!
Now!
Come out, you!
Lets give them a round of applause!
Come out, dear. Let's see
that pretty face.
It's Geetha!
Mahesh, dont hit them. Well talk
and settle this.
Settle this?
Thats not what you said
when it was your wife.
Then you wanted to trap, slap,
and drag her to court.
Now its my wife, and suddenly youre
acting all righteous?
Let go of me.
Mahesh, youve crossed the line.
Crossed the line? Really?
When it was about your sister-in-law,
you went overboard with that ridiculous map.
Now you're here lecturing me?
Let go of me.
Nirmala, these honourable men came all this
way to catch you red-handed.
Mahesh, dont...
Dont what?
Go check my dad's woodshop.
This guy drew a route map even the
military couldn't crack.
With his ever-loving brother backing him.
Where is he?
- The man who knows every woman's measurements.
- Venu!
Yes, Venu!
The genius who sizes up a womans
chest by her shadow.
Prakashan...
Nothing bad to say about him.
If not for this imbecile, Id still be
in the dark about her.
Meanwhile, someones waiting
for the verdict in Sullia
Your husband! My uncle!
That's enough!
Why blame us for your
wifes mistakes?
Ever think this is because of
how strict you were?
Now he's just rambling.
Dear... ugh, move aside!
Kumaran... Geetha is missing.
We can't find her anywhere.
What, are you blind?
There she is... Geetha!
Whatever it is, youve tarnished
the family's dignity.
Dignity?
You all showed up to watch
me with Vinod
And now you want to talk
about dignity?
Fine then. Ill give you a real show.
Enough, dear!
Havent you already made
enough of a scene?
I made a scene?
Hes been yelling this whole time.
And no one said a word.
So, now its my turn to speak.
Mahesh, have you ever once
listened to my woes?
Leave all that.
Have you ever let me watch my
favourite TV serial in peace?
Vinod was the only one whod
listen to my sorrows.
While I was grinding rice,
wheat, and chillies.
He was always there, caring for me,
comforting me.
Only he was there for me.
So tell me, if not him, who else
should I kiss?
If he asks, Ill go with him.
I will, Dad!
Where do you think you're going?
Dont stop them.
If thats what she wants, let her.
Go ask that old man of yours.
What proof does he have that
he's really your father?
Dear...
No matter what anyone says,
Ill always believe you.
Without you, this house falls apart.
Even if God himself says otherwise,
I wont doubt you.
Give him a tight slap. Right here,
in front of everyone.
That should put a permanent end to
his doubts... and your sorrows...
Got it?
Youre not coming inside
without getting a slap.
Prakashan...
We messed up. What will
Madhavan think of me?
Messed up? We caught an affair,
didnt we?
Even if the measurements were off,
the result was right.
Where to?
Go back the same way you came.
Come, dear.
Hold on a second, Geetha!
You think you can leave
just like that?
Why do you need to leave
your pant behind?
I stayed up all night stitching this for
your cousin Rajans wedding.
It doesnt belong here anymore. Take it.
Its not mine.
Then whose is it?
Venu, have your measurements
ever been right?
Here, keep it.
Oh God! All my measurements
are going wrong.
47...
48...
49...
50...
51...
52...
A fiery rumor ignited,
Awakening the moral crusader.
With the sword of justice,
its head was struck,
Silenced with ash, laid to rest,
on this very day!