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Give me a thin pour, like a thread. That’s enough, no water.

That thread’s 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.

Don’t blame the alcohol. This is what the working-class drinks.

Working-class? You don’t 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 don’t know? That’s 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. Don’t complain later.

Hey, pick up the phone.

Hello.

Drink quickly.

- I'm drinking. - Later, don’t complain you didn’t get any.

I’ll be there soon.

I’m 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 don’t want her getting any 'other' ideas.

[Everyone laughs]

You never know what goes on in this town.

Well, my wife's chill.

She wouldn’t call me even if I didn’t come home for a month.

She may not be calling you, but she’s 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 Venu’s 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, I’m off.

- I'm taking the left over. - You take it.

She's calling again.

I'm leaving then.

I'm leaving too.

[Malayalam TV serial playing in the background]

[Soft kissing noises]

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

[Venu singing off-key]

Hi Yamuna, is Venu home?

Yeah, he's here.

Haven't seen you in ages, Prakashan.

I’m always here, it’s you I don’t see.

How would you see me? Venu never takes me anywhere.

Can you just call him?

Sure.

Hey, Venu!

[Venu singing a romantic song]

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 we’ll talk. That’s the right thing to do.

Just hear me out, then I’m gone.

Gomathi’s 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, he’ll 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, I’ll kill you.

I’ve got customers waiting. I’m off.

Go on then.

But tomorrow, when Madhavan gets humiliated in public,

I’ll say I knew about it, and that I had warned Venu.

Are you sure about this?

I’m telling the truth, Venu.

But if you need proof, I’ve got none.

Pass me a beedi first.

Madhavan gave me this land to build my shop.

If something’s up at his house, we should tell him.

But they’re all working in Sullia.

How do we tell them?

First, I need to know if it’s true.

For proof,

why don’t we check it out tonight?

Get lost.

I don’t go peeking into people’s 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.

[TV serial song playing in the background]

Isn’t that the Panchami serial song?

My wife Yamuna watches it every day.

It's an epic show.

I’ll show you something even more epic today.

If he doesn’t show up, you’re 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.

She’ll come right near the bathroom.

He’ll 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 don’t see anyone.

Venu, look!

Did you see that?

Look, Venu!

[Dog barking and whining]

[Whistles]

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?

There’s 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, we’re 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 I’ll kill you.

Like you couldn't pick a better time.

Prakashan...

See that Jasmine plant?

If we move there...

We’ll 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. That’s two extra inches.

I've got something you don’t.

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...

Don’t 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? It’s gone up.

Forget that.

Where is She?

Sushamma. Here she is...

This was before Onam.

See?

Did it increase?

My Ravaneshwaram Van Heusen...

You’re bloody brilliant.

Do you get it now?

Prakashan, women might deceive.

But these numbers never lie.

That’s Nirmala for sure.

Yup.

It is Nirmala.

There’s been a feud between Madhavan’s and Vinod’s families for ages.

What's the reason?

That's a long story.

Forget the stories, call Madhavan first.

He’s too old for news like this.

If he hears this and gets a shock, I’ll be blamed for his heart attack.

Alright, tell Mukundan then.

Right...

How do you even tell a husband his wife’s cheating on him?

Stop talking nonsense.

Alright, at least tell Murali.

Someone’s got to know.

That's right.

We'll tell Murali.

He’s got brains.

He’ll deal with it wisely.

[Phone dialing]

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...

There’s definitely something to it.

[Mukundan humming]

Mukundan!

Mukundan!

Hold this.

He’s lost in his own world, as always.

There are times I wonder...

If he's really my son.

Don’t say a word to him now.

Go home.

Find out the truth and come back.

Then we’ll decide what’s next.

Okay, dad.

Murali...

Don't take this lightly.

Be careful with everything.

I know you and Vinod don’t get along.

Don’t 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 she’d do that?

That’s what Venu’s saying.

I didn’t 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 you’ll say Venu made it up and I’ll 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, I’ll beat the hell out of you.

That’s not a threat. That’s a promise.

Got it.

Don’t go home tonight.

I’ll be back by night.

Get up.

Let's go.

Murali...

Don’t 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.

Wasn’t easy to find.

It’s her favourite colour!

What’s Vinod got to lose? He’s single.

He does as he pleases.

He’s always had issues with Murali.

And clearly a soft spot for the women in their house.

You could tell from the other night.

That’s not what worries me.

I just hope Murali keeps his cool, given their history.

What’s their beef anyway?

Long story. Might be true, might not.

Tell me, Venu. I’ve got nothing better to do.

Both these families were really close once.

Madhavan’s dad sold Vinod’s family a five-cent plot.

But kept it a secret.

Day before signing the documents, a coconut fell on him. Dead.

Now Vinod’s family claims...

Madhavan’s bathroom is on their land.

You think they let that go?

That's when the fights started, and everything else followed.

Now, they don’t 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.

It’s 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 we’ll act.

[On the phone] 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 I’ll be back.

So bloody annoying.

[Knock on the door]

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, it’ll 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.

It’s fine if we’re not part of it.

Just don’t mess this up.

Stick to the plan.

Yeah, whatever.

- Am I right? - Yes.

Venu, something doesn’t add up.

Didn’t 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.

[Panchami serial title song playing]

- 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. I’ll fill you in.

Okay, I’ll 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.

[Panchami serial title song playing]

[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.

It’s Nirmala!

[Venu] Count to twenty again, and Vinod will join her.

Now Vinod will jump the wall.

[Dog whining]

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?

Let’s just stay here. It’s safer.

He’ll show up any second now.

[Malayalam song plays in the background]

Why don't we go, Venu?

Wait, let’s give it a bit more time.

But...

Yamuna’s alone at home, isn’t she?

Yeah, let’s go.

Damn it!

Can't believe that scumbag Vinod hasn't showed up.

She’s still there.

So he’ll definitely come.

We’ve waited this long, we might as well stay a bit longer.

She’s gone!

[Dog barking]

[Doorbell ringing]

How come the lights are off? Yamuna...

Yamuna...

It's locked? Yamuna...

[Prakashan] Why don't we go, Venu?

Yamuna’s alone at home, isn’t she?

Oh, you’re back.

Where were you lurking in the dark?

- Power was out since evening, I got scared. - Why didn't you call me?

As if you’d come.

I went to Sharada’s place.

This is 14-37-33.

All that doubt for nothing.

Yamuna!

My sweet Yamuna!

Hey, Sarojini.

Well, well, look who it is.

It’s 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, might’ve gotten late.

Oh, please.

His father’s 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...

Couldn’t sleep at all, had to know what went down.

So, did they show up?

Nope!

He didn’t 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 didn’t come.

But she did.

She came?

Only thing missing was this.

Venu...

Want some tea?

Already had one.

Mom...

I’m heading to the flour mill. Where's the wheat?

By the kitchen door.

Take it from there.

Vinod’s mill?

Headed to Vinod’s mill?

Yeah, where else?

Venu...

It’s 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, haven’t seen you around lately.

Oh please, his schedule’s way too packed.

Bye, sister. See you, Vinod.

Is it wheat?

We need to know what they’re saying.

Relax, I got this.

Lip-reading...

Why didn’t you come last night?

I wasn't in the mood.

I’ll be there tonight. Let’s have some fun.

No, no, no...

The brother's at home.

Get lost, will you?

There's no way that’s what they actually said.

Stop making things up.

Making what up?

I’m an expert at lip-reading.

- I’ve got years of Dubsmash experience. - That's true.

Also, I kinda overheard a bit of what they were saying.

Heard or not, there’s clearly something going on.

See? Now you know Venu doesn’t say things just for the heck of it.

This is so embarrassing, Venu.

Don’t worry.

Let’s wait for Mukundan to decide.

I’m with you.

Me too.

Yes.

Hello, Dad.

My God!

What am I hearing?

Should we just tell him?

Absolutely.

But I can’t do it alone.

You come here.

We’ll break it to him together.

Here.

Dear...

Give it a red shade, it’ll look nice.

No, I don’t want red. I want blue.

Fine.

Bye, dear.

Checking out, sir?

Checking out?

Yes.

Check-in at night, check-out in the morning.

So, it’s like a hotel, right?

Oh, so you’re keeping tabs on everyone’s comings and goings at night?

What?

What are you mumbling?

Speak up.

And he really thinks no one understands anything?

There he goes.

Bet he’ll be back tomorrow.

No class today?

Class?

It’s done. Got the certificate and everything.

Someone even came to see me yesterday.

Didn't like him.

Why not?

He’s not good-looking enough for me.

Oh really? So who’s 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 don’t make things worse for me.

I’ll handle it myself.

Can't believe she’s 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, this’ll blow up into a scandal.

And my brother Mukundan…

God knows how he’ll react.

True.

But he has to know the truth.

Be brave. Just tell him.

If he’s on board...

There’s 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.

She’s just imagining things.

How’s mom? She’s doing okay, right?

Yeah.

Can you come for a sec? Dad’s calling you.

Did you bring the design?

Design?

Yeah.

Dad said you went to get it from Babu.

Didn’t get it.

Handle this for me.

So, all that effort was for nothing?

Listen, son. I need to tell you something important.

Don’t panic, though.

You can either divorce her.

Or try to fix things and stay together.

If that’s even possible.

Right now, those are your only options.

You need to decide.

I’ll be at the front.

You sure about what you saw?

She didn’t say anything when she called.

Why would she talk about this?

Pass me a cigarette.

Tell dad I’ll be back in a bit.

[Sewing machine whirring]

Hey, Venu.

What now?

Let’s go to the flour mill.

To see if she actually goes there every day.

I’ve got five blouses to stitch today. No way I’m shutting shop.

Work, work, work! That’s all you care about.

A scandal's brewing and we’re sitting here clueless.

Venu...

Murali should’ve reached by now, right?

Yeah.

So why hasn’t he called?

Let’s call him.

You do it.

[Dial tone]

It's ringing.

Yeah, Venu.

Murali, what’s the situation there?

We told him. He’s 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.

He’s in there with a cigarette.

Some things never change, huh?

Tell him not to worry.

We’ve got his back, no matter what he decides.

Right?

Venu, I’ll 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?

I’ll return it after we catch Nirmala.

You don’t 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 aren’t you here yet?

It’s already late.

Oh please!

The movie’s running all week.

Prameela’s wedding's in two days.

I’ve got to give her the blouse.

Perfect. Go marry the blouse then.

I know what to do.

[Hangs up]

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, I’ll be back.

[Temple bell rings]

I’m divorcing her, Dad.

But...

I’m 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.

I’ll take care of things here.

Here, some Mysore Pak for your daughter.

Wipe that frown off your face. She’ll get suspicious.

That won't work.

Act normal. Like always.

And don’t try to act smart.

We both know you’re not.

Keep the saree in your bag.

Like always, hand it over with that usual smile of yours.

Dad!

Dad!

Didn’t you just check-out this morning?

Forgot something.

What?

Look... Mysore Pak.

Why is your hair like this?

Exactly!

She won’t let us cut it.

And now it's all curly.

Nobody in this family’s got hair like that.

Oh, you're back.

You didn’t pick up my call.

Couldn't you at least inform us?

Give it to me.

No need, I’ll bring it.

You go.

I’ll 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 you’d 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 can’t you? I’m here alone.

You like being alone, don't you?

Fine. Do one thing...

Move to Dubai. Come back in a few years.

I’ll wait.

My brother might’ve 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.

That’s why we're here to see Uncle.

You know it’s our family’s turn to do the temple ritual, right?

Yeah.

The festival kicks off on the 15th.

Will Madhavan be here by then?

Don’t know, Aunt.

Just tell me if he’s not coming.

If he isn’t, your uncle will have to do it.

That’s enough talk. Go bring the boys something to drink.

They’ve 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... she’s coming. Shalu!

How many times do I have to tell you...?

Come home straight from work.

What if there’s traffic, should I grow wings?

Leave it, Mahesh.

She’s only a girl.

Yeah, sure.

You’re the last person who should say that.

Keep women on a tight leash.

Or they’ll start ruling over us.

Be it your mom, sister, or wife, always stay alert.

What’s 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.

They’re here to talk temple business.

He’s probably just stressed about that.

Even your dad gave me an earful earlier.

Maybe you guys are used to their attitude.

But I’m not.

Don't worry, Mukundan. We're all here for you.

Yeah, sure. Is that why I’m in the mess I’m 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 can’t just sit around.

So what do we do now?

We smash Vinod’s 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.

[Dialogues from Panchami serial]

Isn’t it time to turn it off?

Where were you?

You didn’t even bother taking your phone.

Our daughter waited forever and then fell asleep.

You go serve them dinner now.

I’m way too sleepy to do it.

We ate at Uncle’s place.

What’s with all the jasmine smell?

The plant near the bathroom just bloomed.

[Dog barking]

You seem to know that bathroom like the back of your hand.

Now where are you off to?

The dog’s 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?

I’ll catch that sneaky little cat.

Bro, I'm leaving.

Just going to Uncle’s. Nowhere else.

Okay.

You look tired. What's wrong?

It's nothing.

Just feeling very sleepy.

Mornings feel impossible lately.

Doesn’t feel like fever.

Mom, what’s 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. ♪

We’ll 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.

He’ll 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 can’t wear this now.

I didn’t buy this saree for the flour mill.

Then what’s the grand occasion?

Dad and the sons go temple-hopping.

While we sit at home and rot.

If we don’t 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.

Don’t drag my friends into this.

If not for them, we'd never know what’s really going on here.

So the saree’s the problem now?

Fine, I’ll change.

Wait, dear...

Here’s a ₹10 discount for Nisha.

Oh!

Hey!

Hey, Mukundan!

Long time no see.

I’ve been busy.

In Sullia these days.

I know.

I meet Nirmala often.

What's for grinding?

It's...

Chillies.

Oh, Guntur chillies.

Nirmala’s 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.

I’ve gathered all the intel on this place, like a proper mastermind.

Hey.

This isn’t 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.

She’ll play the emotional card.

Don't fall for it.

Was it the saree that bothered you?

I just wanted to show off a little.

Didn’t know you were this possessive.

Never seen this side of you.

But I like it.

[Murali] Don’t fall for her act.

Just think of that dirtbag Vinod.

And you’ll 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 he’ll 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 won’t dare cross us.

Okay.

[Murali] After a while, like always, Mom will call us for breakfast.

We’ll 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 Nirmala’s lentil curry.

That you can trust.

Say what you want about Nirmala, she’s hands down the best cook.

Come, sit with us.

It’s okay. I’ll eat later in the kitchen.

Okay.

Didn’t you say we should just ignore her?

Bro, this could be our “last supper” with her.

- [Nidheesh] You mean breakfast? - Huh?

It’s not the “last supper”.

It’s the “last breakfast”.

[Murali] Next mission: the water tank.

Venu, you might have to climb it.

Not just the water tank.

For Madhavan’s family, I’d climb the moon.

- Wouldn't I? - Of course!

[Murali] Borrow a ladder from Ambadi’s 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, they’ll 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 you’re 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, we’re clear on our positions and tasks. So, what’s the plan?

Listen carefully.

We’re here at Uncle’s place now.

This is our house.

Over here is the "playroom". I mean, the bathroom.

That’s the scumbag Vinod's house.

There's Venu’s shop.

And right next to it, the water tank.

That water tank's key to the plan, so stay sharp.

[Murali] I’ll 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 isn’t something to joke about.

Bro, you leave by 10:30. Say Babu called you for work at Uduma temple.

Could’ve told me earlier, I’d have sent some flour for Radha.

Why?

Doesn’t 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] We’ll 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.

[Phone ringing]

Don't pick up!

[Call disconnected]

[Murali] She’ll get restless and call Radha next.

[Phone ringing]

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, she’ll ask the big question.

If Mukundan is coming home, I need to prepare.

I called him.

He didn’t pick up.

Oh, they’re busy. Babu said the work won’t finish today.

By the way, Mukundan's staying here tonight.

- [Phone ringing] - [Murali] Once Nirmala hangs up, Radha will call us.

Murali, she called.

Told her everything, just like you said.

[Murali] That’s our signal.

So, we can confirm Vinod’s coming tonight.

[Murali] Mahesh... you and Uncle leave, say there's urgent work at Periya.

Shalu!

Shalu!

Your sister's in her room.

Don’t expect her before sunrise.

Mom!

We got a call from Periya.

Another 10 minutes of work left at the woodshop. After that, we’re 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. They’re 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, don’t use iron.

Wood can be trusted, iron can't.

Mahesh, stay where there’s signal.

There must be no delay in calling Damu.

We can’t 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!

["Panchami" serial title song playing]

Murali...

I can hear the serial’s song.

It’s time.

May you succeed.

Oh, Cupid, may your timing be perfect for once.

Alright, let’s move.

Madhavan, I’ll grab something to eat.

Let’s go through the front route. It’s 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, it’s on.

Damn it!

I think Tiger heard us.

[Dog barking]

Prakashan, it’s over.

Tiger just blew the plan.

Why’s Tiger going off like this?

[Dog barking nonstop]

Dad, the dog's barking. Think it’ll raise suspicion?

Relax. Let’s see how long he keeps it up.

Our mastermind forgot to factor in Tiger into the plan.

[Barking intensifies]

Instead of peeking from here, grab a torch and take a look outside.

He doesn’t bark for nothing.

Bro!

I’ll 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, Murali’s toast.

Did she notice anything?

He’s nuts. There’s 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. I’ll talk to him.

Tiger...

Be a good boy. Just 15 minutes of silence, please.

Venu, what’s going on?

I think Murali’s with the dog.

Mission accomplished. He's quiet now.

We have to catch the creep messing with our family. Clear?

Don’t blow this, please.

[Dog whining]

Can you make my bed, dear?

Did you take your blood pressure tablet?

Wasn’t that the pill you gave me earlier?

That was something else.

I'll bring it. Take it and sleep.

Bro, she’s slick.

She’s giving mom sleeping pills, calling them pressure meds.

Oh God!

No wonder Mom’s always drowsy.

Good heavens, I married a CYANIDE JOLLY!

Bro, the serial’s over.

- Showtime. Get ready. You too. - Gosh, okay.

Mahesh, the serial’s done.

Pass me a cigarette.

Oh, sure. Just what we need right now.

What’s that supposed to mean?

If you smoke, you’ll get the 'urge'.

Then we’ll have to drag all three of you out of the bathroom.

Venu, lights are on!

Nidheesh, lights are on!

Same old. We’ll have to wait till she turns them off.

Nidheesh, lights are off!

She’ll come in 20 seconds, and he’ll jump in 40.

[Dog barking]

She should be there by now, waiting for him.

I just hope he shows up already.

That scoundrel must’ve jumped by now.

Got an itch, huh? Let me scratch it for you.

[Vinod whistles]

Please don’t cry and make a scene.

They've started.

But our job isn’t over yet.

They’re 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, they’ve got him cornered.

You hurry up. Get Damu and the rest.

I’ll make the call.

Also, drop by my place and inform them too.

It's over, Vinod.

The moment they come out, they’re 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 we’d 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.

Isn’t this the same bathroom your father falsely claimed as his?

Now you’re here at night, staking your own claim.

Whole town knows he’s 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?

[Spits in disugust]

No wonder even Lord Rama had to test Sita’s purity.

If women in this family do things that shame us,

do you think the Panayakat family will stay quiet?

Easy there, Ravan.

We’ve got a grand ceremony planned for you and your woman.

Be a man. Open the door.

Open it, and I’ll 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?

What’s all this commotion?

Weren’t you all supposed to be in Uduma and Sullia?

Why so silent? What’s going on?

Mom, please don't make a scene.

What?

Just tell her the truth.

Mom, Nirmala’s having an affair with our neighbour Vinod.

We kept quiet so you wouldn’t mess it up.

Look, we’ve caught them right in the act.

We got them.

Alright, that’s enough.

So, you're saying our Nirmala's in there?

Yes.

Then who’s lying next to Meenu?

Your grandma?

Is she?

NIRMALA!

Does she have a twin or what?

Venu, your measurements are all wrong. You’re doomed.

You too.

- Did they say what’s goin on, member? - No, but it’s something serious.

[Crowd chatters]

Alright, we’re all here. Start explaining.

Our Nirmala...

- They deserve to hear the truth. - I'll explain.

We’ve had our eyes on him for a while now.

And now he’s 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, what’s 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!

Let’s give them a round of applause!

Come out, dear. Let's see that pretty face.

[Crowd murmers in shock]

It's Geetha!

[Distorted laughter]

[Shouting and arguing]

Mahesh, don’t hit them. We’ll talk and settle this.

Settle this?

That’s not what you said when it was your wife.

Then you wanted to trap, slap, and drag her to court.

Now it’s my wife, and suddenly you’re acting all righteous?

Let go of me.

Mahesh, you’ve 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, don’t...

Don’t 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 woman’s chest by her shadow.

Prakashan...

Nothing bad to say about him.

If not for this imbecile, I’d still be in the dark about her.

Meanwhile, someone’s waiting for the verdict in Sullia…

Your husband! My uncle!

That's enough!

Why blame us for your wife’s 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!

[Crowd murmuring]

Whatever it is, you’ve 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. I’ll give you a real show.

Enough, dear!

Haven’t you already made enough of a scene?

I made a scene?

He’s been yelling this whole time.

And no one said a word.

So, now it’s 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 who’d 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, I’ll go with him.

I will, Dad!

Where do you think you're going?

Don’t stop them.

If that’s what she wants, let her.

[Slaps]

Go ask that old man of yours.

What proof does he have that he's really your father?

Dear...

No matter what anyone says, I’ll always believe you.

Without you, this house falls apart.

Even if God himself says otherwise, I won’t 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?

You’re not coming inside without getting a slap.

Prakashan...

We messed up. What will Madhavan think of me?

Messed up? We caught an affair, didn’t we?

Even if the measurements were off, the result was right.

[Slaps]

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 Rajan’s wedding.

It doesn’t belong here anymore. Take it.

It’s 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! ♪