Alamara

Alamara

Year: 2017

Runtime: 131 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Midhun Manuel Thomas

ComedyFamily

After a lengthy search, Arun believes he’s found love with Swati, and they marry. However, their happiness is threatened as their parents and their strong personalities begin to clash, creating conflict in their lives. The situation escalates when a large, ornate cupboard is gifted to the couple by Swati’s parents, bringing further complications and testing their relationship.

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1

Horoscope trouble delays Arun's marriage

Arun is unable to find a suitable bride because of troubling horoscope clues. His betrothal collapses when the fiancée elopes with another man, wrecking his marriage plans. With the engagement ruined, he shifts focus to his work in Bangalore.

Pre-Bangalore Hometown
2

Arun relocates to Bangalore and welcomes Swati

Arun relocates to Bangalore to focus on his work. His sister asks him to accommodate her friend Swati, who is transferred there, turning a temporary arrangement into a life-changing encounter. He begins to see Swati as a potential partner and the possibility of marriage emerges.

After moving to Bangalore Bangalore
3

Arun and Swati quickly fall in love

Swati arrives and Arun is smitten at first sight. He pursues marriage, and Swati accepts his proposal after a short courtship. Their budding romance begins despite a tense family backdrop.

Soon after Swati arrives Bangalore
4

Threat from Shetty's goons over land dispute

A gang loyal to the local fixer, Shetty, pressures Arun to sell his plot of land, escalating the dispute. The threat strains family relations, as Swati's presence is eyed with suspicion. Arun and his friends start making plans to protect the property.

During engagement planning Bangalore
5

Sister's condition complicates wedding plan

Arun's parents insist that his sister's wedding go ahead at the same time as his. The sister demands a bank job before she marries, stalling the schedule and widening the rift. Family expectations collide with the arranged marriage plans.

Approaching fixed date Bangalore
6

Mother calls off the wedding; couple still marries

In a heated argument, Arun's mother calls off the wedding. Yet Arun and Swati persevere and eventually marry, despite the family disapproval. The ceremony takes place amid lingering resentment from both sides.

On the fixed wedding date Family home, Bangalore
7

Wardrobe gifted as a wedding gift

Swati's family gifts the couple a wooden wardrobe as a traditional wedding gift. Arun's mother complains that it takes up too much space in their home. The wardrobe soon becomes a visible symbol of ongoing in-law interference.

Soon after marriage Bangalore
8

Wardrobe relocation and Swati's insistence

After moving to their new house in Bangalore, Swati urges Arun to bring the wardrobe with them. He reluctantly agrees, despite his misgivings about space and propriety. The wardrobe's constant presence fuels friction between the couple and both families.

Shortly after moving in New Bangalore home
9

Documents locked inside the wardrobe

Arun's lawyer needs the documents for the disputed plot, but they are stored inside the locked wardrobe. Swati keeps the wardrobe locked while she travels to Mumbai for training, leaving Arun with no access. With no other option, they hire a thief to break the lock and retrieve the papers.

During the dispute Wardrobe in Bangalore; Swati in Mumbai
10

Police reveal documents are fake; Shetty gains leverage

At the police station, the retrieved documents are dismissed as fake and the officer sides with Shetty. The ruling strengthens Shetty's position and weakens Arun's legal standing. The couple's hope of resolving the dispute appears to fade.

After submission Police station
11

Arun and uncle's goons repel encroachment

Shetty's gang encroaches on the plot, but Arun and his associates, aided by goons arranged by his uncle, drive them off. The confrontation showcases the couple's willingness to stand up to intimidation. The victory is temporary, leaving the underlying tensions unresolved.

Following the police incident Plot site, Bangalore
12

Swati returns, finds lock broken and necklace missing

When Swati returns from training, she finds the wardrobe lock broken and her necklace missing. The discovery triggers a loud argument between them and deepens mistrust. The escalating conflict pushes them toward a breaking point.

Upon Swati's return Home in Bangalore
13

Threats, separation and divorce

Shetty's threats escalate, threatening to kill them if they don't leave Bangalore. Swati moves back to Kerala, and the couple attends marriage counselling that fails to repair the damage. Eventually they divorce.

After the threats Bangalore; Kerala
14

They explore new relationships but reconsider

Months later, both see other potential partners, but Arun fears commitment and resists. He eventually decides to reconcile with Swati, realizing their bond remains stronger than their differences. They begin to consider a cautious path forward.

Some time later Various, unspecified
15

Reconciliation and cautious new start

Arun and Swati restart their married life with their families' reluctant approval, choosing to keep a measured distance from interfering relatives. They try to move forward together, rebuilding trust and navigating family dynamics. The story ends with them attempting a new, more independent life.

End Bangalore

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 13:05

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