Chandranudikkunna Dikhil

Chandranudikkunna Dikhil

Year: 1999

Runtime: 154 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Lal Jose

Drama

Mukudan (Dileep) arrives in a quiet rural town to begin work as the local bank field officer. While settling in, he encounters Radha (Kavya Madhavan), and their friendship soon deepens into romance, leading them to plan marriage. However, unforeseen events alter the course of their lives and threaten their love.

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Timeline – Chandranudikkunna Dikhil (1999)

Trace every key event in Chandranudikkunna Dikhil (1999) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Mukundan's life as a cab driver in Mysuru

The movie begins with Mukundan working as a cab driver in Mysuru, Karnataka, where he leads a simple life. During a night trip, he meets Hema, a drama artist whose troupe's bus breaks down, leading to a bonding between the two. This sets the foundation for his interactions with the people around him.

Mysuru
2

Mukundan moves due to roommate issues and befriends Hema

Mukundan shifts his residence to be near Hema's place, after conflicts with his previous roommate. Their friendship deepens as they spend more time together, highlighting his growing connection with her.

Mysuru
3

Encounter with Sreeram and the hospital scene

Mukundan rescues Sreeram after his suicide attempt by calling emergency services. This event introduces Mukundan to Sreeram's family and triggers a flashback revealing his past as a bank officer in a remote village.

Hospital
4

Mukundan's past as a bank officer

Through the flashback, the movie shows Mukundan's previous life as a bank field officer, where he was respected and had a romantic relationship with Radha, setting up his motivations and conflicts.

Remote Karnataka village
5

Mukundan's love story with Radha

Mukundan falls in love with Radha and plans to marry her. Their relationship faces opposition when Radha's brother Parthan arranges her marriage to Sreeram, not knowing Radha's feelings for Mukundan.

Village
6

Mukundan is betrayed and unjustly imprisoned

Mukundan is framed by a local goon, a money lender, and his own boss for bank misappropriation. He is arrested by the police and loses his job, while Radha is coerced into marrying Sreeram, leaving Mukundan devastated.

Village
7

Radha and Sreeram's marriage and Radha’s guilt

Radha marries Sreeram under social pressure, but remains emotionally torn. Radha later visits Mukundan in hospital, showing her lingering feelings and guilt over her circumstances.

Hospital
8

Mukundan’s hardship and job loss

After being released on bail, Mukundan faces hardship, working as a cab driver and dealing with the emotional fallout of his wrongful imprisonment and love lost.

Mysuru
9

Sreeram's suicide attempt and Mukundan’s intervention

Sreeram attempts suicide due to emotional distress, but Mukundan rescues him, reinforcing his protective nature and compassion throughout the narrative.

Hospital
10

Mukundan fakes marriage with Hema

To help Radha find peace and accept her new life, Mukundan and Hema pretend to marry. This act signifies a turning point where both characters agree to pursue happiness together.

Temple hilltop
11

Radha’s acceptance and emotional departure

Radha understands the sacrifices made by Mukundan and decides to move on, leaving Mukundan to be with Hema. Her departure signifies her acceptance of her new life.

Temple hilltop
12

Mukundan and Hema’s new beginning

Mukundan and Hema walk hand-in-hand down the hilltop temple, symbolizing their commitment to start a genuine family life together amid the transformed setting of their fake wedding turning real.

Hilltop temple

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