Chowka (2017) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

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1. 1

   Hakki Gopala is accused of murder

   Hakki Gopala is arrested and accused of killing Sathyaraj and an SI who were actually murdered by his gangster mentor Jayaraj. The real killer behind the double murder is Jayaraj himself, but Gopala is framed for the crime. This misdirection seeds the kinship among the later protagonists as they grow up under a shadow of injustice.

   When

   1986

   Where

   Bangalore

2. 2

   Krishna Rao blamed for Maria's murder

   In Mysore, Krishna Rao is blamed for murdering his pregnant friend Maria. In truth, Maria's killer is Krishna's insane neighbour, but the blame falls on Rao, setting up a pattern of wrongful accusations. The incident compounds public suspicion and shapes his future troubles.

   When

   1995

   Where

   Mysore

3. 3

   Surya Shetty faces a false murder case

   Surya Shetty is dragged into a false murder case that erupts from political tension. Despite his protests of innocence, the case drags on, tagging him as a suspect tied to volatile power struggles. The episode contributes to the shared bitterness among the group.

   When

   2000

   Where

   Mangalore

4. 4

   Mohammed Anwar blamed for a bomb blast

   Mohammed Anwar is blamed for a bomb blast, a charge he does not deserve. The actual perpetrator is his brother-in-law, who is a terrorist, revealing how innocents become pawns in larger schemes. This injustice deepens the group's mistrust of authorities.

   When

   2007

   Where

   Bijapur

5. 5

   Friendship forged through Manjunatha

   Across their ordeals, the four men remain connected through their single friend Manjunatha, aka Manja. The bond quietly anchors them as they navigate a life shaped by misfortune and misjudgment. This link becomes crucial when they reunite in later years to help him.

6. 6

   Meeting Vishwanath in Bellary Central Jail

   In 2017, the four men meet Vishwanath, a school teacher who has been framed for his daughter's murder. Vishwanath explains that Ramya loved Anand, the son of MLA Krishnamurthy, which inflamed political tensions and led to Ramya's killing. The men decide to assist Vishwanath in seeking justice.

   When

   2017

   Where

   Central Jail, Bellary

7. 7

   Ramya case and Vishwanath's frame explained

   Vishwanath reveals the motive behind Ramya's murder: she loved Anand, provoking Krishnamurthy to act and frame Vishwanath for the crime. The group realizes Vishwanath's innocence and commits to expose the truth. This revelation strengthens their resolve to reform and help him.

   When

   2017

   Where

   Central Jail, Bellary

8. 8

   Escape from jail

   The four protagonists, aided by Manja, devise and execute a daring escape from the Bellary jail by fooling the Jailor Indira Sharma. The plan hinges on deception and swift teamwork, breaking them free from confinement. The escape sets them on a new, dangerous path.

   When

   2017

   Where

   Central Jail, Bellary

9. 9

   Chase through a dense jungle

   After escaping, they reach a dense jungle at night where a tense confrontation with the police leads to a shootout. Vishwanath is seriously wounded and rushed to a hospital. The escape proves costly and life-threatening for the group.

   When

   2017

   Where

   Dense jungle near Bellary

10. 10

    Attack on Suvarna Vidhana Soudha

    The four, with Manja's aid, reach the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi and stage an assault to spotlight the case. Despite their bold move, no actual harm comes to anyone, turning the episode into a symbolic protest. The authorities' response follows soon after.

    When

    2017

    Where

    Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, Belagavi

11. 11

    Anwar shoots Krishnamurthy’s arm; truth is exposed

    During Krishnamurthy's protest, Anwar shoots his arm in a dramatic confrontation that compels Krishnamurthy to reveal crucial information. The revelation confirms Vishwanath's innocence and validates the group’s mission to clear his name. The moment shifts the momentum of the investigation.

    When

    2017

    Where

    Belagavi

12. 12

    Toy bomb triggers a fatal misperception

    Krishna accidentally drops a toy bomb, prompting the commandos to mistake the four for suicide bombers. In a tragic turn, they are shot by the security forces. The scene underscores the fragility and danger of miscommunication in high-stakes security operations.

    When

    2017

    Where

    Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, Belagavi

13. 13

    Final viewers and the aftermath

    Pushpa, Bhoomika, Gowri and Vishwanath witness the event with disbelief and tears, realizing the price of their stand against injustice. The closing image renders a somber commentary on sacrifice and unfinished justice. The friends' quest for reform ends in tragedy, yet their bond remains intact.

    When

    2017

    Where

    Belagavi