Ee Parakkum Thalika

Ee Parakkum Thalika

Year: 2001

Runtime: 138 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Thaha

Comedy

Unnikrishnan inherits a dilapidated bus as compensation for his father's road accident. Struggling with the vehicle’s terrible condition, he copes with mounting problems and financial pressure. His routine is upended when Basanthi, a wandering young woman, boards the bus, setting off a series of unexpected events.

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Location

Puducherry, India

The action centers around a worn bus that serves as Unnikrishnan’s livelihood and home base. Puducherry provides the backdrop where politics, media, and police interference intersect with everyday hustles. The setting blends street-level life with a televised turning point that alters the protagonist’s journey.

🗺️ Indian city 🚏 Bus-centered setting

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Main Characters – Ee Parakkum Thalika (2001)

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Unnikrishnan B. — Dileep

A stubborn but good-hearted bus owner and driver who clings to his aging vehicle as a lifeline. He dreams of turning the bus into a thriving mobile eatery and a way to secure his future, despite repeated financial strains. His loyalty to friends and love for Gayathri propel him to take risks.

🚐 Bus owner 💪 Determined ❤️ Hopeful

Gayathri / Basanthi (Nithya Das)

Daughter of a powerful minister who is pushed into politics, she seeks freedom and a path of her own. She initially resists living on the bus but grows attached to Unnikrishnan and the companionship he offers. Her presence on the bus triggers the plan to redefine both their futures.

💃 Minister’s daughter 💖 Romantic interest

Sundareshan M. K. — Harisree Ashokan

The loyal friend who also acts as the bus cleaner, providing comic relief and steadfast support. His bond with Unnikrishnan keeps the transport business afloat during tough times, including a running gag about a missing passport.

🤝 Loyal Friend 🧽 Bus Cleaner

Veerappan Kurup — Cochin Haneefa

A Circle Inspector who uses his power to expel Unnikrishnan from the city, becoming the central antagonistic force. His actions test the protagonist’s loyalty, courage, and resolve.

⚖️ Authority figure

R. K. Santhanam — P. Vasu

A powerful minister who pushes Gayathri into politics, shaping the personal stakes of the plot. He later makes a crucial decision to allow Gayathri to go with Unnikrishnan when he recognizes the strength of their love.

🏛️ Minister

Sreedhara Kaimal — Oduvil Unnikrishnan

A lawyer and well-wisher who helps secure a bank loan to launch the Thattukada mobile kitchen from the bus. His intervention provides a potential path to economic renewal for Unnikrishnan.

🧑‍⚖️ Lawyer

TV Reporter — Praseetha Menon

A television reporter whose coverage helps set the stage for the turning point when Unnikrishnan publicly criticizes the inspector. Her presence underscores the role of media in shaping events.

🎤 Reporter

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Major Themes – Ee Parakkum Thalika (2001)

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🚐 Resilience

Unnikrishnan fights to keep his aging bus running despite constant setbacks, selling valuables to stay afloat. The vehicle becomes a symbol of dignity and a platform to reinvent his livelihood with a mobile Thattukada. The theme grows as he faces pressure from the inspector and society while pursuing a hopeful future with Gayathri.

💖 Love

Love blossoms between Unnikrishnan and Gayathri as they navigate social expectations and threats from powerful figures. Their bond challenges the minister’s control over Gayathri’s life and choices. The relationship drives the plot toward a risk-filled plan to escape and build a life together.

⚖️ Power

The Circle Inspector wields authority to force the protagonist out of the city, illustrating how power can intimidate ordinary people. Sanctioned politics and police pressure create obstacles that test loyalty and resolve. The narrative shows how compassion can override coercion by the end.

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