Kali

Kali

Year: 2016

Runtime: 116 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Sameer Thahir

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A young wife hopes to convince her husband to change his short-tempered attitude toward life, but an incident on a remote highway may finally decide the matter.

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Timeline & Setting – Kali (2016)

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Time period

Present day

The events unfold in a contemporary setting. Modern concerns shape the plot: a corporate job in a city, use of ATMs, mobile networks, and road travel. The characters navigate everyday life while dealing with intense personal and interpersonal conflicts.

Location

Kochi, Masinagudi, Tamil Nadu

The story unfolds across urban Kochi and the hill station of Masinagudi in Tamil Nadu. It follows Siddharth as he relocates for a bank job and later travels on a tense road journey with Anjali. The backdrop shifts from city life to perilous rural roads, highlighting contrasts between everyday work and the threats posed by Chakkara and John.

🏙️ Urban Kochi 🛣️ Road trip 🏞️ Tamil Nadu hills

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Main Characters – Kali (2016)

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Siddharth - Dulquer Salmaan

A young man with a severe anger management issue whose temper complicates his personal and professional life. He loves Anjali, and their marriage marks a turning point that is tested by conflict and danger. He strives to control his anger, seeking help and change, but his progress is gradual and challenged by provocations.

🔥 Anger 💑 Love 🌱 Growth

Anjali - Sai Pallavi

Siddharth's wife who challenges his temper and pushes for change. She demonstrates courage and resourcefulness, driving in the chase scene and standing up to threats. Her belief in their relationship fuels the vow to work on his anger and build a safer life together.

❤️ Love 💬 Communication 🚗 Driving

Chakkara - Chemban Vinod Jose

One of John's henchmen with a ruthless streak and an obsession that fuels the pursuit of Anjali. He creates the central tension, driving confrontations and endangering the couple.

💥 Threat 🧭 Obsession 🚚 Henchman

John - Vinayakan

A ruthless gangster who runs the restaurant and commands fear through his network. His actions set off the dangerous chase and severe conflicts that test Siddharth's temper.

⚔️ Gangster 🧨 Violence 🏢 Restaurant

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Major Themes – Kali (2016)

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🔥 Anger

Siddharth's volatile temper drives most of the action, from road rage to dangerous confrontations. The narrative examines how uncontrolled anger affects family life, trust, and safety. The film follows his slow, difficult attempt to channel rage into calmer responses with Anjali's support.

❤️ Love

Anjali's love and faith in Siddharth anchor the story and test the couple under pressure. Their marriage, built at graduation, becomes the crucible in which loyalty, forgiveness, and communication are evaluated. The couple's bond pushes Siddharth toward change even in the face of threats.

🕊️ Redemption

Redemption arcs emerge as Siddharth vows to change and confronts his impulses. The journey depends on restraint and trust rather than violent reactions. Anjali's presence and the couple's shared struggles show that growth is gradual and ongoing.

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