Kalikkalam

Sankar disguises himself as an Income Tax officer and teams up with a newly posted police officer named Shekhar to raid a jewellery shop. They seize the illegal gold and make a clean escape. This event marks the start of his dual life, using crime to fund acts of kindness for the poor and orphans.

Feeling betrayed by the fake raid, Shekhar tries several schemes to trap Sankar but none succeed. Sankar remains one step ahead, continuing to maneuver money and help others with the stolen funds. The pursuit to bring him to justice becomes the film's early conflict.

During his criminal exploits, Sankar as Pappan befriends Jamal, a poor young man. He provides financial help to Jamal, showing generosity despite his unlawful means. This relationship highlights the film's moral complexity between crime and charity.

Following a hint about his next target, Sankar robs the finance institution Gopuram, which houses Devassy's stolen money for Minister Velayil Chandy. He evades police protection and escapes with the loot. The heist escalates the stakes and showcases his audacity.

Pretending to be Ramakrishnan, he uncovers a drug network and ships the drugs to Shekhar's office. In a twist, he keeps the money involved in that deal for himself. This episode deepens the moral ambiguity of his character while maintaining his benevolent image.

Using traced phone calls, Shekhar locates Sankar's residence. Sankar escapes capture, continuing to elude the law. The cat-and-mouse chase intensifies the central conflict between them.

Ambalakkadan, an Abkari contractor and newspaper publisher, runs false reports about Shekhar and his family. In response, Shekhar slaps Ambalakkadan, triggering disciplinary action that suspends him. The press-police rift adds pressure to the investigation.

Annie takes their romance seriously, trusting Tony more deeply. Tony eventually reveals his true identity to Annie and decides to step away from her life. The revelation marks a turning point for both characters and their relationship.

Ambalakkadan's murder accusation lands Shekhar in jail, making him a target of the system. Sankar becomes the only person who can help prove his innocence. The situation heightens the urgency and stakes of the investigation.

Facing mounting pressure, Sankar chooses to confess his crimes to the authorities in a bid to exonerate Shekhar. The confession reveals the truth behind the raids and the drug money, accepting responsibility for his actions. This act aims to restore justice and integrity.

With Sankar's admission, the web of deceit begins to unravel and consequences follow for the players involved. The narrative acknowledges his complex, yet ultimately benevolent life, and the impact of truth on justice. The timeline closes on the note of accountability and resolution.