Kannupada Poguthaiya

Kannupada Poguthaiya

Year: 1999

Runtime: 160 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: Bharathi Ganesh

Drama

Sir Vetrivel, a respected man, cherishes his younger brother Subramaniyam and puts his own love on hold for him. Tension erupts when Subramaniyam grows suspicious that Vetrivel is having an affair with his wife Gowri, leading to jealousy and family conflict.

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1

Gowri returns to the village and meets Vetrivel

Gowri returns to the village after studying in the city and initially misjudges Vetrivel as a servant in Paramasivam's house. She soon learns that he is Paramasivam's son and a respected figure in the community. The two gradually grow fond of each other, and Paramasivam and Parvathy begin planning their marriage.

Beginning of story Village
2

Subramani's waterfall accident and his plan for Gowri

Subramani returns to the village after his studies and has a dangerous fall when he slips from a mountain while photographing a waterfall. Gowri hears his cry and helps, and the villagers rescue him. Grateful and smitten, Subramani tells Vetrivel that he wants to marry Gowri, prompting Vetrivel to make a selfless choice to support his brother.

Early part of story Nearby waterfall and village outskirts
3

Vetrivel pushes Subramani to marry Gowri first

Vetrivel, showing his generosity, convinces Paramasivam and Parvathy to allow Subramani to marry Gowri first, even though Vetrivel loves her. He explains that family harmony matters more than his own happiness. The elders reluctantly agree to his proposal.

Soon after Subramani's confession Paramasivam's home
4

Gowri and Subramani marry

Gowri and Subramani marry in the village after Vetrivel's sacrifice and the elders' consent. The ceremony binds Gowri to the Vetrivel household and deepens the ties between the two families.

Shortly after agreement Village home
5

Chinna reveals truth; Rasathi marriage planned

Chinna, who works in Paramasivam's home, drinks one night and reveals to Vetrivel's parents the truth about his sacrifice. The revelation triggers the decision to marry Vetrivel to Rasathi, Parvathy's relative, to stabilize the family.

Following Chinna's confession Paramasivam's home
6

Rasathi's family vendetta surfaces

Rasathi's father Maniyaandar and grandfather Angaala Thevar harbor a vendetta against Parvathy and Paramasivam and openly want them killed. Their malice adds danger to the planned marriage and to the village's peace.

Ongoing Rasathi's house
7

Ponnambalam informs Subramani of an illegitimate relationship

Ponnambalam, who dislikes Vetrivel, tells Subramani that Gowri and Vetrivel are in an illegitimate relationship, inflaming Subramani's anger. The rumor threatens to derail the fragile harmony between the two families.

After Rasathi plan Village square
8

Gowri faints; pregnancy rumor rises; Ramakrishnan reacts

Gowri suddenly vomits and faints; Ramakrishnan informs everyone happily that Gowri is pregnant, shocking Subramani who wanted to have children after Vetrivel's marriage. Subramani's doubts erupt, and he shouts at Vetrivel before leaving home.

Present day Gowri's home
9

Parmasivam and Parvathy scold Subramani; flashback begins

Paramasivam and Parvathy scold Subramani for his rash behavior and doubting the family plans. As the confrontation unfolds, a flashback is shown that reveals Vetrivel's true lineage and his deep bond with Paramasivam and Parvathy.

Present day Paramasivam's home
10

Vetrivel's true lineage revealed

In the flashback, it is revealed that Vetrivel is the son of Vasudevar Ayya, a wealthy man in the village. Paramasivam had once worked as a driver for Parvathy, and their marriage is tied to a history of danger and loyalty. Vasudevar Ayya fights to protect them, even as his own enemies try to destroy the family.

Past Vasudevar Ayya's village
11

Vasudevar Ayya's fate and the handover

Vasudevar Ayya is killed by Angaala Thevar and Maniyaandar while defending the couple, and before dying he orders Parvathy and Paramasivam to stay out of trouble and to raise Vetrivel. He leaves them with the inheritance and responsibility to protect him.

Past Vasudevar Ayya's village
12

Gowri not pregnant; Subramani apologizes

A doctor later checks Gowri and confirms that she is not pregnant, dispelling the rumor. Subramani realises his mistake and apologises to Vetrivel and Gowri for his earlier doubts and harsh words.

Past / present mix Gowri's home / clinic
13

Gowri's request leads to Rasathi's marriage to Vetrivel

Gowri, moved by Vetrivel's selflessness, asks that he marry Rasathi to fulfill the family's plans. Vetrivel agrees, valuing the happiness of his family and Gowri's wishes over his own. The arrangement lays the groundwork for the final union.

Ending Village
14

Vetrivel marries Rasathi

Vetrivel marries Rasathi with the blessing of Rasathi's father, who is won over by Gowri's request and Vetrivel's steadfast loyalty to his family. The marriage marks a resolution to the village's conflicts and a peace for the families involved.

Ending Rasathi's wedding venue

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