Kottayam Kunjachan

Kottayam Kunjachan

Year: 1990

Runtime: 120 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: T S Suresh Babu

DramaActionComedy

After serving seven years in prison for a homicide, a small‑time thug is released and strives to rebuild his life honestly. Yet his attempts at a fresh start are thwarted when he becomes entangled in a bitter family feud that drags him back into turmoil.

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1

Dispute over land and mounting tension with Paappan

In the village of Odaangara, Mikhael and his family are locked in a long-standing dispute with their neighbor Paappan over land and a desired front view for his bungalow. Paappan's ruthlessness is clear as he schemes to pressure them, while Jimmy pushes for eviction by force. The Uppukandam Brothers warn of retaliation if negotiations fail, setting the stage for escalating conflict.

start of story Odaangara
2

Failed negotiations and a brutal beating

When talks collapse, Paappan resorts to underhanded tactics and his son Jimmy supports eviction by force. Mikhael challenges the plan and is beaten, illustrating how the dispute spills into violence. The family prepares for further threats as tensions rise in the neighborhood.

shortly after negotiations fail Odaangara
3

Uppukandam brothers retaliate against Paappan

Aleyamma summons her brothers, the Uppukandam clan, to respond to Paappan's intimidation. Korah, the eldest, leads the assault and the brothers humiliate Paappan and his son in a counter-blow. The village becomes a chessboard of rival factions and shifting loyalties.

following the beating Odaangara
4

Kottayam Kunjachan is released and returns

Kottayam Kunjachan, an erstwhile thug who served seven years for a fatal fight, makes a dramatic entrance back into town and demands compensation from his former employers. He is arrested after a confrontation but is bailed out by his guardian, a Christian priest who raised him from infancy. Following his guardian's advice, he leaves Kottayam for Odaangara to start anew.

after 7 years in jail Kottayam town
5

Kunjachan sets up a technical institute in Odaangara

In Odaangara, Kunjachan, with his assistant Bosco, establishes a technical institute. He quickly endears himself to the villagers through his skills and charisma. His presence introduces a new dynamic to the community and draws Mikhael and his family into his orbit.

upon arrival in Odaangara Odaangara
6

Kunjachan rescues Mollykutty from kidnap plot

Kunjachan earns the trust of Mikhael and Molly by thwarting a kidnapping attempt on Mollykutty led by Jimmy and his gang. The rescue wins him favor with Mikhael's family and solidifies his role in the village. Molly begins to see him in a different light, even as her past with him remains complicated.

during the kidnapping attempt Odaangara
7

Outhouse rental and Kunjachan's confession

Aleyamma persuades Mikhael to rent out their outhouse to Kunjachan, a strategic move that brings him closer to the family. Mikhael also convinces Kunjachan to go to confession and begin living as a devout Christian. The act marks a turning point in Kunjachan's personal journey.

shortly after the kidnapping incident Odaangara
8

Molly's complicated feelings and manipulation

Kunjachan begins to develop feelings for Molly, who despises him for his past. Susie recruits him to derail Molly's looming betrothal to Kuzhiyil Joy, and Kunjachan performs the task with surprising competence. Molly's manipulation creates a web of misunderstanding and tension between the couple.

as Kunjachan settles in Odaangara
9

Misunderstanding leads to violence and pursuit

Kunjachan's attempts to speak with Molly are misinterpreted as a rape attempt by Aleyamma, leading Mikhael to eject him. Kunjachan is beaten by the Uppukandam brothers, and Molly does not intervene, deepening the rift between him and the family. The community's loyalties become increasingly murky.

aftermath of the failed conversation Odaangara
10

Mikhael and Korah ambushed; Kunjachan becomes prime suspect

Mikhael and Korah are ambushed and killed by Jimmy and Kunjachan is named the prime suspect. He goes into hiding but remains determined to clear his name and protect those he cares about. The village is shaken by the violence and the rapid turn of events.

soon after the beating Odaangara
11

Aleyamma goes missing; Kuttappan searches

As tensions peak, Aleyamma disappears and their son Kuttappan searches for her. Kunjachan uses the opportunity to plead his innocence and to locate Aleyamma, believing there is more at stake than a personal grievance. His resolve marks a shift from factional conflict to a rescue mission.

during the search for Aleyamma Odaangara
12

Kunjachan rescues Aleyamma and Kuttappan; Molly and Susie are taken

Kunjachan successfully rescues Aleyamma and her son from Jimmy's thugs, demonstrating his protective streak. However, he returns to find Molly and Susie missing, and the Uppukandam brothers are closing in. The situation widens from a family dispute to a village-wide crisis.

rescue of Aleyamma; discovery of Molly and Susie's disappearance Odaangara, then Jimmy's plantation
13

Molly and Susie are moved to a plantation; a rescue mission looms

The women are taken to Jimmy's plantation, prompting a bold rescue mission by the Uppukandam brothers. Kunjachan orchestrates a counter-move to recover them and restore some measure of safety for the family. The village braces for a final confrontation.

immediately after the kidnapping Jimmy's plantation
14

Rescue and reunion; the brothers propose Molly's marriage to Kunjachan

In a dramatic turn, Molly and Susie are rescued by Kunjachan, and Molly is consoled after a near-rape by Jimmy. The next morning, the Uppukandam brothers arrive at the institute to propose Molly's marriage to Kunjachan, sealing a complex shift in loyalties. The village ends the sequence with an uneasy alliance and a remarried future in sight.

the next morning after the rescue Odaangara Institute

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