Kudumbapuranam

Kudumbapuranam

Year: 1988

Runtime: More mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Sathyan Anthikad

FamilyComedy

Set in a modest Malayalee household, the story follows a middle‑class family whose peace is shattered when the eldest son rebels, alienates his father and is cast out. As he lives apart, the mother and younger siblings are torn between loyalty to their patriarch and sympathy for the wayward son, exposing the tensions and sacrifices that bind them.

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1

Retirement life and a close-knit family

Sankaran Nair enters a peaceful retired life with his wife Ammini and their children, establishing the home as the emotional center of the story. Krishnanunni works in a bank, Preman pursues drama, and Rema and Gopu study, shaping the family dynamic. The stage is set for the tensions that will test their bonds.

early stage of retirement Sankaran Nair's home
2

Rema’s love and a marriage plan

A family friend wishes to wed his son to Rema, but she reveals she loves her Malayalam lecturer Sivan and wants to marry him instead. The parents resist at first, torn between tradition and Rema’s choice. The drama of arranged matches begins to unfold.

before engagement decisions Family home
3

Rema–Sivan alliance approved

After initial resistance, the family agrees to Rema’s wish when Sivan proves financially stable. Rema remains steadfast in her plan, and the union with Sivan becomes the favored path. The prospect of marriage shifts away from Murali.

planning for marriage Family home
4

Preman-Indu marriage arranged

To honor a departed friend’s wish, Preman agrees to marry Indu with Krishnanunni’s financial support. The arrangement reveals the weight of family obligations and the pressures among brothers. Geetha’s pregnancy adds to the family’s sense of forward momentum.

planning for marriage Family home
5

Geetha’s pregnancy and seventh-month move

Geetha becomes pregnant, and by tradition moves to her parents’ home during the seventh month. The separation tests the family’s cohesion while everyone awaits the new arrival. The sense of duty and care deepens as relatives prepare for the baby.

seventh month of Geetha's pregnancy Geetha's parental home
6

Marital strains erupt in Sivan–Rema and Preman–Indu

Sivan and Rema’s relationship experiences sparks, while Preman and Indu clash, leading to Indu leaving Preman’s home after a fight. Rema also goes to her home following a quarrel with her mother-in-law and a confrontation with Sivan. The family’s unity begins to fracture under mounting tensions.

during tensions Multiple locations (Preman's home and Sivan's home)
7

Krishnanunni’s critique and the rift with his father

Krishnanunni challenges the family’s spending and questions Preman’s willingness to invest his earnings in the household. Sankaran Nair defends Preman, saying Krishnanunni has no right to dictate funding. A sharp exchange drives Krishnanunni to move out.

post-fight Family home
8

Sankaran Nair works as a lorry driver

Krishnanunni relocates to a neighboring house, while Sankaran Nair takes up work as a lorry driver to support the family. Despite deteriorating health, he remains determined to honor his late friend’s wish and keep the family afloat. The financial strain tests everyone's resilience.

after the rift Sankaran Nair's home; Krishnanunni's new adjacent house
9

Geetha delivers a baby boy

Geetha gives birth to a baby boy, bringing a moment of joy to the household even as Krishnanunni and Geetha adjust to their new living arrangement. They move into their new home with caretaker Kunjamma, and Geetha lightly mocks Krishnanunni’s earlier stinginess. The family gathers to welcome the child.

around birth Geetha's new home
10

Sivan’s mother hospitalisation and Rema’s return

Geetha learns that Sivan’s mother is hospitalised after a fracture, prompting her to advise Rema to return to Sivan. Rema and Sivan are reconciled and grow closer again as a couple. The situation rekindles hope for the unity of the two households.

during the hospitalisation Sivan's home/hospital
11

Rema and Sivan rebuild their relationship

Rema returns to Sivan, reaffirming their bond after earlier resistance. Preman recognizes the importance of family cohesion as tensions ease. The couples resume their shared life despite earlier bumps.

reconciliation Sivan's home
12

Reconciliation and repayment

Sankaran Nair earns enough to return Krishnanunni’s 25,000 rupees and asks him to move out again, but Ammini worries about losing their grandchild. Sankaran Nair’s heart softens, and he forgives his son, bringing the family closer together. The air of forgiveness paves the way for renewed harmony.

after earnings Family home
13

Family reunites and plans a new home

The family reunites and resolves to rebuild their bonds. Geetha suggests shifting to a new place to preserve privacy and keep the intimacy of the relationships intact. The film ends on a hopeful note with renewed unity.

final Family home
14

Final note: harmony through change

Despite earlier conflicts and financial strains, the family learns to adapt and support one another. Their plan to move to a new home marks a fresh start, ensuring closeness and happiness for the generations to come. The story closes with a sense of hopeful unity.

closing New home

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