Kurukkan

Kurukkan

Year: 2023

Runtime: 124 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Jayalal Divakaran

ComedyCrime

A self deprecating police officer who is down on luck and hasn’t had any career promotion’s tries to frame an innocent to make fame, but it backfires on him.

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1

Investigation begins under Dinesh

Dinesh K. T., a circle inspector, takes charge of Neenu's death case at Gandhi Nagar police station. He briefs his team and is pressed by Commissioner Balachandran to reach a quick conclusion. The stage is set for a tense, high-stakes inquiry.

Day 1, morning Gandhi Nagar police station
2

Hari interrogated; background surfaced

As part of the inquiry, Hari, Neenu's newspaper deliverer, is called for interrogation. He reveals his IT background and that he's preparing to launch a startup, but is the only person in the area when Neenu died, raising suspicion. Dinesh hints at Hari as a suspect while Sajad and Reena urge caution and solid proof before detention.

Day 1, morning Gandhi Nagar police station
3

Hari’s alleged involvement discussed with the police leadership

Dinesh informs Sajad and Reena that Hari was fired for assaulting a CEO, strengthening the case against him. His proximity to the crime scene reinforces the suspicion, yet the team insists on detaining Hari only with adequate proof. The tension between investigators over how to proceed grows.

Day 1, afternoon Gandhi Nagar police station
4

Hotel drug lead and gypsum powder discovery

Manoj from Yellow News tips about two people in a hotel with drugs. Dinesh’s raid leads to arresting a woman and a young man, but the bag turns out to contain gypsum powder instead of drugs. Dinesh is publicly humiliated by this misleading turn, forcing him to reassess his approach.

Day 2, morning Hotel room; police station
5

Lawyer’s push to implicate Hari convinces Commissioner

A defense lawyer counsels Dinesh to keep Hari in the frame, and the lawyer’s support helps sway Commissioner Balachandran. The plan to arrest Hari solidifies, and Hari is taken into custody while preparing for the PSC exam.

Day 2, evening Police station; Commissioner’s office
6

Hari arrested and jailed

Hari is arrested in connection with Neenu's death as a PSC exam looms for him. A court-friendly narrative begins to take shape, setting the stage for the next legal proceedings. Hari is incarcerated and begins to face the implications of the ongoing investigation.

Day 2, evening Police station / jail
7

Krishnan Rajasekharan testifies falsely in court

Krishnan Rajasekharan, a documentator accustomed to appearing in court, is presented as a witness. In the commissioner’s presence, Krishnan makes a false statement that casts doubt on Hari. Hari reacts emotionally, but the court proceeds with the flawed testimony.

Day 3, morning Courtroom
8

Hari beaten in jail and escapes custody

Hari is assaulted by inmates in jail and is taken to the hospital for treatment. During the commissioner’s visit, he escapes in an ambulance, prompting Hari to go on the run. Arya, Hari’s lover, and Ahammad provide shelter and help him hide.

Day 3-4 Jail, hospital, warehouse
9

Hari plots against Krishnan; retrieves his data

With Arya and Ahammad’s help, Hari locates Krishnan by retrieving Krishnan’s mobile data and deleted call history. He prepares to pressure Krishnan to file an affidavit and gathers evidence against Dinesh and other inspectors. The cat-and-mouse game intensifies as Hari rebuilds his case.

Day 4 Warehouse owned by Ahammad
10

Cochin Tower chase and metro pursuit

Hari and Arya locate Krishnan at the Cochin Tower hotel, but Krishnan escapes just as the chase begins. Hari pursues him to the Palarivattom metro station, only for Krishnan to slip away again as police close in. The game of hide-and-seek reveals Hari’s resolve to expose the truth.

Day 4-5 Cochin Tower hotel; Palarivattom metro station
11

Roadside arrest and Dinesh’s public grab

An information trail from traffic CCTV leads to Hari’s vehicle in a minor accident. Krishnan and Sajad track Hari via CCTV and real-time updates. Hari is finally arrested in Manaf’s autorickshaw, and Dinesh arrives to claim credit for the capture.

Day 5 City streets; autorickshaw route
12

Court exposes falsities; Hari vindicated

In court, Hari cross-examines the case and demonstrates that Anjitha's and Krishnan’s statements were fabricated. He presents WhatsApp chats, CCTV footage, and personal videos showing Dinesh’s connections to Neenu. Dinesh’s wife Bincy George testifies against him, and Dinesh is arrested for accusing Hari, with Krishnan facing charges for false testimony.

Day 6 Courtroom
13

Justice delivered

The confrontation of truth culminates as Hari is cleared and Dinesh and Krishnan face arrest and accountability. The investigation turns to a conclusion that exposes corruption and vindicates the accused, emphasizing the importance of evidence over coercion.

Day 6 Courtroom

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