Masani

Masani

Year: 2013

Runtime: 150 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: K. Padmaraja

ThrillerDrama

A wealthy landlord's brother begins a romance with a woman from a lower caste, which leads to tragedy when his sister-in-law commits murder. The young woman, carrying his child, is subsequently ostracized and dies during childbirth. However, she returns as a vengeful spirit, determined to haunt the village and confront those responsible for her suffering and the death of her unborn child.

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1

Vishwa is raised by Swami and trained in sculpture

Vishwa, a graduate, is raised by Swami, a renowned sculptor. He learns the craft under Swami's tutelage and grows into a skilled artist. Their bond centers on devotion to sculpture and artistic lineage.

early life Swami's workshop
2

Vishwa meets Kavitha

Vishwa meets Kavitha and they develop mutual affection. Their budding romance adds a personal stake to the village's idol project. The relationship inspires hope amid the looming challenges.

pre-idol assignment village
3

The unfinished idol and the ghost

In the village, many sculptors attempt to finish a god's idol left incomplete years ago. A ghost haunts the project and prevents completion, driving fear among the artisans. This sets the central conflict for the community.

present village idol site
4

Rajeshwari's enmity with Devanna

The village head's wife, Rajeshwari, holds enmity toward Kavitha's father, Devanna Gounder. Their feud casts a shadow over the idol project and village harmony. Personal grudges thwart cooperation.

present village
5

Astrologer advises; Devanna requests Swami

An astrologer advises action to complete the idol. Heeding this, Devanna pleads with Swami to come to his village and finish the work. Swami insists that Vishwa should undertake the task, making the boy the chosen sculptor.

present Devanna's village
6

Swami appoints Vishwa to complete the idol

Swami tells Devanna that Vishwa must complete the idol on his behalf, making Vishwa the project’s lead sculptor. This transition tests Vishwa's skills and resolve. The villagers watch with a mix of hope and skepticism.

present Swami's workshop
7

Flashback: Vetri and Masani's love

Swami recounts a past tale: Vetri, the village head's brother, falls in love with Masani, a lower-caste girl. Their bond faces resistance from Rajeshwari and social norms. The story foreshadows the tragedy that shapes Vishwa's future.

flashback village
8

Vetri and Masani's pregnancy and plan to marry

Vetri decides to marry Masani despite Rajeshwari's objections. Masani becomes pregnant, and their decision challenges caste and family authority. The couple's courage sets in motion a chain of consequences.

flashback village
9

Vetri is killed and Masani is ostracized

Rajeshwari poisons Vetri to prevent the marriage, and Masani is shamed and isolated from the village. The community's cruelty scars Masani and deepens the rift in the village.

flashback village
10

Masani gives birth and dies; Swami's departure

Masani endures hardship, delivers a baby boy in labor, and soon passes away. Swami arrives but leaves the village furious, unable to complete the idol.

flashback village
11

Swami adopts Masani's baby, who is Vishwa

Swami takes the newborn baby as his own, raising him as Vishwa. This act binds Vishwa's fate to the legacy of both Masani and Vetri. The adoption marks a turning point toward a future in which Vishwa will fulfill the idol.

post-flashback Swami's home
12

Vishwa returns to complete the idol

Vishwa grows up and returns to the village to finish the god's idol. His skill and resolve transform the site from fear to faith. The completion marks a moment of restitution for the community.

present village
13

Masani's spirit convicts Rajeshwari and truth comes out

Masani's soul appears to torment Rajeshwari and force her to reveal the truth to the villagers. The confession exposes the village's past wrongs and the root of the idol's delay. The moral balance shifts as guilt is confronted.

present village
14

Revelation, apology, and marriage

Swami arrives and reveals that Vishwa is Vetri and Masani's son. The villagers realize their mistake and apologize to Vishwa. Finally, Vishwa marries Kavitha, sealing a hopeful future for the couple.

present village

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 08:18

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