Michael

Michael

Year: 2023

Runtime: 154 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: Ranjit Jeyakodi

ActionDrama

In the early 1990s, a young man from the south relocates to Bombay with a personal mission, finding himself under the mentorship of a powerful gangster named Gurunath. He’s tasked with eliminating someone connected to an assassination attempt against his mentor. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he falls in love with Theera, the daughter of his intended target, while in Delhi.

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1

Michael enters Gurunath's crime world

Michael begins his rise in the Bombay underworld under Gurunath's mentorship. Swamy guides him as he learns the tricks of the trade and the code of the gang. The foundation is laid for a brutal career in crime.

Early 1980s Bombay
2

Gurunath is attacked and assigns a mission

After a brutal attack on Gurunath by a rival gang, Gurunath sends Michael to Delhi with orders to kill Rathan and his daughter Theera. The mission marks the start of Michael's dual path of loyalty and danger. The assignment also foreshadows the personal complications to come.

Mid-1980s Bombay/Delhi
3

Mission to Delhi; Michael falls in love with Theera

In Delhi, Michael reaches his target and is supposed to execute the hit. He unexpectedly falls in love with Theera, complicating his orders and loyalty to Gurunath. The mission becomes a turning point that will haunt him later.

1980s (Delhi mission) Delhi
4

Capture and revelation at Amarnath's place

One night, Michael, Theera and Rathan are captured and brought before Amarnath. Amarnath reveals that he orchestrated the attack to seize Gurunath's position and that Theera's feelings for Michael were manipulated. The trio realizes how deeply treacherous the underworld has become.

Mid-1980s Amarnath's hideout
5

Betrayal: Rathan killed; Michael left for dead

Amarnath executes Rathan and shoots Michael, gravely wounding him. The captives are thrown into the sea, leaving Michael for dead. The betrayal locks the fates of the rivals in a brutal vendetta.

Same night as the Delhi mission Amarnath's hideout
6

Michael's survival and revenge begins

Michael survives the ordeal and reaches Amarnath's hideout, where he disables Amarnath's men and fights his way to the usurper. He injures and kills almost all of Amarnath's guards and finally kills Amarnath. The immediate threat to Gurunath's grip is eliminated.

Days after the attack Amarnath's hideout
7

Return to Bombay and confrontation with Gurunath

Michael returns with Theera to Bombay and tells Gurunath the truth about Amarnath and his family ties. Gurunath vows revenge and tightens his grip on the empire. The power struggle re-erupts as both sides regroup.

Soon after Amarnath's death Bombay
8

Gurunath's bounty and hideout of Michael and Theera

Gurunath issues a bounty to kill Michael and Theera to secure his throne. Kannamma and her retired police officer husband shelter the couple. The lovers stay hidden while Gurunath's men close in.

Late 1980s Kannamma's home
9

Kannamma's husband traps Gurunath's men

Kannamma's husband pretends to cooperate with Gurunath's men but helps Michael and Theera escape. He and Kannamma eliminate Gurunath's men, removing a key threat to Michael and Theera. The trap buys them time to plan their next move.

Late 1980s Kannamma's home
10

Backstory revealed: Jennifer and Gurunath

Michael learns that his mother Jennifer, a singer, had an affair with Gurunath and bore him Michael. Charulatha's jealousy led to a fire that Jennifer survived, later working as a prison cook and raising Michael. The revelation deepens Michael's motive for revenge.

Backstory (pre-rise) Jennifer's house / prison
11

Michael returns to confront Gurunath

Back in Bombay, Michael confronts Gurunath at his mansion and reveals their blood relation. He also exposes Amarnath's failed coup as part of his plan. The confrontation sets the stage for the climactic confrontation.

Final act Gurunath's mansion, Bombay
12

Showdown and ascent to power

Michael kills Charulatha and Gurunath, avenging his mother and ending their reign. He reunites with Theera and takes over Gurunath's empire, becoming Bombay's new crime boss. The city braces for the new order under Michael.

Climax (late 1980s) Gurunath's mansion, Bombay
13

Gurunath's twin brother resurfaces

A new gang led by Gurunath's twin brother emerges, keeping the feud secret from most of the world. On learning of Michael, the brother swears revenge, ensuring the cycle of vengeance continues. Swamy's loyalties and the larger power struggle remain unsettled.

Post-climax Bombay

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