My Boss

My Boss

Year: 2012

Runtime: 152 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Jeethu Joseph

ComedyRomance

Set against the bustling IT industry in Mumbai, the film follows a young software engineer striving to move abroad. He navigates his career while working under his boss, played by Mamta, exploring themes of ambition, professional life, and the pursuit of a new beginning.

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1

Manu arrives in Mumbai to join Quadra Infotech

Manu Varma lands in Mumbai and takes up the role of executive assistant to CMO Priya S. Nair at Quadra Infotech. He notes his past as a 2004 BTech with distinction and mentions having no work experience until 2012, explaining it was due to family problems. He is determined to prove himself despite the challenge of a new corporate environment.

2012 Mumbai
2

Priya questions his job choice and harsh leadership begins

Priya, a sharp and abusive boss, questions why Manu chose this job. Manu explains family problems as the reason, but Priya remains skeptical. The tense dynamic between a demanding mentor and a hopeful recruit sets the tone for his early days.

early days in Mumbai (2012) Mumbai
3

Manu endures three months under a cruel boss

Manu works hard for three months under Priya's harsh management. He is supported by Ali, an all-in-one errand boy who helps keep things running. The period solidifies Manu's resolve to prove his worth despite the mistreatment.

first three months after joining (2012) Mumbai
4

Priya's visa issue and the chance to strike back

Priya's visa issues create a rare opportunity for Manu to push back against her authority. The prospect of a promotion to company head raises the stakes for both of them. Manu sees a leverage point amid Priya's vulnerability.

mid-2012 Mumbai
5

Priya and Manu's fake relationship begins

Priya fabricates a relationship with Manu, claiming they are in love and will marry. They stage scenes as a couple, leading to comic misunderstandings and awkward moments at work. The ruse complicates their professional lives and personal loyalties.

mid-2012 Mumbai
6

Rival Mathew Abraham enters the scene

Rival Mathew Abraham enters the scene, offering to help Manu if he keeps Priya away from the office for 30 days. He also informs immigration about Priya's fraud, setting the stage for investigation. The power dynamics thickens as alliances shift and pressure mounts.

shortly after the relationship ruse begins (2012) Mumbai
7

Immigration warning and investigation begins

An immigration officer warns Manu and Priya about the consequences of a fraudulent marriage and confirms investigators will look into the matter formally. The threat of exposure forces them to choose their next moves carefully. The office atmosphere becomes tense and uncertain.

after the fraud tip-off Mumbai
8

Manu takes Priya to Kerala to meet his family

Manu convinces Priya that she should travel to Kerala to meet his family and present a believable statement for investigators. They journey to his home state, where personal and cultural expectations take center stage. The trip marks a shift from workplace intrigue to intimate family drama.

during the investigation in Kerala Kerala
9

Priya discovers Manu's wealthy, affectionate family

In Kerala, Priya discovers Manu's palatial home and a loving mother named Lakshmi with a doting grandmother. Manu reveals his departure from home following frequent fights with his father, Thekkeparakkal Prabhkara Varma, who opposed his migration. The wealth and warmth test Priya's feelings and commitment to the ruse.

Kerala visit timeframe Kerala
10

Manu tests Priya with traditional chores

Manu tries to prove Priya's suitability as wife material by asking her to perform traditional chores. The exercise is framed as a loyalty test and a measure of compatibility. The dynamic exposes the vulnerability of both players and deepens the family stake in the plan.

during the Kerala visit Kerala
11

Family accepts Priya; revenge is halted

Manu's family asks him to stop the drama and eventually accepts Priya into the family. Priya softens toward the family and begins to care for them. Manu senses Priya's softer nature and decides to halt his revenge, much to Mathew's disappointment.

after family acceptance Kerala
12

Priya reveals the truth to Manu's parents

Priya reveals that she is actually Manu's boss and explains the reason behind the staged romance. The revelation shocks Manu's parents and shatters the pretense of the family engagement. The tone shifts from comedy to conflict as the truth comes to light.

before the repeat wedding plan Kerala
13

Priya apologizes and leaves for Mumbai

Priya apologizes for the deception and leaves for Mumbai, effectively ending the ruse for the time being. She does not tell Manu she is leaving, creating emotional tension. The departure sets up new unresolved feelings between them.

immediately after the revelation Mumbai
14

Manu follows Priya and learns she has resigned

Motivated by love and resolve, Manu follows Priya to Mumbai and learns that she has resigned from her job. The ending implies a potential new beginning beyond the office politics. The pair confront the future with renewed but uncertain optimism.

shortly after Priya's departure Mumbai
15

Manu proposes and Priya acknowledges with a kiss

Manu proposes to Priya, catching her by surprise, and she initially hesitates. Instead of resisting, Priya pulls him closer and kisses him, signaling a shift from rivalry to romance. The moment closes the film on a note of reconciliation and new beginnings.

final moment Mumbai

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