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Nannbenda (2015) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2015 · 148 mins · Tamil
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Directed by
Jagadish
Starring
Nayanthara, Manobala, Santhanam, Tamannaah Bhatia, Rajendran, Suzane George

Sathya falls in love with Ramya at first sight and starts wooing her. But how will he take the revelations of his girlfriend’s past?

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  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (14)
  3. 3 Timeline questions answered
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Every angle
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14 events in order · contains spoilers

Nannbenda Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of Nannbenda (2015) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Sathya travels to Trichy to meet Sivakozhundhu

    Sathya, an unemployed youth from Thanjavur, makes his monthly trip to Trichy to spend time with his old childhood friend Sivakozhundhu and to live off his salary. This routine establishes the backdrop for Sathya's romantic hopes and his continued reliance on Sivakozhundhu. It sets the stage for the encounters that follow in the city.

    Where
    Trichy, Tamil Nadu

  2. Sathya meets Ramya, the bank manager

    During his time in Trichy, Sathya meets Ramya, who works as a bank manager, and he instantly falls in love with her. He clings to his belief that seeing a girl three times will bring luck, fueling his pursuit. The encounter marks the start of a romantic arc that drives the plot.

    Where
    Ramya's bank, Trichy

  3. Sathya spots Ramya at her birthday celebration

    Just before midnight, Sathya glimpses Ramya celebrating her birthday in a hostel opposite Sivakozhundhu's room. This moment deepens his fascination and leads him to search for her again in the city. The scene adds a sense of destiny to their budding romance.

    When
    Just before 12:00
    Where
    Hostel opposite Sivakozhundhu's room, Trichy

  4. Sathya proposes to Ramya at her bank

    The next day, Sathya gathers his courage and proposes to Ramya at her bank. The moment tests their connection and propels the plot forward, as Ramya's response will shape Sathya's next steps. It marks a turning point in their relationship.

    When
    Next day
    Where
    Ramya's bank

  5. Sivakozhundhu pushes Sathya away; Sathya becomes hotel assistant

    Sivakozhundhu decides to push Sathya away by any means and Sathya ends up as his assistant at a 2.5-star hotel, where Sivakozhundhu previously worked as a manager. This marks Sathya's entry into the hotel business and changes his career path. The dynamic between the two friends shifts as Sathya adapts to hotel life.

    Where
    2.5-star hotel

  6. Ramya refuses the loan; suggests Tamannaah's involvement

    To help improve the hotel, Sathya asks Ramya's bank for a loan but is refused. Ramya instead suggests bringing in actress Tamannaah to the hotel to boost its profile. This proposal introduces a celebrity angle that drives the hotel’s development.

    When
    Around loan discussion
    Where
    Ramya's bank; hotel proposal

  7. The hotel grows with Tamannaah involved

    Following Ramya's suggestion, the hotel gains prominence by involving Tamannaah, leading to noticeable development. The collaboration elevates the hotel’s status and creates new opportunities for Sathya and Sivakozhundhu. The plan hinges on celebrity influence to attract guests.

    When
    After Tamannaah's involvement
    Where
    Hotel

  8. Sathya and Ramya chased by thugs

    One day, Sathya and Ramya are chased by thugs who are henchmen of a woman Ramya had expelled from the hostel for theft. Sathya bravely protects Ramya during the pursuit, strengthening their bond and showcasing Sathya's protective side. The incident raises the stakes for their relationship.

    Where
    City streets near hostel

  9. Ramya reveals her past and the dog incident

    Ramya confesses a dark past, admitting she once committed a murder and spent time in prison. She also recounts a separate incident in Chennai where she kicked a dog to escape a chase, leading to a court case by the Blue Cross and a 10-day imprisonment plus a fine. Sathya's initial laughter hurts her, creating tension between them.

    When
    After the dog incident
    Where
    Court / prison context

  10. Sathya and Sivakozhundhu escape prison to feel pain

    Seeking to understand prison life, Sathya and Sivakozhundhu decide to commit a crime and end up in prison, where they get heavily drunk and beat up Scorpio Shankar, a local don. The stunt sets off a chain of events that intensifies the danger around them. The act reflects their desperation and misguided attempts at revenge.

    When
    Night
    Where
    Local area; prison (implication of later events)

  11. Shankar's confrontation and murder in the park

    Shankar confronts Sathya and Sivakozhundhu in a park, blaming them for taking his Scorpio car and planning to kill Ramya. During the tense encounter, Sathya and Sivakozhundhu strike him, and he dies from a knife wound in his heart. The death draws public attention and draws the inspector Thangadurai into the case.

    When
    The following day
    Where
    Local park

  12. Inspector Thangadurai withholds the real killer

    Thangadurai, Sathya and Sivakozhundhu's old friend, is now the inspector and reveals he has found the real murderer but will not tell the judge until they are sentenced. His manipulation hints at a larger conspiracy and sets a looming trap for the two men. The emotional core shifts as trust fractures between old friends.

    When
    During the investigation
    Where
    Prison / police context

  13. Escape, ramya's information, and Thangadurai's betrayal

    Sathya and Sivakozhundhu escape from prison to seek revenge on Thangadurai. On the way, Sathya visits Ramya's hostel where she reveals that surveillance footage helped Thangadurai uncover the truth about the knife-thrower, adding a twist that their ally may have betrayed them. Ramya explains that she and Thangadurai are still friends, complicating loyalties.

    When
    Night
    Where
    Prison to park; Ramya's hostel

  14. Final escape plan fails and Kumar is arrested

    Thangadurai tries to trap them with a faulty escape plan, but Sathya and Sivakozhundhu end up not using the tunnel. They instead help two other prisoners escape and surrender, buying time to secure their release. In the morning, Sathya and Sivakozhundhu are freed, and Kumar is arrested for Shankar's murder, closing the immediate case with a courtroom shake-up.

    When
    Next morning
    Where
    Prison; aftermath

Last updated: October 01, 2025 at 13:07

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Timeline questions answered

Nannbenda Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of Nannbenda (2015): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Why did Ramya refuse Sathya's loan request?

Ramya refused to give Sathya a loan for his hotel because as a bank manager, she couldn't approve such a large loan for someone without proper collateral or business credentials. Instead, she suggested a practical alternative: bringing in actress Tamannaah Bhatia for a hotel event, which would boost the hotel's profile and business without financial risk.

  • ramya loan refused
  • hotel business
  • tamannaah
  • sathya bank loan
Q2

What was Ramya's past crime that landed her in prison?

Ramya revealed that she had previously killed a dog during an incident in Chennai. When she was chased by stray dogs, she kicked one in self-defense, which led to a complaint by Blue Cross. She was convicted and served 10 days in prison plus paid a fine.

  • ramya past
  • dog incident
  • chennai
  • prison
  • blue cross
Q3

Why did Sathya laugh at Ramya's confession about her past?

Sathya laughed because he found the irony humorous - Ramya, a bank manager who had imprisoned others for debt defaults, had herself been convicted for a animal cruelty case. However, this reaction deeply hurt Ramya, who felt betrayed that Sathya would mock her past struggles rather than showing understanding.

  • sathya laughs
  • ramya betrayed
  • past prison
  • animal cruelty
Q4

Why did Sathya and Sivakozhundhu deliberately get arrested?

After seeing Ramya hurt by her past prison experience, Sathya wanted to understand what pain felt like firsthand. Along with Sivakozhundhu, he committed a crime to get jailed, hoping to experience prison life. During their stay, they got heavily drunk and attacked local don Scorpio Shankar, escalating the situation further.

  • sathya prison
  • sivakozhundhu prison
  • scorpio shankar
  • deliberately arrested
Q5

How did Scorpio Shankar actually die?

Shankar was killed during a confrontation with Sathya and Sivakozhundhu in a park. While they attacked him, the actual murderer was a man named Baby Kumar, who threw a knife from a distance that struck Shankar in the heart. The knife-throwing was captured on park surveillance footage.

  • shankar death
  • baby kumar
  • knife
  • park
  • murder
Q6

Why did Inspector Thangadurai hide the real murderer's identity?

Despite being childhood friends with Sathya and Sivakozhundhu, Thangadurai wanted to teach them a lesson for their reckless actions. He discovered that Baby Kumar was the real killer through surveillance footage but refused to reveal this to the judge until they were sentenced, wanting them to face harsh punishment.

  • thangadurai inspector
  • real killer hidden
  • childhood friend
  • betray
Q7

What evidence did Ramya provide to Thangadurai?

Ramya obtained the park surveillance footage from the night of Shankar's murder and handed it to Thangadurai. This footage revealed that Baby Kumar had thrown the knife that killed Shankar, providing the crucial evidence needed to identify the real murderer.

  • ramya evidence
  • surveillance footage
  • baby kumar
  • knife throwing
  • thangadurai
Q8

How did Sathya and Sivakozhundhu escape from prison?

When Thangadurai set a trap with a faulty tunnel escape plan, Sathya and Sivakozhundhu didn't use it. Instead, they noticed two other prisoners escaping through a different route and followed them out. They then surrendered these two inmates to the police, claiming they only pursued the tunnel to catch those escapees, which led to their release the next morning.

  • prison escape
  • tunnel
  • sathya sivakozhundhu caught
  • thangadurai trap
Q9

Why did Sathya believe seeing a girl three times would bring luck?

Sathya held a superstition that if he saw a girl three times in one day, she would be his lucky lady. This belief motivated him to chase after Ramya throughout Trichy, believing destiny had brought them together.

  • three times luck
  • sathya superstition
  • ramya chase
  • destiny
Q10

Who was Baby Kumar in the murder case?

Baby Kumar was the actual murderer of Scorpio Shankar. During the confrontation in the park, Kumar threw the knife from a distance that struck Shankar in the heart while Sathya and Sivakozhundhu were attacking him. He was later arrested for the murder after the surveillance footage proved his involvement.

  • baby kumar arrested
  • real murderer
  • shankar killer
  • knife thrower

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  • friendship
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