Nariman

Nariman

Year: 2001

Runtime: 156 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: K. Madhu

ActionCrimeDrama

The film portrays an aggressive and belligerent police officer named Nariman who investigates a murder case for which an innocent man is falsely accused.

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1

Escape attempt during prison transfer

Manu tries to flee during a prison transfer, but the attempt is thwarted by guards and he is shot. He sustains severe injuries yet miraculously survives as bullets rain down on him. The event marks a brutal turning point that keeps him in custody but also sets up questions about his guilt.

During transfer to another facility Prison transfer route
2

Dr. Giri vows to help and enlists political support

Dr. Giri, a senior surgeon, takes pity on Manu and decides to pursue his innocence. He convinces his friend Shekharan, the Chief Minister of Kerala, to reopen Manu's case and assign it to a sincere but aggressive officer, Ashok Nariman. The decision sparks new efforts to reexamine the evidence that led to Manu's conviction.

Soon after the escape incident Hospital and political offices
3

Nariman discovers the real culprits behind the couple murder

Nariman, considered hopeless by some legal advisors, begins probing the original murder case and finds loopholes in the prosecution's narrative. He identifies a conspiracy led by Adv. Padhmanabhan Thampi, along with Kochunarayanan, SP Philippose, and Kamal, who orchestrated the crime. His findings set the stage for a critical challenge to the court's earlier ruling.

Early in the reexamination process Investigation offices / court corridors
4

First case heads to the Sessions Court and stalls

Manu's case is brought before the Sessions Court, but the Judge refuses a second hearing. He cites the earlier Supreme Court ruling and the President's stance as reasons not to reopen the case, dismissing the new arguments as potential publicity. The decision stalls accountability and deepens the mystery of the frame-up.

During initial case review Sessions Court
5

Nariman shifts focus to the Ammini missing case

Disappointed by the stubborn refusal to reopen Manu's case, Nariman turns his attention to the Ammini missing case. Ammini, an ally tied to the illegal network, holds secrets that could incriminate many, and her survival becomes pivotal to the investigation. Nariman believes uncovering this case could expose the underlying corruption.

After the initial case stalls Sessions Court / investigation sites
6

Guilt in the Ammini case is established in court

Nariman presents evidence and pushes for accountability, leading to the conviction of the four key conspirators—Thampi, Kochunarayanan, Philipose, and Kamal—for the Ammini murder case. The courtroom sees a clash of seasoned legal minds and a public prosecutor who is learning to navigate a powerful defense. The verdict seems poised to correct a previous miscarriage of justice.

During Ammini case trial Sessions Court
7

Nariman reveals Ammini is alive and exposes the frame-up

As the judge reads the Ammini verdict, Nariman interrupts to reveal that Ammini is alive and to expose the truth behind the frame-up. He explains how the four were made culprits through fake evidence and a crafted narrative that manipulated the court. His dramatic intervention argues that a corrupt alliance can subvert justice and demands a remedy for Manu.

Moments before/ during the judgement Sessions Court / courtroom
8

Judge allows a second hearing in Manu's case

The Judge realizes that public institutions can be deceived and agrees to allow a second hearing in Manu's case. This procedural shift creates a renewed path toward truth, driven by Nariman's expose and the leverage provided by Ammini's alive status. The courtroom becomes a potential turning point toward real justice.

Immediately after Nariman's interruption Sessions Court
9

Months later Manu is exonerated and the real culprits are punished

In a subsequent retrial, Manu is found innocent. The real culprits—Adv. Thampi, Kochunarayanan, Philipose, Kamal—face punishment for their crimes. The truth prevails, validating Nariman's earlier suspicions and undoing the frame-up that had unjustly condemned Manu.

Months after the second hearing Courtroom
10

Dr. Giri's mercy and public justice converge

Dr. Giri's initial mercy toward Manu culminates in a broader triumph of justice, showing how empathy and professional integrity can challenge a flawed system. The case underscores the importance of courageous individuals who push for truth against powerful interests. The public receives a message about the fallibility of institutions and the possibility of reform.

Across the investigation and retrial period Hospital / legal system
11

The court acknowledges systemic vulnerability to manipulation

The narrative emphasizes that even courts can be deceived when influential allies push a false narrative. Nariman’s actions reveal how evidence can be manufactured and how publicity can sway verdicts. The events set a cautionary tone about ensuring checks and balances remain vigilant.

During and after the retrial Sessions Court / national judiciary
12

Justice restored through persistence and courage

Ultimately Manu is exonerated and the true conspirators are punished, affirming that truth can prevail when determined individuals challenge a corrupted frame-up. The film closes on a note of moral vindication, highlighting the value of tenacity in pursuit of justice. The cycle of deceit is broken, and faith in the system is partially restored.

End of trial Courtroom

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