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Release, runtime and language
2017 · 126 mins · Malayalam
Directed by
Kiran Narayanan
Starring
Joju George, Lal, Bhavana, Mamukkoya, Arun Kumar, Kulappulli Leela

This story follows Tara, a talented cook living in a southern village. When a traditional biriyani offering is suspended, the villagers embark on a humorous quest to revive it. The film explores the challenges and comical situations that arise as they try to bring back this beloved custom.

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  2. 2 Is it worth watching?
  3. 3 After you watch
  4. 4 Movie threads
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In a sun‑kissed village along Kerala’s backwaters, the rhythm of daily life is stitched together by the weekly communal biryani served from the mosque’s humble kitchen. The feast, offered by the village head Sahib, draws people of every creed and caste to share a meal that has become a cherished ritual of belonging. The aroma of spices drifts through narrow lanes, and the laughter that follows each serving feels as integral to the town as the tide itself, creating a warm, breezy atmosphere that balances reverence with good‑natured humor.

At the heart of this close‑knit community lives Thaara, a widowed cook whose quiet strength is rooted in an extraordinary talent whispered to have been gifted by a celestial being when she was a baby. Though the village knows her for her gentle presence, few are aware of the divine spark that has earned her countless cooking contests in the past. When the beloved chef behind the biryani passes away, the beloved tradition halts, leaving a gap that the villagers feel keenly. Thaara steps forward, offering her skills to revive the feast, her resolve steady even as some locals question whether a woman marked by personal loss can carry the weight of such a treasured custom.

The film unfolds with a light‑hearted, almost storytelling quality, framed by the voice of a renowned Kerala chef who opens and closes the tale as if it were a cherished radio broadcast. This narrator’s warm, conversational tone sets a playful stage where cultural pride, communal bonds, and the simple joy of sharing food intertwine. Against this backdrop, the villagers’ humorous attempts to restore their beloved biryani promise a charming exploration of tradition, resilience, and the subtle magic that can arise when a community rallies around a single, fragrant pot.

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