Padmini

Padmini

Year: 2023

Runtime: 120 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Senna Hegde

DramaComedyRomance

Rameshan, a lecturer who also writes poetry, becomes the village’s laughing stock after his wife abandons him on their wedding night. Determined to silence the mockery and find a new chance at love, he must battle both a daunting legal case and the harsh, judgmental attitudes of his community.

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1

Elopement on wedding night shocks the village

Smrithi elopes with her boyfriend Siju in a Premier Padmini on the night of their wedding. The news spreads quickly through the village as people gossip about the escape. Rameshan is aware of the elopement, and villagers begin calling him 'Padmini' for his bride's getaway car.

Night of the wedding Village
2

Remarriage plan formed; bureau visit in Kollengode

Rameshan and his friend Venu decide to consider remarriage. They visit a marriage bureau in Kollengode, where profiles of potential brides are shown. Rameshan spots a Premier Padmini on Sreedevi's porch and decides not to meet her, sensing his life is entangled with Smrithi.

Following elopement Kollengode, marriage bureau
3

Sreedevi's anger at Rameshan's decision

Sreedevi learns that Rameshan no longer wants to pursue a married life with her. She becomes furious at his sudden change of heart and questions his commitment. The tension signals the shifting dynamics among the central characters.

Sreedevi's home
4

Padmini joins as lecturer; romance begins

A new mathematics guest lecturer, Padmini, joins Rameshan's college. Over time, Rameshan and Padmini grow closer as they interact in lectures and conversations. Their developing bond hints at future plans beyond friendship.

After bureau visit Rameshan's college
5

Jayan proposes to Sreedevi; initial rejection

Jayan, owner of Raareeram mattresses, approaches Sreedevi with a marriage proposal. Sreedevi initially rejects the proposal but gradually warms up to him as they interact. The storyline begins to weave the idea of a potential alliance.

Sreedevi's office
6

Rameshan plans to marry Padmini; divorce question arises

Rameshan and Padmini decide to get married, and he arrives at Padmini's house with a prospective alliance for his family. Padmini's uncle asks whether Rameshan has legally divorced Smrithi, revealing that this crucial detail was forgotten. This oversight unsettles Rameshan and stalls the plan.

Padmini's house
7

Padmini and Sreedevi discuss Rameshan's situation

Padmini meets with Sreedevi to discuss Rameshan's situation and what it means for her own future. Sreedevi asks Padmini to send Rameshan to her office for a formal discussion. The planning underscores the ongoing push-pull among the three women in Rameshan's life.

Padmini's residence
8

Sreedevi demands Smrithi's affidavit; Venu cautions

Rameshan and Venu visit Sreedevi, who insists on obtaining Smrithi's signature on an affidavit. Venu cautions that they still do not know Smrithi's whereabouts, highlighting the real obstacle in the legal process. The scene underscores the fragile state of the case.

Sreedevi's office
9

Efforts to locate Smrithi; family opposition

Rameshan, Venu, and Rahul search Smrithi's details on social media and visit Smrithi's village, only to be mocked by her father for the elopement. The search yields no solid information about her whereabouts. The frustration deepens as the case drags on.

Smrithi's home and village
10

Jayan spies Rameshan and Sreedevi; jealousy grows

Jayan unexpectedly arrives at the office and spots Rameshan with Sreedevi. His jealousy grows as he continues to misinterpret their relationship. The tension between the men thickens, affecting their professional dynamics.

Office
11

Chennai bound to meet Smriti; updates from Padmini

Rameshan and Sreedevi travel to Chennai to meet Smriti, hoping to resolve things. Jayan tries to contact Padmini and learns they have gone to Chennai, which fuels his jealousy further. The trip marks a turning point in the pursuit of Smriti.

Chennai
12

Smrithi joins the group; decision to stay

Smrithi agrees to join Rameshan and Sreedevi after meeting them, choosing to confront her situation rather than remain distant. The trio continues their travel and plan to settle the matter with Smriti's involvement. The sense of an imminent resolution grows.

13

Jayan discovers the meeting; ends relationship with Sreedevi

Jayan arrives in Chennai and discovers Sreedevi and Rameshan talking in a hotel room. He decides to end his relationship with Sreedevi, signaling a significant shift in the romantic dynamics surrounding Rameshan. The revelation drives part of the plot toward final resolutions.

Chennai hotel
14

Kavasseri stopover; Smrithi's hostel conflict and departure

Rameshan, Sreedevi, and Smrithi travel to Kavasseri; they drop Smrithi at Padmini's hostel, where Smrithi and Padmini briefly clash over Rameshan. Sreedevi then takes Smrithi to her own house, guiding the group toward a resolution. The sequence tightens the circle around the trio.

Kavasseri
15

Court postponements; Siju's marriage and final resolution

The next day in court, Rameshan, Padmini, Padmini's father and uncle appear for the divorce case, but Smrithi's absence postpones it again. A few days later, Siju marries Monisha, and Smrithi informs Monisha's family about her relationship with Siju. Monisha's reaction triggers a wedding-night reversal, with Smrithi getting Siju back, and the group leaving the venue in Sreedevi's Premier Padmini, signaling the final arc toward resolution.

Next days; wedding night Court; wedding venue

Last Updated: October 07, 2025 at 08:38

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