Panchagni

Indira, a Naxal activist serving a life sentence for the murder of Avarachan, is released on a two-week parole. She steps out of the Cannanore central jail into a world that will soon become unfamiliar to her. The parole period is tightly supervised, with expectations about her conduct during this fragile window.

Indira returns to her family home and is greeted by her mother, a former freedom fighter, who is on her deathbed. The reunion brings a mix of relief and impending sorrow as the family processes her temporary freedom. The atmosphere blends hopeful anticipation with the gravity of her mother's condition.

Ravi, Indira's younger brother, reacts with anger to her return, blaming her for his inability to secure a job. The volatile dynamic adds pressure to the household during the parole period. His resentment foreshadows further familial strain as events unfold.

Indira's older brother, back from Delhi to perform their mother's death rites, refuses to speak with her and eventually leaves after a major quarrel. The rift disrupts the family's ritual duties and deepens Indira's isolation. The nephew ends up performing some rites in her stead.

Sharadha, Indira's old classmate who lives nearby, offers quiet support and friendship amid the family's tensions. She provides a steady presence in Indira's circle, contrasting with the hostility she sometimes faces at home. Her companionship becomes a lifeline during the parole window.

Rasheed, a freelance journalist, persistently seeks an interview with Indira. She initially declines, annoyed by his persistence, signaling a complicated professional curiosity around her case. This interaction plants the seeds for a later, deeper connection between them.

As days pass, Indira feels unwanted and ends up with no permanent place to stay. The lack of shelter intensifies her sense of vulnerability during the parole window. The family and friends struggle to provide lasting support.

Seeking stability, Indira asks Rasheed for help and ends up staying at his place. The arrangement gives her a safe space during the parole period and marks a turning point in their evolving relationship. The proximity increases emotional connection between them.

Over time, Indira and Rasheed grow closer and a loving relationship blossoms. They share confidences and navigate the complexities of parole together. The relationship provides emotional support as external pressures mount.

Rasheed works with bureaucratic channels and, after significant effort, secures a government remission order in time. This development means Indira may avoid returning to jail when the parole ends. The moment brings relief but also highlights the fragility of the system.

Savithri and Ravi reconcile with Indira, rejoicing at the prospect of her release. The family begins to imagine a future beyond the two-week period, embracing the possible freedom she now seems to have earned. The mood shifts from suspicion to hopeful celebration.

Rushing to Sharadha's place to share the good news, Indira discovers that Sharadha’s maid Malu has been gang-raped by her husband Rajan and his friends. The scene exposes brutal violence and tests Indira's righteous resolve. She reacts with shock, realizing the danger around those close to her.

True to her righteous self, Indira shoots Rajan with his hunting rifle to stop the assault. Immediately after, she surrenders herself at the police station, accepting responsibility for her actions. The act culminates the two-week arc with a dramatic choice and personal sacrifice.