Pathu Thala

Pathu Thala

Year: 2023

Runtime: 150 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: Obeli N Krishna

Echo Score: 72
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An undercover cop goes into the big bad world, a place taken over by a don, where his safety may be compromised.

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Trace every key event in Pathu Thala (2023) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Disappearance of Arunmozhi Raja

Tamil Nadu CM Arunmozhi Raja is mysteriously summoned at night and subsequently disappears, triggering investigations. Deputy CM Naanjilar Gunasekaran, a political rival, plays a key role in the events surrounding the disappearance.

2

CBI investigates Ameer

The CBI begins probing Ameer, a henchman of crime boss AGR Raavanan, due to his connections to the case. Ameer is surrounded by police but chooses to commit suicide rather than surrender, highlighting the dangerous world he inhabits.

3

Sakthivel undercover assignment

Sakthivel, an undercover CBI officer, is assigned to infiltrate the crime syndicate under the alias Guna. His mission is to gather evidence against AGR Raavanan, a powerful crime boss controlling illegal activities.

4

Guna joins Kareem Bhai's gang

Guna begins working for crime boss Kareem Bhai, but after an incident, he is reassigned to work for AGR Raavanan. During this period, he encounters and clashes with AGR's trusted henchman, Selvin.

5

Encounter with Leela Thompson

Guna reconnects with his ex-girlfriend Leela Thompson, a Tahsildar working to thwart AGR's illegal sand mining operations. Their meetings reveal her resistance to AGR's corrupt influence.

6

Retrieving ₹400 crores

Guna earns AGR's trust after he successfully retrieves ₹400 crores from a goods train, demonstrating his capability to handle high-stakes criminal activities under the radar of the CVC team.

7

Naanjilar's political move

During a contested by-election, Naanjilar persuades Ruby Fernandez, a criminal leader, to run against AGR's candidate by protesting illegal activities. The protest leads to violence and destruction, escalating tensions.

8

Arson of Nesakaram

Protesters set fire to an old age home called Nesakaram, which AGR is implicated in supporting illegally. In retaliation, AGR brutalizes and beheads Ruby, escalating the violence and revenge cycle.

9

Leela's political ambition

Frustrated with AGR's dominance, Leela decides to contest in the by-election herself, aiming to oppose his illegal activities and bring change through political participation.

10

Meeting AGR after an assassination attempt

Guna finally meets AGR after surviving an assassination attempt orchestrated by Naanjilar. AGR reveals that Arunmozhi’s wife, Samudra, is his sister, and she and her daughter Aradhana reside with him, revealing complex family ties.

11

Threat from AGR to Naanjilar

AGR threatens Naanjilar with violence, leading Naanjilar to vow to kill AGR, intensifying their rivalry amidst ongoing political and criminal conflicts.

12

Conflict during the by-election campaign

As the election campaign progresses, Selvin, an AGR associate, suspects Guna is a mole after seeing him with Leela. He finds evidence in Guna's residence linking him to the crime syndicate.

13

Selvin's death and suspicion cast on Guna

Selvin is gunned down after uncovering evidence against Guna, causing suspicions to fall on Guna before AGR intervenes to clear his name. This solidifies Guna's dangerous undercover role.

14

Revelations of corruption and murder

AGR kills Sabari, his business manager and the mole, after discovering his treachery. Guna witnesses the killing and learns about AGR’s involvement in Arunmozhi’s murder and illegal enterprises.

15

Climactic confrontation and arrests

AGR reveals to Guna his knowledge of Guna's true identity and their familial ties. Naanjilar arrives for a final showdown, resulting in multiple deaths, including Singha and Naanjilar. The next day, AGR is arrested based on his confession, but later released due to lack of evidence.

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 at 05:14

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