Romeo

Arivu, a Malaysian returnee in his mid-30s, meets Leela during her grandfather's funeral in his village. He is moved by her warmth and quiet resolve, and a connection forms between them. This chance encounter sets the stage for a romance that will be tested by distance and family pressure.

Leela's father disapproves of the relationship, so she pretends to work for an MNC in Chennai to keep everyone hopeful. Arivu quietly covers Leela's mother's medical expenses when she falls ill, deepening his commitment. The two grow closer as she navigates her deception under her father's watchful eye.

Leela and her friends manipulate Arivu into moving to Chennai so she can escape her family's restrictions. The plan to marry him becomes her only viable option, and Arivu, smitten by her, agrees to the arrangement. The transformation from village to city marks a new, fragile chapter for both.

In Chennai, Leela's three friends—an aspiring director, a cinematographer, and a stylist—join the couple and keep Arivu at arm's length. Although they initially try to annoy him, Arivu's kindness wins them over. Leela then asks them to leave and reveals her plan to file for divorce.

Arivu escapes to a bar with his uncle, where the bar manager, Vikram, helps him contact Leela under the alias 'Vikram'. Leela forms a wary friendship with Vikram, who secretly shares a fear of fire. The double identity begins to entwine their fates.

Leela gets close to 'Vikram' and learns of his fear of fire, though he does not reveal the reason. The mystery deepens as she trusts the charming contact. The friendship grows while Arivu remains hidden behind the alias.

Leela lands her debut role in a film directed by a friend, but the producer misbehaves with her. When the pressure rises, 'Vikram' confronts him, revealing a protective side that deepens Leela's reliance on this enigmatic ally. The incident intensifies Arivu's need to stay unseen and supportive.

To support Leela and her friends, Arivu agrees to produce their film, Romeo, on the condition that he plays the lead role. Leela initially declines but, pressed by her friends, eventually accepts. The plan traps him in a dual role as both financier and unseen husband.

As preproduction and test shoots begin, Arivu—still in the Vikram guise—struggles at first but steadily improves. He continues to motivate Leela and maintains the bond with her friends. The film's progress mirrors their growing emotional complexities.

Leela asks to meet Vikram in person, but Arivu avoids the encounter to protect the ruse. Distraught, Leela loses focus on filming, and Arivu re-establishes contact as Vikram to lift her spirits and keep her commitment to the project.

During shooting, the producer's goons abduct Leela, and Arivu fights them off despite his fear of fire. He is severely injured and hospitalized, while Leela pleads with him to prioritize his health over dreams. The crisis deepens the emotional stakes of their double life.

Arivu, still as Vikram, tells Leela about his long-silent sister Janani during a riot in Rameshwaram, revealing the origin of his fear of fire. The anecdote deepens their bond and adds a layer of tenderness to the secrecy. Leela listens with a mix of worry and wonder.

Arivu's uncle discharges him from the hospital and reveals his fear of fire to Leela. In that moment, Leela realizes that Vikram is actually Arivu, but she chooses not to confront him outright. The truth hides beneath a fragile trust they have built.

On the final day of shooting, Leela invites Vikram to visit and introduces him to Janani. Arivu maintains the pretense, claiming Janani is someone else’s sister to protect the ruse. After filming ends, Leela reveals she knows Vikram is Arivu and confesses her love; they reconcile with Janani present.