Thandavam

Kasinathan, a pragmatic and playful businessman, is introduced as someone who cares for his men and manages a resort and massage parlour. He is also involved in local politics and is seen as a potential successor to influential politician Menon. His secret admirer begins dropping love messages, hinting at a budding romance.

The story sets in the idyllic village of Midhilapuri, which thrives through agriculture and prosperity. Kasinathan's family background is highlighted, with his elder brother Swaminathan being the heir to Valiyamangalam Malika and a leading figure in the community.

Kasinathan's main concern is to ensure a reliable drinking water supply to the Udayankara colony. His efforts are repeatedly sabotaged by Cherpunkal Shankar Das, a corrupt politician aiming to assert control and punish loyal supporters of honest politicians.

Kasinathan confronts Shankar Das by blackmail, forcing him to release permission for the water supply project. This act leads to Shankar Das's resignation from the cabinet and signals Kasinathan's influence and strategic acumen.

Following the success of the water project, a celebration takes place with a rain dance song, featuring Kasinathan and his supporters including Murugan, Vellapulli Mathachan, Tomi, Basheer, and Pushpakumaran. This scene highlights his popularity and camaraderie.

Kasinathan's secret love affair is uncovered; his beloved Meenakshi is revealed to be the sister of his close friend, Commissioner Rajeevan. Their relationship adds a personal dimension to Kasinathan's character development.

Entrepreneur Dasappan Gounder and his henchmen approach Swaminathan to start a cola drink business, which he opposes due to moral reasons. Gounder, disappointed, allies with Shankar Das to oppose Kasinathan and push their own agenda.

Gounder and Shankar Das hatch a plan to murder Swaminathan, viewing him as an obstacle. The plan is executed clandestinely, resulting in Swaminathan's mysterious disappearance and presumed death, which deeply troubles Kasinathan.

Kasinathan retaliates by brutally attacking Gounder and Shankar Das, leaving Gounder in a vegetative state and Shankar Das mentally devastated after catching wind of his brother's murder. This establishes Kasinathan's role as a protector of justice.

Shankar Das, consumed by guilt and sins, embarks on a pilgrimage to gather strength for confrontation. He ends up in an ashram and succumbs to madness, serving as a karmic retribution for his corrupt deeds.

After resolving the major conflicts and evil deeds, Kasinathan contemplates the emotional and moral 'gap' in his life. He makes the decision to marry his love to find peace and completeness.