The King

Wildlife photographer Madhu Kumar witnesses criminals transporting explosives through the forest check post near Kozhikode and immediately informs Police Commissioner Shankar. His warning triggers police awareness ahead of the violence. The information foreshadows the planned riot and the criminals' plan.

The goons capture and murder Madhu before the riot erupts, silencing the crucial witness. His death is staged to cover the criminals' tracks and to ensure the riot proceeds without interference. The loss dents early hopes for preventing the violence.

DC Thevalliparambil Joseph Alex helps fight the rioters and grows suspicious of Shankar's activities. He collaborates with ASP Prasad and AC Anura Mukherji to investigate the case and uncover potential corruption behind the violence. This marks the shift from field action to behind-the-scenes inquiry.

State minister John Varghese berates Joseph during a personal hearing, trying to intimidate him and stifle dissent. Joseph responds by openly criticizing Varghese's abuse of authority and the political cover for the riot. The clash reveals the deeper connections between officials and the conspiracy.

Madhu's father files a case about his son's disappearance, pushing Prasad to dig deeper. Prasad eventually discovers Madhu's body with his camera, though the film is missing. The grim discovery confirms the photographer's murder and raises the stakes of the investigation.

MP Jayakrishnan arrives to coordinate relief works in the damaged areas. It is revealed that he is the mastermind behind the massacre, planning to destroy the slums to develop real estate. The involvement extends to Shankar, Varghese, and Jalal, with Shankar having sent Madhu's killers to cover tracks.

The local medical surgeon Dr. Vijay concludes Madhu was murdered after the autopsy. He soon dies in a road accident before he can provide more testimony. The accident hints at a broader attempt to silence key witnesses.

Joseph finds an ally in Sanjay, Dr. Vijay's elder brother and a trusted associate from their Mussourie training days. The partnership strengthens the investigation as they pool resources and information. Sanjay brings a fresh perspective to the unraveling conspiracy.

Joseph, Prasad, and Sanjay arrest Jalal and interrogate him. Jalal reveals that the lead goon is Ananthashankara Iyer, tying Madhu's murder and the broader conspiracy to him. The revelation directs the team toward Iyer as the next target.

Iyer is arrested at a shopping mall but is rescued during a violent shootout led by Vikram Khorpade, a Mumbai crime boss. Anura Mukherji dies in the crossfire as Vikram escapes with Iyer. The rescue escalates the stakes and reveals Vikram's reach.

Joseph, Prasad, and Sanjay track Vikram's goons to a horse farm where they kill the remaining men. Sanjay hangs Iyer on a chain, while Joseph defeats Vikram and forces his confession. The trio's actions expose key players behind the conspiracy.

After being sworn in as cabinet minister, Jayakrishnan is confronted by Joseph and armed with Iyer and Vikram's confessions. Joseph publicly exposes Jayakrishnan's conspiracy, undermining his political authority. The exposure triggers a cascade of arrests.

Jayakrishnan, Vikram, and Shankar are arrested on charges of conspiracy, murder, and terrorism. In a last-ditch bid, Jayakrishnan shoots into the crowd, killing Vikram and triggering chaos. Joseph responds by blasting the gas tank of the getaway car, causing an explosion that kills Jayakrishnan.

With the conspirators exposed and the city recovering, Joseph is hailed as a hero by the public for his decisive actions. The story ends on a note of accountability and renewed faith in law enforcement. The city of Kozhikode breathes a cautious sigh of relief.