Thenmavin Kombath

Thenmavin Kombath

Year: 1994

Runtime: 164 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Priyadarshan

FamilyComedy

Sreekrishnan inadvertently falls for the same woman his close friend Manikyan loves. Determined to win her affection, he courts her, but she continuously rebuffs his advances. The escalating tension forces the two friends into a painful rivalry, testing their bond and loyalty.

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1

Love triangle forms between Manikyan, Karthumpi, and Sreekrishnan

Manikyan and Karthumpi start with fierce arguments, but over time they fall in love. Sreekrishnan treats Manikyan like a brother, while Appakkala resents the growing tension between them.

Beginning Village
2

Return from fair leads to attraction and a split path

After returning from a fair, Sreekrishnan spots Karthumpi and is instantly drawn to her, fueling a confrontation. The trio flees the scene: Sreekrishnan runs away, while Manikyan escorts Karthumpi, taking her with him.

After fair Fairground area
3

Night journey and lost route

That night, Manikyan loses his way while traveling with Karthumpi as she pretends not to know the return path. He struggles to navigate the unfamiliar terrain, while she plays along, enjoying the misdirection.

Night On the road
4

Punishment for crude words and intrusion

Manikyan utters crude words and intrudes on a shop owner and a married couple, drawing severe consequences. He is tied to a tree as punishment but is released after he apologizes.

Day after incident Town outskirts
5

Karthumpi reveals her backstory

Karthumpi reveals she is homeless and shares that her sister was murdered by a policeman, Mallikettu, who is also her brother-in-law. This revelation deepens their bond as they reveal vulnerabilities.

During journey On the road/village outskirts
6

Return to village; marriage proposal looming

Back in Manikyan's village, Sreekrishnan proposes to Karthumpi, planning marriage, while Manikyan is torn due to their brotherly bond and love.

After journey Manikyan's village
7

Sreekrishnan learns of rival and Mallikettu attacks

Karthumpi opposes the marriage proposal, and Sreekrishnan becomes furious upon learning of Manikyan's feelings, sparking tension. Mallikettu arrives on the scene and attacks Sreekrishnan.

Shortly after proposal Village
8

Manikyan intervenes and duels the policeman

Manikyan steps in to protect Sreekrishnan during the confrontation, leading to a duel with the policeman Mallikettu. He defeats the policeman and warns him of consequences if he continues.

During confrontation Village street
9

Appakkala spreads false murder rumors

Appakkala spreads lies that Manikyan murdered Sreekrishnan by finding his flip-flop and towel in a pond, turning the townspeople against him. The rumor starts to poison the village’s judgment.

Following confrontation Village
10

Rumor takes a toll on Manikyan

Kannayan slaps Manikyan, and Yeshodhamma cries after believing the rumor. Manikyan himself bursts into tears and pleads his innocence, trying to salvage his reputation.

Next morning Village
11

Decision to leave; Karthumpi joins him

The next morning Manikyan decides to leave the area, with Karthumpi accompanying him out of sympathy and loyalty. Their bond is tested as they head into uncertain times.

Morning Village outskirts
12

Confrontation with Appakkala and pursuit

Manikyan encounters Appakkala and they fight; the townspeople chase Manikyan and Karthumpi through woods, across water, and along a dusty road, driving the couple toward exhaustion.

Chase sequence Outskirts/Forest
13

Resolution and public punishment

Sreekrishnan arrives, and the truth about Appakkala’s deceit becomes clear to the townspeople. Appakkala is publicly punished by making him do sit-ups in front of everyone.

After chase Town square
14

Reconciliation and union

Sreekrishnan realizes his mistakes and marries the woman who loved him for a long time, while also reconciling with Manikyan as he unites with Karthumpi. The trio’s bond is finally resolved into a lasting union.

Ending Village

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