Thupparivaalan

Thupparivaalan

Year: 2017

Runtime: 159 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: Mysskin

CrimeThrillerAction

Detective Kaniyan Poonkundran is hungry for a challenging case to investigate and the mystery of a murdered dog leads to a rival who could be the match for him.

Warning: spoilers below!

Haven’t seen Thupparivaalan yet? This summary contains major spoilers. Bookmark the page, watch the movie, and come back for the full breakdown. If you're ready, scroll on and relive the story!

Timeline – Thupparivaalan (2017)

Trace every key event in Thupparivaalan (2017) 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

Birthday tragedy: Dhivakar and son die

Dhivakar, an IT company owner, celebrates his birthday with his family. A sudden bolt of artificial lightning rips through the celebration, burning him and his son to death. The tragedy triggers investigations that drive the rest of the story.

Dhivakar's home
2

Cinema harassment incident

In a cinema, a man gropes a woman, triggering a brief commotion that is quickly contained. The incident hints at the darkness lurking beneath ordinary life and foreshadows the crime network in the plot.

Cinema
3

ACP Paul Dhanarajan's death

Three days after the cinema incident, ACP Paul Dhanarajan dies in the middle of a police conference after intervening. His death shocks the force and sharpens the investigation into the hidden conspiracy.

Three days after the cinema incident Police conference venue
4

Kani and Mano meet Mallika

Detective Kaniyan Poongundran (Kani) and his associate Mano are introduced as a team. They cross paths with Mallika after a pickpocketing incident, and she later becomes the housekeeper at Kani's home.

Kani's home
5

Nemo case arrives

Naveen, a schoolboy, asks Kani and Mano to find his missing dog Nemo after a bullet is recovered at the scene. The bullet is identified as 9mm and shows a ricochet, and a tooth traced to Swarnavel connects the case to a hidden past.

Crime scene / Nemo's death site
6

Kamalesh funds five assassins

Kamalesh visits a travel agency to deliver a stash of money to five individuals who operate as assassins: Devil, Muthu, Pritha, a stout man, and a bald man. The arrangement signals a larger conspiracy behind the Dhivakar tragedy.

Travel agency
7

Swarnavel's involvement in Dhivakar incident

Kani recalls a news article about Dhivakar's death and learns Swarnavel was present at a nearby construction site on the day. He concludes that Swarnavel engineered the artificial lightning that killed Dhivakar.

Day of Dhivakar incident Construction site; Mrs. Dhivakar's house
8

Ram Prasad's murder and tender

At Dhivakar's office, Kani and Mano learn the tender to be awarded to Dhivakar is now in Ram Prasad's hands. Before they can reach him, Ram Prasad is assassinated, escalating the chase.

Dhivakar's office
9

Mercenaries and Kamalesh's fate

Kamalesh hires Chinese mercenaries to kill Kani. Kani defeats them, and in a twist of fate, Pritha kills Kamalesh to cover their tracks.

City streets / offices
10

Mall confrontation: Mallika saves Kani

A day later in a shopping mall, Pritha makes a failed attempt to kill Kani, but Mallika intervenes and saves him. The close call heightens the danger surrounding them.

Shopping mall
11

Hotel chase and Mano injured

Kani and Mano meet Police Inspector Madhivanan and ACP Vijayakumar at a hotel, where another assassination attempt occurs. Muthu plans to inject Kani with a poison dart, and Mano is caught in the crossfire and rushed to hospital.

Hotel; hospital
12

Travel agency raid and lightning books

The team raids the travel agency; Devil kills Muthu to cover his tracks, and they discover physics books related to lightning that link back to Swarnavel's scheme.

Travel agency
13

Interrogation reveals backstory

During interrogation, Madhivanan reveals that Ram Prasad hired Devil and his team to kill Dhivakar to secure the tender. Swarnavel feels guilty and tries to expose their involvement, but Devil and his crew murder him; Nemo bites Devil, and Swarnavel's body is hidden in the office fridge.

Police interrogation scene; Office
14

Mangrove forest final confrontation

Kani, Mano, and Vijayakumar pursue Devil to a mangrove forest. A brutal firefight erupts and all but the three of them die, tightening the noose around the mastermind.

Mangrove forest
15

Devil's capture and Naveen's ending

Devil captures Kani and Vijayakumar and uses Naveen to threaten them. Kani explains how he uncovered Devil's backstory, then kills Devil. In his dying moment, Devil apologizes to Naveen for Nemo, and Naveen finds a Pomerarian puppy with a note from Kani on his doorstep.

Mangrove forest outskirts; Naveen's home

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 13:04

Mobile App Preview

Coming soon on iOS and Android

The Plot Explained Mobile App

From blockbusters to hidden gems — dive into movie stories anytime, anywhere. Save your favorites, discover plots faster, and never miss a twist again.

Sign up to be the first to know when we launch. Your email stays private — always.

Unlock the Full Story of Thupparivaalan

Don't stop at just watching — explore Thupparivaalan in full detail. From the complete plot summary and scene-by-scene timeline to character breakdowns, thematic analysis, and a deep dive into the ending — every page helps you truly understand what Thupparivaalan is all about. Plus, discover what's next after the movie.

Thupparivaalan Summary

Read a complete plot summary of Thupparivaalan, including all key story points, character arcs, and turning points. This in-depth recap is ideal for understanding the narrative structure or reviewing what happened in the movie.

Thupparivaalan Summary

Characters, Settings & Themes in Thupparivaalan

Discover the characters, locations, and core themes that shape Thupparivaalan. Get insights into symbolic elements, setting significance, and deeper narrative meaning — ideal for thematic analysis and movie breakdowns.

Characters, Settings & Themes in Thupparivaalan

Thupparivaalan Spoiler-Free Summary

Get a quick, spoiler-free overview of Thupparivaalan that covers the main plot points and key details without revealing any major twists or spoilers. Perfect for those who want to know what to expect before diving in.

Thupparivaalan Spoiler-Free Summary

More About Thupparivaalan

Visit What's After the Movie to explore more about Thupparivaalan: box office results, cast and crew info, production details, post-credit scenes, and external links — all in one place for movie fans and researchers.

More About Thupparivaalan

Similar Movies to Thupparivaalan

Discover movies like Thupparivaalan that share similar genres, themes, and storytelling elements. Whether you’re drawn to the atmosphere, character arcs, or plot structure, these curated recommendations will help you explore more films you’ll love.