Vaarikkuzhiyile Kolapathakam (2019) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Vincent's dual path: policeman then priest

Fr. Vincent Kombana is a roguish yet compassionate figure whose path weaves from police work to the priesthood. He is trained by his father Isaac to become a cop, fulfilling his dream before circumstances push him toward the church. In the village, people both rely on him and fear his reach and strict sense of justice.

When

early life

Kunjoyi provides intel and support

Vincent's information network runs through his peon Kunjoyi, who supplies details about legal and illegal dealings in the community. This gives Vincent leverage to police troublemakers and mete out punishments when needed. His subordinates, Kurukkan Ponnappan and Member Rocky, help him maintain order.

When

present day

Midnight murder witnessed in the field

One midnight, Vincent hears a scream and uncovers a murder committed by Kattuthara Joy. He watches Joy and an accomplice bury the body in a ditch, remaining hidden as the crime unfolds. Although Joy claims to confess, Vincent senses the confession is a trap rather than genuine remorse.

When

midnight

Where

field

Joy's confession trap

Joy uses the supposed confession to frame someone else and to escape scrutiny. He spots Vincent behind the bushes, realizing his plan to trap Vincent will fail if the truth surfaces. The tense moment sets the stage for a dangerous cat-and-mouse game between priest and killer.

Lissy's death announced by Kunjoyi

Kunjoyi informs Vincent that Lissy, Joy's wife, has died. The news intensifies the case and gives Vincent new urgency to uncover the truth behind the murders. He braces for new developments as the community mourns.

When

following day

Lissy's funeral and Vincent's investigation begins

The next day, Lissy's funeral fills the village with songs and sorrow. Vincent is compelled to revisit the ditch and search for the identity of the buried victim. His investigation brings up connections to other missing people and local inquiries about Pollachi.

When

day after Lissy's death

Where

village

Vincent digs to identify the body

Vincent digs at the ditch, determined to learn whose body lies buried there. The effort is arduous but steady as he sifts through clues and signs that point toward a murder rather than an accidental death. The digging draws attention from townsfolk and tests his resolve.

Where

ditch

The body is Eldhose; Joy's murder confirmed

The body is revealed to be Eldhose, confirming his murder was committed by Joy. Police details note multiple stab wounds, solidifying the case as a premeditated murder rather than an accident. This revelation hardens Vincent's resolve to bring Joy to justice.

Where

ditch

Joy's incriminating video

Joy shows Vincent a video that records Vincent digging the ditch, filmed without his knowledge. If released publicly, the clip could ruin Vincent's standing and undermine the investigation. Vincent pleads with Joy to delete the video, while Joy demands a public flag hoisting and confrontation.

Vincent's plan and Santo overhears

Vincent formulates a plan to imprison Joy without exposing himself, keeping his secrets and prayers close. He believes he can outmaneuver Joy using the evidence and his network. Meanwhile, Santo overhears Vincent's prayers and worries that Joy might target him as well.

Flashback reveals Eldhose's murder motive

Vincent asks why Eldhose was murdered, noting Santo's presence during the burying of Eldhose's body. This leads to a flashback showing Joy's confrontation with Eldhose and the moment Joy learned from Lissy that Eldhose was the father of her daughter. Joy stabs Eldhose multiple times in a fit of fury.

When

flashback

Present: Santo as witness; Joy's poisoning exposed

Back in the present, Vincent and his police team trap Santo as a witness to Joy's murder. Vincent then confronts Joy about Lissy's death, already knowing that Joy poisoned her. The net closes as Vincent pieces together Joy's crimes and prepares to bring him to justice.

When

present