Varshangalkku Shesham

Varshangalkku Shesham

Year: 2024

Runtime: 165 mins

Language: Malayalam

Echo Score: 70
DramaRomanceComedy

Set in the 1970s and 80s, the story follows a talented man and an aspiring filmmaker who share a burning ambition to succeed in the captivating world of cinema. Their journey is filled with challenges as they strive to prove themselves and pursue their dreams. Through the highs and lows of their shared pursuit, they must confront the question of whether their friendship can endure the test of time and the pressures of a competitive industry.

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1

Venu meets Murali during traveling plays

In the early 1970s, Venu, a high school student, devotes his time to helping traveling plays as they stop in his hometown. One night, the producer asks him to fetch an instrumentalist, Murali, from the landlord's house. Murali is drunk but agrees to perform, and Venu is struck by his spontaneous musicality. The two quickly become friends.

early 1970s Venu's hometown
2

Murali meets Annie at college; revelation shocks Murali

During college, Murali shows up to borrow a book and Venu helps. Murali meets Annie, and he immediately falls in love. Annie, however, reveals that she is sexually involved with her brother-in-law due to his coercive behavior, shocking Murali and affecting his view of life and love.

early 1970s College town
3

Murali leaves for Madras; they move to Kodambakkam

Murali is shattered by the news and disappears for a while. He writes to Venu that he is leaving for Madras to try his luck in cinema. Venu follows him, and they rent a room in Kodambakkam, the heart of the film industry.

late 1970s Kodambakkam, Madras
4

Murali becomes violinist under Indra Dhanush; film warned to flop

Murali lands a job as a violinist for a B-movie and soon meets producer Keshavadev. Keshavadev tells him the film will flop, dampening initial prospects.

early 1980s Kodambakkam, Madras
5

Venu's script attracts Keshavadev; Murali reluctant to produce music

Murali introduces Venu to Keshavadev; Keshavadev is impressed and agrees to produce Venu's film. Venu wants Murali to compose the music, but Murali declines, citing his inexperience.

mid-1980s Madras
6

Murali secretly shares music; film becomes a sensation

In a bid to contribute, Murali quietly passes some of his music to Indra Dhanush, who uses it to score the film. The movie is released and becomes a huge success, and the song Murali contributed becomes a national sensation.

film release Madras
7

Murali confronts Indra Dhanush; jealousy and departure

Murali wants credit for the song and asks Indra Dhanush to tell Venu it was his. Indra Dhanush rejects him, fueling Murali's sense of injustice. He goes to Venu's house in an inebriated state, where Venu chides him about their different statuses.

post-release Venu's place
8

Murali leaves Madras; cassette reveals truth; moves toward Bombay

Murali leaves in tears but leaves behind a cassette bearing his name containing the song. Venu finds it and realizes the truth about credits. He tries to locate Murali, but Murali has already left Madras for Bombay.

post-confrontation Madras and Bombay
9

Bombay years: Murali teaches music and falls for Bhumi

In Bombay, Murali works as a music teacher and falls in love with a colleague, Bhumi. A misunderstanding drives a wedge between them, and their relationship ends.

late 1980s - early 1990s Bombay
10

Bombay bombings and disappearance

Murali leaves Bombay after the 1993 bombings and vanishes from public view. Meanwhile, Venu continues directing films and searches for his old friend in vain.

1993 onwards Bombay
11

Fifty years later: reunion and resolve to return

Half a century after the Madras incident, Venu meets Murali again by chance. Murali urges him to return to the film industry, and Annie and her husband John persuade him to accept the renewed collaboration.

50 years later Not specified
12

Indra Dhanush's funeral reveals Pradeep and Jeevithagaadhakale plans

At Indra Dhanush's funeral, they meet a young director named Pradeep and begin preparations for Jeevithagaadhakale. The project casts mostly new artists, including the eccentric Nithin Molly.

after reunion Indra Dhanush's funeral
13

Production snags and paparazzi boost

During filming, producer Keshavadev's son Jayan falls seriously ill, threatening financing. Murali disappears again, and paparazzi film Nithin Molly in an inebriated outburst, creating unexpected hype for the project.

during production Tamil Nadu film set
14

Jeevithagaadhakale releases and Venu's departure

Jeevithagaadhakale opens to outstanding reviews and strong audience reception. During the premiere, Venu receives a call and leaves the theatre, hinting at unresolved matters.

film premiere Theatre
15

Final leg: Senthil leads to Murali at Karpagam; Coimbatore screening

Venu hires a taxi and meets Senthil, an old lodge friend, who directs them toward Karpagam near Salem where Murali lives in a Carnatic music sabha. They travel to Coimbatore to see how audiences react to their film, marking a new chapter in their collaboration.

post-premiere Karpagam near Salem; Coimbatore

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