Velaikkaran

Velaikkaran

Year: 2017

Runtime: 150 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: Mohan Raja

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An enterprising youngster in a slum wants his people to lead a life of dignity, but has to take on an ambitious capitalist, who only wants to dominate his field.

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1

Arivu launches Kuppam FM 90.8 to empower his community

Arivu, a determined young man from Kolaikkara Kuppam, uses Kasi's help to start a local radio station, Kuppam FM 90.8. He pretends to work with Kasi, but his true goal is to break Kasi's control over the slum. The move marks his first public stand against oppression and misinformation in his neighborhood.

Early phase Kolaikkara Kuppam, Chennai
2

Arivu mobilizes the community against Kasi

Arivu mobilizes residents, using the radio to expose Kasi's power play. He rallies the people to think independently and cut ties with Kasi's influence. The community begins to resist Kasi and claim agency over their future.

Kolaikkara Kuppam
3

Arivu joins Saffron and meets Stella Bruce

Arivu secures a position in the major FMCG company Saffron, working in sales under Stella Bruce. He learns corporate strategies and how to grow through smart work. The job gives him a wider platform to promote integrity and consumer welfare.

Shortly after joining Saffron Saffron offices
4

Bhagya leaves Kasi; finds work at Saffron

Arivu helps his childhood friend Bhagya break away from Kasi's gang and find employment at Saffron. Bhagya's departure weakens Kasi's grip and broadens Arivu's support network. The act deepens Arivu's resolve to reform the system from within.

Soon after Bhagya joins Saffron offices
5

Bhagya is murdered in Saffron's warehouse

Kasi kills Bhagya in Saffron's warehouse, revealing the ruthlessness of the gang. The murder shocks Arivu and underscores the stakes of confronting corruption. It becomes a turning point that hardens his crusade.

After Bhagya leaves Kasi Saffron's warehouse
6

Kasi reveals orders from Jayaram

Kasi admits the murder was carried out on orders from Jayaram, Saffron's president, linking street crime to corporate machinations. This exposes a larger conspiracy behind adulterated products that threaten public health. Arivu realizes the fight is wider than a single villain.

Post Bhagya murder Saffron facilities
7

Arivu vows to fight adulteration across the industry

Shocked by the revelation, Arivu commits to a crusade against adulteration across Saffron and other major companies owned by powerful elites. He vows to protect public health and restore consumer trust by insisting on quality. The mission expands beyond his slum into the entire city.

Following Bhagya's death Chennai and surrounding industries
8

Aadhi is revealed to be Adhiban Madhav

Arivu learns that Aadhi is actually Adhiban Madhav, the son of Madhav Kurup, who joined Saffron to learn its secrets and potentially merge his father's empire. The revelation compounds Arivu's sense of betrayal and raises the stakes of the corporate fight. The relationship between insiders and reform becomes increasingly fragile.

Around the vow Saffron offices
9

Movement for unadulterated products expands

Arivu mobilizes workers across companies to commit to manufacturing unadulterated products, symbolized by everyone wearing kerchiefs. The movement grows as workers testify to producing pure products despite pressure to cut corners. The public starts to see manufacturing integrity as a shared responsibility.

During the campaign Factories across the city
10

Aadhi takes control and frames Arivu

Aadhi stages a takeover, manipulates employees against Arivu, and frames him as a traitor. He burns a stock of pure products and declares himself the next CEO, vowing to resume adulteration without employees realizing. The organization risks tipping into complete corporate capture if Arivu cannot counter him.

After power shift Saffron facilities
11

Arivu broadcasts live on Radio Mirchi

On the night before May 1st, Arivu goes live on Radio Mirchi to reveal the sabotage and the continued commitment of many Saffron employees to ethical manufacturing. He cites the testimony of Karpaga Vinayagam and others as proof that integrity persists. The message galvanizes workers and the public alike.

Night before May 1st Radio Mirchi studio
12

Citywide support solidifies against adulteration

Arivu's speech resonates citywide, and workers across companies pledge loyalty to honesty and public welfare. They threaten rebellion if adulteration returns under Aadhi's leadership. The chorus of support marks a turning point in the power dynamics of the industry.

Following the broadcast Chennai
13

Victory and communal celebration

Arivu's message is recognized and celebrated by his friends, Mrinalini, his slum, and the people of Chennai. The film ends with a hopeful note that truth, unity, and courage can bring lasting change. The community joins in a triumphant celebration of their victory.

Ending Chennai and Kolaikkara Kuppam

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