Viruman

Viruman

Year: 2022

Runtime: 151 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: M. Muthaiah

Echo Score: 47
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A courageous and compassionate son confronts his domineering father, seeking retribution for past wrongs that led to his mother's death. He strives to protect his brothers from the father's controlling influence and the consequences of his actions, ultimately fighting for justice and their freedom.

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Timeline – Viruman (2022)

Trace every key event in Viruman (2022) 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

Dhanam poisons herself; Muniyandi abandons her

Dhanam poisons herself after telling Muniyandi she would marry if he took her to the hospital; Muniyandi deserts her and lets her die. This brutal act exposes his narcissistic obsession with reputation and wealth.

Past Theni village
2

Muthulakshmi learns of the affair

Muthulakshmi discovers Muniyandi's affair and confronts him. He dismisses her pleas and tells her to cope, showing his callous prioritization of his own desires.

Past Home, Theni village
3

Muthulakshmi dies; Viruman witnesses

Muthulakshmi later burns herself to death. Viruman witnesses the tragedy, deepening the family trauma and the consequences of Muniyandi's behavior.

Past Muthulakshmi's home
4

Viruman confronts Muniyandi at the court

In a violent clash, Viruman chases Muniyandi with an aruval into the village court. The court urges restraint, but Viruman declares he cannot live with his father and asks to be raised by his uncles.

Past Village court
5

Present family tensions surface

Tension grows between Viruman and Muniyandi, affecting the rest of the family. Viruman respects his brothers, while Thaenu praises Muniyandi and seems to side with him, even as Viruman harbors a secret love for Thaenu.

Present Village
6

Selvam seeks a job; Viruman helps for land deal

Selvam asks their father for help securing a job, but Muniyandi refuses. Viruman helps Selvam get a government job through MLA Pathinettaampadiyan, who insists Viruman sign away his mother's land to seal the deal.

Present Village
7

Thaenu begins to reciprocate

Thaenu begins to reciprocate Viruman's growing feelings, softening the rift within the family and adding a new layer to the conflict.

Present Village
8

Muniyandi discovers the relationship; dowry pressure

Muniyandi discovers the relationship between Viruman and Thaenu and starts to openly disrespect Thaenu, pressing her to pay the remaining dowry from her sister's marriage. The tension intensifies around the romance.

Present Village
9

Panchayat clash and a kiss

At a village panchayat, Viruman urges Selvam to become independent from their father. Selvam decides to break away, which enrages Muniyandi, and Thaenu unexpectedly kisses Viruman, shocking everyone.

Present Village
10

Restaurant auction plans unfold

Muthukutty pushes to get their father to sign for the restaurant auction; Muniyandi initially rejects the idea. Muthukutty's wife suggests asking Viruman, who hesitates but ultimately agrees to help.

Present Village restaurant
11

Soonapaana hired; auction chaos begins

Muniyandi hires the village rogue Soonapaana to ruin Muthukutty's chance at the restaurant. Viruman realizes the plot and starts to thwart it, setting a trap for Soonapaana and his gang.

Present Village restaurant
12

Auction day aftermath and hospital drama

Soonapaana and his gang arrive and disrespect the restaurant staff, leading to a confrontation with Viruman. He defeats them, sending the gang to the hospital, while Muthukutty wins the auction in the ensuing chaos.

Present Restaurant
13

Saree taunt and revenge vow

In a tense follow-up, Soonapaana mocks the family by waving sarees and vows to kill the son and father. The feud deepens as threats loom over Viruman and his relatives.

Present Village
14

Ilango and Pathinettaampadiyan's daughter; Ilango's slap plan

Ilango and Pathinettaampadiyan's daughter are dating, so Viruman orchestrates a plan for Ilango to slap him to please their father. Ilango complies, but Pathinettaampadiyan rejects Viruman's involvement and cancels Ilango's marriage; Ilango leaves in frustration.

Present Village
15

Kidney transplant and final reconciliation

Muniyandi develops kidney failure from alcoholism and receives a kidney donated by Balu. After a dangerous period, Viruman intervenes to save him during a later danger, and Muniyandi apologizes; Viruman forgives and they reconcile.

Present Hospital

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