Yuvathurki

Yuvathurki

Year: 1996

Runtime: 151 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Bhadran

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Set against the charged atmosphere of mid‑1990s Indian politics, the story follows Suresh Gopi’s hardened protagonist as he hunts the killers of his girlfriend. His quest for vengeance uncovers a tangled web of central‑government conspiracies where religion, caste dynamics and the underworld intertwine, exposing the dark mechanisms that drive power and influence.

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1

Sidhardha is sentenced to jail for Ambikaratnam murder

Sidhardha, a Delhi-based youth-wing leader, is convicted and sent to Tihar Jail for the murder of Ambikaratnam. The sentence marks the start of a brutal period where he faces interrogation and isolation. The case sets off a chain of investigations and power struggles inside the system.

date unspecified Tihar Jail, Delhi
2

Jail torture and syndicate exposed

Inside Tihar, Kalimulla and his henchmen run a crime syndicate that thrives on brutality. Sidhardha witnesses the brutal atrocities inflicted on poor inmates while politically connected criminals enjoy immunity. The environment shows the depth of corruption in custody.

early imprisonment Tihar Jail, Delhi
3

Supreme Court orders reinvestigation

On a court intervention, the Supreme Court orders a reinvestigation into Ambikaratnam's murder. The move signals doubts about the initial proceedings and opens space for a broader inquiry. It sets the stage for new players to challenge the status quo.

after orders Supreme Court, Delhi
4

Akhila assigned to re-probe and visits Sidhardha

Akhila, a sharp CBI officer, is assigned to re-probe the murder case. She visits Sidhardha in jail, where he initially resists cooperation, citing systemic corruption. Her persistence foreshadows a wider investigation into crime, politics, and law enforcement.

upon assignment Tihar Jail, Delhi
5

Akhila uncovers Sidhardha's innocence

As Akhila digs deeper, she uncovers evidence pointing to Sidhardha's innocence and implicating others. She suspects the case was manipulated to frame him. The investigation begins to tilt away from Sidhardha despite his earlier confession.

during reinvestigation Delhi
6

Justice Varma writes The Bleeding Nation

Justice Varma, a retired Supreme Court judge, writes a book The Bleeding Nation that exposes the black realities of bureaucracy and politics. His chapters reveal underworld ties of J. K., the aspiring Prime Minister with checkered defense deals. The revelations rattle the corridors of power.

during writing Varma's study, Delhi
7

J.K. and Dharman offer bribes; Varma refuses

J. K. and his lieutenant Dharman approach Varma with lucrative bribes to sway the book's portrayal. Varma refuses to be bought, standing firm on integrity. The encounter signals widening rift between reformists and corrupt power.

during bribery attempt Varma's study, Delhi
8

Sidhardha escapes jail; seeks Varma

Sidhardha escapes from jail and travels to Varma to reveal truths from inside the central prison. He refuses Varma's advice to surrender, declaring his intent to avenge those who framed him. This marks a shift from seeking justice to planning retribution.

after escape Varma's place, Delhi
9

Sidhardha explains his side to Akhila

Sidhardha meets Akhila again to present his side of the story, hoping the truth will reach beyond biased narratives. He warns that the system is compromised and hints at a broader conspiracy. Akhila remains focused on uncovering the larger web of corruption.

after escape Delhi
10

Sidhardha's rise and anti-J.K. movement

Sidhardha, an emerging youth leader, bands with Dharman and Ambikaratnam's memory to challenge J.K.'s policies. They represent a wave of reformers who want change but face entrenched power. The movement gathers momentum among other young politicians.

early political career Delhi
11

Ambikaratnam killed by bomb; Sidhardha framed

Ambikaratnam is killed by a bomb planted at her birthday party, orchestrated by J. K. with Dharman's help. Sidhardha is accused of murdering her and is arrested, showing how dissent is crushed. The murder triggers a cascade of investigations and political maneuvers.

Ambikaratnam's birthday party Ambikaratnam's birthday party venue
12

Swami Somendra's conspiracy and the ashram network

Swami Somendra, mentor to J.K., plans a conspiracy to topple the government and runs an underworld with Tapovan Ashram as base. His influence extends into politics and law enforcement as the network grows. Akhila's probe starts hinting at the reach of this conspiracy.

conspiracy phase Tapovan Ashram, Delhi
13

Akhila uncovers JK's coterie within CBI

Akhila's investigation reveals that even top CBI officers are part of J.K.'s coterie, suggesting systemic capture. The finding widens the scope of corruption beyond politicians to the highest echelons of investigative power. Her resolve to expose these ties heightens the danger she faces.

investigation phase Delhi
14

Secret jail killings and pre-election violence

Sidhardha and the young Turks decide to take matters into their own hands, opening a secret jail and killing several criminals and political leaders to create a panic before the elections. The act blurs the line between justice and vigilante violence. It marks a brutal turn in their campaign against entrenched power.

pre-election period secret jail
15

Final confrontation and killing of JK and Somendra

Sidhardha confronts J.K. and Somendra, forcing them to confess their crimes. He kills them, delivering justice and signaling a brutal but decisive retribution. The climactic act seals his transformation from jailed reformist to avenger of the system.

pre-election climax Delhi; JK's base and Tapovan Ashram

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