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- Greetings, boss. - Greetings.

Hello.

- Off to your hometown, aren't you? - Yes, sir.

- Sister's wedding, right? - Yes, sir.

I've transferred the money.

Thank you so much, sir.

No worries. Have a safe trip.

What's happening, Jeethu?

Hello, Sonu, my dear.

Alright, then.

What happened, Jeethu?

Hey!

Jeethu...

Jeethu, what are you doing?

'MURALI CINEMA'

What are you doing?

- Come on... - Stop it.

Did you really come just to watch the movie?

Come here, you!

What are you doing? People are watching.

- No one is watching. - Let go.

Let's start our movie.

Come on.

Are you still hungry?

- Yes! - Coffee?

Let's go over there. I want popcorn.

- Soft drinks? - That too.

- Mirinda or Pepsi? - Both!

- One drink, two straws? - Yeah!

So, what's the plan?

You jerk!

What the hell did you do?

Let go of him!

- How dare you touch my girl! - Let go!

Leave it!

You don't know who I am!

- I'll kill you! - Just leave him!

Leave it!

- Let go! - Why pick a fight?

- Fine, let it go! - Why bother with him?

Let's go from here.

Come! Come on!

What the hell are you doing here, huh?

Didn't you get beaten enough?

You jerk!

The attack on a young woman aboard a train in Kerala

exposed how unsafe public spaces remain for women.

Today marks the end of a case

that shocked the conscience of the state.

Once again,

a criminal has slipped through

the loopholes in the justice system.

Police had released a sketch of the suspect

in the attack 18 months ago,

but the investigation was abandoned midway.

Bye.

Started reading? How's it?

Is it any good?

- But what's this? - Hm?

You said it was for a primary school story-writing contest, right?

Yes.

It's full of zombies and serial killers.

Most of them entered the contest just to skip class.

They probably copied it from a movie.

'Wings of Angel'.

Nice title.

"My name is Dhwani.

Also known as Chinnu."

Give it here. Let me see.

Grandma, they're here!

Wait!

Meenu, wait! We're coming!

Meenu!

How was the scenery?

Amazing!

I'll get going, then.

Have something to eat first.

Then you can go.

♪ Little one... ♪

♪ My little one... ♪

♪ In my eyes... ♪

Mommy, sing.

No!

- Have a bite. - Mommy, sing!

♪ You're a world of wonder ♪

Come on, sing.

♪ Sweet little darling ♪

♪ My gentle feather ♪

♪ Be my morning blessing ♪

♪ Come, bright and free ♪

♪ Held in my heart ♪

♪ Feel this warm embrace ♪

♪ With those fluttering eyes ♪

♪ Give me a tender kiss ♪

♪ Grow high into the endless sky ♪

♪ Yet stay my cherished little one ♪

♪ Forever in my eyes and heart ♪

♪ Be my dearest one ♪

♪ Through all tomorrows, your father ♪

♪ Will always find his peace in you ♪

♪ A sweet kiss for my precious one ♪

♪ With blossom earrings I'll adorn you ♪

♪ Forever my daughter, deep in my heart ♪

♪ A blessing through every lifetime ♪

Hurry up! Get in!

Let's go!

♪ With blossom earrings I'll adorn you ♪

♪ Forever my daughter, deep in my heart ♪

♪ A blessing through every lifetime ♪

I'm over here!

This is the building.

I'll get the keys.

♪ Be my morning blessing ♪

Sorry!

That's my daughter.

Come in.

Please don't tell Dad.

I won't!

This is the place.

Do you know of a bigger place?

Planning to start a tuition centre or something, dear?

Something like that.

- Dear... - Yes?

Who do you live with?

My dad.

What does he do?

He's a Village Officer.

This is the place.

Come.

This is the person I told you about.

Come on. I'll show you inside.

This will do.

Okay!

♪ With a smile like morning sunshine ♪

♪ In whispered words and woven stories ♪

♪ You lingered in my memories like a shadow ♪

♪ Cradling the little flower in your lap ♪

♪ Till sleep gently claimed her ♪

♪ You softly hummed a lullaby ♪

♪ Along lonely roads ♪

♪ Beneath stormy skies ♪

♪ Through the darkest nights ♪

♪ Aren't you my moonlight, watching over me? ♪

♪ A sweet kiss for my precious child ♪

♪ With blossom earrings I'll adorn you ♪

♪ Forever my daughter, deep in my soul ♪

♪ A blessing through every lifetime ♪

♪ A sweet kiss for my precious child ♪

♪ With blossom earrings I'll adorn you ♪

♪ Forever my daughter, deep in my soul ♪

♪ A blessing through every lifetime ♪

♪ My sweet little dragonfly ♪

Dad, your breakfast's on the table.

♪ Even the sunshine came to seek your gaze ♪

♪ My beautiful flower, how I adore you ♪

♪ Come, let me hold you close ♪

♪ My sweet little dragonfly ♪

♪ Even the sunshine came to seek your gaze ♪

♪ My beautiful flower, how I adore you ♪

♪ Come, let me hold you close ♪

Is your exam today?

I can drop you off in Muvattupuzha.

- I'm on my way to court. - It's okay.

Priya is with her.

She's waiting at her stop to catch the same bus as Meenu.

You carry on.

Honestly...

Where do you find the time for all this?

He just won't listen, Ravi.

He's retiring in a few months.

I told him to stay away from court cases till then.

I can't just let it go, Ravi.

Didn't you see it in the news?

We need to stop those who sell this stuff to school kids.

Otherwise, imagine where we're headed.

We do what we can.

You're right.

I'm getting late.

See you in the evening.

Take care of Grandma, dear.

Bye, Messi! Bye!

♪ My sweet little dragonfly ♪

♪ Even the sunshine came to seek your gaze ♪

♪ My beautiful flower, how I adore you ♪

♪ Come, let me hold you close ♪

♪ My sweet little dragonfly ♪

♪ Even the sunshine came to seek your gaze ♪

♪ My beautiful flower, how I adore you ♪

♪ Come, let me hold you close ♪

♪ Come, let me hold you close ♪

Is he home?

- Tell him to come out. - He's not at home.

He's gone out.

Who the hell gave you the right to rent out our family house?

Have you forgotten what happened the other day?

Don't force me to go back to my old ways.

Had they not held me back,

he'd have been dead in one slash.

Don't talk to me like this, Esthapan.

If you have something to say, come when he's home.

You brothers can settle it between yourselves.

Just let me be!

Brother, my foot!

Don't get me started!

I had to hear from others that he sold the land in Mom's name.

Brother? Don't make me laugh!

Don't think you can pocket all that money yourselves.

I don't care who those tenants are.

Throw them out within a week.

I've got nothing to lose.

Don't you forget that.

Alright then.

The number you're calling is not reachable at the moment.

Please try later.

- Hello. - Hello, dear.

- Where are you now? - Almost home, Dad.

Do you know how late it is?

There was a traffic jam--

What the hell is wrong with you?

- You've been creeping after me... - Hello?

Who was that?

What's happening? Meenu?

Hello?

The number you're calling is currently switched off.

Please try later.

Wait here. I'll go check.

Okay?

Joseph.

Joseph!

Joseph!

What happened, Ravi?

Teacher, please call Joseph.

He isn't back yet.

What's wrong, Ravi?

- Meenu isn't home yet. - Oh, God!

Something's happened to her.

When she called earlier, she was arguing with someone.

And now her phone's off.

Oh, God!

Meenu...

What do we do now, Ravi?

Who are you? What's the matter?

My daughter's missing, sir.

I couldn't get through to her.

When she called, she was arguing with someone.

- Let me get that for you. - Sir, I can't get her on the phone.

- Stay calm and hold this. - She's usually home by now.

But today... Sir, please listen.

- Let's go inside and talk. - Sir...

Sit down.

My daughter...

- Here. - Sir...

My daughter's missing, sir.

Please help me, sir.

Don't panic.

Just tell me calmly.

My daughter's missing. Please do something.

How can I help if I don't know what happened?

Where did she go?

Sir, she went to Ernakulam for a bank exam.

When I called her in the evening,

she said there was heavy traffic.

When I called her again,

I heard her arguing with someone.

And then...

her phone was switched off.

Sir, please do something.

Give me her phone number.

9 0 6 1 4...

2 4 6 5 6.

- 6 5 6? - Yes.

- Sir... - Let me try calling her.

The number you're calling is currently switched off.

Please try later.

The number you're calling is currently switched off.

- Sindhu. - Yes, sir.

Come.

- Sir. - Is Biju in?

He is, sir.

Ask him to call Cyber Cell and locate this number.

Didn't I tell you I am on night duty all week?

Then why the hell are you calling me?

Take your mother and go!

I don't have time for this! Get lost! Hang up!

What a nuisance!

Biju sir, can you send this number to Cyber Cell?

I'll do it.

Hang up now!

Sir...

Don't you work at the Village Office?

- You live next to Joseph Master? - Yes.

Don't worry, sir.

She's probably stuck in traffic.

There's no need to worry.

We'll trace the number anyway.

The Inspector will be here by then.

Sir... don't take this the wrong way.

Is she...

in a relationship with anyone?

- No... - Okay.

I was just asking.

Sir, are the court papers ready?

Biju, did you send the number?

Yes, I already did.

Please hurry...

It's been quite a while.

Rushing won't help.

These things take time.

Sorry.

I'm just upset.

- Where did your daughter go? - She...

You said she went to Ernakulam for a bank exam, right?

Yes.

And she's not back yet?

She said she went for a bank exam.

Vijayan... we've seen plenty of cases like this.

What are you implying, sir?

Nothing.

I'm just speaking from experience.

Young people these days...

They don't tell their families everything.

Biju.

Go inside.

Follow up with Cyber Cell on that number.

Remember last week's case?

What did we end up finding?

It was her father all along!

Come with me inside.

Come on.

Let me go, sir. I wasn't done talking.

How can you be so harsh with a man

whose daughter's missing?

Don't take your family frustrations out on others.

The number you're calling is currently switched off.

Please try later.

What took you so long?

Can't you hear the thunder?

Switch off the light and go to sleep, Mr Ravi.

Get some sleep.

You've got to get up early for your exam.

I'm going to fail anyway.

What was that?

I was talking about the thunder.

Go to sleep.

Without proper sleep, everything's a disaster.

As if.

How long have I been telling you to study and get a job?

Look at Priya. She clears every exam she takes.

Don't compare me with her.

Her passion's different. So is mine.

I'm not against that.

But don't you need a steady income, dear?

Listen, I've got an exam in the morning.

I need to get up early. Can I sleep now?

Oh, really?

I was sleeping peacefully until you woke me up.

Alright.

Goodnight, Dad.

Goodnight.

Madam...

What's happening? Did they call?

No, they'll call soon.

She didn't want to go for the exam.

I was the one who made her go.

Don't think like that.

Nothing's happened to her.

Sir...

Did she argue with anyone at home?

In the past few days?

Sir.

- Who's he? - Sir...

He's our Village Officer.

You know Joseph Master?

The headmaster? They're neighbours.

Okay.

His daughter isn't home yet.

Where did she go?

She went to Ernakulam for an exam.

- Did she go alone? - No.

Her friend Priya was with her too.

I've called Priya several times.

She's not answering.

My daughter's phone's switched off too.

Last I spoke to her,

I heard her arguing with someone.

She boarded the bus at 2 PM.

Sir, please do something.

We've sent his daughter's number to Cyber Cell for tracing.

Did you give the friend's number too?

Oh...

Give me the friend's number.

The number you're calling is currently switched off.

Please try later.

Did you register a complaint?

Sir, we were waiting for the tower location.

To confirm whether she'd actually gone missing or...

- What did you say? - I mean...

I want a written complaint on my desk in five minutes.

- Sir. - And in 10 minutes...

- I need their tower location and CDR. - Sir.

If Cyber Cell delays, put me through directly.

Okay, sir.

Do you suspect anyone, sir?

Maybe one of her old classmates?

Could any of your enemies or relatives be involved?

Has anyone threatened you or your family?

It's just a routine procedure.

That's why I'm asking.

Sir...

Sit down.

You too. Have a seat.

How's it going?

Everything sorted?

Didn't I already tell you it won't happen?

- And the reason? - The reason...

You already know why.

If you wanted to, you could make it happen.

But I don't want to.

The tax just needs to be paid.

That's the problem.

What's the problem?

We've made far bigger things happen from this Village Office.

This isn't your kingdom.

You don't have the final say here.

Get up!

Watch your mouth.

Or trouble will come knocking at your door.

We'll put a real man in that chair.

Right now, I'm the one in this chair.

Bring someone else, then we'll talk.

Now go.

You've got quite an attitude

for someone with that leg.

You live alone with your daughter, don't you?

Get out!

Come on.

I only said those things in the heat of the moment.

Sir, don't take those threats seriously.

They were just trying to intimidate you. Don't worry.

I'll inform the Inspector about this too.

Okay.

Sir, this is from Cyber Cell.

Her last location was Ambazhachal.

Her phone hasn't been switched on since.

An hour ago,

she last called her father from there.

Also, sir,

her friend's phone is still active.

But her tower location hasn't changed.

So she should be at home.

She lives in Valliyamkavu, doesn't she?

Yes.

I've called her several times.

But she didn't answer.

Let me see.

Hello.

- Hello? - Yes.

Who's this?

This is Parumala Police Station.

Am I speaking to Priya?

Yes, sir...

Meenu's father is here.

She isn't home yet.

Didn't you travel back together?

We left together...

But she took a different bus.

When it got late...

The number you're calling is not reachable at the moment.

I think she's out of range.

She's saying Meenu took another bus.

Another bus?

Why?

- That's not what Meenu told me... - Let's do one thing.

Her house is in Valliyamkavu, right?

I'll call the local station.

We'll have them check in person.

That's best.

Sir...

The number you're calling is not reachable at the moment.

Please try later.

Sir...

Why don't we go check?

Didn't you hear what the Inspector said?

The local station will check.

Why are you getting so worked up?

I've been here for an hour now.

And all you've done is walk around...

My daughter...

Sir, don't be upset.

We are doing whatever we can.

That's enough, Vijayan sir.

If he's so concerned,

let him go check himself.

Yeah, right.

Come with me.

Didn't I already tell you?

Do you always have to be so irritating?

He's a Village Officer.

He's higher in rank than you.

And he's disabled.

If he files a complaint, you'll lose your job.

He's been acting high and mighty since he got here.

It's too much, sir.

Either grief's gotten to him...

Or maybe he knew she went with someone...

and he poisoned her himself.

Biju, stop talking nonsense and playing detective.

Fine, you've told me.

If the Inspector hears you say that, you'll be in trouble.

Sir, please come fast!

What?

What happened?

Sir... He...

Sir, he didn't listen to me.

Oh, no!

Sir!

Where's he?

Sir...

What's wrong?

The Village Officer took the scooter and left without telling anyone.

What the hell was he thinking?

Get the jeep ready.

If anything happens to him, we're finished.

You stay here. Tell him to join us.

Sir.

- Let's go. - Sir.

Answer the phone and tell them.

What am I supposed to tell them, Mom?

Meenu told me not to tell her dad anything.

This is getting ridiculous.

Now even the police are after you.

Who knows where she's gone?

Are you telling us the truth, dear?

Or are you hiding something from us?

No, Dad.

Wh... What could I be hiding?

Is this Priya's house?

Yes.

Are you Priya?

- Yes. - Why haven't you been answering your phone?

I'm here to ask about your friend, Meenu.

Didn't you both return from town together?

We left together.

Then she took another bus...

Another bus?

Then how did you get home?

Well... I...

Sir...

Young lady, I won't be this polite at the station.

Tell me the truth and we'll sort this out.

Your tower locations, phone tracking

and timeline never matched.

Your friend has been missing for hours.

A girl's life is at stake

and you're still lying.

If you know anything, tell them.

Looks like we're not late.

That's our bus, right?

Yep. Want to grab some tea?

Two teas, please. One without sugar.

Hello.

The moment you chose Ernakulam as your exam centre,

I knew something was up.

Couldn't you have gone by yourself?

Why drag me along just to play third wheel?

If I went alone,

my parents will have a lot of questions.

If you're with me, they won't suspect a thing.

Fine. What's the plan?

Sightseeing, a movie...

The bus is leaving!

- Shall I go? - Okay. Bye.

Hey, wait. Call me, okay?

- Where's the bike? - Over there.

Meenu, cover for me if Dad calls.

Done.

You're going home after this, right?

Not planning to elope, are you?

That's so outdated.

Okay.

- Bye. - Bye.

We tailed the bus for quite a while.

Then we stopped for tea.

That's when we lost it.

Hello.

Sir, this girl lied to us.

I see.

Meenu boarded a bus named "Robin" from Vyttila.

I'll WhatsApp you the bus details, sir.

I've also forwarded the last voice note Meenu sent Priya.

Okay. Thank you.

- I'll check it and call you. - Yes, sir.

Hey, I haven't reached home yet.

I got off on the way. I'll tell you later.

If Dad calls, don't tell him anything.

He'll panic.

I'll call you later. My phone's about to die.

Look...

Isn't that him?

Yes, sir.

Pull over.

What are you doing?

Where are you going?

Sir, they boarded the bus together.

That girl made it home.

No one knows where my daughter is.

That girl is hiding something, sir.

I need to meet her. Tell him to give me the key, sir.

According to her friend's statement,

your daughter boarded the bus alone.

The friend went home on her boyfriend's bike.

We've identified the bus Meenu travelled on.

We're tracking down the bus crew.

According to Cyber Cell's location data,

her last confirmed location was Ambazhachal.

But before Kuttippuram,

she took a detour.

The report shows

she was moving around the area for about 20 minutes.

There's a bus stop called Manjakkuzhi on the Kuttippuram Road.

Her phone pinged around that area.

About 20 minutes later,

the phone moved from there towards Ambazhachal.

That's where Meenu last called you.

Then what's the point of going to her friend's house now?

Sir, I don't understand what you're saying.

Take a look at this.

Listen.

Hey, I haven't reached home yet.

I got off on the way.

I'll tell you later.

If Dad calls, don't tell him anything...

We need to check that route now.

Come on. Get in, sir.

Every minute we lose could make things worse.

Biju, take sir's scooter.

Come, get in.

Hello, this is CI from Parumala Station.

- Is this Cleetus? - Yes, sir. Speaking.

Come on! Get in, quick!

Get in! Kids, get in!

Go! Go! Go!

Kids, move back.

There's plenty of room back there.

- You two are twins? - Yes.

- What are your names? - Siya.

- Miya. - Nice names.

Here, let me keep your bag.

Thanks.

Our protest is against

the anti-people policies of the Government.

I get that.

The price of everything's gone up.

Can anyone afford a bottle of water?

Can anyone afford a litre of petrol?

Can anyone afford groceries?

Meat, fish or even vegetables?

Everything costs a fortune now!

Has this ever happened before?

This protest is against

the anti-people policies of the Government.

A cess on petrol and diesel...

Are we going to be late?

And we didn't even bring our phones.

Even vacant buildings are being taxed. How is that fair?

Come, sit here.

Those suffering the most...

Just what we needed, his bloody speech!

- Mom must be worried. - Yeah.

There's development, not for ordinary people.

Only for politicians.

What the hell are they doing?

- Hello. - Where are you now?

We haven't reached yet, Dad.

Traffic's at a standstill.

How much longer?

I have no idea.

Why don't you take the scooter and go home?

I'll catch an auto-rickshaw.

No, I'll wait here.

What kind of protest is this?

They've blocked all the roads!

No, Dad. You go home. I'll manage.

It's complete chaos here.

I'll call you.

Dear...

Is this what you call a protest? Making people suffer?

Who's going to question them?

I will.

People are losing their patience.

We've got to get there on time.

Take the bus around the side.

We're fed up with politicians and officials.

Where is this country headed?

- Where's he off to? - There he goes, looking for a fight.

- Get him! Get him! - Stop!

Stop the bus!

What's the rush? Your wedding?

- Please, don't start a fight! - Open!

Where do you think you're going?

We've gotta go! Look at the time!

Nobody else has a problem.

What's your hurry?

Hey! What the hell do you think you're doing?

- You're a disgrace to the party. - Who was that?

We've got things to do.

Are you guys related?

Why the rush? Got a rocket to launch?

I don't owe you an explanation.

So, we are strongly protesting...

Go get yourself a real job!

What? You're telling me to get a job?

Rameshan, enough. Step aside.

Jinnas, move!

Let me go!

- Let the bus go. - Get going.

- Make way. - I'll smash your face in!

God, he's impossible!

This isn't over!

Move! Clear the way!

Everyone, move aside!

Let the bus through!

Go ahead!

Go! Go!

That's exactly my point. These anti-people policies...

are exactly why our party is protesting against this government.

Jerk!

Hey! Why are you taking this road? Our stop's the other way!

We're running late. Can't go that way.

Anyone going to Manjakkuzhi, get off here.

Come on, hurry up! Off you go, kids.

You're dropping these kids off alone this late?

Then why don't you go with them?

Come on, hurry up. We're already late!

Let's go. Move!

- Getting off? - Yes.

Then get down, quick!

Let's go.

The girl in this photo has been missing for a few hours.

If anyone has any information, please let us know.

Please share this with your other groups.

Sindhu...

This case is being handled by the Kerala Police,

not women's community groups.

As long as we get a lead, does it matter who finds it?

Fair enough.

It's best not to explain too much to him

You're right, sir.

- Hello. - Ravi, any news?

No, Teacher.

They...

They're saying she got off somewhere on the way.

What? Why?

Grandma, look!

Oh, no!

Where did she go?

At this rate, we'll have three missing people!

How far is Manjakkuzhi from here?

About an hour... maybe an hour and a half.

Check if there are any twins living there.

Twin girls.

What's up, Dileep?

Just checking if they made it home.

Was anyone with you when you got off the bus?

Yes. A girl who was on the bus with us.

After they were made to get off the bus halfway,

she brought them home.

I see.

What's the matter, Dileep?

She still hasn't made it home.

Oh, no!

How did she leave after dropping you off?

On a scooter.

- A scooter? - Yes.

Whose was it?

Siya... Miya...

What are you doing here?

Oh, nothing.

I just didn't want to leave you two alone.

Never mind that. How will you get home?

Can we call your dad?

No. He's in the Gulf.

Mom must be worried sick.

Don't worry. We'll figure something out.

Come on, move!

Hello boys.

Can I borrow your scooter for a while?

Why? To drop them home?

We know them. We can take them.

Oh, don't be so caring!

Can I borrow the scooter? I'll pay you.

We don't rent out our scooters.

Come on, help her out. You've got to help people in need.

Alright, you can take it.

Fifteen minutes. Five hundred rupees.

Okay.

Listen up...

how much is your scooter worth?

Around sixty thousand rupees.

- And what did you charge her? - Five hundred.

If she never comes back, what have you got?

Good point.

Here, keep this.

I'm not buying it.

No...

Whenever you lend something,

always ask for collateral.

That's how it works.

This is worth about two and a half sovereigns.

Just give it back when I return the scooter.

Okay.

- Alright, go ahead. - Go on.

Hop on.

Please come over here.

- Wait! Me too! - She's taking a photo.

Alright. Here.

Bye!

Ride safe! The brakes are a bit weak.

- Be careful! - Watch your foot!

You should've got her number, bro.

Keep dreaming.

Tea break! Anyone for tea, hop off.

Look, Mom's here.

I was worried sick!

Why are you so late?

The roads were jammed, Mom.

Then the bus took a shortcut

and dropped us off halfway.

We got home only because of her.

Thank you so much, dear.

I was so worried.

Where do you live, dear?

I've still got a long way to go.

If I stay any longer, someone will have to drop me home too.

I'd better get going.

Take care, okay?

- Bye! Ta ta. - Bye.

Who were those boys?

Would you recognize them?

Not really, sir.

I think they're from Palakkunnu.

Two of them were involved

in the church festival brawl last time.

One had curly hair

and the other was short.

I see.

Alright. We'll call if we need anything.

Just give your detailed statement at the station.

Alright, I'll leave then.

For those born under Uthradam,

this is a highly favourable time with many positive outcomes.

That's my star!

Lucky you.

Knock it off. Got nothing better to do?

- Shut up. Let me listen. - Get lost.

Oh, crap! It's him!

- Hide it! Hide it! - Hey! Move the bottle!

Well, well... What's the celebration?

Nothing like that, Dileep bro.

What brings you here, Dileep bro?

I drop by now and then just to keep tabs on this place.

Has anything happened here?

Did you lend a girl your scooter today?

Yeah, I did.

Made 500 bucks too.

That's what paid for today's drinks.

What happened, Dileep bro?

How did you know?

I found out.

Now I want to hear the rest from you boys.

- The girl's missing. - Missing?

Tell me the truth.

What did you do to her?

She returned the scooter and got on a bus.

Enough!

Don't try to outsmart me.

Tell me the truth.

What did you do to her when she asked for her chain back?

Did you kill her? Assault her?

Did you sell her chain to pay for all this booze?

Assault her? Kill her?

What are you saying, bro?

I mean... sir.

If you don't tell me the truth, I won't spare you.

What's this chain you're wearing?

- Here's your scooter. - There she is.

Believe me now?

Barely fifteen minutes.

Here.

Thank you.

Pretty smart, huh?

- Hey... your chain. - The chain...

Keep it.

Nice!

Just don't try to pawn it.

- Aww, he's embarrassed! - Serves him right!

Yes, sir.

The chain's still with these boys.

They said she left without taking it back.

They're sure it isn't real gold either.

Alright.

Don't let them leave.

- I'll call you back. - Yes, sir.

Your tea, sir.

Sindhu, how long have you been in the force?

It'll be four years this May.

What's your read on this case?

Got any instincts?

Well...

Sir, if she'd been kidnapped,

shouldn't we have got a ransom call by now?

Also, sir...

If we've traced the victim's movements within six hours of her disappearance,

isn't that a good sign?

You're preparing for the SI exam, aren't you?

Yes, sir.

That's the problem with these women, sir.

They memorize the books cover to cover.

Out in the field, it doesn't work that way. You know it.

Sir, if I had to guess--

No, no, no.

Next you'll say her own father killed and buried her.

- Sir, who'd even think that? - No, thanks.

Hello.

Yes.

Hang on...

- Sir. - Check that vehicle.

Go ahead.

Really?

Stop! Stop!

Pull over!

Where are you off to so late?

Dad wanted some ice cream, sir.

At this hour?

- Get going. - Who's that?

The local station just called.

They've picked up a couple of boys

from where Meenu got off the bus.

They also recovered her chain from them.

- Sir, could they be involved? - Unlikely.

According to their statements, she boarded another bus.

- Don't tell her father any of this. - No, sir.

If she boarded another bus from Manjakkuzhi to get home,

she must've travelled some distance along this road.

But can we rely solely on their statements?

No, sir.

Any other leads, sir?

Going by my experience...

either she'll be home safe and sound within the hour...

Or?

Or the three of us get suspended.

- Call Ravi sir. Let's go. - Yes, sir.

- Should we open that up too? - I don't think that'll help.

We'll need a mechanic.

Vinod, inform the depot.

Looks like this bus isn't going anywhere tonight.

Brother, I'll grab a tea and be right back.

Okay.

One black tea, please.

In a minute.

Excuse me, is there a restroom I could use?

Sure. My house is right behind this.

Go right in.

Lalitha, show her where the bathroom is.

Okay.

Yes?

- Hello. - Hello, dear. Where are you now?

Almost home, Dad.

- Do you know how late it is? - There was a traffic jam--

- What the hell is wrong with you? - Hello?

You've been creeping after me this whole time.

Dear...

What happened?

It's nothing.

Hey!

Hey, you!

Did you do something filthy to her?

When am I ever getting home?

This bus won't be fixed.

Let's find another ride.

Uncle, may I use your phone?

I need to call home. My phone's dead.

Damn.

No luck, Uncle.

Your family's probably worried sick.

Where are you coming from?

I went into town for an exam.

Hello, KSRTC Station.

This is the IP calling from Paramala Police Station.

Sir.

I need the status of the bus

scheduled to reach Edakkara at 8.00 PM.

The 8.00 PM bus, sir?

The Edakkara service.

- One moment, sir. - Mm-hmm.

Sir, that's KR 315, the ordinary service.

It broke down, sir.

- Where? - Near Ambazhachal Junction, sir.

Our mechanics are already on the way.

What about the passengers?

I'm not sure, sir.

It's the last trip, so there usually aren't many passengers.

They've probably found other transport and left by now.

So once you issue the tickets,

they're no longer your concern?

Not like that, sir. It's late, that's why...

Give me the conductor's number.

Yes, sir. Please hold.

Don't yank that off.

- Hello. - I'm calling from Parumala Police Station.

- Has the bus broken down? - Yes, sir.

Are the passengers still there?

No, sir. They all left in a van.

I'm sending you a girl's photo.

Check if she was on the bus.

Okay, sir.

Did this girl stop here for tea?

Yes. What happened?

Hello, sir, she was on the bus.

But they all left in a van a while ago.

Do you remember the van's colour or registration number?

Sorry, sir. I didn't notice the number.

But it was a white van.

Let me see.

- Damn! My phone's dead. - What happened?

We've located the bus your daughter boarded.

It broke down.

Her last call to you was probably from there.

Let's go there right away, sir.

But the conductor says all the passengers

left in a van about two hours ago.

Which means it would've taken

about 45 minutes to get here

from where the bus broke down.

So the van would've passed through here around 8 o'clock.

What do you mean, sir?

First, let's confirm if the van came this way.

- Yes, sir. - Come on, get in.

Could you drop me here, please?

- Auntie, I'll get down here. - Okay.

Bye.

Hey!

Hey! Stop!

Could you drop me at Parumala Junction?

Sure. Hop in. I'm going that way.

My sister's son studies in your class.

His name is Abhishek B.M.

I've seen you a few times when I come to drop him off.

Don't worry.

I'll make sure you get home safely.

- Thanks. - Shall we go?

How come you're late?

I got caught in traffic.

Oh.

Why did you stop?

I didn't want the rain to get on you.

I'll pull the shutter down.

I'll do it.

Ready?

You live in that rented house, right?

I've seen you around.

What's your name?

What’s your name?

I'm Rahul...

Rahul Raj.

I told you mine. Now tell me yours.

Hello, Dad. I'm almost home.

I got a jeep.

Registration number?

It's KL 37 K 5686.

The driver's name is Rahul...

Rahul Raj.

Okay, Dad.

- What were you asking? - Uh... nothing.

What we just saw...

Replay it once.

Freeze it there.

Alright then.

Hi, Messi, my boy!

Were you worried?

Where's Dad?

Meenu...

Where have you been?

Your dad went to the junction looking for you.

Then he called and said he was at the police station.

Seriously, Dad!

My phone died.

Call him from my phone, then.

Copy that footage.

Hello?

Dad, it's me.

What did you do?

I'm home.

Dear...

You scared me to death.

Where were you?

Come home, Dad. I'll explain everything.

I'm coming.

Sir, she's home.

Thank God!

Why's he crying? Because his daughter is safe?

Aren't you relieved now?

Let's get you home.

No, sir. I'll manage.

No, don't go alone in this state.

- We'll drop you home in our jeep. - Okay, sir.

- You bring his scooter. - Sir.

Shall we go?

You gave me a fright.

Where were you all this while?

I'm back home, Dad. Don't worry.

Well done, Meenu.

You were the only one who stopped to help those girls.

I just felt it was the right thing to do, sir.

For now, only we know about this.

Your father doesn't.

Explain everything to him.

Alright.

Keep it up.

Thank you, sir.

See you, sir.

Alright.

Damn it!

Why is this damn dog still barking? Quiet!

- Biju. - Sir.

Dear, what did the officer say?

I didn't understand a word.

She'll tell you tomorrow. Let them get some rest.

You're right.

Your dad looks exhausted.

Shall I bring you something to eat?

No, Teacher. There's food. We'll just warm it up.

It's alright.

She's safe, after all.

We'll get going then.

Call us if you need anything.

Take care, dear.

Bye.

Bye, Messi.

Here.

Alright, dear.

Did you eat anything?

Don't talk to me.

Look at you, back from your grand adventures.

I'm still trembling.

Those girls were all alone... that's why I...

And you forgot I was here waiting for you.

They're just two girls like me.

They have parents too.

I just helped them.

Don't be so selfish, Dad.

I only said that because I was worried about you.

It's your friend.

Do you know how many times I called her?

She never picked up.

I'm not answering either.

Let her worry for a while too.

Come on, dear. Have something to eat.

You eat, Dad.

I'm not hungry.

No. You eat first.

Go freshen up.

Oh, no, where's the emergency lamp?

It's in my room.

Messi, no!

Take him to the room.

Otherwise, he'll turn the kitchen upside down.

Messi, come.

Stay here. I'll be back after my shower.

Dear, are you done yet?

Coming, Dad. Just two minutes.

I dropped this girl home in my jeep just a few minutes ago.

Did she elope or something?

Something felt off.

Rahul, I sent you this message earlier.

That girl is back home.

Did you drop her home?

Mm... Good job.

Sir.

Sir... Take a look at this.

Meenu...

What's happening there?

We were worried sick, searching everywhere

for a girl who can kick like that!

She's amazing.

Meenu!

Who's he?

What's happening?

Let her go!

I said let her go!

No...

Don't hurt my daughter!

Please listen to me.

Dad!

Dear...

Dad!

Meenu... Dear!

Don't!

My child...

Dear...

Meenu!

Meenu...

You!

Messi! Don't let him go!

Who was that, dear?

Why did he come here?

Tell me the truth.

Where were you today?

How am I supposed to know who he is?

That creep started following me from the bus.

How's that my fault?

I'll go speak to her.

No need. Don't ask her anything now.

Poor thing.

It must be hard for her to talk.

That's why I said not to talk to her now.

Come, let's go.

Meenu...

Messi!

Messi boy!

Messi!

I've asked Sinu to come here.

He's at the stand.

He'll be here soon.

I just told him a thief broke in.

What did the police say?

They asked me all about it.

I told them everything that happened.

They're coming here.

Ravi, don't tell anyone that he hurt her.

She's at a marriageable age.

People are already talking just because she went missing...

Have you two eaten?

It's not like I had to hire someone!

I wanted to kill that scoundrel with my own hands!

Only because you told me to.

You said he was some big-shot killer!

He's not even answering.

How long have I been trying to call him?

Bloody hell!

He's probably off fooling around again.

That's his weakness.

But he's the best at killing without leaving a trace.

You stay behind the scenes.

You don't know how to cover your tracks.

Keep it down.

Even the forest has ears.

Are you sure he asked us to wait here?

Call him again.

Where the hell is that scum?

- Bro, it's him. - Oh, he's here.

Did he fool around with a tiger?

Why is he scratched all over?

Come to the station tomorrow and file a complaint.

We'll find out who he is.

Don't worry. Be strong.

It's one of those cases.

The girl invited him over.

When her father caught them, she changed her story.

Probably.

- We've seen plenty of cases like this. - Right.

- Then she turned it into a fight. - Exactly!

- She got beaten up real good. - Biju sir.

- Yes? - Inspector is calling for you.

Coming.

I'll call the carpenter first thing tomorrow to fix the door.

Don't sleep here tonight.

Stay at our place tonight.

Call her. Go on.

Dear...

Joseph asked us to sleep at his house tonight.

Since everything's a mess here...

Are you in pain?

I'll get going then.

Just call me if you need anything.

Alright, then.

Where are you off to so early?

He's a karate kid now!

A girl's teaching kicking and punching near Polly's shop.

Really? She's the instructor?

So it's not really about fighting, then?

She must be teaching how to get beaten up.

Don't worry. You won't miss a single punch.

Her father, the Village Officer,

came to the station saying she was missing.

Then my team and I searched all over Idukki.

After a few hours...

she came back home without a scratch.

As we were heading back, he called again and said...

someone broke into their house.

When we got there,

your karate teacher was lying there, badly beaten.

The locals are saying

she was the one who invited him in.

Then, when her dad caught them, she changed her story.

Listen up, boy!

Instead of watching some girl go, "Ha! Hoo!"

Read your books and become

a police officer like me.

- Go home. - Mom!

Go on!

Hello.

Get in!

Let's go!

Get going!

- I feel so bad. - She was too headstrong.

That's true.

Weren't you very close to her?

My granddaughter showed me

a WhatsApp message yesterday evening

saying the girl was missing.

Poor girl. I felt so sorry for her.

Then Bindu from next door called and told me what had happened.

My husband said it the moment he saw her...

she was a little too bold.

We've had relationships too.

But we never brought them home.

Disgusting.

Tall guy with curly hair...

and light-coloured eyes.

From the description,

he doesn't seem to be from around here.

We'll look into it.

Please take her home.

We'll call if there's any update.

I follow you on Instagram.

You've won a lot of medals.

Do you have classes every day?

No, I work around the kids' schedules.

- I should go check today. - Alright.

Here.

That's what I heard too.

She's here.

Arjun's mom had called our parents.

Apparently, he won't be coming again.

Sneha isn't coming either.

Here are the keys...

There won't be any classes for a few days.

The kids are busy.

The kids know better.

It's because of the mess you got yourself into.

You should've thought twice before bringing a man home.

♪ O flower, are your petals fading? ♪

♪ Do rain-filled clouds veil your eyes... ♪

♪ All their own? ♪

♪ Beneath an unwelcome ♪

♪ And unforgiving sun ♪

♪ You melt away ♪

♪ Into tears of searing pain ♪

♪ With wounds that never heal ♪

♪ And words left still unsaid ♪

♪ As your heart turns into stone ♪

♪ Do your spirits fall? ♪

♪ Are your dreams writhing Halfway through? ♪

♪ Will the last of longing fade away ♪

Messi, come here!

Who the hell does he think he is?

Ask him to come out. I'll put him in his place.

- Hey. - Yes, sir.

Did you see any strangers around here?

A tall guy with curly hair...

Are you a regular here?

Get out.

- Seen anyone unfamiliar around? - Come here.

- Should we really? - I'm with you.

Just come.

Here's the bag.

Just bandage his wound.

I'll make a call and come back.

♪ Through ember-lit darkness You alone… ♪

♪ Who could ever know The sea of sorrow you crossed? ♪

♪ Somewhere beneath a rain of tears ♪

♪ Alone and far away ♪

♪ Do memories return in endless waves ♪

♪ To wash ashore within you once again? ♪

♪ Like a shadow that never leaves ♪

♪ Like the shade of a sheltering tree ♪

♪ Enfolding every breath of life ♪

DAD!

Meenu...

What happened?

There's no one here.

- That girl is crazy. - Exactly.

Come on.

Sir, this is the second time he's shown up.

- We have no idea who he is. - Sir!

- There's no one there. - We'll check again.

- Did you check everywhere? - She must've been imagining it.

Let's go, sir.

Alright, sir.

Shouldn't we replace that screw too?

No need. It's solid.

Hope so.

- Joseph. - Yes?

I'm off to the office.

Sure. I'll take care of this.

Dear...

I'm leaving for the office.

Mm.

♪ Does the same shadow still stretch on? ♪

♪ Does the same fire still burn? ♪

I got transferred.

To a village in Palakkad.

Remember that political issue I told you about?

About that unassessed government land on the hillside.

Those guys pulled some strings.

So...

Do we have to move?

Well...

I could challenge the transfer...

on disability grounds.

It's best we move.

At least we won't have to face these people anymore.

Don't dwell on it.

I'll go to the Tahsildar's office tomorrow

and see where things stand.

I don't feel like going alone.

Come with me.

It'll be nice for you to get out.

It's been a while

since we've been out, hasn't it?

Mm.

You lowlife!

Didn't I tell you not to leave this place?

The cops are looking for you everywhere.

Then why did you sneak into that girl's house last night?

You imbecile.

Cat got your tongue?

Speak up!

Boss! Boss!

No, don't. Please, boss.

That's not why we're here, boss.

Please don't do this, boss.

Don't do anything, boss. Just let him go.

Let go.

Bro! Bro!

Please don't leave, bro.

Calm down, bro.

He lost his phone somewhere there.

It wasn't in the bag I brought back.

He went back to look for it.

He's got this sick habit of recording all his dirty work.

If that phone falls into the wrong hands, we're finished.

Our calls and messages are all stored in it.

We'll get dragged down too, bro.

But he'll take care of that himself.

The real problem is...

He says he won't do our job

until he settles scores with that girl.

When he says something, he means it.

Where the hell did you find this prick?

First, tell him why we brought him here.

We'll pay him more if needed.

Just tell him to finish the job and leave.

Damn it!

Boss...

This is the guy.

He's Esthapan's elder brother, Joseph.

But that's not the issue.

It's true Esthapan's a loose cannon

and it's also true the factory shut down because of him.

But denying him his rightful share

of the family property isn't fair.

His brother didn't even let him get married in time.

And that's not all.

He screwed him over again.

Esthapan was running his own small business,

selling weed and other stuff.

School kids and college students who came here on trips

were becoming his regular customers.

Then that Joseph filed a case against him.

Now he's planning to testify against Esthapan in court.

One of our men in Excise tipped us off.

The moment Esthapan heard it, he lost his mind.

He doesn't have much experience with this.

That's why we called you, boss.

Joseph's got unaccounted cash at home

from selling his property.

We'll quietly finish off him,

the old lady and his granddaughter.

Then we'll take the cash.

To the police, it'll look like a robbery attempt.

Whatever we get,

the three of us split it equally.

50-50-50!

The job has to be done within two days.

Be ready, boss.

I'll tell you the exact time and details.

Here, boss.

Transfers are part of the job

when you do your duty honestly.

Don't read too much into it.

If it's difficult for you to go, you can file an appeal.

You'll have my full support.

For now, I've decided not to appeal.

Don't decide in such a hurry.

Think about it a little more.

I'm not forcing you. Just sharing my thoughts.

- Everything okay? - Our Officer is here!

I heard the so-called honest officer got transferred.

Happy now?

Our man will take over now.

Next time you're in the area,

check out the site whose paperwork you held up.

A five-star resort's going up there.

Feel free to invite anyone you want over.

I can come along too, if you'd like.

- You! - No.

Let's go, dear.

Make way. Let them go.

- Come on. - That finally put him in his place.

Why are we here?

I'm too tired to cook tonight.

Let's get some takeaway from here.

Okay.

Sir, what can I get you?

Two dosas, some curry and a cup of tea.

- What about you, dear? - Nothing for me. I'm fine.

Excuse me, where's the washroom?

Right over there, sir.

Okay.

Master.

Sit.

Master, what brings you here?

This is a restaurant, isn't it?

Anyone can come here.

Come on, eat.

I'm not hungry, Master.

The duck roast and appam here are excellent.

Have a bite. It'll make you hungry.

No, Master.

Are you still shaken by what happened that day?

Don't stare at your father like that.

I was the one who asked him to come.

He wanted me to talk to you,

since I used to be your teacher.

It's only natural for him to worry

when he sees you hurting like this.

What happened here that broke you this much?

It's just...

Everyone sees me as a complete failure now.

All my students have left.

I can't even blame their parents.

How can someone who couldn't defend herself

teach others to protect themselves?

Who said you couldn't defend yourself?

Every martial art is about self-defence.

Martial arts is like meditation.

It brings your mind and body into harmony,

helping you discover your true self.

Some see it as a competition.

Others see it as just a pastime.

But the Meenu I know,

would never treat it as just a hobby.

You had a purpose when you learned it

and when you chose to teach others.

Even if you've forgotten that purpose, I haven't.

And you know what?

This is your chance.

Just like you always dreamed,

this is a golden opportunity to inspire countless girls.

And you're ready to throw it all away

and leave this place buried in depression?

Do you know something?

Even after losing the use of both his legs...

and after your mother passed away,

I never once saw Ravi break down.

That's called willpower.

And you have it too.

Think of what happened that day

as just another match.

Even then, you can't decide who's won or lost

until the fight is over.

Knockouts and failures

aren't decided by the spectators.

They only saw the moment you froze.

Every fight will have this freeze point.

But every freeze point

is followed by an ice-breaking moment...

And after that comes redemption.

Then comes the finishing moment.

That's when victory or defeat is decided.

If you quit now

just because the gallery has already judged you...

My dear...

Remember what I always told you

before every tournament?

Watch your opponent moves carefully.

Your chance will come.

And when it does, you'll have him right where you want him.

Then land every blow you couldn't before.

Finish the fight.

This is only the beginning.

Where you go from here

is entirely up to you.

Feeling hungry now?

Go ahead and eat. I'm leaving now.

Ravi--

Why are you asking for trouble at your age?

Before you leave,

you figured you'd mess with me by sitting on my file?

Think that makes you a hero?

Why do you care so much?

With that crippled leg and your hellcat of a daughter,

why stick your nose into this?

- You... - Hey, don't.

Sit down, dear.

I'm here.

Take it easy.

Don't worry, sir.

You brought this whole pack of thugs

just to intimidate a man who can't even walk?

Pathetic.

Move aside.

Come on. You too.

Come here.

I was just teaching my student a bit of theory.

I was wondering how I'd finish the lesson

without a practical session.

Thank God, you all showed up right on cue.

Son, hold this.

- Don't lose it. - I won't.

Please move over there.

Please, get up.

Come on, son.

Let's see... One... two...

Three, four, five, six, seven...

Who's first?

Go.

Freeze point.

I'll call you later.

Who is this guy?

What's going on here?

Who is this dude?

Hello, sir.

Get in there and hit him!

Blood?

No blood.

- Now blood. - Blood...

Blood... Blood...

Break point.

Finishing point.

We're screwed.

They're running away.

Let's get out of here!

Sir, one minute.

- He's calling you. - No, no.

- He just needs a hand. - Oh.

Not me. Help them.

- Could you give them a hand? - What a relief!

- Oh, thank you. - That's all?

Son, my watch.

Sorry, sir.

I'm so sorry, dear.

What was that all about?

Nothing serious.

He just wants to build a resort.

What a nuisance!

He'll build it somewhere else. Right?

- Sure. - Good. You can go now.

- All right, then. - Okay.

- Bye. - Okay.

Need a ride?

No, sir. We came by car.

Okay.

Thank you, Master.

Take care, Ravi.

Thank you.

Make your father proud.

Dad... here.

Dad.

Dad.

Let's file the appeal, Dad.

Let's not leave this place.

It's a beautiful place.

I've already submitted it, dear.

Messi.

Sometimes we fall.

Sometimes we feel like we're failing.

If you start thinking like that,

you'll definitely fail.

You have to believe you'll win.

That's what gives us the strength to fight.

In the end, we'll definitely win.

Don't you want to fight, dear?

Meenu.

We've asked everyone we could,

the locals, the auto drivers...

But no one's seen this man.

We haven't been able to track his phone either.

There's not even the usual CCTV footage

in this case.

He looks like a seasoned criminal.

We think he's left town.

You said he followed you after you got on the bus.

Maybe he got scared and left town.

What reason does he have to stick around?

You should head home for now.

We'll call if we learn anything.

Sir, please sign here.

And here too.

Sir, is there anything at all you could do?

Why are you still chasing this?

Let it go, dear.

You know we're short-staffed.

Even cases where we've identified the suspects are still pending.

If we find anything, we'll definitely call you.

You can go now.

- Sir, do you know Sebastian? - Which Sebastian?

The one who's always causing trouble in the colony.

We've already sent four officers and he still hasn't come in.

So what's the complaint this time?

Which day, which guy broke in?

Every day, it's someone new.

Like you'd catch him if I told you the details!

Just get lost, sir!

I'll call you back.

Meenu, wait!

After the second break-in,

it seems like the case is officially closed.

Here's what you do.

I'll give you the Inspector's number.

Try calling him.

Today is a very proud day for our school.

As part of the Jyothirgamaya program...

It's wonderful that you took this initiative, sir.

...I'd like to invite our principal, Joseph Master, to the stage.

- Hello. - Sir.

It's me, Meenu.

I went missing last week

and beat up the man who broke into my house.

Yes, got it.

Is there any emergency?

Sir, after that incident,

most of my students have stopped coming to class.

It's been really difficult, sir.

I had gone to the station.

But I didn't get any positive response.

Sir, if you could find him

and file a case,

I'd have something to back me up.

People are twisting the story

and spreading rumours.

Please try to understand my situation.

Meenu, I understand how you feel.

But finding that man won't be easy.

Alright, Meenu. I'm at a function right now.

I'll call you back, okay?

Okay.

DAD!

The police asked me the same questions.

No one's come in recently with a dog bite

or to have a wound dressed.

And even if someone did,

I don't remember seeing any outsiders here.

Meenu.

Whatever happens, my dad shouldn't know about this.

I made a mistake.

I trusted him blindly.

I think he was the one

who broke into your house that day.

Please don't tell anyone I told you.

If anyone finds out I gave him the vaccine,

I'll be in big trouble.

As drug-related crimes continue to rise in our society,

with your permission

I'd like to invite our respected CI, Satheesh sir

to address us

and raise awareness about this issue.

Joseph Master's speech is over.

They showed Teacher and Chinnu too.

They asked me to take a video if they're shown again.

You do it.

Please join me in welcoming

our chief guest, CI Satheesh sir, to the stage.

Respected guests on the dais,

dear children, teachers,

parents and friends...

Once you've experienced the true joy of life,

you no longer chase fleeting pleasures.

That's one thing I've learned in all my years of police service.

Rather than giving you another routine anti-drug speech,

I'd like to talk about finding that joy in life.

You won't always find it in your textbooks.

Alongside your studies,

pursue activities on the side,

something that truly makes you happy.

Those activities come with

benefits of their own.

Let me tell you about

something that happened here just two or three days ago.

It involved

a twenty-six-year-old woman

who lived with her father and their dog.

One night,

after she came out of the bathroom,

she found a filthy man standing in her room,

looking at her with bad intentions.

He had trespassed into the house unnoticed that night.

What would you have done if you were her?

Hm?

You'd probably scream.

Do you know what she did?

She charged straight at the criminal

and kicked him square in the chest.

That single kick sent him crashing through the door.

She was a trained martial artist.

She'd been training since she was a child.

When the moment came, she used her skills.

That's how every girl should be.

Get the job done today.

Head out late tonight.

You think he'll be any use after sniffing that?

That stuff makes him twice as strong.

Then he can handle it on his own.

Didn't I tell you we don't need that?

He is...

not fit to go alone.

Especially after picking a fight with her.

You think he'll get our job done?

That's exactly my point.

Let's go with him.

Listen.

Be careful, alright?

If they find any evidence, we're done.

The thought alone gives me a headache.

Give me some of that stuff he sniffs.

Best.

Messi!

Where'd you all go, leaving the door wide open?

- Right. - Come on in.

Oh, there you are.

That was a great speech, Joseph.

Where's Meenu?

She's the star of the day.

We came to see her.

It's not just the school,

everyone's talking about it now.

Why else would the news channels be asking for Meenu's number?

It's been trending since this afternoon.

Look, it's Meenu!

Idukki's Wonder Girl is joining us now.

Meenu from Idukki.

- Welcome Meenu. - Greetings, sir.

Meenu, you've become an inspiration to girls across Kerala.

What do you have to say, Meenu?

I'm happy to hear that, sir.

But in reality, it wasn't as great as you'd think.

Even so,

if that incident inspired even one person,

I'll consider myself lucky.

Are you saying you couldn't perform as well as you were capable of?

No, that's not what I meant.

It's true, I couldn't perform at my best that day.

Because he ran away before I could.

You weren't even at your best,

yet one kick sent him running.

That's the message for all our viewers.

When a girl stands her ground,

men like him lose their nerve.

Right, Meenu?

One last question, Meenu.

Earlier, you said you couldn't perform at your best.

What if you came face-to-face with him again?

Our YouTube viewers are eager to know.

They're asking in the comments...

So, tell us, Meenu, if you ever run into him again,

will you beat him to a pulp?

He's probably left the district

after what happened.

So I don't know

if I'll ever get him at kick point again.

But if I do,

he'll never be able to stand before another girl again.

You'll never take another step without help.

I'll make sure of that.

You will never walk alone.

So tell me, Meenu, if you get hold of him again...

will you beat him to a pulp?

He's probably left the district

after what happened.

So I don't know

if I'll ever get him at kick point again.

Oh, really?

So that girl really got him, huh?

What did you tell me?

That a dog bit him?

And we're supposed to work with him?

You will never walk alone.

All he does is throw his weight around.

Now look at him, getting whipped by a girl.

Come on, man.

I'll make sure of that.

You will never walk alone!

You will never walk alone!

Bro!

I think she has his phone.

I called when his phone came back on.

No one answered.

But after seeing her go all out on TV,

I'm starting to wonder.

If that's true, we're screwed.

He's gone completely psycho.

He says he wants to kill her.

Bro, you know what?

That works in our favour too.

Only two people in this town have seen him,

that girl and her father.

Let him finish them off.

If this nutjob gets himself into another case tomorrow,

it won't lead back to us.

Meenu, you've already been through so much.

You shouldn't have challenged him like that.

Now it'll look like we provoked him.

Don't let your stubbornness get the better of you.

We need to take care of our safety.

We're just ordinary people.

There's a limit to everything.

Are you even listening to me?

We don't know who he is or what his intentions are.

Even the police couldn't find a single lead.

Honestly, I'm terrified.

Please listen to me, dear.

Let's stay at Joseph's house tonight.

We'll go to the station in the morning and follow up.

Joseph asked us to stay at his place that night too.

But we didn't go.

We got lucky that day.

We may not be so lucky next time.

Dad, forget everything that happened that day.

It was a mistake, that's all.

It won't happen again.

Don't be afraid, Dad.

Hello?

Meenu, he's a hardcore criminal.

They brought him here for something big.

You shouldn't have gone on TV and challenged him.

Please be careful.

That scumbag hasn't slept yet?

Wait, bro.

Do you realise how late it is?

Joseph, that's enough.

Ravi, I've set up the room. Go sleep there.

Did Meenu go to bed?

Chinnu took her straight to the room as soon as they got here.

Messi joined them too.

You have work tomorrow, right, Ravi?

What do you want to eat?

Whatever you have, Teacher.

- I know I'm troubling you. - Come on.

She came only because I forced her.

Sometimes...

Sometimes I wish she was born a boy.

What difference would that make?

My parents had two sons.

My brother and I.

One day, he demanded money from our father.

When he refused, he held a knife to my father's throat.

That broke my mother's heart, she couldn't survive.

The more you think about it, it all falls apart.

Enough... get some sleep.

Bro...

Where the hell is he going now?

Didn't he tell us that already?

Come on. Let's finish this first.

I'm done with this loser.

Why do these crazy guys always walk in slow motion?

Keep your voice down, bro.

Bro,

I'll try going this way.

Here, hold this.

Hey, be careful with it.

I'll go with that lunatic.

Oh...

So you were waiting for us, huh?

Where's the charger for this?

Where did you get this?

Messi found it in the bushes.

Hello, who the hell is this?

Who the hell are you?

You filthy witch!

You have no idea who I am!

You better return the phone! Or else...

Or else what? You think you can scare me?

If he's still in town, tell him to come get it himself.

Otherwise, come collect it from the police station tomorrow.

You can give them your little biography there.

Hang up, you loser!

Hello...

Would any of this have happened

if you had just returned the phone?

You brought this trouble on yourself.

Come on.

You...

Oh no!

You filthy rat!

Who do you think you're messing with?

You thought you could take me down?

You filthy wretch!

This is all you are! Remember that!

Wake up...

Come on, dear. Wake up.

Wake up.

Wake up.

Die, you worthless wretch!

Hey!

Grandma...

Meenu...

- Meenu, open the door. - Meenu...

Open the door, Meenu.

Meenu...

Meenu...

You...

The next time you think

you can put your hands on a woman,

remember this...

some women fight back.

This is all you are, loser!

Hi, hello. Welcome to Idukki Vision.

The incident took place at the house seen behind me.

Three attackers broke into this house

and attempted to assault the young woman living here.

But the brave young woman fought back

and overpowered all three of them.

The three accused, who suffered serious injuries,

are now being taken to the hospital.

We have learned that one of them is a notorious criminal.

Police have informed our reporter that

he is accused in several criminal cases across Kerala and beyond.

The woman who was assaulted on the train

has finally been served justice.

Police have confirmed that the accused in this case

is the same person who broke into a house in Idukki.

In a case that even the court had written off,

it was Meenu's extraordinary courage and fighting spirit

that turned the case around.

Teacher, do you want to meet Meenu?

Mm-hmm.