Thalavan (2024) Hindi Dubbed Movie

Thalavan is a Malayalam investigative thriller. It features two warring police officers in the same station. Their tense relationship worsens when one is accused of murder. Directed by Jis Joy, the film unravels the investigation, exploring the motive behind the murder and whether the accused officer is guilty or framed.

The story begins with retired DySP Udhayabanu hosting a show on solved cases. The producer suggests covering the infamous Ramya murder case. Though hesitant, Udhayabanu takes it up, vowing not to sugarcoat details about his ex-colleagues SI Karthik and CI Jayashankar.

CI Jayashankar is a strict officer, intolerant of crime and corruption. SI Karthik, his new colleague, is known for his temper and honesty. Karthik has been frequently transferred due to his behavior. Jayashankar tries to mentor him, but they clash over Manu Das, a man arrested for attacking a businessman. Karthik believes Manu is innocent, but Jayashankar rearrests him, straining their relationship.

Tensions rise further when Jayashankar’s wife is attacked by a hired killer, Joshy. Though the attack was a mistake, it leaves her with a limp. Joshy’s girlfriend, Ramya, repeatedly seeks Jayashankar’s help to release Joshy, but he refuses bribes and ignores her pleas.

One night, with his family away, Jayashankar discovers Ramya’s dead body in a gunny sack at his home. A plumber, Sajeev, panics and informs the police. Jayashankar’s timeline of events doesn’t match the evidence. A neighbor’s statement adds suspicion, making Jayashankar the prime suspect. Ramya’s daughter also goes missing.

Karthik, from an influential family, is tasked with investigating the case. Jayashankar, lacking an alibi, is denied bail and attacked in jail by Joshy. He is granted medical bail for 16 days, giving Karthik limited time to find the real killer.

Karthik investigates suspects linked to Jayashankar. First is Manu Das, but Karthik’s misjudgment allows him to flee. The second is Sinto, a daily worker arrested for harming a police officer. The third is Reghu, a disgraced officer seeking revenge against Jayashankar.

Sinto’s arrest leads to the release of Ramya’s traumatized daughter, who reveals little. Jayashankar and colleague Venu suspect Sajeev’s involvement. They trap Sajeev, who admits to aiding Sinto in planting Ramya’s body.

Amid rising animosity, Karthik finds Sinto’s body near his home. Jayashankar attacks him, believing Karthik is framing him. They stop fighting upon realizing someone is exploiting their feud.

They resume the investigation and receive a lead from colleague Benny. He uncovers records about Arun Shivadasan, son of retired officer Shivadasan. Arun’s supposed departure to Ireland is false; he had died years earlier.

Shivadasan reveals Arun’s tragic past. Jayashankar had beaten Arun brutally during an arrest, traumatizing him. Arun later committed suicide, and Shivadasan buried him secretly, blaming Jayashankar for his death. Seeking revenge, Shivadasan plotted to ruin Jayashankar.

Shivadasan used Joshy and Sinto to frame Jayashankar. He eliminated Ramya and Sinto to strengthen the case. When confronted, he attempts suicide but is stopped and arrested.

The case concludes, and DySP Udhayabanu’s episode on the murder airs. Soon after, he is found dead with a gunshot wound. Karthik and Jayashankar begin a new investigation, hinting at unresolved threads and a potential sequel.

The film ends with unanswered questions about Benny’s conclusions and the murder of DySP Udhayabanu. Despite some plot holes, the gripping narrative keeps viewers engaged.

Director: Jis Joy

Writers: Jis Joy, Sharath Perumbavoor, Anand Thevarkad

Stars: Biju Menon, Asif Ali, Miya George

Genre: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

IMDb Rating: 7.9/10