Vaanam Kottattum 2020

The formative years of young Selva are irrevocably marked by a traumatic event: he witnesses the brutal stabbing of his paternal uncle, Velusaamy, by an unknown attacker. In a frantic bid to save his uncle’s life, Selva rushes to find his father, Bose Kaalai, and they hasten to get him to the hospital, despite the chaos unfolding around them. Soon, the truth behind this violent act reveals itself; Bose uncovers that his brother was silenced to thwart his electoral ambitions. Driven by an insatiable thirst for vengeance, he tracks down the culprits and enacts brutal retribution, an act that Baskaran, the son of one of the slain men, witnesses firsthand.

The consequences of Bose’s violent justice are swift; he is incarcerated for a staggering 16 years, leaving his family to fend for themselves amid the fallout. His wife, Chandra, grapples with the aftermath of her husband’s rash choices and hopes to steer their children away from his path. In a courageous step, she uproots her family, moving with Selva and Mangai to Chennai.

Transitioning into adolescence, Selva begins to adopt a rebellious demeanor that worries his mother. Throughout this turbulent time, Velusaamy offers his steadfast support to the family. As Selva and Mangai transition into adulthood, Selva becomes a taxi driver, while Mangai pursues a law degree, forming a close friendship with Ramanathan.

In his role as a taxi driver, Selva becomes embroiled in the lives of a couple teetering on the brink of a breakup. As he drives them to their next destination, he becomes a reluctant witness to their heated quarrel, culminating in the girl threatening to take her own life if her lover does not agree to marry her. In a split-second decision, Selva intervenes, pushing her into the water to prevent further tragedy. Their ensuing hospital encounter introduces him to Preetha George, deeply intertwining their fates in unexpected ways.

As time passes, Selva’s entrepreneurial spirit blossoms when he partners with the grieving family of the victim, aiming to flood the market with fresh plantains. They cautiously navigate this new business venture, eventually earning Reddy’s approval, a key player in the wholesale trade. Their success is significantly bolstered by Mangai’s astute tactics, which catch the eye of Reddy’s son, Kalyan.

When Bose finally emerges from prison, the family members confront their conflicting emotions regarding their father’s return, as past failures linger heavily over them. Chandra fights to maintain harmony in the household, yet Bose’s tainted past continues to loom over their everyday lives. After a mysterious absence, during which his family suspects the worst, Bose returns with a bounty of exotic fruits, but tensions flare as Selva wrestles with his father’s erratic management of money.

In an emotional climax, Bose grapples with the consequences of his actions, while Selva stumbles upon a promising opportunity within the market. Reddy, keen on uniting Mangai and Kalyan in marriage, unexpectedly supports her decision to stay devoted to Ramanathan.

Meanwhile, Baskaran is on a quest for revenge against Bose, making it clear that he intends to seek retribution for the past. His twin, Natrayan, implores him to find a path away from this violence, but Baskaran’s determination leads him. His schemes culminate in a severe attack on Bose, leaving him wounded and fostering further animosity.

As pivotal events unfold, Selva finds himself offering comfort to Preetha following her father’s passing, which blooms into something deeper. Caught in the turmoil, Bose feels the sting of rejection from his children and retreats to his brother’s home. However, the impending danger forces him to move back to Chennai, where he faces unrelenting threats from Baskaran.

In a gripping showdown, Selva is kidnapped due to Baskaran’s tactical deceit, but Bose arrives just in time to save him, confronting Baskaran with a critical decision: to continue this cycle of hatred or to embrace the chance of redemption.

The story culminates in a heartwarming reunion as Bose and Chandra celebrate their 60th anniversary with a reconciliation among the family. This gathering symbolizes the power of forgiveness and the hope for a brighter future, highlighting the community’s commitment to healing the scars of the past.