Manjummel Boys

Manjummel Boys is a 2012 Indian crime drama film based on a real-life incident, directed by Shyamaprasad. The film tells the story of a group of friends who embark on a trip to Kodaikanal, a scenic hill station in Tamil Nadu, India. The story begins with the introduction of a group of friends, all hailing from the Manjummel area in Kerala, who have been together since their college days. They are a tight-knit group of five friends - Aboobacker, Shaji, Valsan, Vishwaji, and Kunnikkayi. Despite their differences in backgrounds and professions, they have formed a strong bond with each other, and their friendship has become the cornerstone of their lives. As the story progresses, we see the friends making arrangements for a trip to Kodaikanal, a place they have always wanted to visit. The trip is supposed to be a fun-filled getaway, where they can relax, unwind, and recharge their batteries. However, the trip takes an unexpected turn when they encounter a series of events that will change their lives forever. On the first day of their trip, the friends visit the local market, where they indulge in shopping and sightseeing. However, their carefree attitude is disrupted when they meet a group of local youths who seem to be hostile towards them. The situation escalates, and the friends find themselves caught up in a confrontation with the local gang. Despite the tension, the friends manage to diffuse the situation and continue with their trip. However, things take a more serious turn when one of the friends, Valsan, goes missing. The others search for him frantically but are unable to locate him. As the night falls, they begin to suspect that Valsan might have been murdered by the local gang. The group is now in a state of panic, and they are forced to confront the reality of the situation. They report the incident to the police, who initially refuse to take action. The friends are left to fend for themselves, with no support or guidance from the authorities. As the friends try to find answers about Valsan's disappearance, they uncover a web of deceit and corruption that runs deep in the local community. They begin to realize that the local gang is not just a group of rowdy youths but is, in fact, a well-organized crime syndicate that has infiltrated the police and administrative systems. The friends decide to take matters into their own hands and embark on a mission to find Valsan and bring the culprits to justice. Along the way, they face numerous challenges and obstacles, including violence, intimidation, and betrayal. Despite the odds against them, the friends remain determined and united in their quest for the truth. They use their collective skills and resourcefulness to gather evidence and build a case against the crime syndicate. The film takes a dramatic turn when the friends finally discover the truth behind Valsan's disappearance. They learn that he was a key witness in a high-profile murder case and that the local gang had been trying to silence him. The friends also realize that they have been living in a bubble of ignorance and complacency, unaware of the dark underbelly of the town they had grown up in. The climax of the film is a heart-pounding, action-packed sequence where the friends confront the crime syndicate and fight for justice. The scene is intense and emotionally charged, with the friends risking their lives to expose the truth and bring the culprits to justice. In the end, the friends are successful in their mission, and Valsan is found alive. However, the journey has taken a toll on them, and they are forever changed by the experiences they have undergone. The film ends with a sense of closure, but also a sense of loss and regret, as the friends come to terms with the fact that their friendship has been tested and tempered by the trials they have faced. Manjummel Boys is a gripping and thought-provoking film that explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and justice. The film is based on a true story and has been praised for its raw and unflinching portrayal of the dark side of human nature.