At its core, the story is deceptively simple. Prasad (Suraj Venjaramoodu) and Sreeja (Nimisha Sajayan) are a newly married couple traveling by bus in rural Kerala. Sreeja’s gold chain (the Thondimuthal – the main offence/evidence) is stolen by a clever thief named Prasad (Fahadh Faasil). Yes, the husband and the thief share the same name.
The story begins with Thondi (played by Jai), a young man who lives a simple life. He meets a woman named Driksakshiyum (played by Aparna Arvind), and they get married. However, their life takes a dramatic turn when Thondi gets involved in a series of events that challenge his moral values. Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum -2017- Malayalam D...
(Suraj Venjaramoodu), who flee their hometown to start a new life. Their journey takes a sharp turn on a bus ride when a thief—also named At its core, the story is deceptively simple
: Critics often praise it for its "slice of life" feel and grounded storytelling, though some Reddit users suggest the long title may have hindered its appreciation among non-Malayali audiences. Yes, the husband and the thief share the same name
: His portrayal of a weary but pragmatic police officer adds a layer of systemic realism to the station house drama. Critical and Commercial Success
The husband catches the thief, a scuffle ensues, and the police are called. The thief swallows the gold chain to destroy the evidence. What follows is not a typical cat-and-mouse chase but a bizarre, frustrating, and darkly comedic journey through the labyrinth of the Indian police and judicial system.
Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum (2017) is a critically acclaimed Malayalam crime-drama directed by Dileesh Pothan. The film's title roughly translates to "The Exhibit and the Eyewitness". Plot Overview