Lucky Man 2023

Murugan wins a car and treats it as a lucky charm

Murugan, a struggling real estate agent, wins a car and begins to view it as his lucky charm. The sudden windfall lifts his spirits and re-ignites hope for solving his family's financial problems. He starts envisioning better days for his wife Deivanai and their son.

Parking dispute with Shivakumar and a political intervention

A tense parking dispute pits Murugan against Shivakumar, a hot-tempered police officer. The confrontation escalates until a sympathetic politician intervenes and forces Shivakumar to apologize. The incident remains a sour note in their relationship but is foreshadowing of the trouble ahead.

Car goes missing from near landlord's house

A few days later, Murugan prepares to meet an important client and parks his car near his landlord's house. The next day, the vehicle is missing, leaving him puzzled and anxious. He fears that a larger conspiracy is at play against him.

Murugan files a police complaint with Venkat

With the help of his friend Venkat, Murugan reports the car's disappearance to the police. The case lands with Shivakumar, who promises to investigate. Venkat urges patience while the investigation unfolds.

Venkat suspects a personal grudge; Murugan escalates the complaint

Venkat suggests that Shivakumar might have stolen the car to settle a personal grudge against Murugan. Spurred by this theory, Murugan files a complaint with higher authorities to ensure a thorough review. The tension between the two men grows as the plot thickens.

Shivakumar frames Murugan in a drug case

In retaliation for the escalating complaints, Shivakumar frames Murugan in a drug peddling case. Murugan finds himself entangled in a criminal investigation that threatens his reputation. His family and livelihood are suddenly placed in peril.

Thugs trick Murugan into paying for a wrecked car

A gang of thugs deceives Murugan into paying two lakh rupees for a wrecked car they claim is his stolen vehicle. He is drawn deeper into a web of deception and corruption than he anticipated. The episode worsens his financial and emotional strain.

Murugan loses focus at work and is fired

Obsessed with reclaiming his car, Murugan neglects his job and his performance suffers. Eventually his employer fires him, amplifying his family's financial stress. The loss of income compounds the personal crisis he faces.

Deivanai leaves Murugan

Unable to cope with the mounting troubles, Murugan's wife Deivanai decides to leave him. The separation devastates him and intensifies his sense of failure. He confronts the prospect of losing his family entirely.

Murugan kidnaps Shivakumar’s dog

Desperation drives Murugan to kidnap the police officer's pet dog to make him understand the pain of losing something precious. The act marks a low point in Murugan's judgment but also shows his desperation. It pushes the story toward a turning point.

Murugan realizes Shivakumar is honest

Over time, Murugan begins to see that Shivakumar is an honest officer who cares about truth. His perspective shifts as the investigation unfolds and the officer's integrity emerges. Murugan's trust in the officer starts to rebuild.

Murugan returns the dog and confesses

Murugan returns the dog and confesses his misguided action. He shows genuine remorse and reveals his intention behind the kidnapping. The officer responds with understanding, acknowledging Murugan's sincerity.

Shivakumar helps recover the car and clears Murugan's name

Touched by Murugan's honesty, Shivakumar helps recover the missing car and works to clear Murugan's name. The case against him collapses as truth surfaces. The community witnesses a turning point in justice and empathy.