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Pookkaalam (2023) Plot Summary

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Pookkaalam is a 2023 family and drama film directed by Ganesh Raj, running 2 hours 16 minutes. This page retells the whole story in 183 words (about 1 minute to read). Looking for the cast, ratings and where to stream it? See the movie page for Pookkaalam.

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1 min
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2h 16m
Echo Score (of 100)
78
words in the plot summary
183
Pookkaalam (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 16m
Director
Ganesh Raj
Genres
Family, Drama, Comedy
Original language
Malayalam
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What Happens in Pookkaalam?

The complete story of Pookkaalam, from the first scene to the last, in 183 words (about 1 minute). Spoilers throughout.

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Pookkaalam is the story of the lives of Ittoop and Kochu Thresiamma and the people surrounding them. They live with their large family and are preparing to celebrate their wedding anniversary. Their peaceful life changes when the family finds an old love letter addressed to Kochuthresia.

The letter makes everyone wonder if Kochuthresia had a relationship before her marriage. This creates misunderstandings and arguments within the family. Ittoop wishes for a divorce and looks towards finding junior lawyer Jikkumon, while the kids are off to find someone or themselves to defend their mother. Ittyavira is hurt by the discovery, while Kochuthresia does not want to talk about her past.

As the family learns more about the letter they discover the truth behind it and realize that it does not change the love and trust the couple has shared for many years. The incident helps the family understand the importance of honesty, forgiveness and accepting the past.

In the end, the misunderstandings are cleared, and Ittyavira and Kochuthresia celebrate their anniversary with their family showing that love and trust can grow stronger over time.

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What is Pookkaalam about?

Pookkaalam is the story of the lives of Ittoop and Kochu Thresiamma and the people surrounding them. They live with their large family and are preparing to celebrate their wedding anniversary. Their peaceful life changes when the family finds an old love letter addressed to Kochuthresia.

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Who directed Pookkaalam?

Pookkaalam (2023) was directed by Ganesh Raj and runs 2 hours 16 minutes.

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