Vilapangalkappuram
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Vilapangalkkappuram is a Malayalam film scripted and directed by T. V. Chandran
in 2008. The film is based on the aftermath of the Gujarat riots
of 2002. The film won the Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Film
in 2008. Also, Priyanka
won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress
for her performance in this film.
) lives happily with her parents and younger sister in Ahmedabad
, until a group of communalists wreaks havoc. After being gang raped, she barely manages to escape from the criminals before they set her ablaze. In a fit of panic, she hides inside a lorry but it takes Zahira to her father's home-town in Kozhikkode, Kerala.
As Zahira gradually recovers from her pathetic state, with the help of Dr. Mary Varghese (Suhasini) and Dr. Gopinath (Biju Menon
), she has to face a new crisis. She soon realizes that in our society most humans categorize themselves only on the basis of religions and castes!
Zahira learns more about the real world, where beastly minds are vying to pounce upon a hapless woman. Even during those tumultuous times, she comes across genuine souls like Gopalettan (Thilakan
), who takes care of her like a daughter.
T. V. Chandran
T. V. Chandran is an Indian filmmaker, script writer, and actor. He is most known for his art-house films which have references to history and undertones of politics and feminism...
in 2008. The film is based on the aftermath of the Gujarat riots
2002 Gujarat violence
The 2002 Gujarat violence describes the Godhra train burning and resulting communal riots between Hindus and Muslims. On 27 February 2002 at Godhra City in the state of Gujarat, the Sabarmati Express train was attacked by a large Muslim mob in a conspiracy. But some authentic sources deny the claim...
of 2002. The film won the Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Film
Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Film
The Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Film winners:- Third Best Film :The Kerala State Film Award for Third Best Film winners:-References:**...
in 2008. Also, Priyanka
Priyanka Nair
Priyanka Nair is an Indian model-turned-actress who works mainly in Malayalam-language films. She made her début in the Tamil film Veyyil in 2006.- Education :...
won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress
Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress
The Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress winners:-References:**...
for her performance in this film.
Plot
Zahira (PriyankaPriyanka Nair
Priyanka Nair is an Indian model-turned-actress who works mainly in Malayalam-language films. She made her début in the Tamil film Veyyil in 2006.- Education :...
) lives happily with her parents and younger sister in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad also known as Karnavati is the largest city in Gujarat, India. It is the former capital of Gujarat and is also the judicial capital of Gujarat as the Gujarat High Court has its seat in Ahmedabad...
, until a group of communalists wreaks havoc. After being gang raped, she barely manages to escape from the criminals before they set her ablaze. In a fit of panic, she hides inside a lorry but it takes Zahira to her father's home-town in Kozhikkode, Kerala.
As Zahira gradually recovers from her pathetic state, with the help of Dr. Mary Varghese (Suhasini) and Dr. Gopinath (Biju Menon
Biju Menon
Biju Menon is an Indian film actor who has mainly worked in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu films. He appears mostly in supporting roles, but has also acted in antagonistic roles. He made his debut in 1995 in Mannar Mathai Speaking...
), she has to face a new crisis. She soon realizes that in our society most humans categorize themselves only on the basis of religions and castes!
Zahira learns more about the real world, where beastly minds are vying to pounce upon a hapless woman. Even during those tumultuous times, she comes across genuine souls like Gopalettan (Thilakan
Thilakan
Surendranatha Thilakan , known mononymously as Thilakan, is an Indian actor who works in Malayalam cinema and theatre. He was awarded Padma Shri on 25 January 2009.- Theatre:...
), who takes care of her like a daughter.
Cast
- PriyankaPriyanka NairPriyanka Nair is an Indian model-turned-actress who works mainly in Malayalam-language films. She made her début in the Tamil film Veyyil in 2006.- Education :...
as Zahira - Biju MenonBiju MenonBiju Menon is an Indian film actor who has mainly worked in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu films. He appears mostly in supporting roles, but has also acted in antagonistic roles. He made his debut in 1995 in Mannar Mathai Speaking...
as Dr. Gopinath - Suhasini Maniratnam as Dr. Mary Varghese
- M. R. Gopakumar as Yusuf Ali (Zahira's father)
- V. K. Sriraman as Salim Bhai
- SudheeshSudheeshSudheesh is an Indian actor who mainly works in Malayalam cinema.-Filmography:-External links:****...
as Khadar Kutty - ThilakanThilakanSurendranatha Thilakan , known mononymously as Thilakan, is an Indian actor who works in Malayalam cinema and theatre. He was awarded Padma Shri on 25 January 2009.- Theatre:...
as Gopalan - IndransIndransIndrans is a Malayalam film actor and costume designer. He acts mainly in comedy roles. He has acted in over 200 films.Indrans, a Tailor by profession, debuted in the film Choothattam as a costume designer. It was producer Charlie who offered him a chance to assist in costume designing...
- IrshadIrshad (actor)Irshad is an Indian actor of Malayalam films. Hailing from Thrissur, he has acted in numerous award-winning art-house films including those directed by acclaimed filmmakers such as Pavithran, T. V. Chandran, P. T. Kunju Muhammed, and K. R. Mohanan. He has also appeared in supporting roles in a few...
- Nandu
- Nilambur Ayisha
- Kozhikode Shantha Devi
- Praveena
- Zeenath