In an absurd yet poignant legal battle, Rajeevan sues a state minister, arguing that the true culprit behind his "crime" was a pothole in the road. The film explores how an ordinary man challenges political corruption and institutional apathy to clear his name. Director/Writer: Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval Lead Cast:

The film uses "deadpan humor" to highlight normalized corruption and the struggles of the common man in the Indian judicial system.

The film was a significant box office hit, reportedly grossing approximately worldwide against a budget of ₹9.5 crore. It was also highly successful on the awards circuit:

The story follows Kozhummal Rajeevan (Kunchacko Boban), a reformed petty thief living a quiet life with his girlfriend, Devi. His past comes back to haunt him when an innocent attempt to avoid a pothole leads to a series of mishaps, ultimately landing him in an MLA's compound at midnight where he is bitten by dogs. Misconstrued as an attempted robbery, Rajeevan decides to fight the system from within the courtroom.