The story follows two honest police officers, Adhi and Abbas, who launch "Operation Dhanush" to infiltrate a dangerous terrorist organization. The mission takes a dark turn when Adhi is forced to choose between his professional duty and the safety of his family after they are taken hostage by the group’s leader, Badri.

It was India's official entry for the 68th Academy Awards (Best Foreign Language Film category) and won several awards, including the Cinema Express Award for Best Film. The Isaimini Controversy

Shot by PC Sreeram (who also directed), Kuruthipunal is a masterclass in lighting and shadow. The film used sync sound (live audio recording) long before it became the norm in India. The background score by Mahesh—haunting, minimal, and terrifying—is a character in itself.

(1995) is widely regarded as a milestone in Indian cinema, known for its gritty realism and technical brilliance. Movie Highlights