Jai Bhim Review

Movie Plot

Rajakannu and Sengeni, a couple from the Irula tribe, dealt with rat infestations and captured poisonous snakes while working in the fields under the authority of oppressive caste men in 1993. The wife of a wealthy man reported missing jewelry after Rajakannu was sent to the man's home to remove a snake, and she suspected Rajakannu.

Rajakannu's brother, sister, and brother-in-law were all arrested during a police raid on their home, and they were tortured for information before being brutally beaten and forcibly held while Sengeni was pregnant. Sengeni was freed, but Rajakannu was imprisoned and subjected to torture. Later, she discovered that the men in custody had fled, and the police had threatened her because she didn't know where they were.

Mythra, an adult educator from the Irula tribe, encounters Chandru, an attorney who defends the interests of tribes and persuades him to stand up for Sengeni's rights. Chandru files a habeas corpus complaint after hearing Sengeni's story, but the court advises filing in a lower court. Chandru insists on a witness examination even though it is unusual in a habeas corpus case. Chandru uses the Rajan case to convince the court to continue.

The Solicitor General, appearing on behalf of the police, asserts that Rajakannu and the other suspects escaped from police custody the night of their arrest based on the testimony of the arresting officers. Chandru reveals their deception and requests that Sub-Inspector Gurumurthy, Head Constable Veerasamy, and Constable Kirubakaran should be investigated.

Advocate General Ram Mohan, who has taken over the case, claims that the three suspects have gone to Kerala. Varadarajulu, Iruttapan's boss, attests that Iruttapan acknowledged running away after conducting a heist. Chandru finds proof that the three officers traveled to Kerala to get in touch with Varadarajulu, and one of them used an Iruttapan voice impersonator.

IG Chandru requests that the court designate Perumalsamy as the chief officer. Rajakannu's body is found by Chandru, Perumalsamy, and Mythra near the Pondicherry border after weeks of searching, refuting the assertion that he left. They cremate his remains and believe Rajakannu, who was in police custody when he was killed, was not in a car accident.

Chandru is informed by Rajakannu's postmortem pathologist that Rajakannu died as a consequence of a shattered ribcage, maybe as a result of being struck by a car. Veerasamy confesses to Ram Mohan, the attorney general, that Rajakannu died while being detained.

According to Veerasamy, when he contacted Guru following Rajakannu's passing, Guru gave him the go-ahead to arrange an escape while leaving Rajakannu on the road to simulate a vehicle accident. Iruttapan and Mosakutty were relocated to a Kerala prison. Ram Mohan tells them to stick to their story during the court proceedings after hearing this. Chandru looks into the police station's call logs and shows the judge proof that, contrary to Veerasamy's claim, a call was placed to Guru's home at 9:10 p.m. Chandru asks for more time to carry out additional research.

The Irular tribe, Sengeni, Mythra, and Chandru, started a campaign against the injustice they saw. Chandru finds proof that Iruttapan was forced into calling Varadarajulu by the police. Mythra tracks down Iruttapan and Mosakutty, who appear in court and provide testimony regarding the abuse they suffered and the police's involvement in Rajakannu's demise.

According to Perumalsamy, the police officers took bribes from the real thief. Chandru describes how tire tracks were found close to Rajakannu's body that matched Guru and Kiruba's footsteps. The police officers charged with murdering Rajakannu are detained as a result of the court's decision. Sengeni receives compensation in the amount of 3 lakhs along with half a hectare of land, while Iruttappan, Mosakutty, and Pachaiamma each receive 2 lakhs. Sengeni thanks Chandru for his help, and Chandru attends the dedication of Sengeni's new home.

Reviews

The Hindu

The problem of caste-based oppression and the defective legal system is addressed in the daring Tamil film Jai Bhim. It highlights the difficulties that the main character Rajakannu and his wife, Sengeni, undergo while fighting for justice. The movie isn't afraid to bring up instances of police violence and torture in detention centers, but its real audacity resides in openly naming dominating caste groups and revealing their hierarchies. Inquiring into the caste system and the ongoing injustice, the film explores the use of Dalits and tribal people as labor slaves. Suriya portrays Chandru, a social activist, and attorney, powerfully in the courtroom scenes. The movie raises concerns about whether the marginalized communities it seeks to represent actually receive popular attention.

Times of India

A striking portrayal of the abuse and humiliation experienced by poor people, notably at the hands of the police, is made in the hard-hitting movie Jai Bhim. It shows instances of innocent people being detained, tortured, and wrongly charged as a result of their caste or tribe.

Rajakannu and Sengani, a couple from the Irular tribe, are the focus of the narrative. They are subject to unjustified allegations and abuse. Chandru, a lawyer devoted to upholding the law, is enlisted by Sengani. The movie emphasizes the difficulties the couple and their neighborhood endure while highlighting the importance of resiliency and tenacity in the fight for justice.

In order to properly expose the wrongs done to marginalized communities without taking advantage of their tales, director TJ Gnanavel creates a raw and merciless depiction of the subject. Lijomol Jose and Manikandan's performances stand out because they effectively convey the tenacity and resolve of their characters.

Suriya makes an impression on the character of Chandru by infusing fervor and sincerity into it. Through the interactions between Chandru and the role played by Prakash Raj, who is the head of the inquiry committee, the movie examines the cooperation between law and order.A forceful critique of police brutality, Jai Bhim provides a much-needed counterweight to the popular perception of law enforcement.

The movie occasionally gets too violent, but it still has an emotional impact and makes people aware of how unfettered power feeds injustice. With films like Jai Bhim, Visaaranai, Kirumi, and Kavalthurai Ungal Nanban, the industry needed an antidote to the myths that now surround the police. It serves as a reminder of how crucial it is to balance depictions and tackle societal issues in films.