Desire

Geetha, a solitary Anganwadi teacher, grapples with a dire existence. Diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, she plots a crime to access medical aid available to jail inmates.

Set in suburban Trivandrum, Kerala, Uttavar unveils a gripping narrative inspired by true events that challenge societal norms. Padma, from an esteemed Nair family, defies convention through her forbidden love for Chanthu, a tribal man.

The tale unfolds as Miraal embarks on a journey to Kerala from Bhopal with her daughter and neighbor, Jyothi, in search of her missing husband. Worried by his sudden silence, she convinces hesitant Jyothi to join her. In Kerala, they face hardships while seeking her spouse. A gripping narrative of determination, friendship and resilience in the face of uncertainty.