Pokkiri Full Story Explained (2007)
Imagine a man who kills for money, but has a hidden heart of gold. That is Tamizh, the cold-blooded hitman at the center of the 2007 Tamil action film 'Pokkiri'. Directed by Prabhu Deva and starring Vijay in a career-defining role, this movie is a full-on masala entertainer. It has brutal fights, catchy songs, and a love story that tugs at your heart. But the real kicker? Tamizh is not who he seems. He is actually an undercover police officer on a secret mission. The film was a massive hit, running for over 200 days in theaters. It made Vijay a superstar and gave fans dialogues they still quote today. Let me break down the whole story for you.
A Killer with No Name
Tamizh is a ruthless hitman in Chennai. He takes a contract to beat up a gangster named Korattur Logu. He does the job with brutal efficiency, leaving everyone shocked.
Full Plot
The story begins in Chennai, a city torn apart by two rival gangs. One is led by Ali Bhai, a don living in Dubai, who operates through his men Guru and Korattur Logu. The other is run by a local thug named Narasimman. They fight over land, extortion, and murder. A new police commissioner, Mohammed Mohideen Khan, takes charge and starts cracking down on crime.
Into this world steps Tamizh, a fearless hitman who works alone. He takes a contract from Narasimman to beat up Logu. He does it so brutally that Guru and Mona, Ali Bhai's girlfriend, want him in their gang. Tamizh joins them, but he keeps his distance. He also meets Shruthi, an aerobics teacher, and falls in love with her. She mistakes him for a pervert at first, but he saves her from a corrupt inspector named Govindan. She starts to like him.
But Shruthi soon sees Tamizh kill a group of thugs in cold blood. She is disgusted and rejects him. Meanwhile, Tamizh's first big job for Ali Bhai goes smoothly. He kills a rival gang member and helps the others escape from the police. He also saves Shruthi from Govindan again, and she finally accepts his love. But the peace does not last. Guru is killed, and Ali Bhai comes to Chennai. He kills Narasimman and takes over the city. He then orders Tamizh to blow up a school to kill a minister. Tamizh refuses, saying he will not kill women and children.
Ali Bhai is arrested, but his men kidnap the commissioner's daughter. They drug her and make a lewd video, threatening to release it if Ali Bhai is not freed. The commissioner releases him. But in her drugged state, the daughter reveals that there is a police mole in the gang. Ali Bhai learns that the mole is a cop named Sathyamoorthy. He kills Tamizh's father, Shanmugavel, and his best friend, Saravana, to lure him out.
Tamizh finally reveals his true identity. He is ACP Sathyamoorthy, an IPS officer who went undercover to destroy the mafia. He had killed Guru himself to start the war between the gangs. Now, with his father and friend dead, he is filled with rage. He forces Govindan to tell him where Ali Bhai is hiding. He goes to Binny Mills and kills every single gang member. He saves the commissioner's daughter. In the end, he slashes Ali Bhai's throat with a broken glass window and shoots Govindan dead. He walks away, a hero who has completed his mission.
Characters
Tamizh / ACP Sathyamoorthy
Tamizh is a ruthless hitman who works for the mafia. But he is actually an undercover IPS officer named Sathyamoorthy. He is fearless, smart, and follows his own code. He falls in love with Shruthi, but hides his true identity from everyone. In the end, he kills Ali Bhai and Govindan, completing his mission.
Shruthi
Shruthi is an aerobics teacher who lives with her mother and brother. She is kind, innocent, and wants a normal life. She falls in love with Tamizh, but is horrified when she learns he is a gangster. She eventually accepts him, and is shocked to learn he is actually a police officer.
Ali Bhai
Ali Bhai is the main villain, an international mafia don based in Dubai. He is cruel, smart, and will do anything for power. He controls Chennai through his men. He kills Tamizh's father and friend, which leads to his own death at Tamizh's hands.
Inspector Govindan
Govindan is a corrupt police officer who works for Ali Bhai. He lusts after Shruthi and tries to force her to be his mistress. He is beaten by Tamizh and later killed by him in the final scene.
Commissioner Mohammed Mohideen Khan
He is the new police commissioner of Chennai. He is honest and wants to stop the mafia. He supports Tamizh's undercover mission. His daughter is kidnapped and drugged by Ali Bhai's men, but Tamizh saves her.
Master Body Soda
He is a comedic character who lives above Shruthi's house. He pretends to be a kung fu master and constantly tries to marry Shruthi. He provides comic relief throughout the film.
Themes
Dual Identity
Tamizh lives two lives: a cold-blooded killer and an honest police officer. This theme shows how people can hide their true selves to achieve a greater goal. His dual identity creates tension in his love story with Shruthi.
Good vs. Evil
The film clearly shows the battle between good (the police) and evil (the mafia). Tamizh is the bridge between both worlds. He uses evil methods to destroy evil, but his heart remains good.
Love and Sacrifice
Tamizh sacrifices his personal life and happiness for his mission. He lies to Shruthi to protect her. His love for her is real, but he cannot be honest until his mission is over.
Justice and Revenge
The film blurs the line between justice and revenge. Tamizh starts as a cop seeking justice. But after his father and friend are killed, his mission becomes personal. He kills Ali Bhai not just for the law, but for revenge.
Ending Explained
The ending of 'Pokkiri' is a full-on action climax. Tamizh, now revealed as ACP Sathyamoorthy, forces the corrupt inspector Govindan to tell him where Ali Bhai is hiding. He learns the location is Binny Mills. Tamizh goes there alone, armed and ready. He fights and kills every single gang member one by one. He also rescues the commissioner's daughter, who was being held captive. The final confrontation is between Tamizh and Ali Bhai. Tamizh beats him brutally and then slashes his throat with a broken glass window. He then shoots Govindan dead. The emotional impact is huge. Tamizh has lost his father and his best friend, but he has completed his mission. He walks away, a lone hero, saying his famous line: 'Once I make a decision, I won't listen even to my own words.' The message is clear: justice will prevail, even if it takes a man pretending to be a monster.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, 'Pokkiri' is a remake of the 2006 Telugu film 'Pokiri' directed by Puri Jagannadh. It was adapted for Tamil by director Prabhu Deva. The Telugu version starred Mahesh Babu.
The lead role of Tamizh / ACP Sathyamoorthy was played by Vijay. This film is considered one of his biggest hits and helped establish him as a top star in Tamil cinema.
The most famous dialogue is 'Oru vaati mudivu paniten naa yen pecha naane kekamaten', which means 'Once I make a decision, I won't listen even to my own words.' It is still quoted by fans today.
Yes, 'Pokkiri' was a massive commercial success. It ran for over 200 days in theaters in Tamil Nadu. It was the third-highest grossing Tamil film in Kerala at that time.
The main villain is Ali Bhai, played by Prakash Raj. He is an international mafia don based in Dubai. The other villain is Inspector Govindan, played by Mukesh Tiwari, a corrupt police officer.