Amaram (1991)

In the heart of Amaram, we are introduced to Achootty (Mammootty), a humble, uneducated fisherman, and his daughter, Radha (Maathu). Achootty harbours grand dreams for Radha, hoping she will escape their humble life through education and become a doctor. However, these aspirations crumble when Radha surrenders her heart to her childhood sweetheart, choosing love over her father's dreams. As Radha elopes and marries her beloved, Achootty's disappointment festers into a quiet resentment. He harbours a chilly disdain for his new son-in-law, refusing to acknowledge his worth until he proves himself as a fisherman. Achootty's public challenge to his son-in-law - to capture a shark singlehandedly - becomes the young man's obsession, a test of his worthiness in the eyes of his stern father-in-law. One fateful day, the son-in-law, fueled by his determination to prove himself, ventures into the treacherous sea alone. His absence stirs whispers of foul play, with suspicion cast on Achootty, who is also known to have been at sea that day. Even his own daughter, Radha, is swayed by the rumors, believing her father could have taken her husband's life. Driven by despair and the need to clear his name, Achootty braves a stormy night at sea, only to find his son-in-law unconscious, clinging to the wreckage of his boat. He rescues him, proving his innocence to the villagers, but the trust he once had in them is irrevocably damaged. The film ends with a poignant image of Achootty, alone, navigating his boat into the sea - the only entity he believes has ever shown him unreserved love.

Amaram is a drama movie featuring Mammootty and directed by Bharathan.

It is possible to buy Amaram on Amazon Video.