Chandramukhi 2, the highly anticipated Indian Tamil-language comedy horror film, has mesmerized audiences with its thrilling climax. Released on September 28, 2023, this sequel, written and directed by P. Vasu and produced by Subaskaran Allirajah under Lyca Productions, takes the legacy of Chandramukhi (2005) to new heights. The film boasts a star-studded cast, including Raghava Lawrence, Kangana Ranaut, and Lakshmi Menon, along with an ensemble of exceptional actors. Chandramukhi 2 is available on Netflix for streaming.
Chandramukhi 2 plot
The story revolves around Ranganayaki, the matriarch of a wealthy family beset by a series of misfortunes. The household includes her elder brother and his son with his family, and her younger brother and his family. She is also the mother of Gayathri, Priya, and Divya. The family faces a string of tragedies, Ranganayaki’s elder daughter elopes and is killed in a tragic plane crash. Their misfortunes escalate with a mysterious fire at their family factory and an accident that leaves Divya paralyzed.
In search of solutions, Ranganayaki turns to their family astrologer, Guruji. He advises a prayer at their ancestral temple in Vettaiyapuram, which requires the presence of the entire family. This included the orphaned children of the deceased elder daughter, who are now under the care of Saravanan Pandiyan.
Upon reaching Vettaiyapuram, the family encounters a string of supernatural events, including the release of Chandramukhi’s vengeful spirit. Divya is soon possessed by the spirit of Chandramukhi. Divya miraculously regains her ability to walk under Chandramukhi’s influence, creating chaos in the household.
Pandiyan, who had been helping with temple restoration, also falls under a spirit’s influence. This sets the stage for a fierce battle between Divya and Pandiyan, both possessed by Chandramukhi and Vettaiyan.
Story of Chandramukhi is revealed
The film takes a historical turn as Guruji delves into the past, revealing the bitter enmity between Vettaiyan and Chandramukhi. Sengottaiyan was a commander in King Vettaiyan’s army. After conquering the Vijayanagara Kingdom, he forcibly takes a dancer named Chandramukhi to Vettaiyapuram.
King Vettaiyan also becomes enamored by Chandramukhi’s beauty, sparking a confrontation between him and Sengottaiyan. This confrontation results in Vettaiyan’s beheading, and Sengottaiyan declares himself as the new king, adopting the name Vettaiyan. Despite Chandramukhi’s pleas about her love for Gunasekaran, Vettaiyan keeps her captive.
In a tragic turn of events, Gunasekhar is beheaded by Vettaiyan, and Chandramukhi is burnt alive. She returns as a vengeful ghost, tormenting Vettaiyan to the brink of despair. Unable to bear the torment, Vettaiyan further retreats to his secret room. Eventually, a fatal snake bite ends his misery.
How does Chandramukhi 2 ends?
The climax of Chandramukhi 2 portrays an intense battle between the spirits inhabiting Divya and Pandiyan. A sage intervenes, putting an end to Chandramukhi’s reign of terror by sealing her ashes in a portrait. Chandramukhi and Vettaiyan cursed the sage. Only Chandramukhi could behead him. The sage makes a willing sacrifice to cease the torment.
With the spirits of Chandramukhi and Vettaiyan finally laid to rest, Ranganayaki’s family is able to perform the prayer at their deity temple. They depart from the palace with Pandiyan.
Director P. Vasu masterfully weaves a tale of horror, love, and redemption that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats throughout the film.
