A young man or woman arrives at a suburban household to work as a domestic helper.
The story follows a lone boatman (the Panikkaran) transporting a mysterious portable metal chest across a river during a political curfew. The twist? The entire film is told in real-time, lasting exactly 72 minutes of narrative time, compressed into a short film format.
: Short films on this platform typically focus on drama or suspense, often with mature themes. Related 2025 Malayalam Short Films
" (The Worker): In the context of these platforms, titles usually revolve around domestic or relatable situational dramas.
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