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Politicians in India often make the news for their involvement in some sort of crime, but what happens when the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu is on the verge of facing jail time? Veteran director Vasanthabalan’s political thriller series, Thalaimai Seyalagam, deals with such a tricky premise with great execution. Unlike most political dramas, Vasanthabalan’s series mostly shows the power struggle within the Cm’s own family and party. Here’s a quick recap of the eight episodes of this engaging political drama.

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Episode 1: The King’s Gambit

Cm Arunachalam’s 63rd birthday isn’t what one would expect it to be, as the party members and family are in a state of worry rather than celebrating. He’s being presented in the special court of Andhra Pradesh for his involvement in the Kuzhaichalur Car Company. This is supposed to be the last hearing before...

As the first season of Thalaimai Seyalagam comes to a close, it might’ve left you a lot of questions. Cm Arunachalam’s life hangs by a thread as the final episode begins. The judgment day is near, and it’s up to Kotravai if the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu is to dodge imprisonment. In this article, I am going to discuss all the events that unfolded in the finale, along with the speculations for the next season.

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Does the verdict go against Cm Arunachalam?

The Chief Minister and his party members all arrive at Andhra High Court, and he’s mentally ready to face the inevitable consequences of his going to prison. Kotravai has other plans for this day, as her phone starts ringing just when the judge is about to declare the final verdict. This was just the beginning, as all the phones belonging to...