Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil

Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil, a 2018 Indian Malayalam-language prison action thriller film, is directed by Tinu Pappachan and written by Dileep Kurian. Produced by B. C. Joshi, Lijo Jose Pellissery, and Chemban Vinod Jose, the film features Antony Varghese, Vinayakan, Chemban Vinod Jose, Tito Wilson, and Arya Salim.

The plot revolves around Betty's arrest on murder charges, with her lover Jacob Varghese on the run. Jacob misleads the police, escapes with Betty, and stays hidden. Betty gets involved in a protest, leading to her hospitalization, while Jacob gets arrested. In the police station, Jacob faces harsh treatment, prompting him to plan an escape with fellow inmate Simon. Jacob reveals his past, involving a revenge plot against a rich businessman, Appachan, and the murder of SI James.

In the present, Jacob, Simon, and their gang plan a daring prison escape through a tunnel. They face challenges from other inmates, police, and Appachan's goons. The escape involves a fight with Udayan and a chase by the police. The group successfully evades capture, jumping into a river. Jacob helps Betty escape, and the film concludes with plans for the group's future in Australia.

The cast includes Antony Varghese as Jacob Varghese, Vinayakan as Simon, Chemban Vinod Jose as Devassya, Tito Wilson as Udayan, and Arya Salim as Betty. The film, released on March 31, 2018, achieved commercial success at the box office.a