Kadhal Mudichu is a tribute to yesteryear actresses now forgotten by the media and the masses. In the film Akbar Ahmed (Prithviraj) is a highly successful director who wants base his next film on the life of yesteryear actress Malavika (Priyamani). While

A fresh-out-of-college criminologist, finds himself pit against an evil mastermind, whom he can only outdo by using his wits and courage.

The film revolves around two families hailing from the South Indian state of Kerala who have spent some important years of their lives in the Middle East.