[1][2][3] The Tamil film Muthalali (1957), produced by M. A. Venu and directed by "Muktha" Sreenivasan made on a small budget, was a huge hit.
The unprecedented success of the film was attributed to its good script combined with strong mass elements like songs and performances.
Gradually Vikraman brings everything under his control and swindles the company, taking advantage of Saraswathi Amma's trust in him.
He lands in Bombay en route to Ernakulam where he meets Kesavan, a hotel employee.
Through Kesavan he comprehends the hardships faced by labourers and the need to understand the life of a worker before becoming the owner of a factory.
Venu sends telegram to his mother informing her that he has to go on a business tour and will reach home a month later.
Unable to come to terms with being shown his place in the factory, Vikraman spreads a rumour that Venu is an impostor Velu.
Venu reveals the purpose behind coming back under disguise and exposes Vikraman Nair.
The workers of the factory are now under a "Muthalali" (owner), who understands the hardships they face and acknowledges their rights.