My word is the law) is a 1988 Indian Tamil-language action film directed by Rameshraj, starring Charan Raj and Rekha.

Kaali explains his path to rowdyism began with his father's arrest and hanging for a crime he did not commit.

He turns to crime to get the money to save her life and is arrested which sets him on a path to criminality.

Ponni, a young woman who loves Kaali, tells him of Aasha's closeness to her old collegemate, Ashok.

Aalavandhan attempts to assault Ponni on her wedding day resulting in both her and Sappani's death.

Kaali is released from jail the for good behavior and embarks on a mission to save Aasha.