Kochu, who was part of a legendary village tug-of-war team named Aaha Neeloor, that had a long-standing winning streak. But during an important game, in a moment of stress about the safety of his pregnant wife who was home alone on a rainy night, he buckles and costs the team their win. It is a loss that leaves a bitter taste with his ashan and rival Chengan.
Fast forward 20 years to the life of Ani. After taking a couple of bad hits in life, Ani, determined to make the village proud by doing well in tug-of-war competitions, ropes in his friends to build a team. After some not-so-stellar performances, he persuades Kochu, now a recluse, to coach the new Aaha Neeloor team. Kochu does so, imposing some conditions.