After the success of Thinkalazhcha Nischayam and 1744 White Alto, filmmaker Senna Hegde is back with Avihitham, a layered social drama that continues his exploration of life in small-town Kerala. Released in theatres on October 10, the film was praised for its realistic treatment, sharp writing, and grounded performances.A Quiet Town, a Scandal, and the Stories BeneathSet in a sleepy town, Avihitham revolves around a scandal that disrupts the community's calm. What begins as gossip soon reveals deep-seated hypocrisy, moral policing, and gender bias.