Set against the haunting backdrop of Sri Lanka’s post-war era, Neeru Pootha Neruppu unfolds an emotionally charged story that dives deep into the human soul scarred by decades of division, pain, and unanswered questions. The story begins with the spirit of Alfred Duraiappah, wandering through the ruins of war, symbolizing the nation’s collective grief and guilt. From this haunting vision, the film flows into the life of Prabha, a young boy from Jaffna whose innocent eyes first witness an act of violence that defines his path forever.

Prabha’s father, Sekaran, is a visionary social reformer who dreams of freeing his people from political extremism and ignorance. His mother, Vasuki, is a devoted yet conflicted woman struggling to protect her family amid chaos. As Prabha grows, he becomes entangled in a forbidden love with Pramila, the daughter of a Sinhalese baker who has long lived peacefully in Jaffna. But as politics and prejudice ignite old flames, their love becomes a silent casualty of fear and hatred. Tragedy strikes when Sekaran’s voice for peace threatens rising political powers, leading to betrayal, death, and heartbreak.

The years that follow shape Prabha into a man torn between his father’s wisdom and his own burning desire for revenge. As his pain transforms into rage, Prabha is drawn into the storm of extremism that once claimed his father’s life. Meanwhile, Vasuki, broken yet determined, reveals a shocking untold truth that changes everything he believed about himself and his past. Her revelation turns Prabha’s world upside down, forcing him to confront his own demons and the harsh reality of a nation trapped between love and hate.

Through its poetic storytelling and powerful symbolism, Neeru Pootha Neruppu captures the essence of Sri Lanka’s complex history — exploring guilt, identity, loss, and the eternal struggle for peace. It is not just a film about war, but a cinematic journey into the heart of humanity, where every tear, every scar, and every silence tells a story.