Like most villages in the high ranges, settlers in Marottichal had to grind it out to make a living from farming and create a safe, comfortable living space.
But over the years, the area became a haven for illicit hooch, ‘vaat’ in local parlance, pushing a generation into alcoholism.
Up until a man named C Unnikrishnan arrived in Marottichal, opened a tea shop, and changed its face by introducing chess—which helped combat the social evil.
The journey of Unnikrishnan, fondly known as Unnimama, inspired a film by Mumbai-based director Kabeer Khurana.
The Pawn of Marottichal was screened for villagers last week.
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