Beyond the crime, the complicated relationships Shankar has with his wife Sumathi, his mistress Chandrika, and corrupt police officials drive the plot.
The show follows Shankar's descent from a simple auto-driver into a ruthless crime lord who controlled illicit liquor, gambling, and prostitution. His influence grew through dangerous political and police connections, specifically with the corrupt officer Kathiravan. As his power peaked, so did his brutality, eventually leading to his conviction and execution.
The series consists of several episodes, each approximately 30-40 minutes long. The plot follows Auto Shankar's rise to power, his involvement in various crimes, and his subsequent downfall. The show features a talented cast, including Vijay Antony, Anjali, and Karthik.
Critics from The News Minute noted that the script sometimes glides toward "whitewashing" or glorifying Shankar's crimes, rather than providing a strictly neutral perspective.
Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, and Bengali It consists of 10 episodes , each roughly 30 minutes long. Synopsis & Cast