The Alummoottil Nalukettu’s Meda (attic) was known for its hidden treasures and family relics. Among these was a mirror said to have been brought from Mysore by a chieftain during a royal visit. The mirror, framed in intricately carved wood, was more than just a household item—it was rumored to hold secrets of the past.
One evening, Keshavan Channar, an ambitious young member of the family, decided to explore the Meda. As he dusted off the mirror, he felt a chill. His reflection appeared distorted—his eyes seemed older, filled with sorrow.
That night, Keshavan dreamed of a man bound in chains, pleading for help. The next day, while staring into the mirror, he heard a whisper:
“Free me… or suffer.”
Terrified, Keshavan shared his experience with the family. The elders revealed that the mirror was cursed. It had belonged to a courtier falsely accused of treason and executed in Mysore. His spirit had latched onto the mirror, seeking justice.
Despite warnings, Keshavan ignored the whispers, hoping to uncover the mirror’s secrets. Within days, he fell ill, his face growing pale, mirroring the sorrow he had seen.
The family sought the help of a wandering tantric. After a ritual lasting seven nights, the tantric declared, “The spirit will not rest until its story is told. Bury the mirror beneath the banyan tree and offer prayers.”
The mirror was buried, and the hauntings ceased. Even now, visitors to the Nalukettu claim to hear faint whispers near the banyan tree when the wind blows.
