Palayan is a gripping tale of fate, guilt, and redemption set against a rural backdrop. It follows a young boy on the run after committing a crime, unknowingly crossing paths with an old sage carrying his own burden of the past. As their destinies intertwine, the film explores themes of escape, consequences, and transformation. A lost ring, a chance encounter, and an unspoken understanding culminate in a profound shift—where a fugitive sheds his identity to embrace the life of an ascetic. Through poetic imagery and layered symbolism, Palayan unravels a haunting yet meditative exploration of morality and destiny.