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Karthik, a software engineer from Hyderabad, harbours resentment towards his father, Burayya, due to their strained relationship and financial struggles. Burayya, who is often ill and dependent on handouts, is blamed by Karthik for preventing him from securing a college seat in the past. This situation led Karthik to leave his hometown, and over time, he became estranged from his childhood friends, Subbu and Hari, despite their continued affection for him. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Karthik returns to his village to work remotely, where he begins reconnecting with his friends, though his relationship with Burayya remains distant. While in the village, Karthik falls in love with Pallavi, a college student and the daughter of Durga, a local politician. Pallavi, who belongs to a different caste, initially rejects Subbu's long-time one-sided affection and starts a relationship with Karthik, to which Subbu finally agrees. However, fearing her father's disapproval due to caste differences, Pallavi accepts an arranged marriage proposal and urges Karthik to remain friends, asking him to respect her decision. Karthik is confused by her behaviour, especially when she invites him to help with her wedding preparations. Subbu and Hari, determined to help Karthik and Pallavi, decide to kill Durga to eliminate the caste obstacle. Their multiple attempts fail comically, and Pallavi soon learns of their plan.

Director

Anji K. Maniputhra

Release

16 Aug 2024

Run time

139 min

Language

Telugu