Royal

Royal

The film opens with Krishna (Viraat), a charming yet cunning con artist, being escorted by police after a high-profile arrest. Through a series of flashbacks, the narrative reveals Krishna’s life as a street-smart swindler who thrives on trickery and quick money. His escapades include duping a group of girls led by Sanjana (Sanjana Anand) during a trip to Goa, where he poses as a male entertainer, steals their phones, and demands ransom. Initially furious, Sanjana gradually discovers Krishna’s softer side, learning about his troubled childhood and his dream of living a “royal life.” Krishna’s world turns upside down when he learns that he is the estranged son of Sudarshan (Achyuth Kumar), a wealthy food-products tycoon who has been in a coma following a freak accident. Raised by his mother (Chaya Singh), who once opposed unethical practices in the family business, Krishna inherits not just a fortune but a crumbling empire on the brink of bankruptcy. The revelation forces him to abandon his conman instincts and shoulder the responsibility of saving the company, honoring his mother’s ideals. As Krishna steps into the corporate world, he faces a formidable adversary in Raghu Mukherjee, a ruthless rival businessman determined to seize control of the food empire. What follows is a gripping battle of wits, where Krishna uses his street-smart skills to outmaneuver boardroom conspiracies, legal traps, and sabotage attempts.

Director

Dinakar Thoogudeepa

Release

24 Jan 2025

Language

Kannada