Acharya

Acharya

Year: 2022

Runtime: 152 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Koratala Siva

Echo Score: 20

Budget: $1.4B

ActionDrama

Acharya, a middle‑aged former Naxalite turned social reformer, leads a determined fight against the state Endowments Department, alleging it has misappropriated and embezzled temple funds and donations. His crusade seeks to expose the corruption and restore the money to its intended religious and charitable purposes.

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Timeline & Setting – Acharya (2022)

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Time period

Location

Dharmasthali, Padaghattam, Siddhavanam forest

Dharmasthali and Padaghattam are temple towns bound by faith in the goddess Gattamma. They sit adjacent to the Siddhavanam forest, a backdrop for the villagers’ resistance against Basava’s tyranny. Padaghattam’s people are known for their Ayurvedic expertise, while Dharmasthali centers on the sacred temple that anchors community life.

🏛️ Temple towns 🌳 Forest setting ⚖️ Struggle for justice

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 19:00

Main Characters – Acharya (2022)

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Siddha (Ram Charan)

A devoted Gurukul disciple and ardent defender of Dharma, Siddha confronts Basava’s cruelty to protect his people. His origins and connection to Acharya are revealed, underscoring his role as a catalyst for the village’s resistance. He dies while trying to halt the mining scheme, leaving a lasting legacy for Acharya to carry forward.

🗡️ Warrior 🕊️ Faithful 💫 Protagonist

Acharya / Govind (Chiranjeevi)

A seasoned naxal leader who raises Siddha and fights to defend the villagers’ land and faith. He plans rescues, battles Basava’s forces, and pledges to continue Siddha’s mission after his death, embodying the movie’s call to uphold Dharma under pressure.

🗡️ Leader 🛡️ Protector 🎯 Strategist

Bose

Acharya’s comrade who supports the rebellion from within. He helps coordinate actions against the mining scheme and the regime that oppresses the village.

🤝 Ally 🗺️ Tactician 🧭 Faithful

Acharya's Disciple

A loyal follower of Acharya who contributes to the movement and stands by the cause of protecting the village and its sacred sites.

🧭 Ally 🛡️ Protector 🕊️ Disciple

Basava

The tyrannical municipal chairman who uses mining to seize village lands. He collaborates with Rathod, manipulating authorities to crush dissent for personal gain.

🛑 Villain 💰 Greed 👊 Oppressor

Rathod

A ruthless mining magnate who partners with Basava to destroy sacred grounds. His henchmen execute orders that threaten the village and its temple.

🤝 Antagonist 🗡️ Enforcer 🏔️ Mining

Shankar

Acharya’s naxal squadron leader and Siddha’s father, who sacrifices himself for the cause. His death becomes a powerful motivator for Acharya to protect Siddha’s legacy.

👨‍👦 Family 🧭 Mentor 🗡️ Sacrifice

Adanna

The elder guardian who raises Siddha in Dharmasthali, safeguarding him and instilling the values of Dharma from infancy.

🛡️ Guardian 🏹 Protector 🕊️ Guiding

Vikram

Rathod’s ally who participates in the scheme to destroy the temple and the village’s way of life, facing consequences when confronted by Siddha and Acharya.

🗡️ Adversary 🧭 Ally 🧨 Conflict

Sivudu

A villager who stands with the community against mining, representing the common people's struggle and resilience.

👥 Villager 🟢 Community

Mandakini

A dancer connected to the Saana Kastam sequence, illustrating the cultural life and festivities of the village.

💃 Dancer 🎶 Cultural

Neelambari

A key female figure within the village’s wider narrative arc, connected to the social fabric of Dharmasthali and Padaghattam.

👩 Key figure 🧭 Connection

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Major Themes – Acharya (2022)

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⚖️ Dharma

The story centers on upholding dharma against exploitation. Acharya and Siddha embody a code that drives their resistance to Basava and Rathod’s mining schemes. Sacred spaces and village life become battlegrounds where faith and justice confront greed.

🛡️ Loyalty

Loyalty threads through the bonds between Acharya, Siddha, and their comrades. Siddha’s dedication to his mentor’s vision motivates brave acts, even at personal risk, and inspires others to defend the community and Siddha’s legacy.

🔥 Resistance

Oppression by Basava and Rathod triggers a determined resistance from the villagers and the naxal squad. They fight to safeguard land, sacred sites, and dignity, culminating in actions that disrupt the mining plot and confront the antagonists.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 19:00

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