Bobbili Puli

Bobbili Puli

Year: 1982

Runtime: 150 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Dasari Narayana Rao

DramaAction

The story of a war-hero who returns to his place only to find the society in a mess and tries to repair it in his own way and ends up getting hanged.

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1

Wedding on hold as Army declares emergency

Just before the wedding, the Army declares an emergency, forcing Major Chakradhar to pause his personal plans. He leaves the family behind and rushes to the battlefield. The sudden shift from ceremony to duty sets the tone for his future choices.

Just before the wedding Home
2

Acharya Shankaraiah sows chaos

A devout-seeking traitor, Acharya Shankaraiah fans chaos by manipulating several officials and social institutions. He fuels instability to advance his own aims. Chakradhar fights on the front, while a shadow of treachery spreads at home.

During the emergency City
3

Annapurna confronts Shankaraiah at his Ashram and is murdered

Annapurna visits Shankaraiah's Ashram and suddenly recognizes him as her abductor husband who has been posing as a holy man. In a moment of fear and revelation, Shankaraiah murders her. The incident reveals the depth of the villainy Chakradhar is unaware of while on the battlefield.

During Shankaraiah's rise Ashram
4

Chakradhar earns Maha Vir Chakra

Back on the battlefield, Chakradhar displays leadership and resilience, guiding troops to hold the line. His courage culminates in a decisive victory. For his valor, he is decorated with the Maha Vir Chakra.

During the battle Battlefield
5

Return home, discovers Jayanti's love for Murali

After returning from war, Chakradhar learns that his sister Jayanti is in love with Murali and wishes to see them united. He supports their relationship despite personal misgivings. The domestic drama now sits alongside his ongoing battle with justice and traitors.

Post-war return Home
6

Kondala Rao pressures Chakradhar over Jyothi

Kondala Rao pressures Chakradhar to arrange Jyothi's future, forcing him to sacrifice his own happiness. This family demand binds him to protect Jyothi at the cost of his love. The decision deepens his inner conflict as he balances duty and affection.

After return Home
7

Rajanala and Bheema Raju cause tragedies

Chakradhar witnesses a treacherous scheme: industrialist Rajanala manipulates grain storage and burns an empty warehouse to hide the theft. A drunk driver, Bheema Raju, crashes into innocents, adding to the carnage. The series of crimes pushes Chakradhar into a deeper fight against lawlessness.

Following Jyothi episode Industrial district
8

Chakradhar exposes judiciary manipulation

He confronts a judicial mockery, exposing how Shankaraiah helps counterfeit the judiciary and acquit offenders. He tries to pursue justice through legal channels, only to find the system compromised. The line between law and lawlessness blurs as he battles institutional wrongs.

Post-tragedies Court / Police
9

Chakradhar revolts and becomes Bobbili Puli

Frustration boils over and Chakradhar revolts, becoming the rebel Bobbili Puli. He begins striking at the barbarities of those who corrupt power. The authorities designate him a target and send orders to capture him.

After the revolt begins City streets
10

Gopinath appointed to capture him

To quell the rebellion, the government appoints officer Gopinath to lay hold of him. Gopinath offers Chakradhar a surrender with assurances of justice, which he refuses. The pursuit escalates into a cat-and-mouse confrontation.

Pursuit City
11

Prasad assassinates Jyothi and Chakradhar retaliates

During the pursuit, Prasad molests Jayanti and later kills Murali, shattering Chakradhar's family. In retaliation, Chakradhar kills Prasad, fed up with the cycle of violence. The personal vendetta further fuels the rebel's defiance.

During pursuit City
12

Bhanoji Rao reveals Shankaraiah's true crimes

Bhanoji Rao reveals Shankaraiah as the true mastermind behind his mother's death and Chakradhar's sorrows. Chakradhar eliminates Bhanoji Rao and continues toward the truth. He then surrenders to the police to face the consequences.

Climax Court / Hideout
13

Final court verdict: death penalty

Chakradhar tears through the present constitution and order as he stands in court. The judiciary ultimately declares him guilty and sentences him to death, ending the story on a grim note. The film closes on questions about justice, sacrifice, and duty.

Final resolution Court

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