Case of Kondana

Case of Kondana

Year: 2024

Runtime: 143 mins

Language: Kannada

Director: Devi Prasad Shetty

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Set in a fictional Bangalore outpost, the story follows Kondana, an intense ASI, as he confronts a local gangster while navigating challenges in his relationship with Sahana. Simultaneously, ACP Lakshmi pursues a dangerous criminal, and Raju desperately tries to care for his sick son. Their lives unexpectedly converge when a central case in Kondana exposes a web of mystery and interconnectedness, revealing the hidden links between them all.

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1

Wilson joins the force under a debt

Wilson, newly recruited and bribed into the police, struggles to align his ambition with integrity. He still owes a portion of the bribe to his contact, a weight that shadows every choice he makes. The tension between duty and the debt drives his early decisions at Kondana station.

early days Kondana police station
2

Lakshmi leads gruesome serial killings inquiry

ACP Lakshmi leads a grim investigation into a series of brutal murders that stun the nation. The brutality hits close to home, especially a case that orphaned a young girl, adding personal pressure to the case. The investigation tightens with each brutal clue.

present day Kondana police station
3

Raju battles to save his sick son

Raju, a North Indian street vendor in Kondana, fights to keep his family afloat as his son's illness drains the limited resources. The medical bill of Rs. 500,000 looms threateningly over their small stall. He borrows whatever he can, hoping for relief before it's too late.

night Kondana market
4

Selvan is killed during a raid

The police identify the killer as the feared gangster Selvan. During a raid, Selvan appears ready to surrender, but Lakshmi shoots him dead, triggering a dangerous new wave of consequences. The killing escalates the citywide tension and stirs a vengeful response.

raid night during a raid on Selvan's hideout
5

Selvan's brother vows revenge

Selvan's brother swears vengeance, vowing to wipe out those who killed his sibling. The threat of retaliation casts a dark shadow over the investigation. The cycle of violence begins to ripple through Kondana.

aftermath Kondana outskirts
6

Raju notices bribe money at the stall

One night, Wilson is involved in a minor accident near Raju's stall and sits nearby wounded, an enormous bribe sum in his possession. Raju notices the cash and decides to seize it to save his son. Wilson confronts him; a brutal struggle ends with Wilson inadvertently killing Raju.

one night Raju's stall, Kondana market
7

Police miss the killer at first

A patrol car passes by, and Tyagaraj and his partner investigate but don't recognize Wilson at first due to his cover. They depart, but Tyagaraj senses something off and returns to unravel the scene. Wilson flees, realizing loose ends must be disposed of.

late night remote field vicinity
8

Subhash tracks Wilson after the murder

Subhash spots Wilson in the field, notices blood, and recalls seeing him with a large petrol tank. He tailors his investigation, following Wilson as suspicion grows. The net tightens around Wilson as he tries to cover his tracks.

shortly after the killing remote field near Kondana
9

Confrontation at the field ends in a fire

Wilson reaches a remote field, intending to burn Raju's body. Subhash intervenes and Wilson confesses his guilt. Tyagaraj and his partner confront them, leading to a struggle that topples a petrol tank and ignites a blaze. Subhash, Tyagaraj, and the partner are killed in the fire while Wilson escapes.

night showdown remote field
10

Raju's family loses him; Lakshmi vows justice

Back at the hospital, Raju's wife arrives with their son, only to learn that Raju has died from his illness after the delay. Lakshmi, enraged by the murders and the cover-up, vows to hunt the killer in the same spot—no matter how hidden he is. The investigation gears up with renewed determination.

soon after hospital
11

Wilson sabotages the investigation

The police quickly learn of the officers' deaths and Raju's murder. Lakshmi pushes for justice while Wilson tries to erase CCTV footage, destroy evidence, and tamper with the autopsy report to prevent identification. The concealment gives him a false sense of security as the net tightens.

days after police headquarters / field operations
12

Forensic and phone clues point to Wilson

A deeper dive into Raju's wife's account and the autopsy discrepancies leads Lakshmi to question the official narrative. A careful review of Wilson's phone history confirms his presence at the field. The pieces come together, and guilt weighs heavily on him.

later police lab / field
13

Wilson decides to surrender

Overwhelmed by guilt and the risk to others, Wilson decides to surrender. He understands that his life and the lives of his family, and Lakshmi's, hang in the balance. The decision marks a turning point as he heads toward accountability.

subsequent days Kondana police station
14

Final assault interrupts surrender

Lakshmi orders Wilson to be brought to the field for justice, but Selvan's brother and his gang launch a fierce attack in that same spot. A brutal battle ensues, Lakshmi is wounded, and Wilson summons a last surge of resolve to fight back. He kills the remaining attackers and saves Lakshmi from a deadly fate.

during surrender attempt field of the earlier killings
15

Wilson is jailed; consequences linger

The climax closes with Wilson being taken away to jail, his hands tied by the consequences of his actions. The city and those close to him carry the weight of the lives affected by the choices he made. The film ends as a meditation on duty, guilt, and the ripple effects of one man’s decisions.

after the field battle police custody

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 12:51

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