Devi Putrudu

Devi Putrudu

Year: 2001

Runtime: 162 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Kodi Ramakrishna

AdventureFantasy

An archaeologist extracts a box from the sea which contains mystical powers. However, evil people are in pursuit of the box and create trouble for the former.

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Timeline & Setting – Devi Putrudu (2001)

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Time period

Present day with ancient past

The film alternates between contemporary Mumbai and flashbacks to a mythic Dwaraka era. A Mahalaya Amavasya cycle triggers supernatural events tied to the relic’s power. The narrative blends modern urban life with a long-sleeping history that resurfaces as destiny unfolds.

Location

Mumbai, Dwaraka

The story moves between the bustling modern city of Mumbai and the mythic coast of Dwaraka. The Dwaraka excavation and its nearby caves anchor the mystery, tying present-day schemes to a centuries-old legend. Scenes shift from crowded streets to the shore and ancient ruins where a legendary relic lies buried.

🏙️ Urban hub 🗺️ Ancient coastal city 🏖️ Archaeological site

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Main Characters – Devi Putrudu (2001)

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Baburao (Venkatesh)

A street-smart petty thief who survives on pranks and quick getaways. His routine changes when he’s drawn into the Dwaraka mystery, eventually confessing his growing feelings for Satyavati and vowing to stand against the mercenaries to protect Karuna and the relic’s balance.

🧠 Clever 🎭 Charming 🤝 Loyal

Satyavati (Anjala Zaveri)

A foreign-returned visitor who travels with her sister Karuna and brings a personal stake to the search. She navigates danger with determination and becomes a catalyst that pulls Baburao into the quest while keeping hope for her sister alive.

🧭 Determined 🗺️ Protective ✨ Worldly

Karuna (Soundarya)

An archaeologist’s wife who loves Balaram and disappears during the expedition. She becomes a central figure whose fate drives the dual timeline, embodying devotion and resilience in the face of captivity.

🔬 Intelligent 🧭 Dedicated 🧡 Caring

Balaram (Venkatesh)

An atheist archaeologist who trusts science over faith but falls in love with Karuna. He bravely retrieves the ancient box marked with a Trisulam and sacrifices himself in the fight to protect the relic and his loved one.

🔬 Rational 🧭 Curious 💔 Loving

Har Gopal (Suresh)

A trusted ally who betrays Balaram to the mercenaries, triggering the climax. His deception shows how loyalty can be fractured by power and fear, forcing others to improvise under extreme danger.

💔 Treacherous 🧠 Calculating 🤝 Shifting loyalties

Peddagaddala Peraiah (M. S. Narayana)

Satyavati’s uncle who accompanies the group. He provides a mix of wisdom and street-smarts that helps steer the mission amid danger and uncertainty.

🧭 Wise 🪶 Subtle 🤝 Loyal

Paapa

A mystical young girl with glowing powers who speaks in riddles. Her visions guide Baburao toward love and truth, while hinting at a fate that transcends time.

✨ Mystical 🧭 Guiding 🕊️ Fateful

Goddess (Prema)

A powerful divine presence that emerges from the relic to restore balance by wiping out the mercenaries. Her appearance marks the climax of the mythic cycle.

⚡ Divine 🌀 Powerful 🧿 Protective

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Major Themes – Devi Putrudu (2001)

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🔮 Destiny

Fate threads together Baburao, Satyavati, Karuna, Paapa, and the relic, hinting that personal choices are guided by a long-hidden script. The characters repeatedly confront prophecies and signs that pull them toward a shared outcome. The ancient power and present danger reveal how small acts can ripple into larger consequences.

🧭 Myth vs Science

Balaram embodies rationalism and doubt, challenging the belief in ancient powers. The emergence of a goddess and mystical events test his worldview and force a reevaluation of what science can explain. The conflict drives tension between evidence and enchantment, shaping the heroes' decisions.

💔 Betrayal and Loyalty

Har Gopal’s betrayal fractures trust and accelerates the quest to recover the box. Present-day Baburao must navigate shifting loyalties while staying loyal to those he cares about. Loyalties are tested by danger, deception, and the pursuit of a dangerous relic.

✨ Love Across Time

Romantic feelings thread through the modern romance between Baburao and Satyavati, and the ancient bond between Karuna and Balaram. The birthmark connecting the present to Paapa subtly links love, fate, and legacy. The story implies that love survives beyond eras, guiding characters toward courage and sacrifice.

Last Updated: October 03, 2025 at 14:13

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