Dictator

Dictator

Year: 2016

Runtime: 156 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Sriwass

DramaAction

Chandu leads a quiet life with his in-laws in Hyderabad until he encounters an aspiring actress and assists her during a difficult time. This seemingly simple act plunges him into a series of escalating problems, ultimately leading to him taking the blame for a crime. While incarcerated, he uncovers surprising truths about his past and discovers he's been living in hiding, a fugitive from a world where his very name inspires fear. The film explores the reasons behind his concealed existence and the secrets that have shaped his life.

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1

Opening in Hyderabad: Chandu and Indu

The film opens in Hyderabad where Chandu, an employee of the Dharma Group, lives with Kathyayini's family. Indu, an aspiring actor, approaches him as she is in a quandary because gangsters are hunting her brother. Chandu agrees to help, setting in motion a volatile sequence of events.

Hyderabad
2

Gangsters abduct Indu; Chandu intervenes

The gangsters abduct Indu, and Chandu locks horns with them to save her. In the process, he earns indirect enmity with Minister Govardhan Rao and a corrupt cop, Prabhakar, though he manages to stop their menace. The confrontation marks his entry into a larger conflict.

Hyderabad
3

Babji's heist and Chandu's incrimination

Parallelly, Babji, Chandu's co-worker, steals company funds to fund his daughter's wedding. Chandu incriminates himself in the affair, drawing attention to his integrity and loyalty to the Dharma Group. This incident heightens scrutiny from higher powers surrounding the company.

Dharma Group offices
4

Lakshmi Narayana seeks the truth

Lakshmi Narayana, Chandu's father-in-law, pushes for the truth behind the allegations, bringing the matter to Rajasekhar Dharma, the Dharma Group chief. The inquiry sets the stage for a dramatic disclosure about Chandu's connections and the real stakes involved. Tension mounts as motives come under scrutiny.

Dharma Group offices
5

Revelation: Chandu is Chandrashekar Dharma

The mystery is resolved when it is revealed that Chandu is actually Chandrashekar Dharma, also known as The Dictator, the chairman of the Dharma group. This revelation redefines his past actions and cements his power as a mafia-fighting tycoon. The breadth of his influence becomes clear.

6

Chandrashekar and Kathyayini wed

Chandrashekar builds a relationship with Kathyayini, an employee in his company, and they marry. Lakshmi Narayana, wary of elite power, introduces him as a colleague, and the couple's bond is solidified by their union. The marriage marks a new chapter in his life.

7

Conflict with Mahima Roy begins

Chandrashekar battles the tyrant Mahima Roy, who is connected to the killing of his father figure Hari Prasad by her malicious son-in-law Vishwambhar. The feud escalates as Mahima's ruthless schemes threaten his family. The clash sets the stage for further betrayals and danger.

Delhi
8

Mahima's kidnapping of the family

Mahima abducts Chandrashekar's family and demands that he fall at her feet. She receives calls from relatives worldwide claiming that Chandrashekar has taken them into custody, revealing the extent of his network and the pressure she faces. The threat deepens the peril surrounding his loved ones.

Delhi
9

Vishwambhar killed; Kathyayini stabbed

Chandrashekar eliminates Vishwambhar, but Mahima strikes back by stabbing Kathyayini during the confrontation. The attack devastates him and compounds his resolve to protect his family at any cost. The personal loss intensifies the conflict with Mahima.

Delhi
10

Chandrashekar leaves Delhi

Following Kathyayini's plea, Chandrashekar quits Delhi and adopts a new identity to safeguard his loved ones. He goes underground, continuing to influence events from the shadows. This withdrawal marks a tactical shift in his ongoing battle against his enemies.

Delhi
11

Betrayal and Vishwambhar's return

Chandrashekar learns of Vishwambhar's existence through betrayals by his own men. His sly uncle Sivaram backstabs him and alerts Vishwambhar to Chandrashekar's presence. The sense of betrayal fuels the next confrontation.

12

Vishwambhar's arrival and Sivaram's flip

Vishwambhar arrives to pay tribute for Hari Prasad, prompting a tense standoff. Sivaram suddenly changes sides, accusing Chandrashekar of orchestrating a trap, which escalates the impending clash between old allies and new enemies. The stage is set for a final confrontation.

13

Final battle and Mahima's exile order

In the climactic clash, Chandrashekar defeats Vishwambhar and asserts control over his enemies. He orders Mahima to leave the country, ensuring the safety of his family and signaling the end of her immediate threat. The tyrant's hold on the situation is broken.

14

Ending: Chandrashekar's legacy continues

The film closes with Chandrashekar Dharma continuing his legacy as a powerful magnate who fights for justice and stability against crime. His dual role as corporate titan and vigilante solidifies his place in the larger battle against the mafia. The saga ends with him still at the helm of the Dharma empire.

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