Dongaata

Dongaata

Year: 1997

Runtime: 138 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Kodi Ramakrishna

Dongaata (English: Blind Game) is a 1997 Telugu drama produced by Dr. K. L. Narayana under the Sri Durga Arts banner, presented by S. Gopal Reddy and directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. The film stars Jagapati Babu, Soundarya, Suresh and Rithu Shivpuri, with a musical score composed by Ramani Bharathwaj. It draws inspiration from the 1995 English‑language film French Kiss.

Hopeful
Happy ending
Moderately emotional
Medium intensity
Steady pacing
Moderate complexity

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Timeline & Setting – Dongaata (1997)

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Location

Subbalakshmi's village, Jaipur

The movie opens in a traditional village setting, grounding Subbalakshmi's innocence. The narrative then moves to towns and a train journey that exposes her to urban dangers and new possibilities. Jaipur serves as a pivotal urban backdrop where key revelations and confrontations unfold.

🏞️ Rural village 🚂 Train journey 🏙️ Jaipur

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Main Characters – Dongaata (1997)

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Raju (Jagapati Babu)

A petty thief who steals a necklace but gradually becomes Subbalakshmi's protector and ally. His initial self-interest gives way to genuine affection, and he takes decisive steps to help her uncover the truth about Prakash Rao. He ultimately confesses his love, choosing loyalty and honesty over opportunity.

🕵️ Thief ❤️ Protector 🤝 Loyal

Subbalakshmi (Soundarya)

A naive, devoted cousin who is swept up in Prakash Rao's schemes. She shows resilience as she navigates manipulation and social pressures, growing into a more assertive and engaged partner for Raju. Her journey blends vulnerability with evolving independence.

💞 Naive 🛡️ Loyal 🌱 Growing

Prakash Rao (Suresh)

A swindler who uses Subbalakshmi's trust to advance his own wealth. He schemes to control people and money, masking his malice with charm. His plan is thwarted by Subbalakshmi's realization and the intervention of law enforcement.

🎭 Manipulator 💸 Wealth-seeker 🧪 Calculating

Lavanya (Ritu Shivpuri)

A wealthy tycoon who becomes entangled in the plot's power dynamics. She forms a friendship with Subbalakshmi and Raju, providing a foil to Prakash Rao's predatory schemes. Her presence adds complexity to the story's themes of money and trust.

💎 Wealth 🤝 Ally 🧭 Worldly

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Major Themes – Dongaata (1997)

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💘 Romance & Trust

A romance develops between Subbalakshmi and Raju, evolving from cautious attraction to genuine affection as he protects her. Trust is tested by Prakash Rao's deceit and Subbalakshmi's uncertainty about loyalty to her cousin. The relationship grows through acts of rescue, confession, and mutual support, culminating in a union built on truth.

🪞 Identity & Transformation

Subbalakshmi evolves from a naïve village girl into a more modern, confident woman under Raju's influence. The transformation challenges traditional expectations and redefines her autonomy. The journey uses travel and new surroundings to highlight her changing self.

🕵️ Deception & Justice

Prakash Rao's manipulation drives the central conflict, exploiting Subbalakshmi's trust for wealth. The necklace becomes a symbolic artifact around which pursuit and revelation hinge, drawing in ACP Vikram and Raju. Lavanya's role adds complexity as appearances and power are scrutinized, leading to a just resolution.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 19:06

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