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.

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Timeline – Dongaata (1997)

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1

Subbalakshmi's village life and arranged relation with Prakash Rao

Subbalakshmi is a naive village girl who is kept close by her family. Her father arranges a match between Subbalakshmi and her cousin Prakash Rao, tying their fates together. The setup establishes Prakash Rao as the intended partner at the outset of the story.

Beginning Village
2

Prakash Rao leaves for the city for studies

Prakash Rao moves to the city to pursue higher studies, leaving Subbalakshmi behind. The distance sows uncertainty and longing in Subbalakshmi. She waits for his return, hopeful yet anxious about what the future holds.

Early Village
3

Subbalakshmi travels to the town; Raju on the train and the necklace hidden

To avoid questions from her father, Subbalakshmi lies about a tour and heads to the town. On the train, a thief named Raju ingratiates himself with her and secretly hides a stolen diamond necklace in Subbalakshmi's bag, intending to slip past the police. The encounter sets off a pursuit involving the necklace and new danger.

Train journey Train
4

ACP Vikram shadows Raju; Raju protects Subbalakshmi and seeks Prakash Rao

ACP Vikram shadows Raju to recover the necklace, while Raju follows Subbalakshmi to help locate Prakash Rao. During this period, Raju's initial affection for Subbalakshmi remains unspoken as he stays by her side. Subbalakshmi proceeds through a widening web of danger as she searches for her cousin.

Midway City
5

Subbalakshmi learns Prakash Rao's true nature and his attachment to Lavanya

Subbalakshmi discovers Prakash Rao's diabolic nature through his closeness with Lavanya and his manipulation to sway wealth. She learns he is a swindler who exploits her for status and money. The revelation deepens her resolve to uncover the truth.

Mid City
6

Prakash Rao manipulates her and sends her back; Raju accompanies

Prakash Rao schemes to push Subbalakshmi away, deceiving her into returning home. Raju remains by her side, continuing to accompany her as a protector and confidant. The couple's fragile alliance faces intensified risk as the plot thickens.

Mid-late On the road
7

In Jaipur, Raju helps Subbalakshmi become a modern girl and the necklace surfaces

Upon reaching Jaipur, Raju reshapes Subbalakshmi into a modern, confident woman. The necklace resurfaces, and Subbalakshmi realizes she is still in possession of it, hidden to convince Raju to help. This marks a turning point in their relationship and the plot.

Jaipur arc Jaipur
8

Lavanya and Prakash Rao become wary of Subbalakshmi and Raju

The trio befriends Lavanya, which unsettles Prakash Rao and alarms him further. Raju forms a closer bond with Lavanya, complicating the power dynamic and foiling Prakash Rao's schemes. Subbalakshmi's loyalties begin to blur as trust is tested.

Mid-Jaipur Jaipur
9

Prakash Rao's threat escalates; ACP Vikram saves Subbalakshmi and the secret is handed to Vikram

Prakash Rao tries to kill Subbalakshmi again, but ACP Vikram intervenes and saves her. Subbalakshmi hands the necklace to Vikram and admits she loves Raju, though she hesitates to voice it openly. The rescue shifts the balance of power and reveals true motives.

Climax Jaipur
10

Lavanya kills Prakash Rao, exposing his true face; Subbalakshmi returns to her village

Lavanya ends Prakash Rao's schemes by killing him, exposing his deceitful nature. Subbalakshmi chooses to return to her village, discarding the man she once believed in. The immediate danger dissipates as the plot moves toward resolution.

Climax Jaipur
11

Raju learns Subbalakshmi's love and rushes to the railway station to confess

Following Vikram's guidance, Raju realizes Subbalakshmi loves him and races to the railway station to declare his own feelings. The urgency of the moment builds toward the final reunion. Their mutual affection becomes clear in the emotional sprint.

Ending Railway Station
12

Final union of Raju and Subbalakshmi

At last, the film ends with the lovers affirming their bond and choosing to be together. Despite every obstacle, Subbalakshmi and Raju unite in happiness. The resolution ties up the emotional arc with a hopeful conclusion.

Ending Railway Station

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