Eduruleni Manishi

Eduruleni Manishi

Year: 2001

Runtime: 143 mins

Language: Telugu

Directors: J. Srinivasa Rao, J. Sreeniwas Rao

DramaComedy

Surya Murthy enjoys a lavish life in India with his parents, his niece, and his younger look‑alike brother Satya. Though his parents press him to marry, he resists until Satya, eager to wed his own girlfriend, suggests a bride named Vasundhara. As the story unfolds, Vasundhara proves to be the perfect match for Surya, and the two eventually marry.

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1

Surya Murthy—village leader and caregiver

Surya Murthy is the respected head of his village, living with his grandparents and the 6-year-old Rani. The villagers depend on his leadership and care for their welfare. He shares a close, protective bond with his family.

Beginning of story Village
2

Sathya in Hyderabad and his love interest

Sathya, Surya's younger look-alike, studies computer science engineering in Hyderabad. He has a non-Telugu-speaking girlfriend named Sri. He worries about arranging a suitable match for his elder brother.

Parallel to village life Hyderabad
3

Search for a bride for Surya

Satya decides to find a suitable bride for Surya to honor family duties. He plans to approach potential brides and present Surya as a good match. The effort marks a shift from traditional bachelorhood to arranged marriage.

Early Hyderabad / village
4

Satya meets Vasundhara at a temple

Satya encounters Vasundhara at a temple and believes she could be the right match for Surya. He proposes marriage to her on behalf of Surya. Vasundhara is drawn into the arrangement by the promise of a stable alliance.

Early in the plot Temple
5

Vasundhara witnesses Surya's heroism

Vasundhara observes Surya's heroism and goodness when he goes to Hyderabad to meet Satya. She begins to see the potential in marrying him. This impression sets the stage for later decisions.

During initial meetings Hyderabad
6

Truth from Bhavani's flashback

Vasundhara learns from Bhavani's memory that Surya played a villainous role and was involved in Bhavani's husband's death. Bhavani also claims Surya took away her daughter Rani. The revelation stirs her resolve and reshapes her plans.

Before engagement Memory/Flashback
7

Vasundhara resolves to marry Surya to destroy the family

After hearing Bhavani's story, Vasundhara decides to marry Surya to gradually wreck the family from within. She intends to use the marriage as a strategic weapon. The motive shifts from attraction to calculated revenge.

Soon after flashback Village
8

Vasundhara moves into Satya's village to stage rescues

Vasundhara accepts the proposal and moves into Satya's village, initiating situations where she can save Rani from peril. Her staged heroism earns the family's trust. The plan is to embed herself into their lives and tighten control.

Following engagement Satya's village
9

Surya and Vasundhara marry

After persistent requests from family and Rani, Surya marries Vasundhara. The wedding marks a new chapter in the family dynamics and sets the stage for the unfolding drama.

Shortly after engagement Village
10

First night postponed by priestly bribe

Vasundhara delays the couple's first night by 22 days by bribing the priest. The extended wait creates tension and deepens the deception surrounding her intentions. Surya remains unaware of the true motive.

22 days after marriage Temple/priest's house
11

Transfer of money and jewelry to sister's house

Vasundhara transfers money and jewelry to her sister's house with the help of a petty thief. The move aims to keep wealth safe from scrutiny and stroke her plan. The scheme relies on the thief's discretion and loyalty.

Soon after the delay Sister's house
12

The thief is caught by the police

The thief fails to deliver the jewelry and is caught by the police. The incident exposes Vasundhara's scheme and raises the stakes for the family. Tension rises as the truth edges closer to being revealed.

Shortly after theft Police station / village
13

Satya reveals the true backstory to Vasundhara

Satya realizes Vasundhara's real motives and explains Bhavani's flashback to her, clarifying that Bhavani was not the villain. This revelation challenges Vasundhara's assumptions. The moment acts as a catalyst for a shift in their plans.

After theft Vasundhara's location / village
14

Satya pretends to seek a partnership to shield the family

To protect his sister-in-law, Satya behaves oddly and tells Surya that he wants a partnership, claiming he stole the jewelry to fund a software business. The deception creates a rift between the brothers. The clash heightens the drama before a possible reconciliation.

Climax of conflict Surya's house
15

Rift leads to eventual reunion against the villain gang

The brothers split, and the rest of the film follows their efforts to reunite and decimate the villain gang. Their renewed bond strengthens their fight against common enemies. The narrative builds toward a final confrontation and resolution.

After the rift Village

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