Gaddalakonda Ganesh

Gaddalakonda Ganesh

Year: 2019

Runtime: 173 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Harish Shankar

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A young filmmaker, Abhi, sets out to create a feature film centered around a compelling antagonist. He discovers Gaddalakonda Ganesh, a ruthless and intriguing figure, who becomes his inspiration. The story follows Abhi's journey and the challenges he faces while striving to realize his debut film project, focusing on this unconventional lead character.

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1

Abhi vows to become a better director after insult

An assistant director named Abhi is insulted by a senior director in a film studio. He vows to prove himself by making a good film in a few days. This moment sets Abhi on a determined path toward directing.

Film studio
2

Biopic idea proposed: Abhi should make a gangster film

A producer admires Abhi's hard work and suggests he direct a gangster film. Abhi decides to pursue a biopic of a real gangster. The plan to search for material and a suitable subject begins.

Producer's office
3

Abhi travels to Gaddalakonda to study a gangster

With the help of his friend Chintakayyy, Abhi travels to the town of Gaddalakonda to learn about the feared gangster Gani. He gathers information from locals and visits places tied to Gani's life. This mission marks the beginning of the film's central quest.

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4

Bujjama becomes entangled with Abhi

During his investigation, Abhi traps Bujjama, the granddaughter of Gani's chef, and she becomes entangled in his plans. Bujjama falls in love with Abhi, and he begins to reciprocate her feelings. The romance adds complexity to Abhi's documentary-style pursuit.

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5

Thuppaki and Thuppaki's betrayal

Abhi and Chintakayyi befriend Thuppaki, one of Gani's henchmen. They soon learn Thuppaki is assisting Prabhakar, a rival, to kill Gani. Realizing the danger, Gani moves to eliminate Thuppaki and ends up kidnapping Abhi and Chintakayyi.

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6

Abhi reveals truth; Gani's backstory told

Abhi tells Gani the truth about his project, and Gani feels curious and amused by the idea of a biopic. In response, Gani begins narrating his life story, including his criminal acts. The exchange blurs the line between fiction and reality as the populace watches.

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7

Gani's early life and rise as a fixer

Gani's past is revealed: he starts by beating people for money and becomes a fixer for an MLA. His ruthlessness and ambition drive him up the town's underworld ladder. This history explains why he inspires both fear and fascination.

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8

Gani and Devi fall in love; caste obstacles

Gani falls for Devi, a computer student who shares a name with the actress Sridevi. Devi initially resists him due to his aimlessness but later reciprocates after he rescues her from ragging. Their romance faces social obstacles and family opposition.

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9

Looming family opposition and the railway beatings

Devi's father refuses the relationship due to caste, threatening to arrange a marriage to a police officer instead. An MLA allied with Devi's father informs the police about Gani's whereabouts. At the railway station, police confront Gani and beat him, escalating the crisis.

Railway station
10

Gani confronts the MLA and destroys the rival's power

Gani goes to the MLA and slits his throat in front of his mother, signaling a brutal shift in power. Devi's father-provided lawyer helps the police file an FIR against Gani, but Gani later claims that his mother is mute to protect him. From that day, Devi's mother stops speaking to him.

MLA's location and home
11

Back to production: Seetimaar shoots begin

Back in present events, Bujjama confronts Abhi about the biopic and their relationship. The Seetimaar project begins to take shape as Abhi hires an acting coach, Muni Manikyam, to train Gani and his gang. The coach pushes and humiliates them, praising Gani's acting skills during training.

Set/Studio
12

Film released; Abhi elopes with Bujjama; Gani's change of heart

Seetimaar is released to a tremendous response. Abhi elopes with Bujjama, prompting Gani to consider killing him but ultimately spares him. Gani's growing fame brings him admiration; his mother even starts speaking to him again, and he resolves to give up his rowdy career.

Hyderabad / town

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 13:06

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