Guru

Guru

Year: 2016

Runtime: More mins

Language: Marathi

Director: Sanjay Jadhav

DramaAction

A charismatic conman finds himself embroiled in a scandal after witnessing a murder. Seeking to escape the repercussions, he returns to his village, only to discover it’s facing forced eviction for a large development project. As he investigates the murder, he uncovers a wider conspiracy linked to the threat against his village and its people, forcing him to confront his past and fight for his community’s future.

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Timeline – Guru (2016)

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1

Aadi's rise and clash with boxing politics

Aditya, also known as Aadi, is a talented boxer who becomes fed up with dirty politics in the boxing association. He shifts to coaching the women’s team and quickly clashes with the association head, Dev Khatri, setting up a personal and professional feud.

2

Falsely charged and relocated to Vizag

Because of his rift with Dev Khatri, Aadi is falsely charged with sexual harassment and transferred to Vizag. He confronts a harsh environment with limited resources but remains determined to coach and reform the team from afar.

Vizag
3

Ramulu spotted by the coaching duo

While scouting a local tournament, Aadi and his assistant coach Punch Ponds spot Ramulu, a roadside vegetable seller, displaying surprising boxing talent. They recognize her power and potential and decide to bring her into their training program. The discovery marks the start of a new and controversial coaching relationship.

Roadside market / tournament venue
4

First training clash: methods collide

Their first sessions reveal a clash of methods: Aadi's ruthless, high-intensity training clashes with Ramulu's aggressive, self-reliant style. They struggle to establish trust as they test boundaries in the gym. The conflict foreshadows the tough road ahead.

Training camp
5

Ramulu loses locally on purpose

To test discipline, Ramulu intentionally loses a local match. Aadi reads through the ruse and decides to push harder, insisting on accountability and real progress. The incident deepens the tension between coach and trainee.

Local match venue
6

Hostel plan and sacrifice

Aadi asks Ramulu and Lakshmi’s parents to stay with him in a hostel so the daughters can train full time. Ramulu misinterprets his motives at first, but she later learns that he sold his bike to buy new training equipment. Her respect for him begins to grow as she understands his sacrifice.

Hostel / training facility
7

Training intensifies and feelings emerge

Ramulu commits to training with renewed intensity and starts developing feelings for Aadi. He remains emotionally cautious and rejects her confession, maintaining professional boundaries. The resulting strain is softened only by her dedication to the sport.

Training camp
8

Warm-up setback and expulsion

During warm-up before a qualifying match, Lakshmi injures Ramulu’s hand, derailing her chances and fueling Aadi's belief that she lost on purpose again. He reacts by pulling her out of the training camp, blaming the failure on her attitude. The shift marks a low point in their relationship.

Warm-up area / training camp
9

Delhi call and a brutal knockout

Dev Khatri seizes the moment and sends Ramulu to Delhi for a cultural exchange tournament, where she is matched against a heavyweight Russian boxer who knocks her out in seconds. The defeat dents her confidence and fuels doubt about the path ahead. Yet she keeps training with a stubborn resolve.

Delhi
10

Indecent proposal and arrest

Dev Khatri escalates his cruelty by offering an indecent proposal, which Ramulu rejects. In retaliation, he has her arrested on false theft charges. Aadi springs into action to save her from this political trap.

Delhi / police
11

Rescue and wild-card pursuit

Aadi bails Ramulu out and takes her to Delhi to pursue a wild-card entry into the World Boxing Championship. They rebuild their teamwork through late-night sessions and focused drills. The alliance begins to feel like a second chance for both.

Delhi / World Boxing Championship circuit
12

Semifinal breakthrough

Ramulu works relentlessly and advances to the semifinal of the World Boxing Championship. She earns respect with each hard-won round and defies doubts about her capabilities. The momentum signals a possible finals run.

World Boxing Championship stadium
13

Finals threat and resignation demand

On finals day, Dev Khatri ousts Ramulu's name from the final lineup and dares Aadi to resign if he wants to see her there. She fights with renewed grit despite the setback, holding her own against strong competition. The situation creates a tense, emotional backdrop for the closing rounds.

Finals arena
14

Finals battle and strategic rescue

Ramulu starts the final with a tough start, trailing and hurting from earlier injuries. Aadi arrives at the stadium and urges her to exploit her opponent's weak arms to slow him down. His guidance injects a new strategy into her fight.

Finals arena
15

Victory and emotional reunion

Following the risky plan, Ramulu finds a late surge and knocks out the Russian opponent with seconds to go in the final. Dev Khatri tries to steal credit for training her, but Ramulu punches him away and runs toward Aadi for an emotional reunion. The coach and student seal their bond with a hard-won victory.

Finals arena

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