Idiot

Idiot

Year: 2002

Runtime: 134 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Puri Jagannadh

ComedyRomanceAction

After being savaged by thugs, young Chanti is pulled to safety by the compassionate Suchitra. Grateful and smitten, he launches a series of earnest attempts to win her affection, but Suchitra remains indifferent, leaving Chanti to confront unrequited love in this tender romance.

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Timeline – Idiot (2002)

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1

Chanti is beaten and rescued by Suchi

Chanti, the carefree son of head constable Venkata Sami, is beaten by a rival gang at night and left for dead. He is rescued by the mysterious Suchi, who pays his hospital bills and donates her blood. By the time he regains consciousness, Suchi has vanished, leaving a lasting impression on him.

City hospital
2

Suchi is revealed as the commissioner’s daughter

Chanti learns that the girl who rescued him is Suchi, and it is later revealed that she is the daughter of the city police commissioner Vipra Narayana. The revelation adds complexity to their budding romance as her father's position looms over their relationship. He remains determined to win her despite the complications.

City
3

Chanti meets Suchi in college and declares his love

Chanti meets Suchi in college and openly proclaims his love. She does not accept him and teases him in return, prompting her to report the matter to her father. This confrontation sets up an ongoing family conflict over their relationship.

College
4

Narayana confronts Chanti at the police station

Suchi's father, Narayana, learns of Chanti's advances and drags him to the police station, where he beats him severely. Chanti is rescued by his own father and fellow constables, who intervene and protect him. This brutal confrontation hardens Chanti's resolve to win Suchi.

Police station
5

Chanti renews his pursuit at college

Despite the beating, Chanti remains determined to win Suchi and continues his courtship at college. He renews his proposal, hoping to win her affection despite her father's disapproval. The struggle between their families intensifies as romance grows.

College
6

Suchi tests his resolve with a dare

To test his devotion, Suchi asks Chanti to jump from a building on the campus rooftop. He agrees to take the leap to prove his love, showing his willingness to risk himself for her. The moment ends with her eventual acceptance of his affection.

College rooftop
7

Narayana escalates his schemes

Narayana’s opposition to the romance escalates as he ropes in rowdies to cripple Chanti, attempting to amputate his leg. The scheming demonstrates the depth of his influence and the danger Chanti faces in pursuing Suchi.

City streets
8

Suchi discovers the plot and rushes to help

Suchi discovers Narayana's plot and rushes to help Chanti, but an accident occurs on the way. Both are injured and end up hospitalized, intensifying their bond and the stakes of their relationship.

On the road to the hospital
9

Hospital reunion and continued interference

Chanti and Suchi are admitted to the same hospital, and their bond deepens during recovery. Narayana continues to meddle by arranging Suchi's marriage to another man, adding pressure and danger to their situation.

City hospital
10

Suchi opposes the arranged marriage and a suicide attempt

Narayana arranges Suchi's marriage to another man, which she strongly opposes and, overwhelmed by the situation, tries to commit suicide. Chanti arrives and rescues her, reigniting their resolve to be together despite his father's opposition.

City hospital
11

Chanti seeks help from the DGP; Narayana is suspended

Chanti seeks help from the Director General of Police (DGP) to secure his relationship with Suchi. The DGP suspends Narayana and arranges Chanti's marriage in the police station, attempting to restore order and allow the couple to wed.

DGP's office / Police station
12

Chanti becomes IPS after the civil services exam

Chanti appears for the civil services examination and is selected for the IPS, realizing his dream of joining the police force. The story culminates with him achieving his professional goal while continuing his relationship with Suchi.

Civil Services exam center

Last Updated: October 09, 2025 at 15:18

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