Kushi

Kushi

Year: 2023

Runtime: 163 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Shiva Nirvana

Echo Score: 51
ComedyRomanceDrama

Worlds and families collide when the son of a prominent atheist falls head over heels for the daughter of his father’s nemesis, a revered Hindu leader.

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Timeline – Kushi (2023)

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1

Viplav moves to Kashmir for peace

Viplav relocates to Kashmir hoping to enjoy peace and nature. He soon discovers the harsh reality of conflict, with ongoing cross-border tensions and frequent curfews that disrupt his daily life. He shares a room with his colleague Pitobash as he begins to settle in.

Soon after transfer Kashmir
2

Requests transfer back to Hyderabad

Unable to bear the conditions, Viplav urges his superior Zoya to transfer him back to Hyderabad. He hopes to escape the disruptions and rejoin his work and life in a familiar city. The request foreshadows new personal and professional entanglements.

Shortly after arrival Kashmir
3

Meets Aara Begum and falls in love

During his stay, Viplav chances upon Aara Begum and is immediately drawn to her. The attraction grows despite the backdrop of war and separation from home. He senses a connection that will reshape his plans.

Soon after meeting Kashmir
4

Temple visit and saving Feroz

Aara and her friend visit Mamaleshwar Temple to seek healing for her grandmother's knee pain. A false tale that they are from Pakistan is circulated to mislead Viplav, but he helps them reach the temple and ends up rescuing Aara's younger brother Feroz from an attack. This act deepens Viplav's bond with Aara.

During the temple visit Mamaleshwar Temple
5

Love confessed; fathers revealed as rivals

Viplav and Aaradhya confess their love to each other after realizing their feelings. They soon learn that their fathers are bitter rivals, complicating any potential union. The revelation sets up a conflict that must be resolved.

When pursued toward Pakistan Railway station
6

Parents' meeting attempt and horoscope doubts

In Hyderabad, their fathers attempt to meet during a live television debate, hoping to arrange a union. Sathyam is open to the match, but Srinivasa Rao remains skeptical because the horoscopes do not seem to align. The scene underscores the clash between science and tradition.

Before marriage Hyderabad
7

Marriage against parents' wishes

Viplav and Aaradhya marry against their parents' wishes and move into a new apartment. They begin to build a life together and become friends with Zoya and her husband Thomas. The couple gradually adjusts to married life.

After marriage Hyderabad
8

Aaradhya's pregnancy and miscarriage

About a year into their marriage, Aaradhya becomes pregnant, but the couple learns that she has miscarried. The loss strains their relationship and tests their resilience as a couple. They must find a way to cope with grief.

One year after marriage Hyderabad
9

Premature baby tragedy and counsel from friends

During Zoya and Thomas's daughter's birthday, the couple learns that the baby did not survive as a premature child. Zoya explains that Thomas has stood by her during difficult times and urges Viplav and Aaradhya to support each other. The event underscores the fragility of family and the importance of unity.

Around the birthday party Zoya's house
10

Aaradhya returns to Kakinada; homam planned

A few days after the birthday incident, Aaradhya decides to return to her father's home in Kakinada. Viplav tries to meet her but is denied, prompting him to decide to perform the homam that Srinivasa Rao had advised. He reaches out to his father to join him.

Shortly after the birthday incident Kakinada
11

Homam begins; Sathyam joins; temple ceremony

On the day of the homam, Sathyam unexpectedly enters the temple and offers to perform the ritual with Viplav to show his love for Aaradhya. Srinivasa Rao agrees to participate, though the ceremony is interrupted by a heavy rainstorm. The moment marks a turning point in their relationship.

On the day of the homam Temple
12

Reconciliation and blessing from the fathers

As the homam nears completion, Srinivasa Rao declares that they have forgotten their humanity in the debate. He expresses happiness that Viplav truly loves Aaradhya and supports reconciliation. The two families finally set aside their feud and bless the couple.

During the interrupted homam Temple
13

Post-credits: baby Kushi

In the post-credits scene, the couple is shown blessed with a baby daughter named Kushi. The child symbolizes the unity of both families and the hope for their future.

Post-credits scene

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