Manmadhudu

Abhiram loses both parents by age two and is raised by his grandfather as the sole heir to the family business. The early loss and pressure shape a sharp, defensive disdain for women that colors his adult relationships. His emotional guard becomes a rule he cannot easily break.

Abhiram forms feelings for Maheswari, the niece of the family accountant, and believes in a genuine connection. Maheswari’s uncle fears he’s not serious and arranges another engagement for her. In a bold act, Abhiram interrupts the engagement and announces his intention to marry her.

During a pivotal car ride with Maheswari, Abhiram blacks out after a crash. When he regains consciousness, he learns Maheswari has moved on and married someone else, a revelation that hardens his belief that women are superficial and unreliable.

Years later, Prasad reveals that Maheswari died in the earlier accident and that relatives hid the truth to spare him heartbreak he was not ready to bear. The revelation reinforces his belief that women are unreliable and untrustworthy. Harika's presence challenges that view, even as she remains a target of his mistrust.

Harika is appointed as the new assistant manager, and Abhiram is demoted to the same position. The power shift unsettles the office dynamic and exposes Abhiram’s insecurities. Harika’s intelligence and drive threaten his comfort zone and lead to targeted bullying.

Harika contemplates resigning after the abuse, but Prasad persuades her to reconsider. He explains the root of Abhiram’s misanthropy by recounting his painful childhood and the heartbreak with Maheswari. This explanation gives her a new perspective on the conflict.

During the Paris trip, they work closely on a project and gradually shed their antagonism. Harika helps him confront a deep-sea fear, and their professional bond deepens into mutual respect. However, Harika reveals she is engaged to be married, complicating their growing closeness.

Back in India, Abhiram grows withdrawn as his heart tilts toward Harika. Harika harbors reciprocal feelings but remains uncertain about marriage due to his emotional fragility. The couple's shared tension tests their relationship.

The family later confirms that Maheswari died in the earlier accident and that relatives hid the truth to shield Abhiram from heartbreak. The revelation strengthens Abhiram's resolve to distrust women and protect himself from further pain. Harika's compassion deepens, even as she stays cautious about marriage.

On the day of Harika's wedding, she calls Abhiram to learn whether he truly loves her. Prasad nudges him to speak first, but Abhiram waits for her to confess. A network glitch prevents his reply, and Harika proceeds with the wedding, unsure of his response.

Abhiram rushes to the wedding and dives into the river to reach the moving boat. Harika dives in after him, responding to his determined act. Their reunion signals a shift toward choosing each other despite past hurts.

When they meet in the river, Harika ends her engagement and marries Abhiram, choosing love over societal expectations. The act marks a new beginning for both, built on vulnerability, trust, and a willingness to gamble on affection.

In a mid-credits moment, Harika recalls how their bond began when Abhiram's lipstick ad concept aligned with hers. Abhiram admits he had planted a bug under her desk to steal her idea, a confession delivered with playful honesty. They laugh, acknowledging their flawed but forgiving dynamic.

The film closes with Abhiram and Harika starting their life as a married couple. The moment hints at a future built on shared work, trust, and romance, with a lighter, more open dynamic between them. The former barriers have dissolved as they commit to a future together.