Nakshatram

Nakshatram

Year: 2017

Runtime: 166 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi

CrimeActionThriller

Inspired by the selfless work of law enforcement, a young boy develops a deep respect for the police force, seeing officers as protectors like the mythological Hanuman. Witnessing their dedication and courage, he decides to pursue a career in law enforcement and uphold the principles he admires.

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1

Rama Rao's police lineage and dream

Rama Rao is born into a police family and grows up with the goal of becoming an SI to serve society. He works hard to carry forward the legacy of his great-grandfather, grandfather, and father. This deep-rooted aspiration sets the stage for his later, unorthodox path in Hyderabad.

childhood/early life Hyderabad
2

Conflict with Rahul and exam setback

Rama Rao clashes with Rahul, the son of Parasuramaiah, during a tense moment in the city. The quarrel results in Rama Rao being late for his police exam interview and he fails to get selected. This defeat pushes him to pursue policing in an unofficial, off-the-record manner.

before exam Hyderabad
3

Gifts a uniform and starts covert policing

To honor his family legacy, Rama Rao wears a police uniform gifted by his lover Jamuna and begins performing police duties without official status. He intervenes in crime on the streets, blurring lines between vigilante action and law enforcement. His boldness marks the start of a dangerous double life.

immediately after exam Hyderabad streets
4

Stops a car bomb; explosion occurs

During one such covert operation, Rama Rao stops a car filled with explosives. The vehicle explodes accidentally, underscoring the peril of his unsanctioned actions and triggering a formal investigation. The incident links him to the broader terrorist threat facing the city.

during covert patrol city streets
5

CCTV reveals impersonation; Parasuramaiah takes notice

Parasuramaiah reviews CCTV footage and notices a police uniform labeled as Alexander, realizing someone is impersonating an officer. He orders Kiran Reddy to locate Rama Rao and bring him to the commissioner. The discovery ties Rama Rao’s unconventional work to Alexander’s case.

after explosion police command center
6

Confession and inquiry about Alexander

Rama Rao confesses to Parasuramaiah that he has been performing police duties in disguise. Parasuramaiah, however, insists on knowing the whereabouts of Alexander, who remains a central mystery. The exchange pushes the pursuit toward the truth behind the earlier tragedy.

after confession Parasuramaiah's office
7

Alexander's brutal death flashback

Sitharam recounts a flashback of Alexander being killed by Rahul and his friends. They drug Alexander, trap him in a market, and trigger a deadly explosion. The memory reveals Rahul’s ruthlessness and motivates Rama Rao to act against him.

flashback scene market area
8

Decision to end Rahul's tyranny

Hearing the awful flashback, Rama Rao resolves to stop Rahul’s evil plans. He prepares to confront Rahul, risking his own life to protect Hyderabad. This determination marks a turning point toward the climactic confrontation.

following flashback Hyderabad
9

Lured into the function as a human bomb

Rama Rao is attacked in the same manner as Alexander and is released into the middle of a function attended by the home minister, with Rahul controlling the bomb via a mobile phone. The scene heightens the stakes and showcases Rama Rao’s willingness to sacrifice for the city.

climax city function with Home Minister
10

Phone knocked away; escape using jammer car

Sitharam manages to hit the phone away, disrupting the remote control. Rama Rao then uses a minister's car equipped with a signal jammer to counter the threat and regain control. The tense moment shifts the balance away from Rahul.

climax function venue; minister's car
11

Parasuramaiah questions Rama Rao's loyalties

Parasuramaiah remains surprised and doubtful of Rama Rao’s unorthodox methods. He weighs Rama Rao’s risk-taking against protocol, adding political pressure as the confrontation unfolds. The doubt contrasts with Rama Rao’s steadfast resolve to protect the city.

during final confrontation command center
12

Rahul's attempt to kill Rama Rao; Kiran shoots Rahul

Rahul makes a final attempt to eliminate Rama Rao in front of the minister. Despite his injuries, Kiran shoots and kills Rahul, ending his immediate threat. The act provides closure to the central conflict and elevates Rama Rao’s survival as the city’s reluctant guardian.

final confrontation function

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