Narada Vijaya

Narada Vijaya

Year: 1980

Runtime: 133 mins

Language: Kannada

Director: Siddalingaiah

Lord Narayana sends his devotee, Narada to Earth to test the will of his human devotee and start some clashes.

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1

Narada arrives on Earth and blesses the airhostess

The celestial Narada assumes human form and begins his earthly misadventures. He boards a passenger aircraft and, during disembarkment, blesses the airhostess, triggering amused reactions from the other passengers. This moment marks his first direct contact with ordinary people.

Passenger aircraft and airport
2

Narada mistaken for Vijay at the airport

As Narada leaves the plane and passes through the exit gate, the police mistake him for Vijay, a local officer in Narada's disguise. They escort him to the police superintendent's office, adding to the confusion around his identity. The situation sets the tone for the film's comic premise.

Airport and Police Superintendent's Office
3

SP addresses him as Vijay; Narada reveals his true identity

The superintendent greets him as Vijay, deepening the mistaken identity. Narada politely corrects them, revealing his celestial identity in front of everyone. The stunned officials exchange astonished glances at this revelation.

Police Superintendent's Office
4

Narada meets the eccentric plainclothesman MP Shankar

In the police orbit, Narada encounters the eccentric plainclothesman MP Shankar, whose reactions provide the film's comic energy. The exchange leaves Shankar more puzzled by Narada's divine aura and powers. Their dynamic adds another layer to the earthly chaos Narada brings.

Police Station
5

Heroine falls for Narada after seeing him near her house

The heroine, Vijay's love interest, spots Narada walking past her house and is instantly drawn to his otherworldly charm. Her attraction grows despite the ongoing confusion about his true identity. This budding romance adds a playful twist to the interaction between mortal and celestial being.

Heroine's House
6

First meeting between Narada and Vijay in a hotel room

Narada and Vijay finally meet in a hotel room, marking the start of their uneasy partnership. Narada uses his divine powers to subdue Vijay, giving him a taste of his supernatural prowess. The confrontation establishes the dual identities at the heart of the comedy.

Hotel Room
7

Swap of costumes to blend in

To blend into human society, they decide to exchange clothes and costumes. Narada, now in Vijay's attire, carries a briefcase and sunglasses, mimicking Vijay's mannerisms, while Vijay adopts Narada's look and even holds a tanpura and clickers. The swap fuels more comic confusion as they impersonate each other.

Hotel Room / Dressing Area
8

Chase through the city as the plainclothesman pursues

During the chase sparked by the disguise, the plainclothesman pursues Vijay in Narada's costume. Vijay escapes by riding someone else’s motorbike, turning the pursuit into a slapstick sequence. The pursuit heightens the film's comic energy and forward motion.

City Streets
9

Villains kidnap the scientist KS Ashwath for ransom

Meanwhile, villains who have captured scientist KS Ashwath plot to obtain his freezing camera invention. They demand a ransom to secure the scientist's release, establishing the central conflict that Narada and Vijay must resolve. The stakes are raised as time runs short.

Villains' Hideout
10

Narada blesses Vijay to bring culprits to justice

Narada blesses Vijay and charges him with bringing the criminals to justice and rescuing the scientist. The divine blessing strengthens their partnership and sets a clear objective. The motive shifts from mere mischief to actionable heroism.

City / Criminal Hideout
11

Final pursuit to rescue the scientist

Vijay, guided by Narada, closes in on the culprits and the scientist. A final confrontation unfolds as they prepare to rescue KS Ashwath and recover the invention. The plan culminates in a climactic, comic yet triumphant showdown.

City / Hideout
12

Happy ending as justice prevails

The criminals are brought to justice and the scientist is rescued. The film ends on a cheerful note with Narada’s celestial mischief serving a benevolent purpose. The blend of myth and comedy leaves the audience satisfied.

City

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