Paramanandayya Sishyula Katha

Nandivardhana is the carefree ruler of Vijayadurgam who revels in courtly pleasures and in love with Ranjani. His life shifts when he encounters Chitralekha and the Rudrakshamala, triggering a journey toward responsibility. Though initially swept by charm, he grows to confront political intrigue and protect those he loves. He ultimately aligns with Chitralekha, enabling the couple's union and the film's resolution.

Chitralekha is a celestial maiden sent to test Nandivardhana's character. She wears the Rudrakshamala and journeys to Earth, where mortal love complicates her divine mission. After losing her celestial status upon touching a human, she seeks penance to regain it. Her evolving love for the king and her quest for redemption anchor the film's emotional arc.

Paramanandayya is the revered spiritual adviser guiding the seven disciples. He orchestrates trials that push the disciples and the king toward virtue. His mentorship blends humor, wisdom, and moral authority. His relationship with Chitralekha and the saints frames the spiritual core of the story.

Sivanandam is the scheming Chief Minister who seeks to eliminate Paramanandayya. He works through Jagga Rayudu to manipulate the court, sowing distrust and danger. His plotting drives the tension between the royal family and celestial plans. Ultimately his schemes are thwarted by the saints and the lovers' resolve.

Jaggarayudu is Sivanandam's loyal acolyte in the forest, involved in plots and attempted assassinations. His actions test Nandivardhana's courage and the saints' control. He embodies the criminal side of court intrigue. Ultimately, virtue prevails as the moral balance is restored.

Ranjani is the dancer beloved by Nandivardhana. Her jealousy and pride create friction in the king's life, while her later sacrifices demonstrate the depth of genuine love. She contributes to the emotional complexity of the king's transformation. Her arc enriches the courtly and romantic drama.

Nandi is a court official in the king's realm who participates in palace politics. He becomes entangled in the schemes of Sivanandam and the saints' trials. His loyalties and actions help move the plot toward its climactic resolution. He represents the loyal yet politically aware segment of the royal court.

Phani is a member of the royal court who contributes to the palace atmosphere and provides some comic relief. He participates in the schemes and helps reveal character traits through interaction. His presence adds texture to the palace dynamics.

Lord Siva appears as the divine authority behind mortal events, guiding or testing humans. He embodies cosmic justice and the fate of Chitralekha and Nandivardhana. His interventions set the rules by which mortals navigate love and duty.

Aruna Keerti counsels Chitralekha about the constraint of meeting a human and the need to maintain divine boundaries. Her guidance helps the seven saints decide to join Paramanandayya's path. She serves as a bridge between celestial order and the mortal world.