Rabhasa

Rabhasa

Year: 2014

Runtime: 153 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Santosh Srinivas

ComedyAction

Following his mother's wish, Karthik, a student returning from the US, promises to marry his uncle Dhanunjay’s daughter, Indu. A family dispute leads to their separation, and Karthik enrolls in Indu’s college hoping to persuade her. A misunderstanding leads him to believe Bhagyam is Dhanunjay’s daughter, complicating matters further. He eventually discovers Indu is his cousin and already involved with someone else, while also finding himself in a dangerous situation when attempting to assist a stranger. The story revolves around his efforts to resolve the turmoil and honor his mother’s desire.

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1

Karthik returns to India and his vow

Karthik comes back to India after completing his studies in the United States. His arrival triggers family expectations, with his mother quietly deciding he should marry Indu. When his father is insulted by Dhanunjay's household, Karthik vows to teach him a lesson by marrying Indu. The vow marks the start of a chaotic feud turned romance.

after returning from the United States Karthik's family home / India
2

Mother's plan fans the flames

To solidify the plan, Karthik enrolls in Indu's college to win her over. He crosses paths with Bhagyam, a student who quickly falls for him, mistaking him for Dhanunjay’s son. This creates a delicate love triangle and sets the stage for future conflicts.

early in college days Indu's college
3

Karthik and Bhagyam's spark; Indu's growing tension

The initial spark between Karthik and Bhagyam deepens, complicating his mission. Indu grows wary as loyalties blur and pride tests their budding bond. The situation foreshadows the rift to come.

during college Indu's college and family circles
4

Discovery that Indu is Bhagyam's cousin

Karthik discovers Indu is Bhagyam’s cousin, not a rival for Bhagyam's affection. The revelation comes too late, and Bhagyam's entry is marred by manipulation from Indu and Upendra. This leads to a painful breakup that shifts the power dynamics.

mid-story college and family circles
5

Confrontations and new alliances form

Karthik confronts Dhanunjay and his ally Yeddula, prompting a defensive response from rival factions. They seek assistance from a powerful gangster allied with Raghava and Obul Reddy. The web of loyalties grows thicker as the conflict escalates.

post-revelation Dhanunjay's circle and allied gangs
6

Indu's double game and the mystery

Indu pretends to be in love with both Karthik and Shrinivas while secretly pursuing a mystery about a lover she never met. The act keeps Karthik off balance and deepens the mystery surrounding Indu's past. The ruse sustains the perilous game between families.

ongoing various locations
7

Obul Reddy's warning and the photograph

Obul Reddy learns of a photograph linking Karthik to the man who helped Indu's friend elope. This accusation threatens to expose hidden ties and inflame old feuds. Tension mounts as allies try to control the narrative.

leading up to confrontation Obul Reddy's circle
8

Escape and pledge to help Indu

Karthik and Indu slip away together, and he decides to help her even if it means breaking his mother's warning. Their partnership deepens as they navigate danger and suspicion. The escape sets a new course for their bond.

soon after on the run
9

Rescue mission and masquerade

Karthik rescues Peddi Reddy from Gangi Reddy's men. Indu steps in as Karthik's lover who fled with him, providing a cover that helps them stay one step ahead of a relentless gangster. The two fugitives forge a precarious alliance.

during pursuit Peddi Reddy's home / countryside
10

Revelations at Peddi Reddy's home

They are brought to Peddi Reddy's home and learn Obul Reddy is Peddi Reddy's son. They also discover Indu's friend was Gangi Reddy's daughter, a crucial piece of the puzzle. Karthik realizes the helper was himself, though he remains unaware that Indu orchestrated the plea.

revelation moment Peddi Reddy's home
11

Forging new alliances and sacrifices

Karthik mends ties between Gangi Reddy and Peddi Reddy, reshaping alliances and delaying the marriages that fueled the feud. He even takes blame for breaking an ancestral statue to save someone else, a selfless act that deepens Indu's affection. The move shifts power and trust among the clans.

turning point Peddi Reddy's home
12

Indu's confession and the warning

Indu declares she cannot live without Karthik and openly proposes marriage. Karthik hesitates, warned by Dhanunjay that the truth about his earlier actions could jeopardize their fragile bond. The couple faces a critical test before the final reconciliation.

before final confrontation private moment
13

Final confrontation and healing

In a decisive confrontation with Obul Reddy, Peddi Reddy, and Gangi Reddy, forgiveness is offered and the families begin to heal. The elder rivalries are set aside as reconciliation takes hold. The feud gives way to a shared sense of renewal.

climax family compound
14

Union and new beginning

Peddi Reddy's daughter’s wedding marks a renewed start, and Karthik and Indu marry on the same day and at the same venue. The two families celebrate a newfound unity, and a cooperative future looms on the horizon.

end wedding venue

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