Raju Chacha

Raju Chacha

Year: 2000

Runtime: 163 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Anil Devgan

ComedyActionFamily

Courage comes in all sizes. Single father Siddhant Rai raises three children in a comfortable life until his sudden death in a car crash. Desperate relatives enlist former convict Shekar to impersonate the children’s paternal uncle, Raju, for a large fee. Shekar charms the kids and governess Anna, but things change when a man arrives, claiming to be the real Raju Chacha.

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1

Siddhant hires a new governess

Siddhant Rai, a wealthy single father, lives with his three children and the loyal BBC. Because the children are unruly, he decides to hire a governess to bring order to the house. The plan centers on introducing a new caregiver who can shape the children's lives.

early in the story Siddhant's home
2

Bank robbery and meeting Anna

Shekhar and Jadu rob a bank and elude the police. In the chaos, Shekhar instantly falls in love with Anna, who is on her way to work as the Rai children's governess. This chance meeting sets the stage for Anna's later arrival at the Rai household.

during the bank escape streets during the escape
3

Anna joins the Rai household

Anna is introduced as the new governess for Siddhant's children. The kids initially try to drive her away, but she gradually earns their trust and becomes like an older sister. Her presence begins to calm the chaotic household.

shortly after her arrival Rai household
4

Siddhant approves the wedding; arrest on wedding day

With Siddhant's permission, Shekhar and Anna plan to marry, hoping to unite the families. On the wedding day, Shekhar is arrested for stealing the wedding rings to gain access to Siddhant's wealth. The arrest derails the ceremony and strains Anna's trust in him.

wedding day Siddhant's home; courthouse
5

Anna leaves to return to the orphanage

A devastated Anna decides to return to the orphanage where she works, feeling betrayed by the wedding's fallout. She leaves the Rai household and cuts ties with Shekhar. Her departure marks a turning point for the family dynamic.

after the wedding fallout Orphanage
6

Siddhant's death and adoption tension

Siddhant is killed in an accident, leaving his fortune to be managed by cruel relatives who care little for the children's welfare. The magistrate is about to sign the adoption papers, but the process is interrupted by the evolving situation around the heirs. The children confront a grim future without proper guardianship.

after Siddhant's death Siddhant's home
7

Impostor Rajit Rai arrives; revelation begins

A stranger enters the Rai household claiming to be Rajit Rai, Siddhant's long-lost brother and heir. The magistrate postpones the adoption hearing to verify the claim. The children wonder whether this new figure can truly protect their fortune.

shortly after Siddhant's death Rai household
8

BBC and Jadu defend Shekhar; kids warm to Raju Chacha

BBC and Jadu explain that the apparent impostor is actually trying to protect the children's fortune, and that Shekhar has been aiding them all along. The children slowly warm to their mysterious protector, affectionately calling him 'Raju Chacha.'

after Shekhar's arrival Rai household
9

Anna returns; tension with Shekhar deepens

Anna returns to the Rai household, furious to see Shekhar back and worried he may rob the family again. Despite her anger, she witnesses his acts of guardianship toward the children. The rekindling of feelings grows under the surface.

after Shekhar's return Rai household
10

Impostor Rajit Rai appears again; 25% deal

Another man arrives, again claiming to be Rajit Rai, creating confusion among the relatives. Shekhar proposes a deal: if the relatives prove who is the real Rajit Rai, he will take only 25% of the fortune. The standoff heightens the stakes for the family's future.

during the impostor dispute Rai household
11

Gafoor revealed as the real Rajit Rai; relatives cast out

The relatives realize too late that the real Rajit Rai is Gafoor, a fellow conman. They are outsmarted and driven from the Rai house. The revelation shifts the power dynamics back toward Shekhar and the children.

aftermath of Gafoor reveal Rai household
12

Anna and Shekhar rekindle; care for the children

Anna recognizes that Shekhar's actions have protected the children, and her feelings for him deepen. They begin to work together again to care for Rohit, Rahul, and Rani. The family starts to heal amid the ongoing search for the real Raju Chacha.

post-reveal Rai household
13

Relatives expose Shekhar; Shekhar imprisoned

The relatives return and expose Shekhar as a fraud, leading to his imprisonment. The family realizes their father was murdered for his fortune by these relatives. The emotional blow tests their resilience.

after Gafoor reveal Rai household; court
14

Shekhar escapes; defeats relatives

Shekhar escapes from prison and confronts the guilty relatives, killing them to protect the children and the household. He sacrifices his own freedom to ensure everyone's safety, including BBC, Jadu, and Anna. The act solidifies his status as the children's guardian and ally.

after escape Prison and Rai household
15

Marriage and continued guardianship

With the danger behind them, Shekhar and Anna marry and continue caring for Rohit, Rahul, and Rani. They work together to guard Siddhant's fortune and search for the real Raju Chacha, ensuring the children's future. The film closes on a note of family unity and resilience.

end of story Rai household

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