Ranarangam

The narrative begins in the 1990s in Visakhapatnam, shaped by the 1995 alcohol prohibition that pushes Deva into illegal liquor trade. The present timeline follows Deva as he navigates political and criminal networks, culminating in a violent reckoning. The period highlights evolving power dynamics and the lasting impact of vengeance across decades.

The story moves between an international backdrop in Spain and the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam, where a slum area near a planned airport becomes a focal point of power plays. The contrast between glamorous ventures and gritty crime anchors the plot, with Visakhapatnam’s coastal setting and airport project driving the central conflicts.

⚔️ Power & Revenge

Power is seized through crime, political influence, and violence. Deva’s ascent relies on manipulating officials and rival factions to erase those who stand in his way. Personal vendetta against Simhachalam fuels his relentless drive for retaliation. The theme portrays power as both protection and peril, with brutal consequences for all involved.

🏛️ Corruption

Corruption threads through politicians, police, and business, enabling the illicit liquor trade and protecting criminals. Bribery and backroom deals shift loyalties and consolidate control. Rival groups exploit the same system, escalating violence and instability. The narrative shows how dirty politics sustains criminal empires.

👨‍👧 Family & Loyalty

Deva’s relationship with his daughter Sahasra humanizes the story and grounds his decisions in protective instincts. Geetha’s presence adds moral tension, complicating loyalties within Deva’s world. Family ties test trust and influence, raising the stakes of every act of violence. The theme explores how kinship can both constrain and empower a criminal figure.

🕵️ Deception & Betrayal

Impersonation and hidden agendas unravel the alliance between characters, revealing deeper schemes. Deva’s quiet murder of Simhachalam and the revelation that Suri orchestrates parts of the plot expose a web of deception. Betrayal among allies accelerates conflict and reshapes the balance of power. The theme underscores manipulation as a weapon as deadly as force.