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Release, runtime and language
2006 · 169 mins · Telugu
Directed by
Gunasekhar
Starring
Irrfan Khan, Prakash Raj, Trisha Krishnan, Ajay, Telangana Sakuntala, Venkateswara Rao Paruchuri

Siddharth and his friends rescue a Warangal village from severe floods. Expecting government aid, Siddharth learns that politician Pappu Yadav has siphoned the relief funds. When Yadav enters an election, Siddharth opposes him, igniting a violent rivalry. After a series of twists, Siddharth kidnaps Yadav’s fiancée Varalaxmi, putting him in the cross‑hairs of both the police and Yadav’s criminal allies.

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In the low‑lying hamlet of Ranga Saipet, relentless monsoon waters have turned streets into rivers and homes into submerged memories. The air hangs heavy with the scent of wet earth and a collective yearning for relief, while the sky seems to press down on a community that has learned to survive on hope alone. The village’s rhythm, once defined by daily chores and simple celebrations, now throbs with the urgency of rescue and the fragile promise of aid.

Siddharth arrives with a band of steadfast friends, their resolve as unyielding as the levees they strive to hold. United by a shared sense of duty, they wade through the flood‑laden lanes, pulling strangers from the current and distributing what little supplies have arrived. Their efforts quickly reveal a grimmer reality: the assistance that was promised by the state is nowhere to be found, hinting at a deeper betrayal that threatens to erode the villagers' trust in those meant to protect them.

Enter Pappu Yadav, a charismatic yet contentious figure whose political aspirations have risen alongside the rising waters. His bid for office brings a spotlight to the disaster, and his presence sharpens the divide between those who seek genuine recovery and those who view the crisis as a stepping stone for power. As Siddharth’s resolve clashes with Yadav’s growing influence, the tension between them begins to echo through the flooded streets, drawing the attention of both law‑enforcement officials and the shadowy elements loyal to the politician.

Amid this volatile backdrop, Varalaxmi—the outspoken fiancée of Yadav—becomes an unexpected focal point. A daring decision to take her into their own hands sets the stage for a high‑stakes confrontation that thrusts Siddharth and his companions into the cross‑hairs of rival forces. The ensuing cat-and-mouse chase weaves together personal conviction, political intrigue, and the raw determination of a community fighting to reclaim its future.

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