Simharasi

Narasimharaju learns that his father Irulandi had a second wife and is angered by the betrayal. The confrontation drives the elder to commit suicide rather than face his son. Narasimharaju then brings his stepsister Lakshmi to live with him, starting his duty to protect the vulnerable.

He uses his reputation to uplift the village by building a free hospital, a day care center, and a college. These institutions improve healthcare and education, especially helping women access services. His philanthropy earns him lasting respect in the community.

A local MLA visits Narasimharaju to secure his backing in the upcoming election. Narasimharaju refuses to align with the MLA, standing by his principles. The MLA loses the election as a consequence.

Narasimharaju learns that his stepsister Lakshmi is being tortured by her husband as a revenge plot against him. He confronts and beats Lakshmi's husband, vowing to oppose criminal activity even if it harms his family. The act reinforces his stance against wrongdoing.

The MLA's son, who admires Narasimharaju, ends up marrying Lakshmi. This alliance complicates the family dynamics but also cements Narasimharaju's influence. Lakshmi gains stability though under different circumstances.

Bhuvaneswari, a distant relative's daughter from Bangalore, arrives in the village. At first she misreads Narasimharaju based on his appearance, assuming he is not approachable. Over time she discovers his hard work and generosity.

Bhuvaneswari is drawn to Narasimharaju and confesses her feelings, but he does not accept her love. He remains focused on his service to the village and his painful past. The pair’s dynamic remains unsettled as she pursues him.

Narasimharaju recalls his childhood: born into poverty, his mother suffered from leprosy and could not touch him. He never sees his mother, who stays isolated in a room. When he is eight, his mother drowns herself in a river, a trauma that shapes his vow never to marry.

Shaken by his mother's isolation, Narasimharaju decides he will not marry to spare any woman from touching a body marked by his past. He resolves to guard others from pain, even if it costs him happiness. This vow defines his approach to later relationships.

Narasimharaju convinces Bhuvaneswari to marry someone else, hoping to spare her from his tragic fate. He explains his past and his vow, trying to prevent her heartbreak. She remains hopeful that love could still be possible.

On Bhuvaneswari's wedding day, the bridegroom's family misreads the situation and suspects Narasimharaju and Bhuvaneswari are lovers, seeing Narasimharaju's dhoti in her room. They interrupt the ceremony in a burst of scandal and anger. The disruption threatens to derail their union.

Bhuvaneswari's friend reveals the truth that Narasimharaju lent his dhoti to safeguard her when her dresses were washed away, clearing the misunderstanding. This revelation shifts the village's perspective and exposes the cruelty of the accusation. It reinforces Narasimharaju's integrity.

Manorama, a village ally, urges Narasimharaju to marry Bhuvaneswari, echoing his mother's values. He follows her counsel and marries Bhuvaneswari, uniting the couple and reaffirming his compassionate mission. The marriage concludes the drama with a hopeful note for the village.