Sneham Kosam

Sneham Kosam

Year: 1999

Runtime: 169 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: K. S. Ravikumar

FamilyDrama

Prabhavati lives a wealthy life in India with her parents and elder sister Rani. Rani’s arranged marriage to her mother’s half‑brother collapses when their servant Sheroo murders their mother, is arrested, tried and sentenced to fifteen years in jail. The tragedy strains the relationships between their father, Rani and her husband. Prabhavati moves to the USA to study, and upon returning finds Sheroo’s son Veeru now running the household while the family rift persists. She strives to mend the misunderstandings and proposes marrying Rani’s nephew Ranjeet, but her father opposes the match. Sheroo is eventually released from prison and returns home.

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Timeline – Sneham Kosam (1999)

Trace every key event in Sneham Kosam (1999) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Chinnayya bonds with Peddayya

Chinnayya works as a laborer for Peddayya in the village and earns his employer's respect. Peddayya treats Chinnayya like a son and provides him with care and protection. Their bond anchors the village’s social fabric and foreshadows the conflicts to come.

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2

Peddayya distrusts Gowri's family

Peddayya dislikes Gowri and her husband Peddabbayi, keeping them at a distance from his wealth and trust. He guards Chinnayya from their influence and tensions simmer in the household. The rift between the families sets up later confrontations.

Peddayya's house
3

Prabhavathy arrives and loves Chinnayya

Prabhavathy returns from the US and confesses love for Chinnayya. Chinnayya initially resists, thinking a romance could betray Peddayya’s trust. The pair navigate their feelings amid a fragile family balance.

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4

Chinnayya accepts Prabhavathy's love

Chinnayya ultimately recognizes Prabhavathy's genuine affection and accepts her. He resolves not to betray Peddayya while honoring his new commitment. Their relationship begins to stabilize a household strained by hidden truths.

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5

Accusation and expulsion

Prabhavathy accuses Chinnayya of attempting a rape, shattering the fragile harmony. Peddayya lashes out and ejects Chinnayya from his house. The accusation ignites a deep family rift and sets the stage for a long-hidden truth to emerge.

Peddayya's house
6

Simhadri returns and is asked to leave

Simhadri, Chinnayya's father, is released from jail and comes to Peddayya's home. Prabhavathy tells him to go, reminding everyone that he was jailed for Lakshmi's murder. Old wounds resurface as the present conflicts spiral.

Peddayya's house
7

Past revelation: Lakshmi's death and Simhadri's role

Peddayya explains the backstory in a flashback: Lakshmi dies after Simhadri kills her to stop Peddabbayi's scheme. Simhadri accepts responsibility and is arrested. Gowri and Prabhavathy come to despise him and his family for the tragedy.

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8

Gowri leaves; Peddabbayi banished

To shield Gowri, Peddayya has Peddabbayi leave the house, and Gowri departs without fully understanding the truth. The family fractures as secrets stay buried rather than resolved. The past continues to haunt the present.

Peddayya's house
9

Present wedding plan: Prabhavathy and Chinnababu

In the present timeline, a wedding is planned between Prabhavathy and Peddabbayi's younger brother Chinnababu. The arrangement intensifies rival loyalties within the family. Gowri watches silently as old truths begin to surface again.

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10

Gowri reveals Lakshmi's death

On the day of the wedding, Gowri steps forward and reveals the truth about Lakshmi's death to everyone. The revelation shocks the attendees and fractures the fragile arrangements. Loyalties shift as past secrets threaten the present.

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11

Peddabbayi attacks Gowri; Simhadri dies

Peddabbayi, enraged by the disclosure, tries to kill Gowri. Simhadri intervenes and is stabbed, dying at the scene. The tragedy marks the collapse of several relationships within Peddayya's family.

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12

Chinnababu defeats Peddabbayi and Peddayya dies

Chinnababu confronts Peddabbayi and kills him after learning the truth about Lakshmi. Peddayya, devastated by Simhadri's death, dies beside his loyal servant. The family tragedy reaches its climactic end.

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13

Chinnayya and Prabhavathy marry

With secrets exposed and feuds resolved, Chinnayya and Prabhavathy marry. Their union offers a note of reconciliation amid the film's long-buried family wounds.

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