The Guru

The Guru

Year: 2003

Runtime: 94 min

Language: English

Director: Daisy von Scherler Mayer

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A humble Indian dance teacher, Ramu Gupta, journeys to New York City with dreams of stardom. He unexpectedly finds himself cast as the "Guru of Sex," catapulting him to unexpected fame. Balancing his newfound celebrity proves challenging, especially as he develops a romance with adult-film star Sharonna and confronts the comical aspects of his unusual role.

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1

Ramu's Introduction to Dance

As a young boy, Ramu experiences a pivotal moment when he is taken to the movies. Despite watching a Bollywood dance number, he feels unexcited and decides to leave for another movie hall, where he discovers the exhilarating Western dance style featured in 'Grease'.

Childhood Movie Theater
2

Becoming a Dance Teacher

Ramu grows up and pursues his passion for dance, establishing his own dance studio named the Shanti Dance and Modern Movement. His primary clientele consists of middle-aged women eager to regain their youthful energy through Western dance classes.

Adulthood Dance Studio
3

Journey to the United States

Eager to seek new opportunities, Ramu leaves Delhi for the United States, passing the responsibilities of his dance classes to his sister, Manju Mati. Despite his parents' reservations about traveling abroad, Ramu is determined to find his fortune.

Adulthood Delhi, India
4

Reality Check

Upon arrival in New York City, Ramu is disillusioned to find that his cousin Vijay is living in a shared apartment without the lavish lifestyle he promised. Struggling to make ends meet, Ramu takes a job as a waiter but quickly faces challenges.

Present Day New York City
5

Unexpected Role in Adult Film

In his search for acting work, Ramu unwittingly auditions for a role in a pornographic film directed by Dwain. The realization of what the film entails hits him as he tries to navigate the unnerving set and his sexy co-star, Sharonna.

Present Day Set of Adult Film
6

Nervousness on Set

While filming, Ramu struggles to perform due to nerves and his inexperience, much to the frustration of the crew. Sharonna offers him advice, drawing on her perspective on sexuality, which only complicates Ramu's feelings further.

Present Day Set of Adult Film
7

Impromptu Speech at Birthday Party

Ramu and his friends participate in a catering job for a birthday party. When the hired speaker becomes incapacitated, Ramu steps in and improvises a speech that gains unexpected admiration, marking the beginning of his rise to fame.

Present Day Birthday Party
8

Emergence as a Sex Guru

Ramu's impromptu speech at the party leads to him being hailed as a 'New Age sex guru' by the birthday girl, Lexi. She introduces him to new clients willing to pay for his advice, boosting his confidence and leading to further entanglements.

Present Day New York City
9

Relationship with Lexi

In the midst of his new lifestyle, Ramu finds himself in a complicated relationship with Lexi, who continues to book him for gigs. As Ramu gains fame, he grapples with balancing his personal feelings and professional obligations.

Present Day New York City
10

Deeper Connection with Sharonna

Despite his rising popularity, Ramu develops deeper feelings for Sharonna, the actress from the film set, complicating his life further. Their relationship grows but is hindered by her own commitments and the secrets they both try to navigate.

Present Day New York City
11

Confronting Personal Relationships

As Ramu's fame grows, Lexi's control over him tightens, causing tension between the two. Meanwhile, Sharonna struggles with her own dilemmas about her career as an adult film actress, and Ramu begins to realize where his true affections lie.

Present Day New York City
12

Television Appearance

Ramu makes a national TV appearance where he acknowledges the fraudulent foundation of his guru persona. This moment becomes a turning point as he passes the torch to Lexi while trying to make amends with his authentically feelings towards Sharonna.

Present Day Television Studio
13

Race Against Time

Following his TV revelation, Ramu rushes to stop Sharonna from marrying her fiancé, Rusty. His determination to express his love for her puts him in direct conflict with the reality of their complicated lives.

Present Day Church
14

Confrontation with Rusty

At the church, Ramu's heartfelt intervention coincides with the revelation of Rusty's secret relationship with another man. This unexpected twist envelops the situation in further complexity as Ramu fights for Sharonna's affection.

Present Day Church
15

A Bollywood Finale

In a vibrant conclusion, the film wraps up with a celebratory Bollywood dance number that symbolizes Ramu's return to his roots. This ending encapsulates his journey of personal growth and emotional revelations.

Present Day Church

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