Uppena

The events unfold in 2002 in a rural coastal setting. The village follows fishing seasons, including a breeding period that halts sea activity for more than a month, adding economic pressure. The period emphasizes traditional hierarchies and community norms that shape the characters' choices.

Set in 2002, Uppada is a coastal fishing village near Kakinada that anchors the story. The community is tightly knit, with boats, fish markets, and shoreline homes forming the everyday backdrop. A shipping yard project threatens to raze coastal houses, creating tension between development and livelihood.

❤️ Forbidden Love

Aasi and Bebamma form a romance that crosses caste boundaries and challenges the protection of family honor. They face opposition from Raayanam, forcing them to consider difficult choices to stay together. The story uses their bond to question social codes and the price of personal happiness.

👑 Honor vs Power

Raayanam wields his authority to preserve family honor, even at the expense of others' homes and welfare. The film contrasts traditional power structures with the human cost of enforcing social rules. Personal loyalties and public duties collide as authority tries to dictate private lives.

⚖️ Caste Struggle

Caste divides the lovers from the outset, turning romance into a battleground over social status. The narrative exposes prejudice and the consequences for individuals who dare to cross lines. Characters navigate these barriers with resilience, at times paying a steep personal price.