Vakeel Saab

Vakeel Saab

Year: 2021

Runtime: 155 mins

Language: Telugu

Director: Venu Sriram

Echo Score: 71
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Three girls find themselves accused of attempt to murder after escaping molestation. Their only hope is an alcoholic lawyer who agrees to take up the case.

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1

Car breakdown leads to a rescue

Pallavi, Zareena, and Divya are stranded when their car breaks down on a Hyderabad highway at night. Viswa offers them a lift, but Bunty and Viswa rush an injured Vamsi to a hospital, leaving the women shaken. The incident foreshadows the danger looming over them.

night Hyderabad highway
2

Threats and police caution

Back home, Vamsi seeks revenge and threatens the women. The powerful connections of Vamsi's father MP Korentla Rajendra influence the local police to discourage any formal complaint. As a result, Zareena loses her job, showing how fear silences the victims.

the following day Hyderabad
3

Pallavi abducted and assaulted

A few days later Pallavi is kidnapped by Vamsi's friends and is subjected to threats, blackmail, and molestation inside a moving car. They drop her back at her home, leaving her traumatized and fearful. Her assault marks the escalation of Vamsi's vendetta.

a few days later on a road (moving car)
4

Pallavi arrested on Vamsi's complaint

Shortly after the attack, Pallavi is arrested on a complaint from Vamsi who brands the women as prostitutes and accuses Pallavi of attempted murder. The charges hinge on reputational attacks rather than clear evidence. The arrest underscores the systemic bias facing the women.

a few days later Hyderabad
5

Seeking help; Satyadev's initial appearance

Zareena and Divya meet Satyadev, an apparently alcoholic man who suggests emergency bail. He is revealed to be a former reputable lawyer who was suspended after harming a colleague in court, adding complexity to his character. The meeting establishes the opponent they will rely on.

the same day outside courthouse, Hyderabad
6

Satyadev agrees to take Pallavi's case

After an attack by Rajendra's men motivates him, Satyadev agrees to represent Pallavi. He has to overcome his own demons and disbelief in his abilities. His decision marks a turning point in the defense strategy.

the next day courthouse steps, Hyderabad
7

Court challenges begin; Prosecution paints the women as prostitutes

In court, Vamsi's lawyer Nanda Gopal argues that the women exploited the men they encountered and demands money for sexual favors. Pallavi's character is attacked to undermine her defense and justify the alleged assault as mutual misconduct. The argument tests the facts and credibility of the witnesses.

during trial Hyderabad court
8

Satyadev defends consent and exposes misconduct

Satyadev counters with consent and a woman's right to say no, shaping the core defense. He exposes police collusion with Vamsi, revealing inconsistencies in the complaint timeline. The defense highlights delays in arrest and casts doubt on the investigators.

during trial Hyderabad court
9

Turning admissions; truth exposed under pressure

In a heated moment, Vamsi admits that the women 'got what they deserved,' revealing his anger and moral compromise. Satyadev's cross-examination strengthens Pallavi's case as he exposes double standards applied to women. The courtroom mood shifts as the defense gains credibility.

during trial Hyderabad court
10

Train attack and return to court

During the trial, Siva and his men attack the women on a train, but they fend them off and return to court to continue the proceedings. The violent interruption tests the witnesses' resolve and the resilience of the defense team. The attack reinforces the stakes of the case.

mid-trial train en route to court
11

Judgment and aftermath for the accused

The women are acquitted while Vamsi, Bunty, and Siva face pending sentences; Viswa is let off with a warning. The verdict affirms the no means no ethos and the victims' credibility. The outcome also signals consequences for the attackers.

after trial Hyderabad court
12

New beginnings for the survivors

Post-trial, Satyadev resumes his legal career helping ordinary people, signaling a return to purpose. Zareena regains her job, Pallavi gets engaged, and Divya moves into her newly constructed home, marking a hopeful new chapter for each woman.

after acquittal Hyderabad

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 10:25

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