Yuvvraaj

Yuvvraaj

Year: 2008

Runtime: 159 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Subhash Ghai

Drama

Music binds love Three brothers fight and play games with each other to inherit their father’s wealth.

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1

Dev's struggling start and disapproval

Deven Yuvvraaj Singh is a struggling singer whose talent is overshadowed by poverty and carelessness. Dr. P. K. Banton dislikes him for not being wealthy and fears he won't provide a stable future. Dev's relationship with his family is strained after a quarrel with his older brother, leading to being disowned by his parents.

2

Father's death and the 40-day billionaire vow

Dev learns of his father's death from a newspaper and signs an agreement to become a billionaire in 40 days. The bold vow sets him on a high-stakes path toward wealth that will test his loyalties. This quest brings him back into contact with his estranged brothers and the family fortune at stake.

soon after father's death
3

Reunion with brothers and inheritance shock

Dev meets his estranged brothers, Gyanesh and Danny, after 12 years. He is stunned to learn that their father left everything to the mentally challenged Gyanesh. To secure the fortune, Danny and Dev briefly conspire to trick Gyanesh out of his inheritance.

12 years after last meeting Family home
4

Danny's assault and Deven's intervention

Danny attempts to coerce Gyanesh into lying to lawyers but fails and ends up assaulting him. Dev intervenes, choosing to protect his brother and deciding to move the relationship into a new direction rather than continue the plot.

soon after confrontation
5

Austria trip to win Gyanesh over

Deven takes the family to Austria to win Gyanesh's trust and keep the brothers together. There, Anushka notices Gyanesh's singing talent and grows fond of him, while Deven wrestles with his jealousy but begins to care for his brother.

during the Austria trip Austria (Vienna)
6

Danny's downfall and family reconciliation

Danny becomes penniless after being expelled from luxury clubs and losing his girlfriend. The three brothers momentarily set aside the money and reconnect, rekindling their familial bond instead of continuing the deception.

after Austria trip
7

Poison plot by the maternal uncle

Their maternal uncle and his family hatch a scheme to poison Gyanesh to claim the fortune. They reveal a recording of Dev and Danny plotting to scam Gyanesh, fracturing the fragile trust between the brothers.

late development Uncle's residence
8

The poisoning attempt and discovery

Gyanesh is handed an inhaler laced with poison, and when he uses it, he realizes something is terribly wrong and confronts his brothers. The danger forces the brothers to face the consequences of their actions.

imminent danger
9

Onstage forgiveness duet

Heartbroken but hopeful, Gyanesh performs on stage and is joined by Deven in a duet about forgiveness. The moment marks a turning point in their relationship, emphasizing reconciliation over riches.

on stage Stage
10

Gyanesh collapses; race to the hospital

During the performance, Gyanesh collapses and Dev rushes him to the hospital. Danny immediately calls the police to arrest the relatives who plotted to harm Gyanesh.

immediately after stage Hospital
11

Dr. Banton's initial refusal

At the hospital, Dr. Banton refuses to help, accusing Dev of exploiting Gyanesh's survival for wealth and for Anushka. Dev pleads that saving his brother is about keeping the family intact, not about money.

during medical crisis Hospital
12

A changed heart and a life saved

Moved by Dev's heartfelt plea, Dr. Banton changes his mind and saves Gyanesh. He then relents enough to allow Dev to marry Anushka, recognizing Dev's growth into a family man.

end of medical crisis Hospital
13

Resolution and marriage

With the crisis resolved, Dev is portrayed as a changed man who values family over wealth. Anushka and Dev prepare to marry, symbolizing forgiveness and reconciliation within the family.

ending
14

Final dance

The film closes with a celebratory dance scene featuring the entire cast and crew, offering a joyful conclusion to the emotional journey.

closing scene

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