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Raraju
Raraju (Telugu: రారాజు) is a Telugu film which is directed by K. R. Udhayashankar. G.V.G. Raju (of Godavari fame) produced this film. Gopichand plays the lead role while Meera Jasmine and Ankitha play supporting roles. The film released on 20 October 2006. Kali (Gopichand) lives along with his mother on the business of hiring mike set and lighting equipment for wedding and other ceremonies. Jyothi (Meera Jasmine) is a singer who sings chorus in films. A lady police inspector (Ankitha) keeps on following Kali and tries to seduce him to make him fall in her love. Kali is also a threat for many in his area as he answers only with muscle power if things work against him. Knowing this, once Jyothi claims that she is Kali’s person to save herself from a group of eve teasers. Eve teasers leave her for the fear of Kali. In a dramatic sequence, like in any other film Kali happens to encounter Jyothi. Gopichand inclines for Jyothi and proposes her. But she negates and tells her flash back.
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Plot Summary
Raraju is an action-drama film centered around Raju, a young man who works as a bodyguard. He finds himself caught in a web of crime and corruption when he falls in love with a woman from a wealthy family. Raju must confront powerful adversaries and navigate dangerous situations to protect his loved ones and seek justice.
Critical Reception
Raraju received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its action sequences and Gopichand's performance. However, some critics found the plot to be predictable and the screenplay to be somewhat formulaic. The film was a moderate commercial success.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its high-octane action sequences and Gopichand's strong screen presence.
Some critics noted a familiar plot structure common in Telugu action films.
The romantic subplot was generally well-received but occasionally overshadowed by the action elements.
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Fun Fact
The film was directed by the renowned screenwriter duo Paruchuri Brothers, making it one of their directorial ventures.
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