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Desa Drohulu
Sri Varada Sri Krishna Yachendra, Zamindar of Mangalapuram writes in his will that his jewelry will be given to the temple. Bhadrachalam temple trustee Dharma Rao, while taking the jewelry, met with an accident and the jewelry disappears. Twenty years roll by, Prabhakar Rao, who was an inspector at the time of the crime, is now police commissioner. Diwan Raja Bhushnam becomes a big industrialist. Trustee Dharma Rao had two sons, Raja Rao and Gopal Rao. Gopal Rao mysteriously meets Radha, daughter of Prabhakar Rao and they fall in love. At a party, Raja Rao behaves against Raja Bhushnam and he is sent to jail. Gopal Rao wants to find out the reason for the injustice done to his brother Raja Rao. He meets Raja Bhushnam and he says that his father had stolen jewelry belonging to the temple and committed suicide. To know the truth, Gopal Rao goes to the commissioner. The rest of the story is how Gopal Rao catches the real culprits and proves his father's innocence.
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Plot Summary
The film follows the story of a wealthy heir who is framed for a crime he did not commit. He must then go on the run to clear his name and expose the real culprits behind the conspiracy. Along the way, he encounters various challenges and allies who help him in his quest for justice.
Critical Reception
Desa Drohulu was a commercial success and was well-received by audiences for its action sequences and dramatic storyline. While critical reviews were generally positive, focusing on the performances and fast-paced narrative, it is primarily remembered as a popular entertainer of its era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its strong performances, particularly from N. T. Rama Rao.
Lauded for its exciting action sequences and engaging plot.
Considered a successful example of a commercially driven Telugu film from the 1970s.
Google audience: Audience reception for Desa Drohulu primarily highlights its entertaining value and the star power of N. T. Rama Rao. Many viewers recall it as a classic action-drama with memorable songs and a compelling narrative that resonated with the masses during its release.
Fun Fact
The film was a significant hit at the box office, cementing N. T. Rama Rao's status as a leading actor in Telugu cinema and marking a notable collaboration with director K. S. R. Das.
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