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Sri Raja Rajeswari
Rasaiya and Rajeswari are tribal newly weds, out for a midnight stroll in the forest. Three drunk businessmen('Nizhalgal' Ravi, Thyagu, Ponnambalam) accost them and when Rajeswari refuses to succumb to their advances, they kill the couple. Rajeswari is them reborn as the child of a poor couple and once she remembers her past, starts taking her revenge. Once she has disposed off the first two, she finds out that the son of the third is a look-alike of Rasaiya. When Rasaiya ends up marrying the girl of his father's choice, Rajeswari attempts to prevent the consummation of their relationship and steal her husband back.
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Plot Summary
The film centers on two brothers, Chinna and Pedda, who are at odds due to their differing life philosophies and ambitions. Chinna is a powerful and respected figure in his village, while Pedda harbors a desire for revenge against those who wronged their family. Their conflict escalates, involving betrayal, family honor, and a struggle for dominance.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed reviews, with praise for Nandamuri Balakrishna's performance and action sequences, but criticism for its predictable plot and lengthy runtime. It was considered a moderate commercial success, catering to the actor's dedicated fan base.
What Reviewers Say
Nandamuri Balakrishna's powerful screen presence and action-packed scenes are highlights.
The plot is considered formulaic and repetitive, lacking originality.
The film's length and pacing could have been improved for a better viewing experience.
Google audience: Audience reception was generally polarized, with many appreciating the typical mass-masala elements and Balakrishna's performance, while others found the story to be uninspired and overly long.
Fun Fact
The film marked a reunion of director V. Samudra and actor Nandamuri Balakrishna after their previous successful collaboration.
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