Naagarahaavu

Naagarahaavu

Based on novel by T. R. Subba Rao

1972 · 169 min · ★ 6.4 · Drama, Family

Although Ramachari falls madly in love with Alamelu, her parents forbid their marriage and force her to marry another man. But Ramachari can't stand idly by when he discovers his sweetheart's husband has become her pimp. Quietly aiding Ramachari on his quest to save Alamelu is Chamayya, a childless woman who loves him as much as if he were her own son.

Directed by S.R. Puttanna Kanagal · Written by S.R. Puttanna Kanagal

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