Sri Krishnarjuna Vijayam

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Sri Krishnarjuna Vijayam
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Theatrical release poster
Directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao
Screenplay bySingeetam Srinivasa Rao
Story by Raavi Kondala Rao
Produced by B. Venkatarama Reddy
Starring
CinematographyR. Raghunatha Reddy
Edited byD. Raja Gopal
Music by Madhavapeddi Suresh
Production
company
Chandamama Vijaya Combines
Release date
  • 15 May 1996 (1996-05-15)
[1]
Running time
157 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu

Sri Krishnarjuna Vijayam is a 1996 Indian Telugu-language Hindu mythological film, produced by B. Venkatarama Reddy under the Chandamama Vijaya Combines banner and directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Roja with music composed by Madhavapeddi Suresh. The film won four Nandi Awards.

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Plot

The film begins with a series of tournaments at the fort of Hastinapuram, where Bhima and Duryodhana compete in Gada Yuddh , with the game turning into a dispute of achievement. DronaCharya intervenes and declares them equivalent in ability. Afterward, Arjuna shows his extraordinary talent in archery, and Dronacharya praises him as a mighty warrior. Eventually, Karna arrives and challenges Arjuna but is vilified for his caste. Though Kunti recognizes Karna as her child, she hides the information and fears outside judgment. However, Duryodhana keeps him to save face as per the ruse of Shakuni by acclaiming him as king of Anga. Karna dedicates his life to Duryodhana from that place and becomes his soulmate.

Next, Dronacharya asks Arjuna for his tuitional fee Guru Dakshina to catch hold of Drupada, king of Panchala, and spin backward. At one time, they are besties who promise him to share half of his kingdom. Destitute, he reaches for help when Drona is kicked out and pledges to get him down. Listening to it, Arjuna attacks and seizes Drupada and throws him under the mentor's toes. Humiliated, Drupada seeks vengeance when Lord Krishna calms him down and instructs him to conduct the Putrakameshti yagnam to beget a son who could slay Drona and daughter to espouse Arjuna. From that fire, the twins Dhrishtadyumna and Draupadi are born. Since birth, Draupadi has adored Krishna, and he, too, endears her as his sister.

Meanwhile, Yudhishthira is crowned as the Prince of Hastinapuram, for which he is envied by Duryodhana and the other Kaurava. Henceforth, Kunti is perturbed about their safety and prays to Krishna. Lord Krishna consoles her and works to guard and guide her sons through troubles in their life. On the eve of Krishna's birthday, the Pandavas visit Dvārakā when he calls a divine architect Mayasura (Maya) who designs and accords them a spectacular building, the "Mayasabha." Draupadi also lands when she crushes Arjuna. Sage Narada gifts a fruit and asks him to present it to his favorite. Krishna is about to share it when he cuts his finger. When Draupadi bandages him by tearing her saree, he promises to pay back her debt at the right time.

Later, Pandavas proceeds on a trip to expand the kingdom. In his pathway, Arjuna reaches Rameswaram, where he spots Ram Seth. Narada also grounds and questions why Rama needs to depend upon Vanara as he is a great archer who can build a bridge with arrows. Accordingly, he replies that the viaduct built with arrows is highly potent and that no one can destroy it. The furious Anjineeya knows it and tackles and challenges Arjuna. It is impossible to transport the group of Vanaras to such a bridge, which cannot bear him alone. As a result, Arjuna constructs it using his archery skills twice, and Anjineeya collapses it. Like this, he makes a final attempt and readied a pyre if it fails. This minute, it stands firm when Arjuna spots Krishna, who has lent his shoulder to the foundation to save his external body. Suddenly, Anjineeya recognizes Krishna as his Lord Rama, who advises him to decorate as Arjuna's flag.

Consequently, Duryodhana is frightened by the big hit of Arjuna and plots to eliminate Pandavas along with Shakuni. They act together to construct a wax house at Varanasi. Dhritarashtra sends Pandavas claiming it is the responsibility of a price to perform rituals therein. Krishna gazes at their evil play and warns Bheema to be alert. So, he digs a tunnel to the nearby forest. At midnight, the brutal puts fire, but Pandavas and Kunti break out of jeopardy. Following, Bheema slaughters Hidimbasura, a rakshasa (demon), whose sister, Hidimbi, had fallen for Bheema at first sight. Hidimbi and Bheema are married and have a son, Ghatotkacha. As of today, the Pandavas hide under the guise of Brahmins at Ekachakrapuram on the guidance of sage Vyasa.

Upon which, a monster Bakasura plagues to whom they should send two oxen, a cartload of food, and a human being every day. It so happens that the house owners of the Pandavas get their time, and Kunti sends Bheema instead of their son, who emerges as the victor by death blowing him. Simultaneously, Drupada arranges a svayamvara for Draupadi with an archery contest to win her. All the kings of the royal dynasty were invited, but nobody did so, including Shalya, Jarasandha, and Duryodhana. Here, Krishna tricks Karna into losing the contest. Nevertheless, as a Brahmin, Arjuna wins the contest when his true identity, Pandavas, emerges. They bestow Drupadi as alms to Kunti, who commands them to share being unbeknownst of reality. At that moment, they are under dichotomy. At last, Krishna clarified the matter, supported Kunti's proposal, and sanctioned the nuptials. Finally, the movie ends happily with all the siblings marrying Draupadi.

Cast

Kalyankumar as Drupada

Soundtrack

Sri Krishnarjuna Vijayam
Film score by
Released1996
Genre Soundtrack
Length26:59
Label Supreme Music
Producer Madhavapeddi Suresh
Madhavapeddi Suresh chronology
Bala Ramayanam
(1996)
Sri Krishnarjuna Vijayam
(1996)
Puttinti Gowravam
(1996)

Music composed by Madhavapeddi Suresh Music released on Supreme Music Company.

No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Bhalee Bhalee" Vennelakanti S. Janaki, B. A. Narayana4:55
2."Ee Neeti Uyyaala" C. Narayana Reddy S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Chitra 4:16
3."Nadichaedhi Jeevudu"VennelakantiS. Janaki3:17
4."Priyaa Pilupu Andhera"C. Narayana ReddyS. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Chitra4:18
5."Saaho Mahaa Veerudaa" Veturi S. Janaki4:33
6."Swaram Charanam" Sirivennela Sitarama Sastry S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Chitra5:40
Total length:26:59

Awards

Nandi Awards [2]

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