Nov. 30, 2006|India|169 Min.|n/A
Genre: Action;Adventure;South;Indian
Description: The film “Sainikudu,” released in 2006, follows the story of a young man named Siddharth, played by Mahesh Babu, and his group of friends as they strive to help flood victims in Warangal District. When devastating floods hit Ranga Saipet, Siddharth and his team work tirelessly to rescue people and provide aid during the crisis. However, their efforts are opposed by corrupt politicians, particularly Pappu Yadav, portrayed by Irrfan Khan, who seeks to exploit the situation for personal gain. Pappu Yadav, a criminal aiming for political power, announces a relief fund of Rs. 5 crore for flood victims, but the aid is diverted for illegal profit.
Upon discovering this, Siddharth intervenes, ensuring the relief reaches the victims. This sparks a conflict with Pappu Yadav and his associate Mondi Nani, played by Prakash Raj. Siddharth decides to challenge Pappu Yadav’s political dominance by supporting his friend Ajay Kumar in the upcoming Assembly elections. Pappu Yadav retaliates by framing Siddharth and his team as terrorists in a bomb blast conspiracy, leading to his election as Home Minister.
Despite the setback, Siddharth, with the help of college students, kidnaps Pappu Yadav’s fiancée, Varalakshmi, played by Trisha, demanding that Pappu Yadav confess his crimes in court. The film highlights themes of justice, courage, and the fight against corruption.
Cast director: Gunasekhar
Cast actor: Mahesh Babu, Trisha Krishnan, Irrfan Khan, Prakash Raj, Ajay, Kamna Jethmalani, Ravi Varma
Original name: సైనికుడు