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Moved by the exploitation and plundering of natural resources in the forest regions, Sitarama Raju incites rebellion among the local people. With the help of leaders like Ganta Dora and Mallu Dora, he organizes a resistance against the
British authorities. He attacks police stations, destroys false
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The film depicts the life of Alluri Rama Raju, a staunch opponent of
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Rama Raju and Sita fall in love and obtain the consent of their elders for marriage. However, Rama Raju, determined to fight for national freedom, informs Sita that he will return as a celibate and dedicate himself to the cause of India's liberation. Unable to accept this, Sita commits suicide.
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534:"Vasthadu Naa Raju" – P. Suseela
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