Srimanthudu is a 2015 Telugu-language action drama film starring Mahesh Babu and Shruti Haasan in lead roles. Directed by Koratala Siva, the film combines elements of social responsibility, family values, and emotional depth.
Cast of Srimanthudu
| Actor/Actress | Role |
|---|---|
| Mahesh Babu | Harsha Vardhan |
| Shruti Haasan | Charuseela |
| Jagapathi Babu | Ravikanth |
| Rajendra Prasad | Narayana Rao |
| Sukanya | Harsha Vardhan’s mother |
| Sithara | Charuseela’s mother |
| Mukesh Rishi | Venkata Ratnam |
| Sampath Raj | Sashi |
| Harish Uthaman | Radha |
| Vennela Kishore | Apparao |
| Sriram Edida | Narayana Rao’s brother |
| Tulasi | Narayana Rao’s sister-in-law |
| Subbaraju | Ravikanth’s brother |
| Rahul Ravindran | Karthik |
| Ali | Rajaratnam |
| Sravan | Radha’s sidekick |
| Sivaji Raja | Suryam |
| Ravi Prakash | Dr. Ganesh |
| Surya | Ravikanth’s accountant |
| Tejaswi Madivada | Venkata Ratnam’s daughter |
| Surekha Vani | Sumathi |
| Anand | Meghna’s father |
| Sanam Shetty | Meghna |
| Angana Roy | Harsha’s cousin |
| Ravi Varma | Charuseela’s cousin |
| Chatrapathi Sekhar | TV Reporter |
| Rajitha | Apparao’s mother |
| Nikkita Anil Kumar | Harsha’s sister |
| Appaji Ambarisha Darbha | Head of board of directors |
| Poorna | Cameo appearance in “Rama Rama” |
| Ramajogayya Sastry | Cameo appearance in “Rama Rama” |
Mahesh Babu Srimanthudu Plot/ Story
Harsha Vardhan is the sole heir to his father Ravikanth’s vast business empire worth ₹25,000 crore. While attending his friend Apparao’s birthday party, Harsha meets Charuseela, a determined young woman passionate about rural development. Inspired by her dedication, Harsha enrolls in a university course focused on the subject.
Charuseela’s mission is to improve conditions in Devarakota, a remote village in Uttarandhra where she grew up. The village faces serious challenges due to the exploitation of its natural resources by Sashi, the brother of Central Minister Venkata Ratnam. Sashi’s ruthless control has forced many villagers to abandon their homes in search of a better life. Despite the hardships, the village head, Narayana Rao, remains hopeful that things will eventually improve.
Meanwhile, Ratnam’s son Radha threatens to harm Ravikanth’s family unless he withdraws from a prestigious highway contract. Ravikanth’s nephew, Karthik — who secretly hopes to inherit the business — leaks critical bidding details to Radha. However, Harsha learns about this scheme and quietly warns Ratnam in Delhi. He then submits a lower bid on behalf of his father’s company, securing the contract.
When Charuseela discovers Harsha’s identity as Ravikanth’s son, she begins to distance herself from him. She explains that Ravikanth, a native of Devarakota, left the village for Hyderabad in pursuit of wealth, unlike her father Narayana Rao, who stayed to support the community. After their conversation, Charuseela bids Harsha farewell.
Determined to make a difference, Harsha asks his father for an extended leave before joining the family business. Without revealing his plans, he travels to Devarakota and introduces himself to Narayana Rao as a student studying rural development. As Harsha learns more about the village’s struggles under Sashi’s oppression, he announces his decision to adopt Devarakota and improve its conditions.
In response, Ratnam instructs Sashi to initiate development projects in the village — not to improve lives but to gain political credit. Meanwhile, Narayana Rao reveals to Harsha that Ravikanth once tried to uplift Devarakota by establishing a dairy farm to support the locals. Tragically, Sashi and Ratnam set the farm ablaze, resulting in multiple deaths. Ravikanth was wrongly blamed, humiliated, and arrested. Heartbroken, he left the village behind and focused solely on building his business empire.
Motivated by his father’s unfinished dream, Harsha dedicates himself to transforming Devarakota and restoring its prosperity.
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Srimanthudu Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Koratala Siva |
| Written by | Koratala Siva |
| Produced by | Naveen YerneniYalamanchili Ravi ShankarMohan Cherukuri (CVM) |
| Starring | Mahesh BabuShruti HaasanJagapathi BabuRajendra Prasad |
| Cinematography | R. Madhi |
| Edited by | Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao |
| Music by | Devi Sri Prasad |
| Production Companies | G. Mahesh Babu EntertainmentMythri Movie Makers |
| Distributed by | Eros International |
| Release Date | 7 August 2015 |
| Running Time | 158 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
| Budget | ₹60–70 crore |
| Box Office | est. ₹144–154 crore |
FAQ
✅ Srimanthudu was a super hit. It was one of the highest-grossing Telugu films of 2015, earning around ₹144–154 crore at the box office. The film’s success was attributed to its strong social message, powerful performances, and engaging storyline.
🚲 Mahesh Babu rode a Cannondale Trail 3 bicycle in the movie. This premium mountain bike is known for its sleek design and performance. Its appearance in the film gained significant attention.
