Sri Krishnarjuna Vijayam

''Sri Krishnarjuna Vijayam'' is a 1996 Indian Telugu-language mythological film, produced by B. Venkatarama Reddy under the Chandamama Vijaya Combines banner and directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Roja and music composed by Madhavapeddi Suresh. The film is remake of N. T. Rama Rao's old Telugu Movie '' Sri Krishna Pandaveeyam'' (1966). It won four Nandi Awards.

Plot

The film begins with tournaments at the fort of Hastinapuram where Bhima & Duryodhana compete in '' Gada Yuddh'' which converts to dispute, Dronacharya hinders and declares them as equivalents. Now, Arjuna shows his extraordinary talent in archery and Dronacharya praises him as a powerful warrior in the universe. Whereupon, Karna arrives and challenges Arjuna but he is vilified for his caste. Though Kunti recognizes him as her first progeny she quiets as afraid of the world. However, Duryodhana keeps him to save face as per the ruse of Shakuni by accolading him as king of Anga. Therefrom, Karna dedicates his life to Duryodhana and turns his soulmate.

Next, Dronacharya asks Arjuna his tuitional fee ''Guru Dakshina'' that to catch hold of Drupada, king of Panchala, and spins 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 he pledges to get him down. Listening to it, Arjuna attacks & seizes Drupada and throws him under the toes of the mentor. 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 & Draupadi are born. Since birth, Draupadi adores Krishna and he too endears her as his sister.

Meanwhile, Dharma Raja is crowned as the Prince of Hastinapuram which envies Kaurava. Henceforth, Kunti is perturbed for the safety and prayers to Krishna. Lord Krishna consoles her and words to guard and guide Pandavas through troubles. On the eve of Krishna’s birthday Pandavas visit Dwaraka when he calls a divine architect Maya who designs and accords them a spectacular building ''Mayasabha''. Draupadi also lands when she crushes Arjuna. Sage Narada gifts a fruit to Krishna and asks him to present it to his favorite. Thus, Krishna is about to share it he cuts his finger when Draupadi bandages him by tearing her saree and he promises to pay back her debt at right time.

Later, Pandavas proceeds on a trip for expanding the kingdom. In his pathway, Arjuna reaches Rameswaram where he spots ''Ram Seth''. Narada also grounds and questions him why did Lord Rama need to depend upon Vanara as he is a great archer who can build the bridge with arrows? Accordingly, he replies the viaduct built with arrows is highly potent which no one can destroy. Hearing it, infuriated Anjineeya hackles and challenges Arjuna it is impossible to transport the group of Vanaras on such a bridge that cannot bear him alone. As a result, Arjuna constructs it using his skills of archery 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 had 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 prince 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 & Kunti break out of jeopardy. Following, Bheema slaughters a devil ''rakshasa'' Hidimbasura and his sister Hidimbi falls for him at first sight and they are knitted who gives birth to Ghatotkacha. As of today, the Pandavas hides 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 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 are invited but nobody would do so including Shalya, Jarasandha, and Duryodhana. Here Krishna tricks Karna into losing the contest. Nevertheless, Arjuna as a brahmin wins the contest when Pandavas true identity comes out. They bestow Drupadi as alms to their mother Kunti commands them to share being unbeknownst of reality. At that moment, they are under dichotomy. At last, Krishna clarifies it, supports Kunti's proposal, and sanctions the nuptials. Finally, the movie ends on a happy note with all siblings, marrying Draupadi.

Cast

Soundtrack

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

Awards

;Nandi Awards(in Telugu)
* Best Music Director – Madhavapeddi Suresh
* Best Costume Designer - G. Babu
* Best Makeup Artist - Sathyam
* Best Art Director - G. Chalam

References

External links

{{Singeetam Srinivasa Rao

1996 films
Hindu mythological films
Films based on the Mahabharata
Films directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao
1990s Telugu-language films
Films scored by Madhavapeddi Suresh