In 18th-century India, a Maratha commander leads his army in preparation for a fierce battle against Afghan invaders in this film based on real events.

Vishwas Rao is raised by his mother who wants him to become a police officer while he wants to become an actor.

Chennabassapa decides to sell a plantation to be able to build a house for his family, which does not sit well with the caretaker. Soon after, Chennabassapa's daughter, Uma, starts acting strange.