Nirnayam (1991): Cast & Plot
Nirnayam is a 1991 action drama directed by Priyadarshan, starring Murali Mohan as Raghuram, Nagarjuna Akkineni and Subhalekha Sudhakar. It runs 2 hours 50 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 50m (170 min)
- Director
- Priyadarshan
- Original language
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Telugu - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Nirnayam About?
The premise of Nirnayam without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
When a ruthless crime‑lord frames the innocent Raghuram to conceal his own crimes, undercover officer Vamsi is assigned to apprehend the supposed perpetrator. As Vamsi closes in, he discovers Raghuram’s innocence and realizes the true mastermind behind the scheme, turning his investigation toward exposing the real villain.
Nirnayam Cast & Characters
Murali Mohan leads the cast as Raghuram, with Nagarjuna Akkineni as Vamsi Krishna and Subhalekha Sudhakar as Shankar. Directed by Priyadarshan; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Priyadarshan
- Murali Mohan as Raghuram
- Nagarjuna Akkineni as Vamsi Krishna
- Subhalekha Sudhakar as Shankar
- Giri Babu as Police DG
Also Starring in Nirnayam
· 6 more- Sukumari Jolly the aunt of Geetha
- Amala Akkineni Geetha
- Sharat Saxena Prahalad Rao
- Annapoorna Vamsi's Mother
- Allu Ramalingaiah
- Raajivi Anarkali
More from Priyadarshan
More films directed by Priyadarshan, best-rated first: Sometimes, Appatha, Corona Papers and Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea.
Nirnayam Plot Summary
What happens in Nirnayam from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
A sincere cop named Vamsi Krishna, Nagarjuna Akkineni, is assigned to a covert operation alongside his close friend and fellow officer, Shivram, Subhalekha Sudhakar, under the watch of Police Commissioner Narahari, Giri Babu, with a mission to track down the vicious criminal named Raghuram, Murali Mohan.
To gather intel, Vamsi moves into the building opposite Geetha, Amala Akkineni, Raghuram’s daughter, and begins monitoring her from afar. Geetha lives with her aunt Jolly, Sukumari.
Vamsi, in disguise as a telephone department inspector, develops a wary romance with Geetha. She initially returns his affection, but withdraws when she learns the truth about his undercover work, fearing the consequences for her father.
Full summary
The whole story of Nirnayam, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Nirnayam?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who plays the sincere cop Vamsi Krishna, the lead role in Nirnayam?
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Nirnayam FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Nirnayam, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Nirnayam?
Nirnayam runs 2 hours 50 minutes (170 minutes).
When was Nirnayam released?
Nirnayam was released on February 21, 1991.
Who directed Nirnayam?
Nirnayam was directed by Priyadarshan.
More films by Priyadarshan Who is in the cast of Nirnayam?
Nirnayam stars Murali Mohan as Raghuram, Nagarjuna Akkineni as Vamsi Krishna and Subhalekha Sudhakar as Shankar, among 10 credited actors.
Does Nirnayam have a post-credit scene?
No. Nirnayam has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Nirnayam in?
The original language of Nirnayam is Telugu.
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