Veta (1986): Cast & Plot
Veta is a 1986 adventure film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, starring Chiranjeevi, Jaya Prada and Sumalatha. It is partly based on The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas and Robin Buss.
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- Director
- A. Kodandarami Reddy
- Genre
- Adventure
- Original language
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Telugu - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Veta About?
The premise of Veta without spoilers, adapted from The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas and Robin Buss. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Set in pre‑independence India, the story follows Chiranjeevi, soon to be ship captain and about to marry his beloved. Two jealous rivals frame him and have him imprisoned. In jail he meets a zamindar who tells him of a hidden treasure to fund his revenge. After escaping, Chiranjeevi hunts each enemy, using the treasure to exact retribution.
Veta Themes & Keywords
· 10 tags- escape from prison
- framed for murder
- unjust incarceration
- injustice
- vengeance
- revenge
- prisoner
- incarceration
- prison
- based on novel
Veta Cast
Chiranjeevi leads the cast, with Jaya Prada and Sumalatha. Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy; 6 actors are credited in all.
- Director A. Kodandarami Reddy
Also Starring in Veta
· 2 moreMore from A. Kodandarami Reddy
More films directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy: Ramudochadu, Pokiri Raja, Bobbili Simham and Allari Alludu.
Veta Plot Summary
What happens in Veta 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
Set in 1939, under British rule in India, the tale centers on Pratap, a sailor who loves a wealthy woman. His hopes are challenged by her cross-cousin, Jayaram, who serves in the British army and also seeks her hand. When the ship’s captain is poisoned by two crew members, Jayaram uses his influence to falsely accuse Pratap, which leads to his deportation to the secluded Andaman Jail.
Full summary
The whole story of Veta, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Veta?
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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What is Pratap's profession at the start of the story?
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Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Vetri Vizha, Vetri and Vettam.
Veta FAQ: Cast, Release Date & Director
Release date, director, cast, the book behind it, post-credit scenes and language of Veta, each answered in a sentence.
When was Veta released?
Veta was released on May 28, 1986.
Who directed Veta?
Veta was directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy.
More films by A. Kodandarami Reddy Who is in the cast of Veta?
Veta stars Chiranjeevi, Jaya Prada and Sumalatha, among 6 credited actors.
Is Veta based on a book?
Yes. Veta is partly adapted from The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas and Robin Buss.
Does Veta have a post-credit scene?
No. Veta has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Veta in?
The original language of Veta is Telugu.
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