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Operation Raavan

2024-07-26
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Last Updated on 10 Oct 2025
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Operation Raavan is a Telugu psychological crime thriller that follows the story of Anand Sriram, a passionate young journalist who joins a reputed news channel under senior reporter Aamani. Together, they begin investigating a string of gruesome murders targeting brides-to-be, uncovering deep-rooted corruption and dark secrets tied to influential figures. As Anand dives deeper into the case, the lines between truth, justice, and obsession begin to blur, revealing a chilling psychological battle within.

Operation Raavan is a Telugu psychological crime thriller that follows the story of Anand Sriram, a passionate young journalist who joins a reputed news channel under senior reporter Aamani. Together, they begin investigating a string of gruesome murders targeting brides-to-be, uncovering deep-rooted corruption and dark secrets tied to influential figures. As Anand dives deeper into the case, the lines between truth, justice, and obsession begin to blur, revealing a chilling psychological battle within.

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Genres: Conspiracy Thriller  ·  Crime  ·  Thriller

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A1: Operation Raavan is directed by Venkata Satya, marking one of his most ambitious projects in the psychological thriller space. He also co-wrote the screenplay, focusing on the inner conflict between human intellect and emotion. His vision was to explore how truth can become distorted when mixed with obsession and moral ambiguity.

A2: The film stars Rakshit Atluri as Anand Sriram, a young and passionate journalist caught in a web of deceit and crime. Sangeerthana Vipin portrays Aamani, a determined senior reporter who guides Anand through the complex investigation. Radhika Sarathkumar plays a crucial supporting role as Jeevitha, whose hidden past holds the key to the mystery. The cast also includes Raghu Kunche, Charan Raj, and Rocket Raghava in pivotal roles.

A3: The movie follows Anand Sriram, a rookie journalist who joins a reputed TV network to make a difference. When he starts investigating a series of brutal murders of brides-to-be, he uncovers disturbing truths linking the crimes to powerful politicians and hidden psychological motives. As the investigation deepens, Anand begins to lose his sense of reality, blurring the line between truth and delusion. The film explores themes of media ethics, corruption, and the duality of the human mind.

A4: Operation Raavan is a psychological crime thriller that combines investigative journalism, mystery, and emotional drama. The film balances a suspenseful narrative with intense character-driven storytelling, offering both crime-solving intrigue and psychological depth.

A5: The film had its theatrical release on July 26, 2024, in Telugu across major cinemas in India. After its theatrical run, it premiered digitally on Aha Video in February 2025, reaching a wider streaming audience.

Movie Details

Storyline

Operation Raavan follows Anand Sriram, a young journalist who joins a reputed news channel and soon becomes entangled in a chilling investigation. Along with his mentor Aamani, he begins probing a string of mysterious murders of brides-to-be. As the evidence leads closer to political power and moral decay, Anand’s obsession with truth pulls him into psychological turmoil. The story unfolds as a tense battle between logic and madness — exploring how far one man will go to expose evil, even if the darkness lies within himself.

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“The battle between truth and the mind begins.”

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Trivia
  • Operation Raavan marks Venkata Satya’s debut as a feature film director after several short films and writing projects.
  • Lead actor Rakshit Atluri underwent special training in newsroom etiquette and journalistic communication to portray his role authentically.
  • The film’s concept was inspired by real-life news investigations and psychological case studies of criminals who believed they were “cleansing” society.
  • Actress Sangeerthana Vipin completed her portions in a tight schedule of just 25 days.
  • The film’s title symbolizes the inner conflict between intelligence (Rama) and ego (Raavan) within every human mind.
  • Most of the newsroom scenes were shot in a real TV studio setup to add realism to the visuals.
Goofs
  • In one sequence, the TV channel’s logo changes between shots, indicating a continuity oversight.
  • During a flashback scene, Anand’s hairstyle does not match his earlier look from the same timeline.
  • A crime scene board incorrectly spells a victim’s name differently in two consecutive shots.
  • The background audio of a news telecast repeats the same line twice due to a post-production sync issue.
Quotes
  • “Truth is not what we see… It’s what we dare to face.” – Anand Sriram
  • “Every Raavan believes he’s doing right — that’s the danger.” – Aamani
  • “In the battle between mind and morality, one must fall.” – Jeevitha
  • “The news may end at 9 PM, but the truth never sleeps.” – Anand Sriram
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  • The film opens with a psychological quote: “The greatest war is the one within.”
  • End credits show CCTV-style footage of various city streets, suggesting more crimes to come — hinting at a possible sequel.
  • The background score during the end credits gradually distorts into reversed chants of “Raavan,” symbolizing the protagonist’s mental breakdown.
Connections
  • Thematically similar to psychological thrillers like Ratsasan (2018) and Anjaam Pathiraa (2020).
  • Director Venkata Satya mentioned in an interview that he was inspired by Seven (1995) and Memories (2013) for tone and investigation style.
  • Operation Raavan shares production team members with Palasa 1978, which also starred Rakshit Atluri.
Soundtracks
  • Music composed by Saravana Vasudevan
  • “Manase Raavan” – Sung by Yazin Nizar
  • “Nee Needhiga” – Sung by Chinmayi Sripada
  • “Truth Unmasked” (Theme) – Instrumental
  • “Ravana Within” – Psychological Background Score Theme
  • “The Operation Begins” – Title Track

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