Lakshmi's brother-in-law (her elder sister's husband) lusts for her and tries to inherit their fortune by marrying both the Zamindar's daughters. He tries to beat Cheenu to death when everybody finds about their love affair. In an attempt to escape Prithviraj, the couple seeks protection from the district collector, who assures them that she would help them marry each other after they finish their education.
Lakshmi's brother-in-law (her elder sister's husband) has a strong passion for Lakshmi and tries to gain control over their family wealth by marrying both of the Zamindar's daughters. He attempts to harm Cheenu when their relationship is revealed, but the couple seeks protection from the district collector in hopes of being allowed to marry each other after completing their education.