From the time he could remember, Manju has dreamt of becoming a filmmaker in Sandalwood, even though he has no family support to bank on. Thankfully, his friends share this dream and, together, they embark on this mission. During their seach for a girl to play the heroine, Manju meets and falls in love with Roopa, the sole breadwinner of her family, who makes a living as an autorickshaw driver, while also attending evening college. The loved up couple then decide to take their relationship to the next level, and that's when the twist in the tale unfolds.