This is a tale about two poor brothers, Mohan (Vishnuvardhan) and Sudhakar (Shankar Nag). Mohan works as a labor and looks after Sudhakar who is studying in a Medical college. For questioning the manager, Mohan is being accused of stealing in the factory, and ultimately gets fired from work. Sudhakar has to pay for his examination, and Mohan is jobless. Mohan, who has lost his respect after being stamped as a thief, has nothing to lose. So, he starts stealing and soon becomes rich. Sudhakar tries to stop Mohan from stealing, but Sudhakar gets caught by the police and Mohan is shot down. Now, struggling Sudhakar faces the toughest challenge of his life. Will he be able to get back his brother and lead a respectful life with him?