Abhiram, a misogynist, works as a manager in his own advertising agency. When his uncle, the chairman, appoints Harika as an assistant manager, he mistreats her, but his hatred soon turns into love.
Manmadhudu (transl. Cupid) is a 2002 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film directed by K. Vijaya Bhaskar, who co-wrote the script with Trivikram Srinivas. Produced by Nagarjuna under the Annapurna Studios banner, the film stars Nagarjuna, Sonali Bendre, and Anshu, with music composed by Devi Sri Prasad. The film follows Abhiram, an ad agency manager, whose disdain for women is challenged when he is forced to work with Harika, a spirited assistant manager. Their evolving relationship helps Abhiram confront his past and reconsider his views on love and women.