So, he approaches a crafty, wealthy person in their town, Lingaiah, who grants the amount stipulating that he must couple up his daughter Lakshmi with Krishna.

After that, Dr. Saradhi, a close friend of Krishna, chides Anuradha even though Sarala repents and admits her mistake.

Now, Anuradha starts loving Krishna when the wheel of fortune makes Lingaiah her paternal uncle.

He announces the marriage proposal and requests Anuradha to educate and transform Lakshmi into a fashionable young lady.

Lakshmi senses the love affair of Krishna and Anuradha, so she accuses and elopes with Yoganandam, but Lingaiah forcibly brings her back.

[6] The song "Na Hrudayamlo Nidurinche Cheli" is based on "Amar Shopne Dekha Rajkkonna Thaake" from the original Bengali film.

[2] Aradhana was released on 16 February 1962 and emerged a box office success, running for over 100 days in theatres.