The Thief of Kondaveedu) is a 1990 Indian Telugu-language vigilante action drama film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy.

The local mafia and landlords—Sarabhoji, Narasimham, and Khaadra—oppress the villagers through political corruption, forgery, smuggling, drug trafficking, land grabbing, and excessive taxation on farmers.

Disguised, he conducts daring heists, stealing money and paddy worth crores from the landlords.

He uses the stolen wealth to empower the villagers by funding irrigation projects, providing healthcare and education, and transforming the tribals into self-sustaining farmers.

His efforts improve the living conditions of Kondaveedu, while his actions frustrate the corrupt officials and landlords exploiting the village.