Saindhav (2024) is an Indian Telugu-language action thriller directed by Sailesh Kolanu, featuring Venkatesh Daggubati in the lead role. The film centers on Saindhav Koneru, a former assassin turned crane operator in the fictional port city of Chandraprastha. His tranquil life is disrupted when his daughter, Gayathri, is diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy, necessitating a costly treatment of ₹17 crore. Desperate to save her, Saindhav re-enters the criminal underworld, confronting his past and clashing with the ruthless gangster Vikas Malik, portrayed by Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The narrative explores Saindhav’s struggle to secure the funds for his daughter’s treatment while battling old adversaries. Despite its intense action sequences and strong performances, the film received mixed-to-negative reviews from critics and underperformed at the box office.