Raksha is a 2008 Telugu-language horror thriller film directed by Vamsi Krishna Akella. Produced by Azam Khan and presented by Ram Gopal Varma, the film stars Jagapati Babu and Kalyani in the lead roles, with music composed by Bappi-Tutul. It is a remake of Ram Gopal Varma's Phoonk, whose story is thematically similar to the Telugu thriller novel, Tulasi Dalam, by Yandamuri Veerendranath.

Plot

The film begins with Rajeev, owner of Raksha Construction Company, leading a delightful life with his wife, Arthi, and their children, Rahul & Raksha. Moreover, he has immense affection for his daughter Raksha. Venu, the bestie of Rajeev, works in his company with his wife, Madhu, with whom he facilitates all comforts. Rajeev is an atheist, but his wife and mother have immense belief in God and black magic (Chethabadalu). On a regular work day at the construction site, his manager Shyam finds an ancient Ganesh idol. He also advises Rajeev to construct a temple therein; otherwise, it would be a bad omen for them. However, Rajeev takes heads deaf to his words. One day, Rajeev becomes aware of Venu and Madhu as swindlers, his friend Vinay. Then he is rude to them and expels them from his company.