Gruhalakshmi is a 1938 Indian Telugu-language drama film produced and directed by H. M. Reddy. Starring Ramanujacharyulu, Kanchanamala, Kannamba, and Chittoor Nagayya, it was the debut production of Rohini Pictures and marked the cinematic debut of Chittoor Nagayya. The film was an adaptation of the 1929 stage play Rangoon Rowdy by Somaraju Ramanuja Rao and was a commercial success. Gruhalakshmi is notable for introducing Kanchanamala as Telugu cinema's first "oomph" girl, gaining widespread attention for its daring portrayal of sensuality. The film also marked an early career role for K. V. Reddy, who worked as a cashier for Rohini Pictures before becoming a renowned filmmaker.

Plot

The story revolves around Dr. Krishna Rao (played by Ramanujacharyulu), a happily married man living with his devoted wife Radha (Kannamba). Madhuri (Kanchanamala), a woman of questionable morals, enters Krishna Rao's life and tries to seduce him, leading to turmoil in his otherwise stable life. Madhuri's attempts to lure Krishna Rao form a central part of the plot, and her character is portrayed as a seductress who uses her beauty and charm to manipulate men.