Aasphota (transl. Explosion) is 1988 Indian Kannada political drama film directed by T. S. Nagabharana, based on the novel Ayana by Manu (P. N. Rangan). The film stars Sridhar and H. G. Dattatreya, in his film debut, in the lead roles

Somanna, an aspiring actor who works as a waiter gets a break in the film industry with the help of his friend. However, stardom takes away his happiness, forcing him to take a tough decision.

A man goes against his father's wish and gets married to the woman he loves, Malashree. However, when his father tries to separate them, Malashree decides to teach him a lesson.

An investigating officer lands in trouble for prosecuting a chief minister in a murder case. Things get murkier when the legal proceedings start.

Radha, a wealthy girl, falls in love with Raja, a mechanic. Later, her father comes to know about their relationship and tries to separate the lovers.

After Subhash's sister gets raped by the Home Minister's son, his mother and sister commit suicide. Thereafter, a livid Subhash goes after the perpetrators to take revenge.