Sunday, June 9, 2013

Unseen Bollywood Masterpieces - Arth (1982)


This film by Mahesh Bhatt searches for the meaning of life of a married woman who is betrayed by her husband for another woman. It is an inspiring journey of a stranded and lonely woman through states of pain, wait, anger, distrust, forgiveness and confidence. Initially holding the hands of her supporters and friends, she manages to finally reach a place where she forgets her past and feels complete in her own skin.

I cannot avoid praising the captivating beauty and performance of Shabana Azmi. The performance of supporting actors and charm of the ghazals is highly creditworthy too.

The movie mildly reaffirms the fact that while we try to find the meaning of life extrinsically, we can find that fulfillment only within ourselves.

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