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Arpan
The Verma family consists of Mrs. Verma, the mother; Anil, the son; and a daughter named Vinnie. Anil loves Shobha, and hopes to marry her someday. While Vinnie loves Rakesh and also hopes to marry him someday too. Shobha and Rakesh both work for JK, a multi-millionaire industrialist. Anil has to goes overseas for a year to better his prospects. He promises to stay in touch with Shobha. However, after a year when Anil returns he finds that Vinnie and Rakesh have married, and is heart-broken to find that Shobha had married JK. Dejected but not beaten, he marries another girl by the name of Sona, but is unable to get Shobha out of his mind. Sona resents this, and one day follows him, and finds him in bed with none other than Shobha.
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Plot Summary
Arpan tells the story of a young man grappling with his identity and societal expectations. As he navigates the complexities of his relationships and his aspirations, he faces moral dilemmas that challenge his core beliefs. The film explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the search for self-discovery in a poignant manner.
Critical Reception
Arpan was met with a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its emotional depth and the performances of its lead actors. While some found the pacing to be slow at times, the film was generally regarded as a thoughtful exploration of personal growth and societal pressures.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sensitive portrayal of a young man's internal struggles.
Noted for strong performances from the main cast.
Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat melodramatic.
Google audience: Audience reviews are largely unavailable for this film, making it difficult to ascertain specific points of praise or criticism from the general public.
Fun Fact
Despite being a 1983 release, 'Arpan' remains a relatively obscure film, with limited information available about its production and initial reception.
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