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Mukti
Kailash Sharma is found guilty of sexually molesting Shanno and killing Dheeraj Kumar Verma, and sentenced to be hanged by the Jammu & Kashmir Sessions Court. After his appeals at both High and Supreme Courts fail, he asks his wife, Seema, to take their daughter, Pinky, and re-locate elsewhere. Seema and Pinky re-locate to Bombay where she takes up sewing to make a living. She befriends their neighbor, Ratan, and both get married. 14 years later Pinky has grown up and has a boyfriend, Vikram, who she wants to marry. Meanwhile, Kailash, who is still alive as his sentence was changed to life imprisonment, arrives in Bombay to look for his family. After sometime he does find them but decides not to interfere in their lives as they appear to be happy. But when Seema finds out she goes to meet him secretly - a visit that will set off a chain of events that will end up drastically changing their lives forever.
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Plot Summary
Mukti tells the story of a woman named Sumitra who is forced to leave her husband and young son due to societal pressures and misunderstandings. Years later, her son, Ravi, grows up unaware of his mother's true identity. The film explores the complexities of family relationships, the pain of separation, and the eventual possibility of reconciliation.
Critical Reception
Mukti was a critically acclaimed film, praised for its strong performances, emotional depth, and sensitive portrayal of a mother-son relationship. It resonated with audiences for its poignant story and powerful performances, particularly from Sharmila Tagore.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its emotionally resonant storytelling and strong performances.
Sharmila Tagore's portrayal of a wronged mother was widely lauded.
The film effectively captured the complexities of family bonds and societal judgment.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Filmfare Award for Best Actress for Sharmila Tagore.
Fun Fact
The film was a remake of the 1975 Tamil film 'Muthuchippi'.
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