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Alingan
A proud businessman Mr. Roy Chowdhury (Dilip Roy) stayed with his wife Samta (Shakuntala Barua), his daughter Rupa (Satabdi Roy) and his son Bikram (Soumitra Banerjee) in a hill town. The villagers knew him as a cruel and heartless person. Rupa went to meet a poor guy Sanjib (Prosenjit). They fell in love with each other. Sanjib stayed in a slum area. By profession, he was a milkman. He stayed with his widowed mother (Sumitra Mukherjee). On the other side, Sanjib's neighbor Biree (Biplab Chatterjee) stayed with his son and sister-in-law Padma (Sunetra Bhattacherjee). Bikram tried to rape the Padma, but Sanjib saved her. When Mr. Roychowdhury came to know that his daughter Rupa loved a poor person he became angry and tried to separate them. On the other side, Sanjib told his mother about Rupa. When his mother came to know that Rupa was Mr Roychowdhury's daughter she warned Sabjib about Mr. Roychowdhury. On that day she told him about their past.
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Plot Summary
Alingan tells the story of a young woman navigating complex family dynamics and societal expectations. She faces challenges in her relationships, particularly with her mother, as she strives to find her own identity and happiness. The film explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the search for self-discovery within a traditional Indian setting.
Critical Reception
Alingan received a mixed to positive reception, with praise often directed at the performances of its lead actors, particularly Nutan. While some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable, the film's emotional depth and exploration of familial relationships resonated with audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for the poignant performances of its veteran cast, especially Nutan.
The film effectively captures the emotional nuances of family relationships.
Some viewers found the narrative to be somewhat conventional, lacking significant plot twists.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's emotional impact and the strong performances. Many appreciated the realistic portrayal of mother-daughter relationships and the underlying messages of perseverance.
Fun Fact
The film marked one of the final appearances of the legendary actress Nutan before her passing.
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