Devdas (1955)

In the tranquil setting of a small village, two hearts intertwine. Devdas (Dilip Kumar) and Parvati, fondly known as Paro (Suchitra Sen), are childhood sweethearts whose bond oscillates between love and rivalry, maturing into a deep love as they come of age. Their love story, however, is not destined for an easy path. Devdas, hailing from an affluent family, faces vehement opposition from his father who disapproves of any alliance with Paro, leading to his banishment to the bustling city of Calcutta. With a heavy heart, Devdas relinquishes his love, leaving Paro to be wedded off to a significantly older man with an already established family. But the flame of love refuses to be extinguished in Devdas' heart. He returns to his village, only to be met with the harsh reality of Paro's new life. Crushed, he retreats back to Calcutta, where he descends into a pit of alcohol-fueled despair and dubious company. His path crosses with the enchanting dancer, Chandramukhi (Vyjayantimala), who becomes hopelessly enamored with the dispirited Devdas. Unbeknownst to him, her affection and love for him grow in the shadows, as he spends most of his time in a drunken haze, yearning for Paro. As Devdas' health deteriorates due to his excessive drinking, he clings onto a promise made to Paro: to see her one last time before his demise. As the sands of time slip through his fingers, the question remains: will he fulfill this poignant promise or surrender to his tragic fate? The movie Devdas weaves a haunting tale of love, loss, and redemption, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats, torn between hope and despair.

Devdas is a drama movie featuring Dilip Kumar and directed by Bimal Roy.

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