Do Raaste (1969)

In the heart of tradition and familial bonds lives the Gupta family, a tapestry of varying personalities with a shared respect for elders and self-dignity. At the helm is Mrs. Gupta, a matriarchal figure, and her elder son Navendu Gupta, a man of promises and responsibilities. Navendu's pledge to his dying father - to care for his step-siblings and mother as his own - is the glue holding this diverse family together. The household comprises of Navendu's wife Madhvi, the impulsive Birju Gupta, studious Satyan Gupta, their innocent sister Geeta, and Navendu's young son, Raju. When a marriage proposal arrives for Birju from the Prasad family, it brings with it an unexpected twist. The bride-to-be Neelu, a free-spirited woman who has lived abroad, challenges the traditional norms of the Gupta family with her outgoing nature. Despite the initial shock, Navendu convinces his mother to accept the marriage, bringing in a wave of change. Then enters Neelu's stunning younger sister Reena, who crosses paths with Satyan at college. Amidst comic misunderstandings and awkward encounters, a tender love blossoms between them. However, the path of love isn't without obstacles, as Satyan begins to lose hope of a happily married life with Reena. As the Gupta family navigates through these new relationships, a financial crisis strikes. Navendu, burdened by an unpaid loan, finds himself at the mercy of his creditors. The once united family begins to crumble when Birju's wife refuses to help, leading to bitter quarrels and misunderstandings. The family is torn apart as Neelu and Birju move out, leaving the Guptas to lose their home. "Do Raaste" is a poignant drama that unfolds the diverging paths taken by the siblings – a crossroad between sacrifice and selfishness. It's a tale of love and hate, of rich girls and poor boys, of promises kept and bonds broken, and the relentless pursuit of the right road in life. This captivating journey is a mirror to the dilemmas of the middle class, making it a profound drama of life itself.

Do Raaste is a drama movie featuring Rajesh Khanna and directed by Raj Khosla.

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