Masoom (1983)

In the heart of a bustling metropolis, D.K. Malhotra leads a tranquil existence with his beloved wife, Indu, and their two delightful school-age daughters, Pinky and Minni. He finds solace in his work within the serene confines of an Architect's office. However, one fateful day, a phone call interrupts their peaceful routine, ushering in a young boy named Rahul into their lives. Rahul, an innocent school-goer, carries a secret that shatters Indu's world - he is the son of D.K. from an affair with a woman named Bhavana, now deceased. Despite D.K.'s earnest attempts to integrate Rahul into their family, the undercurrents of tension are palpable, particularly from Indu. Rahul, acutely aware of Indu's simmering resentment, finds solace in the immediate bond he forms with Pinky and Minni. In a desperate bid to restore harmony, D.K. decides to enroll Rahul in a distant boarding school in the scenic town of Nainital. Rahul, although reluctant, embarks on this new journey with his unexpected guardian. The true nature of his bond with D.K. unravels when Rahul is preparing for his new school, leaving him with a bitter realization. The tranquility of the Malhotra household is threatened once again when Rahul mysteriously vanishes. Witness the ripple effects of Rahul's disappearance on D.K., Indu, and their daughters as they navigate through this emotional turmoil.

Masoom is a drama movie featuring Naseeruddin Shah and directed by Shekhar Kapur.

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