On the occasion of filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt's 72 birthday, we give you a rundown of some amazing films from the maverick that you simply should not miss.
ARTH | 1982
Mahesh Bhatt made 'Arth' at a time when the mainstream discourse about extra-marital affairs was considered taboo. In this 1982 film, Mahesh Bhatt explored themes of infidelity, failed marriages through a poignant film. Shabana Azmi and Smita Patil’s brilliant performances clubbed with the film’s amazing music, with ghazals by Jagjit Singh make this film a complete package.
SAARANSH | 1984
Considered to be Anupam Kher’s career best performance, 'Saaransh' is the story of an elderly couple dealing with their grief after their son’s sudden demise. Anupam Kher and Rohini Hattangadi's outstanding performances even got the film an entry into the Oscars for an out-of-box concept, that captured the pain of senior citizens living in Bombay city without any familial support.
DIL HAI KE MANTA NAHIN | 1991
'Dil Hai Ki Maanta Nahi' is timeless romantic tale about a runaway heiress in search of her lover, she then falls in love with another man on the journey. Starring Mahesh Bhatt’s eldest daughter Pooja Bhatt and Aamir Khan, this film is bound to tug at your heartstrings and was a runaway hit at the Box Office.
SADAK | 1991
'Sadak' narrates the story of a taxi driver portrayed by Sanjay Dutt who goes against all odds to save Pooja Bhatt's character from being sold into the vicious trade of prostitution.
ZAKHM | 1998
Zakhm was a semi-autobiographical film by Mahesh Bhatt, where he captured social turmoil due to religion, adding a bit of social commentary to it. The film told the story of how certain existent forces divide people on the basis of religion. Ajay Devgn's stupendous acting in the film bagged him the National Award.