Indrani

Indrani

Year: 1958

Runtime: 122 mins

Language: Bengali, Bangla

Director: Nirendranath Lahiri

RomanceDrama

Indrani Mukherjee, the only daughter of a conservative Brahmin village family, studies in Kolkata and lives in a girls’ hostel. She falls in love with PhD student Sudarshan Dutta, but her father objects because he is non‑Brahmin and unemployed. Defying him, Indrani marries Sudarshan, only to face hostility from his mother and sisters‑in‑law. She takes a teaching job in Dinajpur, and after mounting tensions Sudarshan leaves to seek work elsewhere.

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1

Indrani and Sudarshan meet and fall in love

Indrani, a bright daughter of a staunch Brahmin, studies in Kolkata and stays in a girls' hostel. She meets Sudarshan Dutta, who had a brilliant career as a student and is pursuing his PhD. The connection between them grows quickly, and Indrani hopes to marry him soon.

Kolkata
2

Parental clash over marriage plans

Indrani returns to her village to tell her father about her intention to marry Sudarshan. Her father objects, citing Sudarshan's non-Brahmin status and his unemployment. The clash highlights the social barriers surrounding their union.

Indrani's village
3

Indrani and Sudarshan marry despite opposition

Against family objections, Indrani marries Sudarshan. She endures torment from Sudarshan's mother and sisters-in-law as emotional tensions mount. The new couple is forced to confront a challenging domestic reality.

Sudarshan's home
4

Indrani takes a job in Dinajpur to escape home turbulence

To avoid worsening conflicts, Indrani secures a teaching job in Dinajpur. The new position gives her independence but also distances her from Sudarshan. The couple's communication begins to fray under new pressures.

Dinajpur
5

Miscommunication strains the marriage

The couple's relationship deteriorates due to miscommunication, ego clashes, and external pressures. Each misunderstands the other's intentions, amplifying their emotional distance. Their once-bright partnership starts to crumble.

Dinajpur
6

A heated quarrel drives Sudarshan away

Following a fierce argument, Sudarshan leaves Indrani and seeks work elsewhere. The departure marks a definitive break in their marriage. Indrani is left to reflect on what she has lost.

Elsewhere
7

Sudarshan meets the retired teacher and begins a new venture

In a new phase of life, Sudarshan meets a retired teacher named Chhabi Biswas who shares a dream to help the have-nots. They decide to work together in a remote village to improve irrigation by digging a canal from a nearby river. Their collaboration marks a turning point in his purpose and public recognition begins.

Remote village
8

Word of their work spreads and Sudarshan gains fame

News about their efforts is published, bringing Sudarshan into the limelight. The project earns him respect and his dedication is celebrated. The force behind their work seems to validate the choice to pursue this path.

Remote village
9

Indrani rejoins him, leaving her Dinajpur job

Indrani, delighted by Sudarshan's talent and the potential of their work, leaves behind her Dinajpur position to join him. She believes in his new life and the difference they can make together. The reunion signals a renewed commitment to their partnership.

Dinajpur
10

Sudharshan remains wary of reconciliation

Despite Indrani's return, Sudarshan remains sore at the hurt he felt and is hesitant to fully accept her into his life again. Trust needs time to rebuild amid the pressures of their shared mission. Their fragile balance is tested once more.

Remote village
11

A fire accident brings them closer

A fire breaks out, testing their resilience and prompting a reckoning about their love. The crisis reveals how much they care for one another and how far they have come. They begin to recognize the depth of their bond.

Remote village
12

Reconciliation and renewed love

In the aftermath of the fire, Indrani and Sudarshan acknowledge their enduring love and commitment. They choose to stay together and continue their work, having learned to communicate more openly. The film closes on a note of shared purpose and mutual respect.

Remote village

Last Updated: October 09, 2025 at 09:22

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