Mere Jeevan Saathi

Mere Jeevan Saathi

Year: 1972

Runtime: 142 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Ravikant Nagaich

RomanceAction

A gifted artist falls in love with a doctor, but a tragic accident robs him of his sight and leaves him imprisoned by a ruthless princess. He manages to escape against all odds, and a compassionate stranger rescues him, nursing him back to health. Upon returning, he discovers the woman he loves is now betrothed to the very man who saved him.

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Timeline & Setting – Mere Jeevan Saathi (1972)

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Location

Bombay, India, London, England, Kamini's Palace, Govindram's House, Hospital, Mountain hillside

The film is set primarily in Bombay, India, the bustling city that serves as Prakash's art world and the stage for glamour. London is referenced as Jyoti's origin, signalling a cosmopolitan medical background. The glamour of Kamini's Palace contrasts with Govindram's affluent house, highlighting social tensions that drive the plot. The hospital and a mountain hillside frame key turning points, including the healing of sight and the climactic confrontation.

🌆 Urban life 🎬 Film industry glamour 🏰 Glamourous residence 🏥 Medical setting

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Main Characters – Mere Jeevan Saathi (1972)

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Prakash (Rajesh Khanna)

A gifted painter from a wealthy family who longs for artistic freedom. He initially shifts his style to cater to glamour, but his altruistic nature keeps him grounded. His romance with Jyoti is tested by Kamini and Vinod, and after a car accident he loses his sight, which intensifies his selflessness as he fights to protect Jyoti and Vinod's happiness.

🎨 Artistry ❤️ Romance 🛡️ Loyalty

Jyoti Verma (Tanuja Samarth)

An eye doctor who travels from London to Bombay. She is intelligent and compassionate, dedicated to healing others. Her romance with Prakash endures deception and social pressure, and she ultimately helps him regain sight and marries him.

🧠 Intelligence ❤️ Romance 🩺 Medical

Kamini (Helen)

A glamorous playgirl who manipulates Prakash and holds him in a precarious hold. Her pursuit of control and wealth leads to a dramatic confrontation and a fatal fall from a mountain.

💃 Glamour 🗡️ Manipulation 🔥 Obsession

Captain Vinod (Sujit Kumar)

A protective army captain who befriends Jyoti and competes with Prakash for her affection. He is generous and supportive, but his confrontation with Prakash is complicated by family loyalties. He is injured when his father intervenes in a climactic moment.

🛡️ Protector 💘 Rivalry 🏅 Duty

Seth Govindram (K. N. Singh)

A wealthy father who challenges Prakash to prove himself as an artist by earning his keep. His initial disapproval softens when he witnesses Prakash’s altruism and the lovers' resolve.

💼 Patriarch 🕊️ Reconciliation 💬 Expectation

Lalaji (Nazir Hussain)

Jyoti’s father, initially wary of Prakash’s art and concerned with social appearances. He eventually acknowledges his daughter’s happiness and supports her choice to marry.

👨‍👧 Family 💸 Bribery 🕊️ Acceptance

Captain Vinod's Mother (Sulochana Latkar)

A nurturing presence who anchors Vinod’s family, fostering care and support as Prakash recovers and ultimately reconciles with Jyoti.

👵 Family 🏡 Home 💖 Care

Captain Vinod's Father (Utpal Dutt)

A stern patriarch who intervenes during the climactic confrontation, shooting Vinod in the leg to prevent tragedy and spare Prakash from further conflict.

🧑‍💼 Authority 💥 Violence ⚖️ Moral dilemma

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Major Themes – Mere Jeevan Saathi (1972)

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❤️ Love and Sacrifice

Prakash and Jyoti’s romance is tested by deception and social expectations. Prakash’s altruistic core leads him to protect Jyoti’s happiness, even when it complicates his own prospects. The love triangle with Kamini and Vinod challenges loyalty and ultimately guides the couple toward forgiveness and union.

🎨 Art and Glamour

Prakash shifts his painting to suit glamour, challenging the line between genuine artistry and popular demand. His art becomes a battleground for integrity versus marketability, while his care for others remains his compass. The narrative treats creative life as a force that can heal, not merely satisfy vanity.

👁️ Sight and Perception

A literal blindness after the accident reframes how characters see each other beyond appearances. Jyoti’s medical skill and Prakash’s inner vision reveal truths that appearances disguise. Healing—both physical and emotional—redefines love and motivation for all involved.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 15:32

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