Abhimaan (1973 film)

Abhimaan is a 1973 Hindi-language musical drama film directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan. The film explores the themes of marital discord, ego, and the impact of professional rivalry on a relationship.

The story revolves around a popular singer, Subir (Amitabh Bachchan), who encourages his wife, Uma (Jaya Bachchan), to pursue her own singing talent. Uma quickly gains fame and recognition, eventually surpassing Subir in popularity. This shift in power and the resultant professional jealousy within Subir leads to increasing tension and unhappiness in their marriage.

Abhimaan is renowned for its powerful performances, particularly by Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan, its sensitive portrayal of complex emotions, and its memorable musical score composed by S.D. Burman, with lyrics by Majrooh Sultanpuri. The soundtrack includes popular songs such as "Tere Mere Milan Ki Yeh Raina," "Meet Na Mila Re Man Ka," and "Ab To Hai Tumse Har Khushi Apni."

The film was a critical and commercial success, and it continues to be regarded as a classic of Indian cinema, known for its insightful exploration of human relationships and the challenges of balancing personal and professional lives. It also spawned several remakes and adaptations in other languages.