Nirmala (1938 film)

Nirmala is a 1938 Indian Hindi-language social drama film directed by Franz Osten, starring Devika Rani and Ashok Kumar in the lead roles. The film revolves around the social issues faced by women in India during that era, specifically focusing on child marriage and the difficulties arising from mismatched relationships. It also addresses themes of widow remarriage and societal pressures on women. Produced by Bombay Talkies, the film was known for its strong social message and performances by its lead actors. The music was composed by Saraswati Devi.