Tara (2001 film)

Tara is a 2001 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Rajat Mukherjee and starring Rekha, Deepti Naval, and Rohan Kapoor. The film explores the complex relationship between a mother and daughter, and delves into themes of societal expectations, personal aspirations, and familial conflict.

Rekha plays Tara, a successful businesswoman who has sacrificed her personal life for her career. Deepti Naval portrays Roopa, Tara's estranged sister, with whom Tara has a strained relationship due to past misunderstandings and unresolved issues. Rohan Kapoor plays Rohan, Tara's son, who is struggling to find his own identity and independence amidst his mother's overbearing influence.

The film revolves around Tara's efforts to control Rohan's life and her inability to reconcile with Roopa. The narrative examines the impact of Tara's choices on her family and the consequences of prioritizing ambition over personal connections. The story unfolds through flashbacks and present-day interactions, revealing the reasons behind the characters' strained relationships and their individual journeys towards self-discovery and reconciliation. The film attempts to present a nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by women in balancing their professional and personal lives, and the importance of understanding and forgiveness within families.