Masoom (1973)

Overview

Set in a quiet village, this poignant film follows a widowed mother and her young daughter who, despite their age gap, are often mistaken for sisters. One night, the mother secretly meets her lover at a nearby farm. Returning home at dawn, she is mistaken for her daughter by villagers, sparking scandal and harsh judgment. As cruel gossip spreads, the innocent daughter becomes the target of humiliation—leading to a tragic and irreversible act. A haunting tale of mistaken identity, societal cruelty, and the devastating cost of silence.

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