Geethanjali

Prakash, who is diagnosed with terminal cancer, and Geethanjali, an equally ill patient, fall in love with each other. However, when she learns about his illness, she decides to move out of his life.

Directed by Mani Ratnam, Geethanjali leans on a strong ensemble — Nagarjuna Akkineni, Girija Shettar, Vijayakumar — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1989.