Pyasi Shaam

Raja and Ashok are old friends, almost like brothers. One day Raja meets and falls helplessly in love with Madhu. A bit later, Madhu and Ashok meet by accident, and Ashok also falls in love with her. It gets further complicated by the fact that Ashok's father was in love with Madhu's mother and continues to carry a grudge against the family.

Directed by Amar Kumar, Pyasi Shaam leans on a strong ensemble — Sunil Dutt, Feroz Khan, Sharmila Tagore — 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 1969.