A love-triangle story revolving around an upper-class Bengali hero. Satyendra, the son of a zamindar, experiences the conflict between family duty and the modern world in terms of his desire for an 11-year-old virgin bride, Radharani, and the nurturing and self-sacrificing courtesan Bijli. It depicts several stereotypical scenes like drunkenness and a courtesan's dance.

Maanbhanjan explores the complexities of love, obsession, and identity. The story follows a neglected wife who finds solace and empowerment through the transformative world of theater. As she navigates the complexities of her marriage and the allure of the stage, she challenges societal norms and redefines her own destiny.