Dharmvir Bharti was a leading Indian writer whose works were marked by deep psychological insight and social critique. His prose often explored the complexities of human relationships and the moral dilemmas of modern life. Bharti's style is characterized by its poetic quality and penetrating introspection. He left an indelible mark on modern Indian literature, inspiring generations of readers and writers with his thoughts and artistic expression.
Allahabad of the 1940s is the serene backdrop to the turbulence of Chander's love for his professor's daughter, Sudha. Driven by his passionate belief in the transcending purity of their love, Chander persuades Sudha to marry another man, to devastating consequences. Unhinged by his separation from Sudha and consumed by a restless desire to make sense of love, Chander spirals into a destructive affair with the seductive Pammi.