“Baghban” is a 2003 Indian drama film directed by Ravi Chopra, featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini in the lead roles. The film tells the poignant story of Raj Malhotra (Amitabh Bachchan) and his wife Pooja (Hema Malini), a loving elderly couple who have spent their entire lives working hard and raising their four sons.
After Raj retires, they hope to spend their golden years in peace and happiness with their children. However, their hopes are shattered when their sons, who have grown up and started their own families, refuse to take responsibility for their parents. The sons, seeing their parents as a burden, decide to separate Raj and Pooja, each taking one parent into their home. This separation causes immense pain and suffering to Raj and Pooja, who long to be together.
Despite the hardships and humiliation they endure, Raj and Pooja’s love for each other remains strong. Eventually, with the help of their adopted son Alok (Salman Khan), who treats them with the love and respect they deserve, they reunite and rebuild their lives.
“Baghban” is a heart-wrenching tale that highlights the importance of family values, the sacrifices parents make for their children, and the often unspoken expectations of love and care that come with aging. It emphasizes the emotional and moral responsibilities children have towards their aging parents, showcasing the consequences of neglect and the enduring power of love and compassion.
