That famous love story film, after the release-committing suicide?
Many times films leave a deep impact on people. Four decades ago, a film came which captured the hearts of
people. From the story to the songs of the film, there was a lot of praise. But the impact of the movie was such that
couples started committing suicide. The situation was such that the government had to contact the makers and then
the climax of the film was also changed. The name of that movie is Ek Dujje Ke Liye.
Suicide cases had suddenly increased
Ek Duje Ke Liye was released in the year 1981 in which kamal haasan and rati agnihotri played the lead roles.
Not only its songs were in discussion but the powerful performance of the lead stars was also appreciated. Kamal
Haasan had entered bollywood with Ek Duje Ke Liye, but after the release of this film, cases of suicide by
couples started increasing rapidly.
What is the story of the film?
Kamal Haasan and Rati Agnihotri’s film Ek Duje Ke Liye was directed by K Balachander. It was a remake of the
Telugu film Maro Charitra released in 1978. The story of the film is based on the love story of Vasu and Rati, who
fight a lot with the family and the world for their love. In the climax of the film, both of them sacrifice their lives
by jumping from the mountain.
Government institutions had to take steps
After the success of Ek Duje Ke Liye, the film came into controversy. It is said that inspired by the characters of
Vasu and Rati, couples started sacrificing their lives. There was a rapid increase in suicide cases. According to
media reports, many government organizations contacted the makers and asked for their help in spreading
awareness against suicide.