Koshish

Koshish is a 1972 Hindi film directed by Gulzar, starring Sanjeev Kumar and Jaya Bhaduri in lead roles. The film portrays the story of a deaf and mute couple, Haricharan and Aarti, and their struggles to live a normal life in a world where they are discriminated against due to their disability. The film begins with the couple's courtship and their decision to get married despite opposition from their families. As they start their new life, they face challenges in communicating with the world around them, leading to several misadventures. However, they support each other and develop a unique mode of communication using sign language and lip-reading. As they raise their child, they face more challenges when the child is born with normal hearing, leading to misunderstandings and conflicts within the family. They try their best to raise their child and provide him with a normal upbringing, despite facing discrimination and societal pressure. Koshish is a heartwarming tale of love, perseverance, and the power of the human spirit. The film was widely appreciated for its sensitive portrayal of the challenges faced by the deaf-mute community and its nuanced exploration of the complexities of human relationships. The performances of Sanjeev Kumar and Jaya Bhaduri were especially praised, and the film went on to win several awards, including the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi.