Devar Bhabi

Devar Bhabi

A Saga of Empathy

1967 · 124 min · Drama

Khalid lives with his brother, Raza, his sister-in-law, Jamila, and his niece, Najma, in a humble household. Khalid's family struggles to make ends meet and fund his education. Despite their poverty, Jamila and Raza decide to arrange for Khalid's marriage, as per Khalid's wish, with his class fellow, Naheed, who belongs to a richer family. When the news of their marriage spreads in the neighbourhood, a neighbour of Raza who likes Naheed starts spreading rumour and gossip about the relationship of Khalid and Jamila, leading to a series of tragic events.

Directed by Hassan Tariq · Written by Hassan Tariq

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