Doli

Doli

1969 · 160 min · ★ 7.0 · Drama, Romance

Amar and Prem, college friends, and Asha and Shobana form friendships. Marriages are arranged, but dowry demands a US ticket. Prem returns, becomes office predator, and Asha endures harassment to pay off debts.

Directed by Adurthi Subba Rao · Written by Adurthi Subba Rao

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