Overview of "Dharmputra" (1961)
'Dharmputra' (1961), directed by Yash Chopra, is set against the backdrop of pre-independent India and the early years following partition. This film tackles the complexities of religious identity and extremism through the story of a Hindu boy raised unwittingly in a Muslim family. Featuring powerful performances by Mala Sinha, Shashi Kapoor, and Rehman, the film confronts the harsh realities of communal tension and ideological battles, presenting a poignant exploration of identity and morality in a newly divided nation.