Overview of "Satyam Shivam Sundaram" (1978)
Directed by Raj Kapoor in 1978, "Satyam Shivam Sundaram" stars Shashi Kapoor and Zeenat Aman in a film that delves into themes of love, lust, and the superficiality of physical beauty versus the beauty of the soul. The movie is noted for its bold subject matter and sensual cinematography, which was controversial at the time of its release. Zeenat Aman's performance as a woman with a disfigured face hidden behind her enchanting voice and Kapoor's portrayal of a man torn between his desires and his ideals are critically acclaimed. The film's soundtrack is highly regarded, with Lata Mangeshkar's title song becoming particularly iconic.