M. K. Indira

A young girl is brought up in poverty but understands the value of education, and with the support of her mother struggles to reject a life of prostitution.

The story follows a woman, Shantala, who is caught between her dying father's wish to marry his servant and her love for Hemanth, with shocking secrets emerging after her father's death.

Based on a true story, the film depicts the life story of a child widow who grows up facing the unkind treatment that society metes out to such women. Yet, she shows exceptional kindness to others.