Bedroom Story(1988)
Bedroom Story is a 1988 Hindi drama film directed by Pankaj Parashar. It stars Shabana Azmi and Marc Zuber as a newly married couple. The story follows their struggle to find private space in a crowded Mumbai home. The couple lives with relatives and has no bedroom of their own. This lack of privacy strains their relationship. The film is a realistic portrayal of urban poverty and marital intimacy. It received critical praise for its honest storytelling and strong performances. The film was released in India in 1988.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1988
- Director
- D Raman
- Language
- Hindi
- Rating
- 1.0/10
Storyline
A newly married couple in Mumbai cannot find a private room to live together. They live with relatives and have no space for intimacy. Their love is tested as they fight poverty and family pressure to find a bedroom of their own.
“One room. One dream. One love.”
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Trivia
- The film's director D Raman was better known for his work as a cinematographer on several Hindi films in the 1970s and 80s.
- This movie is a rare example of a horror film from the late 80s that blends erotic themes with a ghost story centered on unfulfilled desire.
- The actor playing Ajit Singh, Deepak Parashar, was primarily known for his roles in romantic and action films, making this a departure into horror.
- The plot's use of photography as a central element reflects a popular trope in horror cinema of the era, where images could capture or invoke spirits.
- Despite its horror genre, the film was not a major commercial success and remains a relatively obscure title from its release year.
- The involvement of tantrics to pacify a ghost is a common motif in Indian folklore and was frequently used in Bollywood horror of the 80s.
- The film's title 'Bedroom Story' directly hints at its intimate and personal setting for the supernatural events, which was considered bold for its time.