Grihasti: 62-yr-old 7.5-rated classic on Ashok Kumar's secret two wives, war.

• The 1963 film 'Grihasthi', starring Ashok Kumar and Nirupa Roy, achieved an IMDb rating of 7.5 and was a box office success.
• Inspired by a Hollywood film and a true story, it depicted a businessman leading a double life with two families and two wives.
• The plot revolves around Harishchandra Khanna, whose secret second marriage to his first wife's sister is revealed during his daughter's engagement.
• The film was praised for its emotional plot, humor, and music, and is considered a classic for its daring exploration of domestic drama.
• 'Grihasthi' is noted as one of the first major Bollywood films to tackle bigamy and family secrets, contributing to Manoj Kumar's stardom.

Why It Matters: This classic film pioneered Bollywood's exploration of polygamy and complex family dynamics.