Set against the backdrop of newly-independent India, just ahead of the Indo-China war this multi-layered romantic drama delves into the twists and turns in the love story of two childhood sweethearts, Subhan and Sai.
Subhan fails to express his love for Sai until the very last moment, when he has been an listed into the army and is called to join the ranks at the earliest. He leaves without informing Sai and soon, news of his martyrdom reaches his loved ones.
Sai is shattered and heartbroken. Her bubbly demeanour deteriorates into depression and she finds herself unable to overcome the grief of loss. At this point, Sumedh a confident young man comes into her life. He has completed his studies abroad and has ambitions of starting a textile mill in his hometown. Sumedh is appalled by the turn of events and in order to support Sai, proposes to marry her. Can Sai find happiness in her marriage to Sumedh? Is the news of Subhan's demise authentic? What will the future hold in store for all three youngsters?