Sati Seeta (1924)

Set against the backdrop of the Ramayana, this extraordinary tale revolves around Seeta, who is brought up by Janaka, the wise king of Mithila. An extraordinary competition is conducted to choose Seeta's husband and Prince Rama of Ayodhya is the victor. After their marriage, a cruel twist of fate forces them to embark upon a 14 year period of exile. Seeta is forced to endure tremendous hardship in the forest for the sake of her husband and is later kidnapped by the powerful Demon King, Ravana, who becomes obsessed with her beauty. Will Rama succeed in freeing her from captivity? What further sacrifice must she make for the sake of her husband?