Mere Apne

"Mere Apne" is a Hindi language Bollywood movie released in 1971. The film was directed by Gulzar and produced by Romu N. Sippy. The movie stars Meena Kumari, Vinod Khanna, and Shatrughan Sinha in the lead roles.

The story of the film revolves around an elderly woman, Anandi Devi, who is left alone after her husband's death. She moves to the city to live with her distant relatives, only to find out that they are also struggling with their own personal problems. One of her relatives, Shyam, is a jobless and directionless youth who gets involved with a local gang. Another relative, Nirmal, is a teacher who is disillusioned with the education system and is unable to find a job.

Anandi Devi takes it upon herself to bring the family together and help them overcome their problems. She also helps Shyam break away from the gang and start a new life. Along the way, she forms a close bond with Shyam and helps him realize the value of relationships and family.

The film received critical acclaim for its performances, direction, and social commentary on the struggles of the urban poor. It also featured memorable songs like "Koi Hota Jisko Apna", "Haal Chaal Thik Thak Hai", and "Roz Akeli Aaye". "Mere Apne" is considered a classic of Hindi cinema and is still remembered for its heartwarming story and powerful performances