A central conflict in the film is Rani’s internal struggle. Having suffered through a loveless marriage and early widowhood, she inadvertently inflicts the same fate on a young girl (Janaki) by purchasing her for her son. The film questions why women become the gatekeepers of the very traditions that enslave them.

Reviews from sources like The Times of India praised its "thought-provoking" nature, while others noted the film's bold use of nudity and language to enhance its realism.

: A 15-year-old child bride forced into marriage with Rani's rebellious son, Gulab. Her journey represents the cycle of generational oppression. Technical and Artistic Merits

Rani's best friend, who is brutally abused by her alcoholic husband because he believes she is infertile. Bijli (Surveen Chawla):

The film weaves together the stories of four distinct women, each representing a different facet of oppression: