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The early 2000s marked a significant transition period for Indian cinema, moving away from the loud melodrama of the 1990s toward more realistic, urban relationship dramas. At the forefront of this shift was Mani Ratnam’s protégé, Shaad Ali, who made his directorial debut with the 2002 romantic drama Saathiya . Starring Vivek Oberoi and Rani Mukerji, the film became a cultural touchstone for its authentic portrayal of love, elopement, and the harsh realities of early marriage.