Overview
Raised by parents who are unable to speak, a young woman falls in love with the son of a wealthy family. Despite opposition, the couple marries, but her parents are excluded from the wedding. What should have been a joyful celebration becomes a heartbreaking story of parental sacrifice, social prejudice, and family bonds.
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