Mera Saaya (1966) is a landmark Bollywood mystery thriller directed by Raj Khosla, renowned for its haunting melodies and gripping suspense narrative. The film stars Sunil Dutt as Rakesh Singh, a grief-stricken lawyer who is plunged into psychological turmoil following the death of his beloved wife Geeta (Sadhana). His mourning takes a shocking turn when Inspector Daljit informs him that a captured female criminal named Sunaina claims to be his deceased wife. Rakesh, who personally cremated Geeta, is thrust into a legal and emotional battle to uncover the truth—whether this mysterious woman is truly his resurrected wife or a cunning imposter exploiting his vulnerability. Featuring timeless songs by Madan Mohan including “Jhumka Gira Re” and “Tu Jahan Jahan Chalega,” Mera Saaya masterfully blends courtroom drama with psychological intrigue. The film’s atmospheric black-and-white cinematography, Sadhana’s dual-role performance, and its exploration of identity and grief have cemented its status as one of Hindi cinema’s most celebrated suspense classics.