Amar (Shah Rukh Khan) meets a young woman (Manisha Koirala as Meghna) on a train platform and is instantly smitten. This infatuation turns to obsession, as he tries first to trace her, then to convince her to love him. As his passion slowly consumes his reason, he becomes entangled in a terrorism plot designed to bring attention to the insurrection in Northeast India.

This thriller is riveting, intense, and, for the most part, realistic. Khan and Koirala have good chemistry and are convincing in their roles. With her infectious smile, Priety Zinta makes a debut that is most natural. The music is unique, and quite good, though the choreography is average. Not typical of Bollywood, the film work is gritty and is appropriate for the feel of the film. This gripping, emotional drama comes highly recommended.