Regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers in Indian cinema, Hrishikesh Mukherjee crafted a filmography filled with gems such as Anari (1959), Anuradha (1960), Anand (1971) and Chupke Chupke (1975), among others. Lovingly known as Hrishida, his social films reflected the changing ethos of the middle class. Filmfare's Editor-in-Chief Jitesh Pillaai revisits the timeless cinema of Hrishikesh Mukherjee, reflecting on a body of work that continues to resonate across generations. Read on to get an insight into stories rooted in empathy, simplicity and a profound understanding of human nature.