Hawayein is a film which emerges from the consequences of the bluestar operation and is based on the aftermath of Mrs. Indira Gandhi's assassination, the riots in Delhi and other places in India and the subsequent victimization of the people in Punjab in the years that followed.
This film depicts real life events and most of the situations shown in this film are authentic seen through the eyes of the central protagonist Sarabjit. It is the story of his journey from innocence to disillusionment, from being a simple, romantic, music loving student, to becoming one of the most wanted terrorists in the country.
This film is an honest exploration of the reasons which led to the angst of the youth of Punjab and the turmoil suffered by their families. It is the story of a time when innocents were forced to rebel against justice and labelled terrorists by the existing government.
When political motivations created terrorists out of common criminals.
When the nations watchdogs became greedy, heartless money-making murdererous machines.
When the sound of winds created unspeakable fear in the minds of people in Punjab.
A time created by an impotent administration & judiciary and the silence of the intelligentsia.
A time which saw the beginning of cross border terrorism in India.