Set during the time of the India Pakistan partition, 'Chhalia' tells the story of Shanti, a woman who is separated from her husband and her family. Abdulrehman - a Gunda and a criminal - becomes her only source of comfort. When she finally manages to find with her family, they reject her. Resigned to suicide, Chhalia saves her just in time...

This movie contains the all time favourite song 'Challia Mera Naam, Chalna Mera Kaam, Hindu Muslim Sikh Isaai Sab Ko Mera Salaam', the song that spoke volumes about the diversity of India.