Hey, come here.
Five minutes.
They really thrashed you.
They aren't nice in police custody.
They thrashed me all night long.
Darn ***!
You shouldn't have come here.
They have set it all up.
Are you mad?
They locked you up.
-I had to come to meet you. -I am not saying that.
Do what you can through the lawyer, just don't come here.
They thrashed me brutally.
But I'm stuck to my story that I run the business.
I didn't mention you.
Don't worry about me, okay?
When I agreed to work with you
I knew it would come to this.
-It's just that my family... -Shh.
Don't worry about things outside.
I spoke to the family.
I sent them money too.
If there's any hassle in prison, tell me.
I have contacts.
I heard the stories about your kebabs.
And the chutney too.
Stay close to the kebab lovers.
Stay away from the chutney eaters.
-I'll leave. Take care. -You too.
-Where's your plate? -I will eat later.
What do you mean, you'll eat later?
Today is Sunday. Eat with me at least today.
It doesn't feel like a Sunday, though.
It wasn't too long ago
when we used to sit and eat together on Sundays.
Then suddenly, you got hooked to films.
I didn't get hooked on to it.
You got hooked and got us hooked on to it, too.
Yes, of course. It's all my fault.
It's my fault, they were selling movie tickets illegally.
It's my fault that I helped people save some money.
Now, it's my fault there are no VCDs available in the market too.
How should I get the VCDs?
It's okay, if you can't get VCDs.
I had a working TV...
But Ravi changed channels till it stopped working.
Now, I can't even watch TV serials.
But, why take it out on me, if you're upset about the TV?
-Why are you arguing with me? -Who should I take it out on?
Sister-in-law, all well?
Here we go. Earlier, people came after hearing the TV.
Now, they come when they hear us.
No! I just came to ask for some salt.
Your brother was just rubbing salt in my wounds. I will fetch it.
Oh God! God, please let the one who took
away the VCDs lose his peace of mind.
I hope, I am not just your sleeping partner.
That's how it is in businesses, right?
Can I ask you something?
Something is bothering you, right?
If you want, you can share it.
After I got selected for the IPS,
I specifically asked for a Mumbai posting.
I wanted the challenges.
The gangsters here are so sharp!
They run businesses worth crores
from some remote corner of the world
and handle all of Mumbai operations.
And then I think
that officers like us
who've cracked the toughest exams in the country,
how are we always two steps behind them?
-What did you find out? -That the system is a puppet.
Every industry is controlled by someone or the other.
Like how law and order was controlled by the gangsters.
The entertainment industry is
controlled by people like Mahesh Kumar.
What has he done now?
He told some officers and got Rajneesh beaten up.
Only to vent his frustration!
Raga, I could have gained his confidence.
I could have got Rajneesh on our side
and reached the main culprit, quietly.
But...
-What will you do? -Wait.
For the door to open
and for him to come back in.
You came home late, last night.
Yes.
You were sleeping by the time I got in.
Why didn't you wake me up?
You were sleeping peacefully.
I figured, I'd let you sleep.
But why were you late?
Some trouble at work.
When will your trouble at work end?
Afreen, what are you saying?
I can't hear you with the vessels clattering.
Either do the work or talk to me.
I am trying to speak to you, Arif.
You are at home for a very short time.
Whenever you are at home,
I do my best to make sure that no matter what I do
I should speak to you.
It was better, when you had no work.
Really? Are you praying that I don't have anything to do?
I am not saying that.
I am thankful to God for giving us so much.
We have a huge house, a huge sofa, TV, fridge.
Washing machine. We have it all.
But, what do I do with all this stuff, when you're not with me?
I understand what you mean.
You don't understand anything.
You are always surrounded by people. I am always alone.
Earlier, dad was with me. But now, even he's not...
You know
you've hugged me like this after so long!
I know.
We used to look for chances in that tiny house.
For dad to leave the house.
Now, look at us.
There's no one to see us or stop us.
But, we don't have the time.
I know that. Give it some time. Everything will be fine.
I am thinking of having a baby.
Really?
Good idea. Who will be the daddy?
Obviously you, rascal!
Why don't you say that, then? We should have a baby.
What do you mean, I should have a baby?
Yes, that's what I mean.
I am saying something romantic and you think it's comic.
Okay, fine. I was just kidding.
Now, tell me.
I said what I wanted to say.
You do something about it.
-Really? What should I do? -Yes.
Wait a moment.
Whose message is it?
People at work.
The delivery hasn't been made. Everyone wants the goods.
It's not there. Where can I get it from?
I am so stressed. What should I do about it?
Why are you stressed?
-I will think of something. -Yes, please think of something.
If you think, I will get the goods
and the customers will be pleased too.
-Really? -I am not kidding! Are you mad?
Okay, I'll bathe. I have to go to the office.
It's dad's birthday today.
What's the use? He won't accept the gift, if I bring it.
He won't come for the party, if I host it.
That's why we won't host a party.
I've arranged for a 'Kunde Ki Niyaaz' (day of prayer and offering)
in the locality with his folks.
Naem bhai and Farzeen appi will come too.
Just be there on time.
I have a meeting at 7 pm, Afreen. It will carry on till 9 pm.
Yes, okay. Finish the meeting and come at 9 pm.
-But be there. -Okay, fine.
You have to come at 9 pm, not at 9 am the next day.
Okay, fine.
The pager is ringing.
I will check it or it will keep buzzing.
Afreen, listen.
Arif, this is really stressful!
People from all over are asking for movies.
I told you so.
Work is very stressful. I am getting queries from Indian and Nepal too.
-What now? -Let's see. I will do something.
Darn, since Rajneesh Bhai went to prison
the business is ruined. Nobody gives us reels.
And these producers are acting really smart, since Rajneesh went away.
They watch everything like hawks, you know.
Who is taking their print?
How is it being taken? Where is it being taken?
They watch over everything.
We made holes in their system,
but that's closed.
What is closed? Who is Mahesh Kumar?
He is a fool. He's a nobody.
Is he going to plug our holes?
Does he think he's an ace plumber or what?
If he closes one hole, I will find another.
-An even bigger one. -Another one?
Let me handle it.
Tell me about this month's line-up.
What?
We have a couple of movies which were very difficult to get.
Listen to me.
Put four movies on 1 DVD.
1 new film, and 3 old movies.
-What's the rate? -Double.
4 movies at the rate of 2.
Sale, sale, sale.
-That's okay. But tell me something. -Okay.
You are nicely dressed, before you came to office today?
I didn't go there, yet. I am going there now.
Life is very stressful. I'm going to share it.
Okay. Watch your back.
There are too many holes in your life.
I'll be back in a couple of hours.
Sorry, sorry, you had to wait.
-Hey. -Please.
I am glad you called me.
I was really stressed out, anyway.
Why? What's stressing you out?
Mona ma'am, my life is like a race.
As soon as the race is about to end,
God pushes the finish line a little out of reach.
Then, I run faster.
I feel like I am just about to make it.
But the finish line moves forward again.
And the race just carries on.
But that's life, Arif.
If you get everything easily
then how can you be disloyal so easily?
That's true.
Okay, I have something to say to you.
Tell me.
I have to tell you that the things you say,
your style,
your smile,
are adorable.
And?
And when I am with you,
I forget everything.
Really?
Did you like my performance? I mean, was it believable?
Yes, it was very good.
Just pray that I get this role.
Pray? You will get it.
Absolutely! Nobody else can get it.
But I want a treat.
Forget about a treat.
Arif, you have to come on set, okay?
I will face the camera after a long time.
I really need a friend.
You must think I'm really crazy.
I have acted so much.
But I am still going crazy about another role.
You know what? Acting is like a drug.
When the audience forgets you,
it hurts terribly.
You know my greatest fear in life?
That I will be found dead in a strange room, some day
and nobody knows that I died.
Absolutely alone.
Unknown. Uncared for.
The one whose posters made so many fall in love with her...
Nobody lands up at her funeral procession.
Mona ma'am, why are you saying that?
You don't know anything about yourself.
If you come to my alley, people will leave the funeral to chase you.
The industry will remember it. Look at this.
Fans of yours. They will remember everything.
I am a fan too. I know it too.
Don't worry. You are not alone. I'm with you.
Whenever you need me, call me and I will be there.
I am right here. I will never let you be alone.
Happy Birthday, Abbu.
Amazing!
What an amazing birthday party!
Where's Arif? I don't see him.
He didn't come which is why you don't see him, brother.
He didn't attend his dad's birthday?
Don't be too happy.
He will come by 9 pm.
Be careful, Afreen.
Watch your man.
You may find that
he is hitting on other girls while saying he's going to work. Get it?
He may be involved with some girl.
It's my job to tell you.
The rest is up to you.
That performance of yours at home today...
It's like a reel that gets stuck and goes into a loop?
That loop is repeating itself in my mind.
For a moment I thought it's absolutely real.
So assume that it's real.
You're acting again.
What do you think?
Ma'am! Ma'am? Autograph?
-Thank you so much, ma'am. -Okay.
Who hosts a meeting at this time of the night?
All the big industry meetings are at night.
Mahesh Kumar is an animal. Be careful.
That's why I carry a weapon to keep him away.
Take care.
Good, good, good.
Sir, I've paid your son's school fees and boxing class fees.
What's the matter, sir? You seem very happy today.
Since the piracy rackets were stopped,
new investors are calling again.
If a single movie runs, then 10 films get made, sir.
A hundred families earn a living.
What was the name of that girl we met at the party?
-Sir, that was Ayesha. -Yes, call her.
I want to do her screen test.
Which film will that be for, sir? 'For your love?'
Sir, but, Ayesha is Sharad Kapoor's daughter.
She is very young for this role.
Sharad Kapoor should thank me.
She will get a role now, that she would have
done in the film industry after four years.
At least, she gets to have a huge launch.
A launch with Kumar.
Sir, but you promised that role to Mona ma'am
and this story calls for a mature heroine.
Come on!
How long have you been in the film industry?
The role is adjusted to the heroine's age in the film industry.
Earlier it was a mature love story.
Now, it's the love story of a 19 year old.
-Call Ayesha. -Yes, sir.
But what do we say to Mona ma'am?
She must have arrived here for the audition.
Don't waste tears over expired products.
Put it on the back of the shelf.
We will see about Mona.
If some lover of old films comes along, we will use her.
Don't worry about Mona.
Call Ayesha. Go on.
Praveen, let's go.
It's dad's birthday. Afreen organised the Kunde Ki Niyaaz.
Yes, I will eat the offerings served there today.
But, hurry up. If she gets upset, she will turn us to mincemeat.
Then, people will pray for us tomorrow.
Who could it be at this hour?
Did Rajneesh go and tell the cops everything?
Load the goods. I will check.
Mona, it's you?
What is it?
Can I come in?
Come on in.
How much longer should we wait, Afreen?
All the guests are sitting hungry. He's too late, honestly.
What's the use of making so much money?
He can't make time for his family.
If he didn't want to come,
he could have called and said he can't make it.
No need to wait.
Let's begin. It doesn't matter who comes or not.
Don't let him get away with it.
Mona ma'am, expose him.
Don't strip the clothes of the shameless.
Strip away their respect.
Hurt him hard
where it hurts him most.
-On his business. -We will destroy that punk.
He will be out on the streets, the animal!
That's why I came to you.
I got you things which can ruin him.
What is this?
You would know better than anyone.
These are censored copies of Mahesh's films?
The other two are by Fazal and Bajwa.
How did you get these?
Mahesh Kumar is the head of the association.
Many people give him their censor copies
to submit to the censor board.
That's it.
Just assume that these copies were waiting for me.
'Don't shed tears over expired products.'
'Put them at the back of the shelf.'
'We will see about Mona.'
'If a lover of old films comes along, we can use her.'
These are three of this year's most anticipated films.
Piracy was just a business to me for so long.
But Mahesh Kumar has made it personal.
After I am done with him, nobody will approach him.
Praveen, turn on the computer.
Let's prepare the first copy of this.