LUCKNOW 2007
Watch the rascals dance to the beat
Of flying bullets, trampling feet
Watch the rascals dance to the beat
Of flying bullets, trampling feet
Drink it all, the booze flows free
Don't stop this dancing spree
I give you permission
Stop! Stop!
The thing is… those dance moves look too dated!
We need something like…
Like what?
You like rainfall?
Remember Ram Teri Ganga Maili?
I mean, you'll be dressed in white, and we'll pour rain on you.
The rain will come from your ass, right?
Ask him.
You know what a garden hose is? From that.
See, horny guys come to watch.
They're the ones who shower money.
And that's all we want.
I don't get it.
Can you teach me? I'll follow all your moves.
Besides, you're wearing white.
And by the grace of God,
you have lovely tits too.
My ID says Wafadar Singh, but my family calls me Dabloo.
Mr. Singh, how far have you studied?
I did a mechanical course at the Polytechnic in Kanpur.
What salary are you expecting?
Enough to run the house.
COMPUTER OPERATOR
This one, right?
-Okay, bye. -Best of luck.
Thank you.
I was so carefree once Now destiny is laughing at me
It all changed that fine day
I now spit poison since I kissed a snake
My heart was wide open He walked in with a mouthful of venom
I now spit poison since I kissed a snake
Can you show us your navel when you dance?
-Shall I rip open my top too? -No, no.
For my navel to show, I have to wear a lehenga, right?
That's the idea!
The lehenga should be worn low on the hips and the blouse high.
Better still, let me dance naked.
There's great demand for that too!
You'd earn pots of money… if you danced naked.
What's your bra size?
Wafadar Singh.
So, tell me, what role does the spark plug play in the engine?
Sir, an example? Take my Amma. To wake me up
in hot weather, she turns off the fan. In the cold, she pulls away my blanket.
Similarly, the spark plug wakes up a sleeping engine using current.
And when you press the clutch?
The clutch then tells the engine, "Brother, your work is done."
That is how the clutch declares its love for the engine.
Do you read scientist S.C. Verma or comedian Johnny Lever?
Answer me in the terminology in which my questions are posed.
Yes, sir.
Please explain the concept of torque.
It's the measure of the force needed to turn or rotate a heavy object.
The force that an engine needs to pull the car forward.
The force that's generated when the car accelerates.
It turns the engine into a horse that pulls the car.
For these heavy cars, we need torque to accelerate.
M = R x F, sir.
So if the engine is the horse driving the car forward,
why do we call the person driving a driver and not a rider?
Sir, even a horse-cart needs a human being to steer the reins.
You could call him a driver too.
My father used to say,
"Everyone's a landlord in our state, but no one knows how to drive a car."
"They steer cars like horses."
All logic and sense flew away Since I fell for him that day
He robbed me of everything Leaving me in jeopardy
While I believed he was the gift Allotted to me by destiny
He took my body and soul Not just a bit, not just a lot
He robbed me of myself in no time at all
I now spit poison since I kissed a snake
My heart was wide open He walked in with a mouthful of venom
I now spit poison since I kissed a snake
Namaskar.
Namaste.
-What's your name? -Rinku.
-What? -Rinku.
Rinku.
They call me Rangeeli Rinku in Kanpur.
You're very talented. You dance well.
-Thank you. -Here's my card.
Can't take it out.
I'm an agent.
Agent? Meaning?
I find work for artists.
Do you only dance on the stage?
Where else does one dance?
For the camera. In films.
You could still compete if you wanted to.
There's no age limit when it comes to shooting.
I know I could.
But I'm not keen on competing anymore.
So why do you keep cleaning your gun?
You wouldn't understand now.
When you stop dancing,
you'll treasure your anklets,
and then you'll understand.
Go and get me my massage oil.
It's in front of their father's photo.
Can I say something?
You two, don't be offended.
Go on.
I can't live here.
Why not?
I can't stay with Tony's photo sitting there.
When I see his face, I burn up inside.
It makes me want to smash everything.
You see, Amma,
I have no right to ask you to remove Tony's photo.
He's your son.
But I can't stay here, staring at his face.
-But brother is-- -He's your brother.
That's why I can't stay here.
I want my own space, my own home.
-Rinku-ji, that photo-- -She's right.
It makes sense.
Would you tolerate a photo of your father's killer in your home?
Where shall I put this box?
In the corner.
I need space to dance.
The room needs to be as empty as possible.
I don't like seeing you upset.
I can't bear it.
I know.
-I don't know how to tell you-- -I know that too.
I'm starting a new job tomorrow.
I'll be shooting my first music video next week.
I'm changing my name from Rangeeli Rinku to Rinku Raani.
Rinku Raani?
-That sounds better. -Doesn't it?
Shall I go?
-Where to? -Home.
What would happen if you didn't go?
I didn't let Amma know.
She's no fool. She'll get it.
Meaning?
Meaning, don't go.
Stay here with me tonight.
If you do, I'll feel safer.
LUCKNOW 2016
Third accident in three months.
Who's going to explain it to the boss?
The whole line needs overhauling. It hasn't been done since 1991.
-I reported it during the last inspection. -Where's that report?
I left it on your table.
Give it to me again.
-Okay. -I haven't read it.
Yes, sir.
Wait.
Remember the coal contractor I introduced you to?
Get his tender ready.
He's Minister Ambika Prasad's contractor. He's after my ass.
-Yes, Amma? -Why do you keep hanging up the phone?
A pipe burst. There was a big commotion here.
I had to hang up.
Tell me.
The police station called. They are releasing Babloo.
-When? -On Monday.
Who called you?
I don't know. Someone from the station.
-When does Tony get out? -Monday.
Will he be staying with you?
I don't know.
Amma is thinking about it.
Thinking?
Or is she decorating the house for her darling son's return?
-Madam, the shot's ready-- -Coming.
Why are you so angry?
I'm not angry.
I feel like dancing with joy.
Rinku-ji…
Tell me.
When he's sitting in your mother's lap,
who will you be?
Will you be my man?
Or will you be busy washing your brother's feet?
I'll be between the two of you.
The two of us? You'll go between me and him?
I mean,
I'll stay at Amma's and yours. I'll take turns.
Don't be scared. I won't tell him.
Won't tell him?
You think I'm scared of your brother Tony?
Tell him the truth about us.
If you don't tell him, then don't come sniffing around me.
And if he happens to touch you,
don't come near me without taking a bath.
-Get it? -Yes.
-Yes, what? -I'll tell him.
When?
Someone in jail was talking shit about you,
and Tony smashed his head in.
So his sentence got increased from seven to ten years.
It's better we talk calmly,
face-to-face.
Will you dare open your mouth when you see your brother?
If you get shit scared,
then come running to me, I'll show you real fear.
Let's go.
-Pranaam. -Namaste.
So you're Rinku Raani?
Yes.
I swear I've seen a lot of your videos.
I was dying to… dance with you.
Thank you.
If I watch your videos before bed,
I promise I don't need an aphrodisiac.
I mean, for my immunity!
What you doing shooting after?
I'll tell you, if you won't tell.
Trust. Trust. I'm a feminist. Tell me.
My husband is coming home from jail today.
I'm planning to murder the scum.
Come with me.
We'll fill his ass with melted iron. Terminate him.
Get me my shades!
Better get back to the shoot.
Badka, shall we start?
Sure! Yes, go ahead.
In these eyes of mine
Million lovers are locked away
See how many hearts are broken
Broken, broken, broken
They're waiting with watering mouths
To see when…
I lift my veil
You're my rose petal, my sugar
A hot wind blowing
-You're my wonderland -Get lost!
You're my rose petal, my sugar
A hot wind blowing
You're my wonderland
Today's the day to get high
Many are my whims
Will you ever get my drift?
Many are my whims
Will you ever get my drift?
Tonight's the night I share love
Let's see how long you'll last
You're my rose petal, my sugar
A hot wind blowing
You're my wonderland
You're my rose petal, my sugar
A hot wind blowing
You're my wonderland
Today's the day to get high
A little near, a little far
Let your hips sway
A little near, a little far
Let your hips sway
You're not the only one waiting Let me say hi to my lovers
There's only you in my heart
I'll empty my pocket for you
All the money in your pocket
Can only pay for one sway of my hips
You're my rose petal, my sugar
A hot wind blowing
You're my wonderland
You're my rose petal, my sugar
A hot wind blowing
You're my wonderland
Today's the day for drinking
If anyone rubs Rinku's name out, I'll come back and rub him out.
Open up!
Check your things.
And the kurta-pajama?
Want me to strip now?
Today, your Babloo comes home.
Alive.
He was in jail longer than you were.
But he didn't abandon me.
How do I look?
Tell me.
Now keep waiting for me forever in the afterlife.
Brother!
Dabloo!
Why didn't Rinku come?
Did she know you were out today?
I sent her a letter.
I've written to her so many times. She never replies.
She doesn't have a fixed home.
The shopping complex has been built.
I don't know if she's in Kanpur or Lucknow.
Are you high?
Didn't I tell you to look after Rinku?
You call this looking after her?
How could I? Amma and I left Kanpur.
I had to get a job. How else could I run the house?
Did you even call her?
No. She doesn't answer.
Which program did she win?
India's Got Groove.
-India's Got…? -Groove.
You haven't seen her since?
Once or twice. That's all.
You must know her address.
I know she works in films, but I don't know where she lives.
You're full of dog shit!
Totally useless.
How's Uncle Mughal-e-Azam?
Ambika Prasad is a Minister now. He mainly lives in Lucknow.
Yes, boss?
You were supposed to come to Kanpur. The Minister was asking about you.
I was on my way to the airport.
The police found out, so I missed my flight.
I'll get there tonight somehow.
He'll arrive tonight.
Hello.
Sir,
Pankaj Shrivastava has left Ghaziabad.
He's heading toward Noida.
He's in a blue car, plate no. 5043.
Sir, the blue car is coming toward you.
Bloody jam!
If I had some bread, I'd scoop it up and eat it.
Police.
Reverse!
Stay back!
Stop, brother.
Diwakar Bhavan? Who the hell's Diwakar?
He's the landlord.
Nice home!
Still on rent.
Where's Amma?
Amma!
Pranaam!
The floor's dirty.
Can't help it. You're unreachable like the sky.
No shoes in the kitchen.
Enough!
-Still angry with me? -Is there any point?
Do you love me?
I gave birth to you, so I'm forced to.
Don't get familiar.
I love you!
Babloo!
I love you. Say it!
Put me down.
-First, say "I love you." -Put me down!
If you don't say it, I won't put you down.
I'm feeling dizzy. Put me down!
-First, say "I love you." -I won't. Put me down.
Didn't hear it.
Put me down!
Your antics won't work on me!
One day, I'll make you say it.
Never said "I love you" to your father, so would I say it to you?
Come on. I'll warm up dinner.
Eat slowly.
You'll choke.
Why haven't you gotten him married by now?
Ask him.
The firstborn marries first.
Fuck that!
Have you found someone?
Yes.
Who is she?
Someone.
She must have a name.
I haven't asked her name.
You're an oddball. Haven't asked her name!
Actually, we haven't really spoken.
You play with dolls with her?
You live in a city but love like a small-town guy.
When I fell for Rinku, I laid claim to her.
I dare anyone to take her from me.
You got a photo?
No.
Why bother being in love? Forget it.
Amma, I'm done.
Why didn't you tell him?
I will, when I get the chance. He just got home.
What if he hears it from someone?
I'll tell him.
What will you tell me?
Amma was asking what you're going to do now.
I have to report to the police station first.
Then I'll look for Rinku.
What kind of work will you do?
I'm thinking. I could become a magistrate.
Right?
I might even run for elections.
Everyone's running for elections these days, right?
Why must you always stick to me like a leech? Move!
You've grown old.
My skin is old.
But my body is still like He-Man Dara Singh.
Want to see? Here you go.
-Must you always hit me? -Want to see?
How come you don't have any white hair?
Do you dye your hair?
Dye it! They're natural.
I massage my head with oil at night, so I sleep well.
Shall I massage your head?
Breaking news. The notorious gangster Pankaj Shrivastava
was killed in a police shootout in Noida,
-in the outskirts near Jail Road… -Pankaj used to work with me.
I startled him once, and he pissed his pants.
Two cops were killed in the incident.
The media is maligning the Party.
The Opposition is taking full advantage.
Sir.
PRAJA PARTY
We have a complete phone log.
All the calls were made from Minister Ambika's landline.
We also have a recording of his last call.
Pankaj Shrivastava used the same SIM card for two days.
-Okay. You may go. -Sir.
Mr. Ambika, start praying.
Tomorrow, the media will strip you naked.
I wasn't the only one using Pankaj Shrivastava.
Who'd believe you?
Every fight for freedom needs martyrs.
Think of it this way.
For the Party's survival,
you're being given the honor of martyrdom.
And if
the government changes next year,
you'll be the first they send to jail.
MINISTRY
Hello, Inspector. The Minister will talk to you.
Okay.
-Kamal, where are you? -Pranaam.
On my way to you.
Don't come to my official residence.
-I'm going to Kanpur. Meet me there. -Okay.
The bloody Party President made me do all the dirty work.
He got me into politics. Now he's offloading me.
What choice do we have?
What can I do for you?
If I was an internal security bodyguard, I would’ve done it.
I can't get within 100m of him.
It isn't easy killing a Party President.
You'll never get close enough to shoot him.
Remember that American movie we saw together?
Yes. She's My Tutor.
No!
The one about the guy who could shoot from a mile away.
Yeah! You mean The Sniper?
-What? -He's called a sniper.
-A guy who can shoot from far away. -Okay.
Snipers are part of the army.
Most cops don't even know how to use a rifle.
Where will you find a sniper in Lucknow or Kanpur?
Any shooters in Meerut?
They compete in the ASIAD games.
No, they can't shoot from so far away.
There's only one man who can.
Who?
The guy who shot the wrestler Bhola.
Babloo.
But he shot Bhola from two feet away, Puraane.
It's his mother who can shoot from a distance.
Babloo killed a bird in flight with a slingshot.
When he was ten, he could hit tin cans from 100m away.
I've seen him. He's a terrific sharpshooter!
His hand is rock steady.
That's why he's called "Nishaanchi the sharpshooter."
First of all, Babloo is in jail.
In addition, he went against me.
He didn't apologize or ask me to get him out of jail.
Why would he do anything for me?
I'll make him.
But first, I have to find him.
That's no problem if he's still in jail,
but if he's out, it'll be trickier to find him.
Can I help you?
Guru, show me the best and cheapest mobile you have.
-New or secondhand? -Second will do.
3,999 rupees.
4,999.
5,999.
What can I watch on this one?
Download ten movies in one go.
I've already loaded five new titles.
Any film with Rinku Raani?
Rinku Raani? Name of her film?
-"Chilly Nights, Sizzling Looks." -That's a song.
-Wasn't it a superhit? -Yes, a superhit.
Can you load it for me?
Who looks after Rinku Raani?
Rinku Raani?
-Sonu! -Yeah.
Who manages Rinku?
What do you want?
I want to meet her.
Her agent lives in Mumbai.
Really?
-You must have an address? -She teaches a Kathak dance class.
She trains kids to compete in India's Got Groove.
Her classes are in Triveni Nagar.
-Triveni Nagar? -Yeah.
Can I have her poster?
Shameless lout!
Come on, get out.
Rude bugger!
KATHAK DANCE CLASSES
One, two, three!
One, two!
One, two, three, four, five!
One, two, three, four!
One, two, three!
One, two! One, one, one!
Bye, ma'am.
-Bye. See you. -Bye, kids.
-May I go? -Yes.
Call him and see if he's coming, or I can give you a ride.
No, he's coming. You can go.
-Bye. -Bye-bye.
I've come in my shiny suit To take you away
The horse, the carriage The whole package is here
I've come in my shiny suit To take you away
The horse, the carriage The whole package is here
I brought my child-like heart for you
Come out of your house And see this excited kid
I've paid my penance for your love
Take me tonight or I'll be back tomorrow
I've paid my penance for your love
Take me tonight or I'll be back--
Aren't you happy to see me?
You're happy, right? Now get lost!
What's wrong? Don't you love me?
It's better I say nothing.
I'm back after ten years of rotting in jail. And all for you.
-You didn't even write to me-- -So you served time for my sake?
You take me for an asshole?
Tony, I don't want to make a scene here.
I'm respected here.
I'm not an ex-con street gangster like you.
Hey, Security! Get him out of here.
Who do you think I paid penance for? Served jail time to protect you.
The Lord Himself didn't tell me to fight for you.
Look, Tony!
If I talk now, neither you nor I will be able to handle it.
-We'll settle scores when the time comes. -What did I do wrong?
Don't touch me! I'll cut you.
If this man follows me, start looking for another job.
Please go.
Have you met someone else?
-Or are you too famous now? -Brother, please go.
Local liquor too rough for your fancy taste buds?
-Go. -Ashamed to be with an ex-con?
Get off me! Wanna die right here?
Ask the walls about me
Ask these lanes
These minarets
They'll say there was this crazy lover
The one in a million kind
Love has made such a fool of me
What are you doing here?
Nothing. I was on my way home. I stopped when I saw you.
What you doing here?
I came here to get married.
Let's go.
You'll come across some folk
Some will say I was a coward
Some will say I was a liar
Others will say
I was a poet
Let your heart
Decide the truth
Just take my name sometime
I did what I had to do
It's your turn now Take my life if you choose
Love has made such a fool of me
He came with a wedding band.
Typical Tony.
Everything he does is over the top.
He can dazzle you.
Ten years ago, he would've made me weak at the knees,
like a hero who had stepped out of the screen for me.
Did you tell him?
No.
Why?
Why? Must I be the one to tell him?
If I told him what I really feel,
he would have shot you.
Sorry.
What sorry?
I'll say sorry. Just go.
-No… Hear me out. -Forgive me, Dabloo. Go.
-No point talking to you. -Rinku!
I'm not Tony.
Sorry.
Why did he come back?
It would have been better if he'd been killed in jail.
I'm really sorry.
I got nervous when I saw him.
He made me realize what a coward I am.
He won't let go of me, Dabloo.
You have to tell him about us.
Namaste.
Yes?
Delhi informed us that the Prince left for Lucknow two days ago.
Where is he?
He's not at home.
-What the hell? -If the Prince isn't at home,
he must be in a bar.
I told you he's not here. Now go.
Maybe he's gone to see his princess.
You've made yourself a lovely palace.
You don't have a warrant, do you?
What's this circus then?
-Get out. Don't make a scene. -Ambika-ji…
Namaskar, Prince!
Lucknow welcomes you!
I was right.
He's reeking of unholy spirits.
So, Inspector?
You've moved cities with me.
Are you that fond of me?
You see, I was transferred here. A personal recommendation.
I was told to keep an eye on you.
So you can't fuck around without me knowing.
Ambika-ji sent me to warn you.
He told me to say, "Sonny, remember your place."
It's the era of live telecasts.
You'll go viral on social media.
I'll be off, Manjari-ji.
Prince!
Babloo.
I don't want the life we left behind in Kanpur to start here.
Let this house remain a home.
Yes.
Where's Dabloo?
He won't be back tonight.
He said he'd come home.
When did he say that?
When he left me at the bar.
Amma.
I swear, I won't screw up again.
I was so happy knowing…
that I was coming home after so long.
And you, me, Dabloo, and Rinku
will be happy together.
But you all look so unhappy to have me back.
What did I do wrong?
I didn't want to turn out this way.
They murdered Father in jail.
Was my taking revenge such a terrible sin that my own mother…
sentenced me to life?
Know what they did to me in the juvenile home?
I could never tell you.
I fought every day to stay alive.
15-year-old boys abused me.
They turned me into an animal.
If I had not fought back, they would've slaughtered me.
They'd pull my pants down and…
I didn't dare shower.
So I fought fiercely.
Amma, I swear on you.
I'm no longer Tony.
Your Babloo has come home.
You'll see.
I'll see.
You say the right things when you're drunk.
Don't forget them in the morning.
You still don't trust me?
I trust you.
I trust you completely.
But I don't trust your drinking.
You're lying.
-Have you ever heard me lie? -You're lying now.
You've always loved Dabloo more.
I've been your rotten apple, always.
You may be a rotten apple, but you're from my orchard.
Amma, don't humor me.
Tell me the truth.
Do you believe me?
I will believe you when I see
the Babloo who fed on my milk is back,
not the thug who ate Ambika Prasad's salt.
When you start having faith in me, I'll come back.
Until then, pamper your truthful, dutiful Dabloo.
Babloo.
Babloo!
Tears fell…
Eight, seven, five,
four, three, two, one!
Ambika-ji misses you.
He said, "Bring me my Babloo. My Tony."
Tell him Tony is dead.
He's a very powerful man now.
He can solve all your problems.
He'll make your future rosy.
Do his job. He'll give you wings,
and you can fly anywhere you want.
Tony is dead.
I am Babloo.
Okay. To hell with Tony!
-Babloo Nishaanchi will do as well. -The name is Babloo Singh.
Mark my words. An ex-convict has no life, no name,
no redemption.
Babloo Singh, choose wisely, while you still have the chance,
or there'll be consequences.
I'll take the consequences.
Give it to me.
In my gold-plated dream
-I see my bridal suite fading… -Can I get a room under 500 rupees?
-No shade… -Top floor?
Yes, that one.
No oasis, no resting place
Tears fell
Dabloo.
If you don't tell Tony about us today,
then I'll tell him.
Someone seemed to pull at me
A bottle of arrack.
Crushing my heart in their fist
Give me water.
Why didn't my broken wings mend?
I could never fly again
Tears fell
Hey! Where the hell do you think you're going?
My brother works here. I want to see him.
Stand back and talk.
Does he have a name?
Dabloo. I'm Babloo Singh, he's Dabloo Singh.
Wait.
There's no Dabloo Singh working here.
Look at my face. He resembles me.
-Step back and talk. -What's going on?
This man is saying his relative works here.
My brother's inside.
Wafadar Singh?
Are you Wafadar Singh's brother?
Wafadar? Since when is he "Loyal Singh"? The double-crosser!
Sir, he's drunk.
If your wife dumps you, would you drink tea?
-Don't chew my brains. -Calm down!
-That's fine… -You have a visitor.
I'll be back.
I won't be long.
Have you no shame?
You know she's mine.
-Yet you took her? -Let go.
-I rotted in jail for ten years for her. -Brother!
For you.
Brother…
You dare hit me!
They tortured me for days so I'd name my accomplice.
But I gave them nothing.
Or you'd have been in jail with me.
I didn't want to rob with you.
But you did!
I didn't want to, but you wouldn't listen.
What?
Fuck off!
Brother, my mobile!
Come here!
When those bullies messed with you at school,
I fought them off.
You remember?
No one messed with you after that. Why?
I always protected you.
Did I ask you to protect me?
Did I ever ask for your help?
Always playing Shah Rukh Khan.
I was doing it for my brother.
I've done a lot for you too.
I didn't keep scores.
If I knew this day would come, I'd have kept a diary.
But you took Rinku away from me.
I took nothing from you.
Ever asked someone what they want?
You're so wrapped up in yourself.
Took what you wanted. Did what you wanted.
You decided for everyone,
whether they agreed or not.
You really believe you went to jail for me or for Rinku?
Do you know what she went through?
How would you know! You didn't leave her pots of money.
Or an army to protect her from Ambika Prasad.
You made it worse for her.
Do you believe you avenged our father's death for Amma's sake?
For years, I've watched her cry.
-First for our father, then for you. -You're talking too much.
What choice do I have?
I've been listening all my life.
You do all the talking. I have a lot to say too.
And I will say it.
Why go on about Rinku?
Ever worry about Amma?
I've seen Ambika Prasad trying to put his sleazy hands on Amma.
Where were you then?
She fought him off alone.
Now Ambika Prasad doesn't dare to look her in the eye.
You wanted to be everyone's hero.
But no one needs a hero.
People are strong. They can protect themselves.
I fell in love with Rinku on the day you introduced us.
But what could I do?
I was used to stepping aside.
Because you're ten minutes older.
I knew there was no point in my wanting anything.
You always took what you wanted.
I got your leftovers.
I know how much you love Rinku.
A storm can be exciting sometimes.
But it leaves devastation in its wake.
After you left Kanpur, peace returned to our lives.
You think you only need strength to fight or kill someone?
You need greater strength to change your life.
Try it once. You'll see.
I didn't tell you about Rinku and me because you were in jail.
You would've started a riot.
I didn't tell you Rinku knows that you killed her father.
She found her torn photo under your mattress.
She asked me about it. I told her what I knew.
But she's no fool.
If someone had told me such a big lie,
I wouldn't forgive them either.
It was the first time I had fallen in love.
I didn't want to lose her.
I couldn't let her go.
I could not lie or sacrifice my love.
Go on, kill me.
Shut up, bastard!
You shut up, bastard!
Hey.
Looks like you were in a brawl.
-Who were you fighting? -Let it go, guru.
Must you wreck everything today?
Why were you screaming?
Because it's all over for me.
Did you end it yourself?
I did nothing.
My life got wrecked because of you cops.
You suck up to gangsters like Ambika Prasad, make him a minister,
and bow before him.
You destroyed it all and won't even let me cry in peace.
Why are you cursing the police?
I'm cursing my fate.
And if you wrote it, then curses upon you too.
Blow into this.
What is it?
A Japanese hookah. Blow!
If I blow into it, you'll be blown away too! Understand?
-Are you going to do it? -Why?
-Go on, blow! -Wanna send me back to jail?
Let's go. I'm coming.
There isn't a jail wall left where I haven't written Rinku's name.
Assholes don't let me live or cry.
You calling us cops "assholes"?
I'll shove my baton up your ass.
No more breathalyzer.
Screaming like you've drunk a lake full!
I'll whip your ass.
Make the bastard sit. Don't know who he thinks he is.
Sit up!
Can I touch you?
-You won't accuse me of molestation? -Sit up!
I'm filing a case against you.
I'll tear your ass apart.
I'm being polite. The bastard thinks he's a big-time gangster.
I'll cut your heroism to size!
POLICE STATION - PRAJALA
He's trouble, sir.
Sir, he was screaming his head off,
like he'd swallowed a lake full.
Look, sir.
Seems like he was in a brawl.
It's a 323 Penal Code case, sir.
What shall-- Get lost!
What shall I do, sir?
If you want a happy country,
you should only have two parties.
One on Friday evening,
the other on Saturday.
And sleep on Sunday.
But today is a working day, so how come you were partying?
Bottoms up!
You're full of fucks.
I thought you were watching me.
Don't you know which party I was at?
Don't get cocky with me.
You're no boxer like Vijender Singh. Even he fights with gloves on.
Who did you beat up?
Or kill?
It'll stay between us. Tell me.
Guess.
-A clue. -Guess.
A clue.
Guess right and you win a dozen fucks.
So you're a wholesaler now?
Do you just get your ass fucked, or fuck other asses?
I do miss you… very much.
So, who was it? That girl?
Right?
Tell me who it was.
Let me guess. Give me the first letter of his name.
Come on.
Good that you told him.
Yes.
Why are you crying?
I never thought I had bottled up so much.
Your phone's ringing.
But I'm bound to worry.
Worry about how my brother is.
He doesn't have me or Amma.
Your phone's ringing. Switch it off or answer it.
Babloo's love for you is written all over your face.
But how did love turn into a brawl?
A fight between brothers. No big deal.
You could've fought over stolen goods.
Maybe it was about a girl. Or about land and property.
Our job isn't just about catching criminals,
it's also about stopping crime.
What would've happened if Babloo had killed you?
If you're looking for a reason
to send him back to jail, you won't get it from me.
Are you the reason?
Kamal-ji.
Stick to the rule book. It'll do you well.
Do you know…
how many followers I have on social media?
If I posted anything,
journalists and TV newscasters will target you.
Think carefully before messing with us.
Let's go.
Okay, go.
Come on.
Let them go. It's a family matter.
Rinku.
I've calmed my heart.
Do whatever you both want to.
I won't come in the way.
How generous of you! Giving us permission.
Thank you.
But the hole you've dug in my heart
can't be filled by your permission.
What should I do?
Shoot myself?
I don't want to cause your mother any heartache.
So ask her before you go and shoot yourself.
As far as I'm concerned…
I'm waving the green flag.
Let's go, Dabloo.
A storm can be exciting sometimes.
But it leaves devastation in its wake.
You think you only need strength to fight or kill someone?
You need greater strength to change your life.
Try it once. You'll see.
I will believe you when I see
the Babloo who fed on my milk
is back.
What's written in my destiny? I wander from street to street
My dreams are dead Crushed at the altar of sacrifice
What's written in my destiny? I wander from street to street
My dreams are dead Crushed at the altar of sacrifice
Mister, any work for me?
I'll do anything. I can carry stuff.
What's written…
What's written in my destiny? I wander from street to street
My dreams are dead Crushed at the altar of sacrifice
You say the right things when you're drunk.
Don't forget them in the morning.
I'm respected here.
I'm not an ex-con street gangster like you.
Swindling traders fill the world
Fakery, dishonesty, and trickery Are known virtues
Integrity is up for sale
The many masks stun even impostors
Cheer loudly for new banknotes
They make the mighty powerful
What's written…
What's written in my destiny? I wander from street to street
My dreams are dead Crushed at the altar of sacrifice
Can I help you?
Well, I really need work.
And I read that you need a helper.
Where did you work before?
I've measured the Lucknow streets. Up and down, but couldn't find a job.
You'll have to measure feet here.
I'll do it.
-You will? -Yes.
Okay.
-Rahul! -Yes, sir?
He's new. Show him the ropes.
-Have you worked somewhere before? -No, sir.
What's written in my destiny? I wander from street to street
My dreams are dead Crushed at the altar of sacrifice
What's written in my destiny? I wander from street to street
My dreams are dead Crushed at the altar of sacrifice
-How is it? -Nice.
-Okay, ma'am? -Okay.
-Will you try another pair? -No, it's okay.
-Is it final? -Yes.
Sir, number five for ma'am.
-I'll be right back. -Okay.
HELPER NEEDED
S'il vous plaît reads Silbatta
I gave you the knife
Bonjour reads Albatta
You have won me over
Why look at me from afar?
From afar
Come close and touch me
Touch me
Don't look at me from afar
Come close and touch me
Smash the door to my heart
Let's rendezvous, Raja!
Raja!
You look new to Lucknow.
Done anything worthwhile here? Or just kicking dust?
Anything fun going on?
-Ganjing? -What's that?
Your touch sets me on fire
It's all a big joke to you
Even if you don't listen to me
Don't leave me alone at night
Come close to me just once
Then shout out merci, merci!
Play the music super loud
Let's rendezvous, Raja!
Raja!
I thought I had stopped breathing.
Let's do it again?
Take it.
Come. It's ready.
How much?
Sir, I've stacked the boxes by shoe size. Can I go?
-All done? -Yes.
Can I help you?
I've come to help you.
Help me?
Don't fire me.
I swear on my mother, I've worked honestly.
Did I give you any reason to complain?
Of course, you haven't. But please forgive me.
I'm a very simple man.
A wolf in sheep's clothing is still a wolf.
Even if I listened to you,
the police wouldn't let me do business in peace.
Tell you what…
Take three months' salary for one month's work.
Lucknow is a big place. You'll find work easily.
Fuck!
Do I look like an alien to you?
Anjana. Hey, Anjana!
He's trembling like a leaf.
What's up? Why are you so angry?
He got me fired.
Who?
That paan-chewing pig watching from the cop car.
He's an old fart.
Let me go thank him.
He's coming.
Hey, brother, all well?
A towering inferno!
"I will burn sin to cinders."
Follow my advice. Come back.
Tell Uncle Ambika to take care,
and you take care too.
Same to you, back to you.
Today I am at Lucknow's world-famous Sharma-ji's tea stall.
Their samosas are most famous.
They are the world's only round samosas.
Why round? There's a story behind that.
Their samosas had become so famous,
that many in Lucknow started selling fake samosas in Sharma-ji's name.
Gradually, Sharma-ji understood his business would soon go bust.
He knew the potato recipe was the soul of a samosa.
So he put his recipe potatoes into round samosas.
I've been fired, and you're making a video.
Babloo-ji has just been fired.
That's why I'm treating him to the cure for all sorrows.
So why were you fired?
I was in jail for ten years. That's why. Okay?
Why were you in jail?
Get your phone out of my face!
You and your non-stop social media.
Don't you have anything better to do?
I was just asking why you were in jail.
Why is anyone in jail?
Because they've committed a crime, right?
If I were still a criminal, would I be measuring feet in a shoe store?
If a man wants to go straight, assholes won't let him.
If you want to dump me, you can.
You crazy? Why would I dump you?
One day you will.
Are you nuts?
I didn't love you to leave you.
You could live with me.
-You live in a rented room. -So?
You smoke, make videos, and see how you dress.
Now you want to live with a guy without being married?
-There'll be an uproar. -We can handle it.
Guarantee, you'll be thrown out of your room.
-We'll see. -Even if you owned your place,
there'd be an uproar.
Babloo, do you think you're out of prison?
You're imprisoned in your own thinking.
You'll be free when you change within.
Understand?
Asshole.
I earn, I feed myself, and pay my own bills.
So why does it piss off anyone?
No one helps me. But they're quick to criticize.
Why is it so tough to be in a live-in relationship in small towns?
I finally met a young guy after years.
He's more worried about society than about me.
Why, bro? Why?
Why is society so bothered about me?
And that's only when I'm with a man.
Weird fuckers!
What I cook in my kitchen is my business.
If I cook paneer or dal, what's it to you? I eat, I shit.
Sir, any work for me?
I have experience working in a shoe shop.
I won't give you a reason to complain.
No vacancies. Go!
Whatever work you can give me, I'll do it.
Didn't I tell you, guru? Go!
Hello.
Hello, girl.
Hey, girl!
Yes?
Kamal Ajeeb. Inspector.
I want to talk to you. Get inside.
I sent for these lychees from Muzaffarpur, especially for you.
They're not on sale yet. Have some.
No?
Anjana.
You see, I know Babloo Singh very well.
What's the plan?
I don't know what you're talking about.
Don't you recognize me?
Social media's Anti-Social Anjana!
When did Babloo get you hired at the jeweler's?
Why would I need him to do that?
I've been working there for eight months.
Anyway, I don't need anyone to recommend me.
That bastard Babloo works in front of the jeweler's,
and his whore is working at the jeweler's.
Who are you calling a "whore"?
No one pays me, and I pay no one for love.
Tell me.
Do I look like an asshole to you?
Looks don't tell you much these days.
The bitch has had enough.
Hit her! Earn your salary.
Want her to marry your son?
Now tell me the truth about Babloo Singh.
He's a great fuck.
I wanted him.
My grandpa used to say,
"When you go to a sweet shop, taste before you buy."
You've done the tasting.
You make good reels. This is a whole film.
Shall I release it?
Everyone will see you licking him.
Animal Instincts.
A super hit, blockbuster.
Seen anyone that hungry?
Did he smear honey over his face?
I don't know about honey,
but his lips tasted as sweet as an imarti.
You don't believe me? Taste them yourself.
Tell me the truth.
The truth is, I am social media's Anti-Social Anjana.
Please get rid of her anti-social nonsense.
-Come on. -Come, I'll treat you to some imarti.
Now tell me the truth.
I'm telling you the truth, sir.
The truth is what I'm going to tell you.
Keep nodding yes. Go on!
Good.
So, when were you two planning to rob the jewelers?
-Amma. -How are you?
I'm okay. Jobless.
I had a job, but the Inspector got me fired.
They won't let me live in peace.
No one will let you go straight now.
Amma, don't lecture me.
I'm glad I didn't go to college,
or I would've been in jail for beating up the lecturers.
Babloo.
So…
Dabloo and Rinku are getting married.
It'd be nice if you came.
Amma, are you kidding me?
They're doing the right thing. They're happy with each other.
They didn't marry out of respect for you.
I want you to share their day of happiness.
It won't be a big wedding.
-I've only called the priest. -When's the wedding?
Tomorrow. It's an auspicious day.
I'm a walking-talking piece of bad luck. Right?
My coming may ruin things.
I wouldn't be able to forgive myself.
I'll hang up now.
My respects to you.
You were my only dream How could I walk away?
Others want riches in life All I wanted was you
I fell for you the day My needs overwhelmed me
I ran to the temple Praying we'd be together
Now that prayer has been denied
Hand on heart, I swear I speak the truth
Bad luck has struck me down, I cry out
That desired night will never come to pass
Bad luck has struck me down, I cry out
Take me tonight, or I'll be back tomorrow
Anjana.
What happened?
Babloo, run away!
He's waiting there. Run!
Where's your phone?
Where is it?
-In my purse. -Take it out.
The camera.
Now shoot your video.
If I don't come back, make it viral.
The quicker a man understands the situation,
the less his woman will suffer.
Get inside.
Come on.
You know Puraane? An old friend of yours.
-You okay, Puraane? -Fine.
KANPUR
Time to throw a feast!
Our boy has finally returned home.
Seems like he's forgotten how to pay his respects.
No problem, I'll remind him.
Look, Tony--
He's Babloo again.
Babloo.
Flaring your nostrils like a bull will do nothing for you.
Shove your pride, honor, and self-respect up your arse.
Get it?
I've ordered a special gift for you from Moscow.
Show it to him.
-English, English. -Show, show.
It is with great pleasure, gentlemen,
that I introduce you to the finest semi-automatic Russian sniper rifle.
It can hit a target a mile away.
No one can tell from where the bullet came.
Figure out how it works.
I'll tell you who to shoot and when.
The safe house has been prepared for you.
Got all the booze too.
I don't trust you anymore.
I raised you like my own son,
yet you betrayed me and didn't apologize.
Until the time comes…
you'll stay locked up.
Here's your bed.
There's booze over there.
It's a fortress otherwise.
Men with guns on both sides.
Ambika-ji will tell you what to do and when.
The number you're calling is switched off.
Bag.
See how the food tastes. I cooked it.
You cook?
Yes. I do a lot more!
Like what?
I sing, I dance,
and, you know,
I love too.
Love? Who do you love?
Katrina Kaif.
-What's your name? -Babloo.
Babloo?
Heard of Babloo Nishaanchi?
Are you that Babloo?
Sure, I am!
I'll give you a demo one day! Now eat.
How is it?
Delicious.
I told you so!
Okay. I'm off.
Lock up.
Pray to Lord Ganesh.
Where to?
I can drop you off on my motorcycle.
Shake hands before you go!
Let's go.
He's your target.
He's the eye of the bird. Shoot him like Arjun would.
You know how politicians are. They're never punctual.
When he's on his way, we'll inform…
Puraane. Not you.
That's when you'll get the rifle.
When and how you'll strike,
Puraane will fill you in with the details.
Don't leave any evidence on the rooftop.
Understand?
The person you are trying to call is out of network coverage area.
Babloo, get the bastard! Go.
In India, men fight over women and land.
What men fight over in Roos?
Power.
You have power cuts too?
What?
Women are very fair there, right?
That's why you fight over power.
See?
This girl… reason for war.
Tony is here.
Babloo.
Forgive me, my friend.
I didn't know you'd given all this up.
It was I who reminded him that you could shoot a target from far away.
Come.
-Puraane? -Yes.
Which minister does Ambika want killed?
His political godfather.
He appointed Ambika-ji an MLA, then a minister.
Ambika-ji's third godfather will die today.
Third?
You killed one, and I killed the other.
Me? Who did I kill?
Wrestler Bhola.
Forgotten when Ambika Prasad was teaching you how to shoot?
How I shat my pants when I was picking up the cans!
I killed Bhola because he murdered my father.
What is it?
Nothing. You're right.
Why look at me like that?
Like what?
Something's wrong. You look like I'm bullshitting.
Puraane, tell me.
Babloo, it's the truth. I don't know anything.
I just heard talk.
What did you hear?
Who told you Bhola killed your father?
The police.
What police?
He was quietly doing his chores in jail.
Some of Bhola's men surrounded him and stabbed him to death.
Kamal Ajeeb.
Yes.
So who killed my father?
I don't know.
I only know I was with Baba Lasan.
Bhola abuses his power in the world of wrestling.
Bloody unfair.
No wrestler is a match for Jabardast.
But Bhola always sends his son-in-law to compete instead.
Jabardast could flatten that guy many times over, anytime.
All the wrestlers are fed up with Bhola.
They think I should take over.
But that's impossible with Bhola around. Right?
Bring Jabardast to me. The Academy is yours.
Ambika Prasad took your father to Baba Lasan.
He got wrestler Sunil murdered by your father.
Then Kamal Ajeeb arrested your father.
He was only a constable.
He became the youngest inspector ever. A semi-literate man.
Look, Babloo,
if Jabardast-ji had killed Bhola, the Academy would be his.
And with him around, Ambika Prasad could not control the Academy.
So Sunil was murdered first.
Then your father was accused of Sunil's murder.
Ambika Prasad got Jabardast killed in jail.
Then you came along, killed Bhola, and Ambika took over the Academy.
I was with Baba Lasan, so he made me kill him.
And Baba's wealth was his.
He made you kill Baba?
How could he?
Didn't Baba love you? So why kill him?
Why did you kill Baba Lasan?
Baba Lasan-ji never married.
So?
He didn't like women.
So?
He…
He preferred young children.
I hated it.
I can see how he abuses you.
Being scared of him won't help.
Look, you're the only one he's alone with.
You're the only one he's vulnerable with. Right?
Turn his vulnerability into your strength.
Babloo, my brother.
Hello.
Amma.
Babloo?
Amma, forgive me.
What's happened?
Amma, you were right…
about Ambika Prasad.
Father and I were wrong about him.
Only you saw through him.
What did that bastard do now?
Where are you?
I'm going back to where it all began.
Hey, Babloo.
I have to finish what I started before I return.
I need your blessings.
You don't need anything. Just come back home.
If something were to happen to you--
I love you.
The Party meeting is over.
Everyone is against me.
The Minister's on his way.
Moscow! Time, time. Go, go!
The Party President will be honored here.
The convoy is on its way.
Shoot him as he steps out of his car.
Gentlemen.
Tony, you've been around this before.
But let's speed up the process, and I'll go through it again.
First, you have your shoulder.
Shoulder to shoulder. Yes?
Secondly, you want the lady to stand up.
Here you got your stand.
Next, we need to make the bullets fly.
This is why we put on the barrel.
So the barrel goes like this. You screw it on.
Then the long cone, this baby we like to call the silencer.
Up here, we can't be seen. We also cannot be heard.
The silencer goes on like this.
Then comes the magnifier.
This is your first scope. This gives you the distance.
All right? Very simple. Slide it onto the rails like this.
Loosen the nut.
And voila!
There is your Russian semi-automatic sniper rifle.
As a man would say, best of luck with that.
Is everything okay?
You have a hanky?
I… no see.
Everything foggy.
Everything foggy?
Just a little bit of dust.
You're wasting my time.
-Are we good? -I can't see anything.
How can I shoot if I can't see?
I assembled your rifle.
Now I'm going to alter the scope.
-See, see. -What's next?
-You see. -You want me to pull the fucking trigger?
You had orders to kill me as soon as I fired, right?
The truth, Puraane.
Yes.
I guarantee you would've followed orders.
You're not a bad man, Puraane.
You're just unlucky.
-They are on their way. -Okay, sir.
The VIP cars will park here.
So make sure no one else--
What's going on?
What was that?
Looks like we have a sniper, sir.
Get down, everyone!
Lie low, everyone!
A for assault
B for beating
C for cutting
D for dying
I'll sit on your shoulders And piss on you
Do you take me for a petty thief Or a ghost?
You should call me boss The fearsome sharpshot
E for extortion
F for fighting
G for grilling
H for hiding
I for investigating
J for jabbing
K for kicking
L for lying
Don't take me for a lightweight
You should call me boss The fearsome sharpshot
Stop! Stop!
-Jai Hind, sir. -Jai Hind.
-Sir, you'll have to turn back. -Why?
Security alert. There's a sniper out there.
-Sniper? -Yes.
What's a sniper?
You aren't safe here.
I'm not safe in my own state?
-Turn back. -Jai Hind, sir.
Sir, he can shoot us easily.
He either aims at our phones or at the flower vases.
What the hell's going on, Puraane?
The event has been canceled.
The Party President's car didn't even get near the place.
We've all turned back.
Puraane cannot talk anymore, Uncle.
Babloo?
And when he could talk…
Don't panic! I'm there now. I'll bring his dead body to you.
One doesn't shoot the corpse's ass. We'll be accused of necrophilia.
The entire police force is here. The enemy's surrounded!
You told me to bring Tony back. And I did.
Now you're saying to bring Tony's dead body. I'll do that too!
Could I say such a thing to you? You tell me.
No… Hello? Hello?
Do you know why the phone signal always cuts out in an elevator?
I don't know, sir.
I don't know either.
-Ever seen a blind man's wife? -No, sir.
The blind man hasn't seen her either. Same logic.
We've reached the top floor. Where are you?
Okay, I'm coming. Let's go.
Such a damn tall building!
What a nuisance!
You guys bring sticks to catch a sniper?
Do you eat shit for breakfast?
Come here! Guys with sticks, stand here.
Stand in this corner. Come with me.
-Come, sir. -Listen.
No one will kill him. He's mine.
-Okay, sir. -Tell me.
-Sir, there are two bodies lying here. -I can see that. But where is he?
Sir, we haven't seen him, but the bullets came from here.
-Check it out. -Yes, sir.
Be prepared to shoot.
Go.
Shout if you see that bastard.
Look in that corner.
Is he there?
No, sir. No sign of him. Come, sir.
Damn it!
Hello! Where are you? I told you to keep watch.
My eyes are wide open. I saw him go up.
-So where is he? -He must be on the rooftop.
I'm on the rooftop.
All I see are Puraane and the Russian, dead. No sign of him.
Keep looking!
He must be--
Where did I go wrong?
Was it teaching him how to use a slingshot?
To aim?
Or that I took him to the cops?
To that bastard Kamal Ajeeb.
Hello, Amma? Hello?
How could I have known he'd kill someone?
Hello, Amma?
Hello.
Rinku?
Or was it that I loved Babloo more than you?
When he was a baby, I believed he would be a big shot one day.
I'm glad you picked up.
I don't know if I'll get to talk to you again.
And I thought you wouldn't amount to much.
I thought that too.
Hello, are you still there?
Yes.
I know you know everything.
I also know why you hate me.
All I want to say is… forgive me, Rinku.
I didn't realize I would turn out to be a storm.
How could I have known I'd fall in love…
with the daughter of a man I murdered?
Why did you call?
To the bus depot?
Tell Amma I've dealt with Kamal Ajeeb.
I'll deal with the others in Kanpur. Tell her I'll redeem myself,
serve my time, and come back a human being.
Tell her to wait for me.
Then I'll do whatever she says. Babloo's promise.
Amma.
I waited too long…
to tell him how much I love him.
I was too harsh on him.
I didn't tell him because…
I was scared
he might think I approved of his behavior.
If he comes home now, I'll shower him with love.
The number you're calling…
I won't just stand there with a long face.
Say it now!
Call me Mantena, I'm Tony I make the impossible possible
Into your narrow chest I pump my 4-inch bullet
Station, police, grab, snatch Rumor, gossip, shout, flee
Every day's a show Mugging, hustling are my moves, mister
White vest, my gamcha Watching through dark shades, mister
I enjoy every step I take, mister Stop talking, show me the money, mister
Poor at math So the system's fully hanging, mister
System's fully hanging
Right, bro? Say it now!
Babloo has walked in.
He's carrying a pistol, not the sniper rifle. What now?
You're eating?
No one at home?
No.
Where's Ambika-ji?
He's gone to Lucknow.
He had an emergency. He'll be back tomorrow.
And the others?
They've all gone with him.
What are you eating?
Dal, rice with ghee. Do you want some?
-Shall I? -Go ahead.
It's so quiet.
Now the power's gone too.
Feels like a déjà vu?
Uncle!
I've never met a bigger coward than you.
I am a coward, that's why I'm still alive.
But today I feel brave.
When you go up, greet Jabardast for me.
The Almighty…
The Almighty
Has created such a whirlwind
The Almighty
Has created such a whirlwind
The Almighty
Has created such a whirlwind
The Almighty…
No one knows
When their time will come
No one knows, brother
No one knows
No one knows, brother
No one knows
No excuse will work
When the time comes
The Almighty…
The Almighty
Has made the strangest hearts meet
The Almighty
Has made the strangest hearts meet
The Almighty
Has made the strangest hearts meet
The Almighty…
No one has any power but Him
This is the heart of truth
This is the heart of truth, brother
This is the heart of truth
This is the heart of truth, brother
This is the heart of truth
Pain stings you the most
When your treasure slips out of your hands
The Almighty
Has created harmony and unity
The Almighty
Has made the strangest hearts meet
The Almighty
Has made the strangest hearts meet…
We've heard that many shots were fired.
The criminal Babloo Singh was killed instantly.
His body was found with a sniper rifle by his side.
Yes, you heard that right.
Police have confirmed that
he was responsible for the attack at the Party ceremony.
I saw him get into a police jeep voluntarily.
I even recorded it on video.
My name is Anjana.
I just heard Babloo Singh was killed in a police shootout.
He was an honest shoe shop employee…
who had already served his time.
I saw him get into a police jeep voluntarily.
I even recorded it on video.
And that's not all.
Before they arrested Babloo, the police even tortured me.
See for yourself.
If you'll allow me, can I drop you off at home?
We can talk on the way.
You heard what happened.
I never thought things would turn out like this.
I saw the girl's viral video.
I never imagined Kamal Ajeeb would go that far.
Go home. Take Rinku with you.
I don't know why Amma has gone with that man.
I was relaxing at home
when I got a call from an unknown number. I didn't answer.
Then I got this text message.
"Not sure if this is your number. You didn't answer."
"You probably don't have my number."
"It's Rinku."
"Daughter of the dance master you had murdered."
"Tony shot him. I know you're looking for Tony."
"He's heading to Kanpur to kill you."
You read the rest.
I told Babloo from the beginning to stay away from Rinku.
I knew she'd try to avenge her father's death.
If she hadn't alerted me about Babloo,
I wouldn't have called Kamal Ajeeb to handle it.
And Babloo would still be alive.
They killed him without checking with me.
I disgust myself.
I hope you won't hold it against me.
I never married.
I was never intimate with anyone.
I have carried only you in my heart.
This is neither Jabardast's home nor Babloo's.
It's my Dabloo's home.
Don't bring your armed men into this house.
Don't embarrass me.
Wait outside!
Come.
Do you still like your tea sweet?
Sugar doesn't suit me.
Jaggery?
The text message?
I'll return it in a minute.
Rinku.
If you were so angry with Babloo,
you should've killed him with your own hands.
Why let that bastard do it?
Get the milk.
I read your message.
I will live with it.
I am a woman, and I was a daughter too.
No matter how deeply Babloo repented killing your father, lying to you,
it wasn't easy for you to forgive him.
You're only human.
Just do one thing for me.
Dabloo must never know.
His love for you is pure.
It's his bad luck that he was born ten minutes later.
Whatever he got in life was leftovers.
Here.
Sit over there.
Tea.
Tea is here.
Thank you.
It's hot.
Can I say something?
Yes, of course.
Don't be offended by what I say.
I've been under a dark cloud for years. I want to unburden my heart.
Tell me.
I want you to unburden your heart.
I was so happy after I met Jabardast.
So happy with Babloo and Dabloo.
I had made peace with my fate.
Then you walked into our lives.
I didn't know if fate was testing me or punishing me.
No. It's my fault.
I shouldn't have taken Jabardast to Baba Lasan.
No.
No, Ambika-ji, you're incapable of making a mistake.
It was my mistake.
I couldn't understand or accept my place in your world.
An astrologer once predicted I'd cause someone's death.
Jabardast would laughingly say, "It's me you'll kill!"
Babloo would say,
"Amma, I am your Birju, the son you were destined to shoot."
One day, I really thought
it would be better for everyone if I killed Babloo myself.
I bought a bottle of poison two months ago.
You did me a big favor.
I didn't need to become "Mother India."
Maybe the astrologer read my future wrong or…
I…
I should go. It's getting late.
Won't you finish your tea?
It's with jaggery.
No.
Actually…
I've been advised to avoid tea.
I forgot.
I just remembered before I took a sip.
Namaste.
Get me my cartridges and glasses.
What's going on?
Pull!
Write your own destiny.
Don't let anyone else write it.
Take Rinku away from here,
to where she can dance freely, and you can watch her fly.
And you?
Manju-ji.
Pull!