Original subtitles

'No animals or birds were harmed during the making of this film'

'Come, most welcome Hope you are doing good?'

'Comfortable seats, no?'

'I want to tell you a story'

'St. THOMAS MOUNT, CHENNAI JUNE, 2006'

'This story is about a house'

'No...no, it is a story about a family'

'Want to know what kind of family?'

'Uhm...imagine a family just like yours'

'Laughing and squabbling Then patching up'

'An ordinary family'

'Okay?'

'Follow me Let us start'

'Once upon a time in a city'

As we keep shifting houses the size is getting smaller, pa

Rent is escalating, son

We saw it in the evening that day

It looks much brighter in the morning

The sun shines right through

Actually the area seems bigger than what we saw the other day, no?

Appa

It will be smaller after we shift our stuff

What is your problem, da?

You keep finding faults?

I don't like this house one bit

- For you? - I am okay with it

- Ditcher sister! - What's wrong with this place?

What's wrong, huh?

It is match box size!

Didn't we see a white house in Varalakshmi Nagar?

It was bigger and looked better

Rent was 500 rupees more

Do you know how much I'm paying as fees for you?

He'll immediately pick on my school fees!

Cribbing about just Rs 500

Appa, you're being 'Uncle Scrooge' about Rs 500 it seems!

'Ask sir to lift a load for a week'

'Then he will know the value of Rs 500!'

[sneering]

Don't act over smart because you study well

My dear bro

I'm in a Govt school for dad to afford your school fees

Be grateful for that

Kitchen is small, no?

That isn't a big deal

You'll never say you don't like it, no?

'APPA!'

Pa, he's fighting with me for shelf space

- What, da? - I'll knock you on your head

How come you hog the bigger shelf?

Girls have more things, so more space, da

[mocking]

- Why do you tease her? - 1 minute, dear

That room is only for you both

Adjust between yourselves

Appa and I can sleep in the hall

How can I adjust with him?

Pa, when we build our own home in the near future

Let's build a huge bungalow!

A separate room for me and one room for him

You'll have a separate bedroom

My darling princess We will build our home sweet home

- Okay? - Oho! Right

Joined hands with him?

Yes, I'll also give my ideas

Am I right, pa?

'Hello! Have you occupied already?'

Please come in

'Vanakkam'

You said you have 2 children

You didn't tell me they are so grown up

They were children

Now they are teenagers!

Didn't you tell me your son is a 12 year old?

No, sir

I said 'my son is in 12th grade'

And my daughter is in 9th grade

Then you mean to say I misunderstood?

No, sir

He may have been wrong about their age

Please don't misunderstand him

- Don't waste water, okay? - Okay

Careful when you shift your things up the stairs

- You may damage the steps - Okay, sir

Pa, why are they being so rude?

- No, dear- - Are they giving it to us for free?

We are paying rent, right?

Should we keep bowing our heads?

Not like that, dear

We have to adjust a bit

- Pccht! - Both your schools

My office

We must think of proximity, no?

Pa, I don't like this house Let's look for another place

I don't like this house either

Hey! Are you taking her side?

You are still very young

You won't understand

We can live as we please only if we have a home of our own

You'll say, 'wait for a few years We will get our dream house'

- That chap is so disrespectful to you - Hey!

Did you score decent marks in 10th grade?

Didn't that look like a mark of disrespect?

I'm paying through my nose trusting you'll come up in life

Focus on your studies, da

Or else you'll be a house owner!

I am hearing this from when I was in kindergarten

'We will soon buy a house' like a mantra

Always nit pick on me!

Why do you start a fight?

First, eat

'Sorry, pa'

You were right, son

I have been saving all these years to buy a house of our own

Pcccht!

It's okay, pa

I have been saving all these years to own a house in this area

I feel

We shouldn't wait

I have saved around 7.5 lakhs

We can buy in the suburbs

Shall we start looking for a house?

The sooner the better

No one can question us or be rude

'3 BHK'

A huge kitchen for amma

Very spacious Modular kitchen

Hey! Nothing for our dad?

- Poor dad - Pa, what is your wish list?

What do I want?

A board at our gate

'Vasudevan & Family'

Pa...!

I thought you'll ask for something big All you want is a board?

You're such a waste, pa

Sir, do you like this place?

Ahhh...I'll let you know

It's a good deal Don't miss it

"One day out of the blue our dreams too will come true"

"Into the wide open sky fluffy like cotton, worries will fly"

"Each moment turns anew with grace Shining bright in Time's embrace"

"If thoughts be pure and bright that will do, to set things right"

"4 graceful doves, side by side In harmony, together they reside"

"Even if the birds decide to explore they need their nest; wherever they soar"

"Wow! This is all we ask for"

'It's a good place, sir'

Here, in Perungalathur

To get within your budget you are very lucky

'Shall I confirm it?'

"Into the wide open sky fluffy like cotton, worries will fly"

"Each moment turns anew with grace"

What, ma?

"Shining bright in Time's embrace"

I need to iron my uniform He's so mean, ma

Move aside, da

Hit it Sixxxxxer!

Why is he so rash? That could have been a catch

Pa, that's Dhoni for you That's how you should play!

Can't beat Dravid!

You're outdated, pa

- Check if we got that load? - I'll check, bro

Vicky?

Vicky

- Sir - I told you not to show this to me

Our owner's wish, sir

Just ignore him

How often does he come in a month?

I'm the one working Don't I know?

Sir...! He is in there

Has he come today?

Go...go

'Good morning, sir'

Come in, Vasu

Why are you maligning me?

Nothing of that sort, sir

Sir, why-

Why do we need that computer, sir?

What do I know? My son has bought it

Technology...! He says this is our future

All that won't set for me, sir

With hands clawed out My eyes get strained, sir

Records can be maintained easily, right?

Can it maintain as perfectly as I have, sir?

I have a ledger year wise perfectly archived, sir

Ask me details about our load in 1992

I'll give it to you in 5 minutes, sir

Don't get hyper Continue maintaining your ledger

Don't I know how diligent you are, huh?

Why do you get tense now?

You think the film would have started?

Ask me now

Waste half an hour with your make-up

I didn't delay

Stop blaming her

Forever arguing with her

What, pa?

This area

I was supposed to buy 10 years ago

Hasn't it developed so well now, dear?

Don't feel bad

Shall we just take a quick look?

Only 10 minutes

Didn't you come and see Metro Nagar flat?

Maybe 7-8 years ago

Yes, sir, the one close to the reservoir?

Reservoir has been filled up Buildings have come up

Are you still looking?

What, sir? I have even become half bald

My situation is such, sir

- Any other- - No point just looking, sir

You should have the amount ready

- Have they come? - Let's go, pa

You should inform me, no?

What is your budget?

I was told 15 lakhs, sir

What is your budget, sir? Tell me that

We will look within that limit

- Do you have a budget? - Yes, sir

I have saved 7.5 lakhs, sir

Are you trying to joke with numbers like 7.5 and 8.5?

Can you buy here with that low an amount?

You can't buy anywhere within the city

Dad, listen

No need to check our account to know if we have the required money or not

They can easily guess by our body language

You work so hard 24x7

That alone won't do, pa

We need to have a clear goal

And a plan to achieve it

'Forget the suburbs, pa'

Just as you wished all along how much does a flat cost here?

15 lakhs

How much have you saved, pa?

7.5 lakhs

'Can we avail a bank loan?'

No

If we take a loan on interest?

Dad won't take that risk

How much can we save per month, pa?

Rs 10,000

Ma?

'If we sell all my jewelry we will get around 3.5 lakhs'

Be quiet, dear

- Did I ask you to sell? - Dad

We have already discussed this

Your dream of buying our own home is important

Please agree, dear

'10,000 x 12'

7.5

3.5

How much is it, da?

[calculating]

I'll do it myself 12,20,000

What has Vivekananda said about setting a goal, da?

My dear Miss Einstein Why don't you say it?

Focus on a single goal and work towards it

Fixed time Fixed amount

We can't achieve our target without taking these 2 factors

Time?

We'll keep our target as 1 year

'Amount?'

1500000 - 1220000

We are short of 280000

To think of saving and then buying

It is middle class mentality

We should start earning this amount

You are saying we should earn 2,80,000 so casually

Don't look at it in totality

If we divide it as Rs 25000 per month

It will be 3 lakhs in 1 year

We can reach our goal of 15 lakhs

Monthly

Rs 25000?

We can do it, dear

We will do it

1 year

We will buy a house in that same place

'Vasu, God's offering from Shiridi'

'Take'

Your children are very clever

Very good

If you find me an extra job to do

It will be of great help, sir

You keep working day and night?

Good times will come your way

'Amma, appa is here'

I'll get Rs 10000 more per month from now on

Mehta sir helped me

I should work 4 hours extra

Amma has a surprise for you, pa

Why do all this?

I've said you don't have to work

How can you alone struggle to make ends meet?

Please

Aarthi is here to help us

We can somehow get Rs 15000 extra per month

Pcccht! Pa

It's not a big deal, pa

It's only for a short time

Only for a short time

"Are there limits where dreams can't rise?"

"Can a fence stop wind seeking the skies?"

"Even eyes carry dreams flowing to spread"

"Daily we dream, more than a hundred"

"With nights that nurture hope ahead"

"Thoughts deluge in my heart's stream Beyond the reach of all my dream"

"One day changes will favor Troubles will disappear forever"

"Therefore this dream, our family song Food for our mind & soul keeping us strong"

Aarthi dear

- Appa - Drop me at the station

Pa, Prabhu's school principal wants to meet you

'Your son has failed in Maths'

'He has to improve in Physics'

'Same with Chemistry'

'Then, he has failed in Computer Science too'

'Computer is the future'

If he fails in that subject he'll end up grazing cows!

Tell him, sir

Computer is the future

Study well

Vasudevan, he's lucky to have got a seat here through recommendation

We need 100% pass from our students

Our school's reputation is at stake

Take your Transfer Certificate

- Take your son from here - Please, madam

Please, madam

How dare you fare so badly!

Sorry, pa

He should have a bright future

Even if I struggle I'll make him study well

Our family is dependent on him

One last chance

He has to pass all the subjects in Quarterly exam

Thank you, madam

Look here

I've done all I can within my power

Your future is in your hands hereafter

If you pass, then come home

Or else just rot in hell

Don't feel too bad, da

I try my hardest

Put in my best efforts

But I don't seem to score at all

- I understand, da - 'Hey!'

'Why are you talking?'

I asked both of you to kneel down because you failed

'You share a great friendship!'

Even if we add both your scores it won't be a pass mark!

I studied in a Govt school till my 10th grade

11th and 12th will shape my future Saying this, my dad admitted me here

I would have been better off there

This speed is too tough for me to match, Aishu

They don't teach even if you say you don't get it

You shouldn't get stressed harping on the problem

You must think of a solution, no?

What is the solution?

Should I be the one to tell you that too?

I have an idea

Sampath Institute coaches very well it seems

Shall we join that tuition class?

Not feasible

Your dad will pay up for you

I can't ask my dad for extra fees

Prabhu, you got yelled at by our Maths teacher?

[hooting]

What is the problem?

None of them talk to you

They mocked me for failing

- I hit them - Hey! How could you?

The Principal is waiting to send you out of the school

Anger is never a solution, Prabhu

How much is the tuition fees?

Rs 1000 a month?

Lessons are very tough, pa

Pccht! Pa

Don't listen to him, pa You are paying through your nose for him

Ask him what crap he is doing in school?

- Shut up - Get lost!

I'm handling this Will you shut up?

You are aware of our savings plan, no?

Budget will be rather tight

Listen, dear

What's important is he should score well, right?

Pa, we have another option

Wake up daily at 5:00 a.m Study with utmost sincerity

Hereafter, I'll deal with him

Go

Hey!

Focus, bro

Sir

- Tell me, sir - Ask your son to come down

Son, you shouldn't be studying on the terrace

What's the problem, sir?

My daughter is in 11th grade She studies only on the terrace, okay?

Let them both study together

Study together?

You call that decent, sir?

Son, I have 3 daughters

You should behave yourself, understand?

Don't roam around in a pair of shorts like this

Dress decently

This man is always shirtless!

See you

Lunatic!

You go in, da

Prabhu

You join that tuition class, son

Prabhu

Hey Prabhu!

Pass it

I'm happy, son

Good improvement

I'm the one following his actions Give me some credit too

Next time you should do even better, okay?

"Oh wow! Some magic in the air"

"Blooming beautifully everywhere"

"This land, like the blue sky above"

"Changing slowly with a new-found love"

"Your bangles jingling is a soulful song"

"You are my musical rhapsody lifelong"

"Your laughter sprouts wings for me"

"You are my source of joy for eternity"

"In love's rush of adrenalin delight In depths beyond human sight"

"Even I melted away in this new wondrous sway"

"Mirrored in my eye's alcove Your precious face I love"

"Every time I see you I blossom anew"

"My leaping heart finds it way within you as haven to stay"

"You are the only one for me Forever and a day for eternity"

"I want some more Little bit always encore"

"With you and me here days stretch to many a year"

Aishu

What, da?

Let's both join the same college, okay?

You claim you want to join Mechanical Engineering course?

You know it is completely boy's department?

At least can't we go to the same college?

I want to take up Fashion Designing for under grad

I don't know if I would have coped with school life without you

Hey! Don't chill me with your flattery

I swear

Whenever I think 'Should I even go to school?'

I'll come knowing you are there for me

Aishu

Let's have an icecream?

No need, da

Why not?

My dad has many friends in this area

I don't want to get into trouble at home

Okay, see you, da

Ace your Public exam, son

Okay, ma

Prabhu

Score high marks in your exam

Aarthi, drop Prabhu

Let him not go alone

Why so late?

Nothing, da

- All the best - All the best, Aishu

'I've done all I can within my power'

'Your future is in your hands hereafter'

'Your dad trusts you'll do well'

'Our family is dependent on him'

'He should have a bright future'

'Even if I struggle I'll make him study well'

'Rs 1000 a month?'

'Budget will be rather tight'

'Next time you should do even better, okay?'

'Few Weeks Later'

Did well, da?

Don't know, Aishu

Okay, forget it

Today is last day of school

I'm going with amma to her home town

I'll try to come before we get our results, okay?

When do we meet next?

Take care

Don't get stressed till result is announced

'MAY, 2007'

Hey! Aishu akka on the phone

- Yes, Aishu - 'Today is result, da'

'Are you still in bed?'

Today?

'Yes, da, I am waiting in our usual grocery shop'

'Come soon'

'Amma, he is getting his result today it seems'

When did you get back?

I heard the News last night

I came so I can see our results along with you, da

Let's go

Tell me your Roll # First let's see your result

Tell me your Roll #, da

47

62

64

Hey Prabhu!

Pra-

Hey Prabhu

What's up with you, da?

I'm scared thinking of my future, Aishu

Pccht!

[cheering loudly]

Hey

What about your result?

Aishu...Aishu

Aishu, wait

Aishu, we can ask for re-evaluation

Maybe it is a mistake

Or you can write in August, no?

Please, Aishu

Say something

Shall we have an ice cream?

Huh?!

Aarthi dear

Appa

All of you are here

Super! I've come with a surprise for you

You know that builder?

I met him in person and asked him when we can fix a date for registration?

He was speechless

What happened?

Why are all of you so quiet?

Son, have you got your result?

What is your mark?

Hey! Get lost!

Why are you losing your cool, sir?

Why are you bothered about my son's marks?

You mind your business

You put the maximum effort you are capable of

We are fully aware

Beyond that it is not in our hands, da

Let's think of the next step

You...wanted to get into Engineering course, no?

Find out which is the best college

My marks are really low, pa

So what?

I can get a seat only in Management quota

It will be too expensive, pa

We have all voiced our thoughts

Your future is important

We can postpone buying a house

No, pa

Not the end of the world

It will be postponed for just 2 years

That's all

Sorry, pa

Hey! Attend to the next step

Okay?

'1 minute, dear'

Give him that money

Get the college application form

Go

'PALLAVARAM JULY, 2007'

'Vasu sir lost his cool and so'

'The owner asked them to vacate the house'

'Alright, so be it!'

'Pushing the target for another 2 years the whole family is on their feet'

'A few miles from St Thomas Mount'

'They rented a house in Pallavaram'

'Come, let's take a look at this house'

Pray to God with utmost devotion and pay your college fees, son

- Huh? - Okay, ma

'Forget about 12th grade'

Your future lies in the marks scored in college and the job you get

This is a prestigious institution

You are very lucky to have secured a seat here

Thank you, sir

Why have you opted for Mechanical?

Isn't I.T in demand now?

You can take up I.T

No, sir, I prefer Mechanical Engineering

Listen, my boy, generally I never advise any student

I'm saying this for your own good

Do you want only Mechanical?

Think twice about it

Such a long queue for a seat in IT So much in demand, you know?

Sir

You mean I.T has a brighter future for him?

I'm saying ONLY I.T paves the way for a good future

Computers rule the world, sir

Correct, sir

Computers rule the world now

Sir, can you give us 5 minutes?

We'll discuss and get back to you

Pa

I want to do Mechanical Engineering, pa

Wait, da From what he is saying

Looks like I.T has a better future

I don't feel good about it, pa

He is so experienced

How well-informed he must be

Coming from someone like him it must be sound advice

We are giving the money meant for our dream home

We've made a lot of mistakes

We must take the right decision now

'I generally never advise any student'

'I am saying this for your own good'

'Tell me'

Sir, I'll take I.T

Very good Give me your application

Hello, boss

Hello

You are sitting in the first bench

Are you that studious?

What was your score in 12th grade?

95 or 96?

72

Oh! 72%?

That's all the marks I scored!

I understand

I understand now why you chose the first bench

I don't understand

That's why

What's your flash back?

I'm from Karappankadu A village near Pattukottai

I got admission under NGO seat

I studied in a Tamil medium school

Can we help each other out, boss?

This is such a big classroom

Why did you select me?

I saw it written all over your face

- What? - You are as scared as me

What are you doing?

- I'll finish now, ma'am - Do you even know how to do it?

Give me 1 chance ma'am I'll finish, 1 second, ma'am

All talk, no brain

I say, get out!

I don't know what really gets into your head

Wasting your parents' hard earned money

'Hey! Isn't Aishu with you?'

'She's coming behind us'

Hi

'Anna, do you know a girl by name Aishwarya who lived here?

It has been many months since they vacated

Many months?

- Do you have the address? - No idea

Her father's number But it's not in use, my boy

'ONE YEAR LATER'

'Sir, we haven't got water for the past 2 days'

'I believe it's a problem with the metro line'

'Can you look into it, sir?'

Sir, for the past 2 days even electricity-

Sir? Hello...hello?

This house has only 4 walls, pa

I don't think the house owner paid for electricity and water

We should have thought of it when he lives so far away

It's dark even during the day

1 more year, dear

We'll move into a good house

Ma...!

Pa, I got my 10th grade result

- How much? - 465...93%

Fantastic! Super, sis

- Thanks, da - Here, sweet for you

You aced it! Good for you

What will you study next?

Biology or computer science?

Appa, let her study what she likes

It was just a simple question!

First think of a good school for her 11th grade

'Pa, I wanted to tell you something'

I'll continue in this school, pa

Why, dear?

No, dad

We have to save up money to buy our dream home, right?

Pa, please Don't feel bad

I'm being practical

Pa, I can study well here

Our teachers here do a good job

This is a good school, pa

- No, dear - Pcccht!

I can manage, pa

Has our boss come?

Good morning, sir

I believe you wanted to meet me urgently

Sir, I need a loan of 5 lakhs

Can you arrange for me, sir?

You usually never take a loan

Machi

Our semester results are out

Hey!

Prabhu

What happened, da?

I flunked a subject, da

Dai!

Are you mad or what?

I'm scared I'll keep failing, da

Why, da?

My family thinks I'll study well and make it big in life

My brain is allergic to books!

My sister scores brilliantly

And she's adjusting, da

For my sake

How will I go home and tell them I've failed?

I feel so ashamed

Drink some water

I've made up my mind, da

This won't work out

I can't waste my dad's hard earned money

- I won't attend college anymore - Hey!

- I'll go home and tell them - Listen

Prabhu, listen to me

Prabhu

Listen to me, da

Dai!

'Prabhu, appa has come'

Appa

I need to talk to you

What happened, pa?

Advance

We can have the registration on the date of your choice

This is what you said last time too

We won't miss out this time

- I have the full amount ready - Full amount?

How much?

15 lakhs

The price has shot up now, sir

2.5 million now

What are you saying?

I.T companies have come up nearby, sir

Rate has now sky rocketed

Escalation all over Chennai

'I will try my very best'

What if I am unable to fulfill my dream

My hopes are pinned on Prabhu

'He is doing his undergrad in I.T'

'Doesn't matter if I lose'

He will win for sure

That's good enough for me

I will win, pa

I have to win, machi

I have no other go

Attending school was a big deal for me

They won't even let me in

Me stumbling and struggling to get here is a story by itself

If you would've left I would've left too, you know?

We will finish our under-graduation

And secure a job on campus

That's our only focus

Super, dude

Plan with clarity and see it through

Listen

You said you would've left along with me

You flunked only 1 subject, no?

I flunked in 3, da

Anna

Come on, boys

- Start right away - Okay, anna

We will work here for a month

We'll use this money to pay the arrears fees

We'll use the balance money to buy books and guides to study

We'll work here every day after college

- You'll manage at home? - I'll say I'm studying with you

Vicky

What, si-?

Sorry, sir

Good morning, sir Isn't your father coming?

Father's health isn't too good

Aiyaiyo! What happened?

He won't come hereafter

I'll be coming

Just inform everyone

Your father is a good man, sir

Even my son's college seat

Your father recommended

Sir, regarding the computer

Did you want it placed there?

Yes, I wanted to tell you

Maintain accounts hereafter in the system, okay?

How will I do it in the system, sir?

Tally, use Tally to maintain accounts

I don't know Tally, sir

A month's time

If I don't learn Tally

He said he will employ someone else

Pa

Technology is rapidly evolving

We should also update, right?

How will I-

How will I learn at this age?

Pa, it's no big deal

You can do it

- Thanks, anna - Okay, pa

- Come whenever possible - Okay, anna

Amma

Your husband aced it

What is it? Huh?

I passed the Tally exam

You give amma

Pa

Super, pa

Prabhu

Shall we go to the terrace?

Have you taken up some job?

No, pa

I know the smell of machine too!

No, pa

I had to pay the book fees

I didn't want to bother you

I've worked in factories too

17 years

My father wanting to have his own business

...died leaving behind a truckload of debts

I was

17 years at that time

My brother

My sister

They were much younger than me

In order to make ends meet

I took up a job in a factory

All of them studied well

They are well settled in life

Only I didn't

Get a chance to study

Whatever

[clearing his throat]

What happened to me

Should not happen to you

You should lead a good life

Don't become like your father

You should study well and secure a good job

Don't think about anything

I'm here for you

Sir, I've filed the pending returns

There's no problem hereafter

Don't worry

Sir, I had asked you regarding the house

- 'Bank loan, right?' - Yes, sir

- 'I will look into it' - Okay, sir

I'm trying out something

Pray real hard

By mid January we should finalize the registration

You've been working without proper sleep for 3 days

Your eyes are red and swollen

Why are you speaking at a tangent?

- No, dear - No one in this family understands me

Drink your coffee

I don't want any coffee or toffee

- 'What did I say for you to get angry? - What did I tell you?'

- 'Why did you change the topic?' - You are mistaken, dear'

'From the day we got married you say this like a broken record!'

Prabhu, appa collapsed on to the floor

Come fast

'Appa'

Mild heart attack

Don't worry We'll save him

Heart attack?

Doctor, not anything major, right?

Come with me

Are there no elders at home?

Only I am there, doctor

First attack

He has 2 minor blocks He needs a surgery

It's safe if we do it right away

- We'll do it, doctor - Good then

Procedure will be explained to you Sign the consent form, okay?

Nothing to worry

I'm back to normal

Let me see you smile?

Did you eat?

Give your mother something to eat, dear

- Come, ma - Come

Go, dear

- Prabhu - Pa?

Was it too expensive?

You are back to normal now

That's enough

Tell me

I asked how much did it cost?

They performed a surgery, pa

It went well

Pa, the money

Pa, your-

All my money

It's okay, pa

Pa, please

'FEW WEEKS LATER'

Listen, my dear

Can't you rest a bit longer?

I'll come with you, pa

Vicky

How many heart attacks did Mehta sir suffer before he died?

After 2 attacks, sir

Don't think about it being outside city limits, sir

Perungalathur is a fast-developing area, sir

I like the house

- I'll confirm soon - Someone else is interested too

If you could pay me an advance

I can block the house, sir

I found a flat I liked

I'm planning to buy it

I took the liberty because you're my brother

If you will lend me the money

I'll definitely repay the loan

Why are you hell-bent on buying a house?

Why are you so stubborn, Vasu?

How many years since you spoke to our sister Chandra?

When she said you can never buy a house it was just a figure of speech

You took offence

You are stubborn enough not to talk to your own sister

Why this suppressed rage, Vasu?

The desire to buy a home

Doesn't stem from anger, Murali

A home

Equals respect

Don't you agree?

Let's be frank

That's best for both of us

You are not as healthy as before

You are supposed to take it easy

At this point, such a huge amount

On what guarantee can I lend you, Vasu?

Prabhu will graduate this year

He will definitely get a decent job

What was his score in 12th grade?

He's scoring well now

His college campus interview is round the corner

He will secure a good job in a big company

For my sake

Help me, please

Okay, I have an idea

Who asked you to go to his house?

Hey!

What did he say, dear?

Let Prabhu get a good job

Get me his appointment order

I'll give you the money

Somehow do it, Prabhu

"Thru' thunder, lightnin' cyclone, sun, pain"

"Through thunder, lightning, storm, sun scorching, pain"

"Thru' thunder, lightning, storm, sun, pain 'Toiling hands' - a phrase for all to gain"

"Even if God descends; no way Fireworks within me blast away"

"You can, so go ahead and do it"

"I said do it for your own benefit"

"Sharp as an eagle focused and free"

"What have you achieved, tell me?"

'We will get back to you'

"As long as the 'I' in me does not stop my glory"

We will get back to you

We will get back to you

We will get back to you

We will get back to you

We will get back to you

"Even if out of reach the sky I can truly touch"

Only one interview is left, da

That company is Zenith Code

It is very difficult to clear it seems

I can't even pronounce the name right

We have 3 more days for the interview

"We roam every alley It is a struggle daily"

"Many thoughts our faces hide Yet we study, side by side"

"The fire within me raging fierce while I toil - blood, sweat & tears"

"The monster within me never rests Pays no heed to Time or Place's requests"

"Till I win every challenge in word & deed the passion within me will never recede"

"We are 'last bench' students in class First graduate from our family at last"

"I am my own motivation forever"

"Crossing any weather Defying forces of nature"

"Thunder, lightning, storm, sun, pain 'Striving hands' - a phrase to sustain"

"Even if God descends, think again I am the firework that breaks the chain"

"To win for yourself, just do The power is within, I told you"

"Like an eagle, sharp and alert are you What have you achieved till now, dude?"

"To win for yourself, just race I said you have it in you to surface"

"Sharp as an eagle, focused and free What have you achieved, tell me?"

"To win for yourself, just do Your power is within, I told you"

"Like an eagle, sharp and alert are you What have you achieved till now, dude?"

"To win for yourself; just race You got the strength to surface"

Today

Isn't it your interview?

Yes, pa

All the best

"As long as the I in me does not stop my victory"

"Even if this town or its people impede I can, I will - I am born to succeed"

- Hello? - 'Sir, that flat'

'Let me know if you want it or not'

Please give me some time I will let you know either way

'That prospective buyer is pressurizing me'

'He is coming today also'

'And he is ready with the full amount'

Appa, see you

I'll confirm it today

A clear 'yes' or 'no'

"Even if out of reach the sky I can truly touch"

"As long as the I in me does not stop my victory"

"Even if this city or its creed I can and I will succeed"

"Even if out of reach the sky I can truly touch"

"Through thunder, lightning, cyclone, sun"

'Prabhu?'

"Thunder, lightning, storm, sun, pain"

Hi, Prabhu

- Hello, sir - Heavy downpour, no?

Cyclone alert according to the News

Yes, sir

You've finished 8 rounds of interviews

Are you tired?

No, sir

'But your eyes are really tired'

'You look like you haven't slept for 2 days'

I was preparing, sir

I saw your marks and answers

Good

Thank you, sir

Can you explain me the Process of Frequency Reuse?

Sure, sir

Frequency reuse is the process of reusing the same frequencies

...across the entire circuit

- We use this- - Stop, stop

Prabhu, you are repeating verbatim what's in the text book

Let's assume I am a common man

I don't know anything

Explain it in a way I'll be able to understand

Sir, frequency reuse

We use in all the communication system, sir

Banking, internet, communication

Cellphone

We use it in everything, sir

Why are we using it?

Why are we paying so much for it?

Sir, it's because

Frequency reuse

- Frequency- - Okay, fine

Leave it, Prabhu

Don't get too stressed

No, sir

Okay

I'll get back to you

What happened?

Sir, can I be honest with you?

Tell me

Are you rejecting me, sir?

That's one way to put it

Sir, I came this far

Why are you rejecting me, sir?

What do you think?

I couldn't explain the Frequency Reuse Process

No

I'll be direct with you because you asked

I saw your answer sheet

You memorized and puked everything

Didn't understand and study

You lack the skills to practically apply concepts

In short, you have an engineering degree

But you are not an engineer

From your entire college I have selected only 1 student

Yeah, that guy

You've selected a very deserving candidate, sir

All the best, Prabhu

I'm sure you'll get a decent job

'Sir, tell me'

That flat

Give it to that party

I couldn't arrange the money

Appa

Sorry, pa

'PERUNGALATHUR JUNE, 2011'

'After the '5 star' experience they suffered in that house'

'Enough is enough!'

'Wanting a well ventilated house, with rain not playing havoc within their 4 walls'

'They searched high and low and finally found this house'

'Huge disadvantage? They can rent a house in this budget only in the suburbs'

'Vasu sir's office and Aarthi's college'

'The journey was tedious in both time and distance'

'Imagine! They have to spend 3 hours a day in the train'

"A dream"

"A single dream"

"Born into my lifestream"

"A dream"

"A solitary dream"

"Became my whole life's theme"

"The price of that dream too"

"Merged into my life anew"

- Shanthi - Yes, dear?

You don't have to work hereafter

Why? What happened?

Enough, dear

Enough

"A dream"

"A solitary dream"

"Born into my lifestream"

"A dream"

"A solitary dream"

"Became my whole life's theme"

Hello, ma'am My name is Prabhu V

I'm calling from EchoDesk Can I take 2 minutes of your time?

If you order in the next 24 hours-

No, sir, actually-

S-sorry, sir Sorry, sir

"A dream"

"A single dream"

"A dream"

"A solitary dream"

"To fulfill that dream of ours"

"I'll burn as a flame for many hours"

"I am closing in"

"Zeroing in, on the spin"

"Watch me win"

"To my dream cradled for decades inside"

"The breath of my being, my daily guide"

"All I am, I offer lovingly"

"Whole of me, willingly"

"I surrender totally"

Prabhu

Appa

He asked you to try attempting this exam, da

"A dream"

"A single dream"

"Born into my lifestream"

"A dream"

"A solitary dream"

Vasu, coming only now?

We got a bit delayed

- Hi, akka - Hi, da

You must come from really far, right?

Bride and groom have gone to eat

What's up, Prabhu?

Found a job?

I'm still trying

- He's preparing for the Govt exam - Oh!

You're doing B.Com, right?

- Yes - Study well

At least you study well and get a job Take good care of your father

Life isn't that easy, no?

Hey! It's late Go and eat

Aarthi

'AUGUST, 2012'

What happened to you?

The results are out

Prabhu

Let it be

We have the bank exam, right?

Try writing that

I can't take it, pa

I cannot take it

Appa, I didn't get a job in I.T

I tried Bank exam and Govt exam for your sake

- I can't take it, pa - Why are you losing your temper?

Appa suggested what's good for your career

Easy for you to talk

Try being a burden living off your father!

- Then you will know my pain - Did appa ever imply that?

'Don't take up inconsequential jobs Your future is important'

- Told you to try till you get a good job - No need

Even if it's a petty job, I'll settle for what I get

'Prabhu'

You're angry assuming you're a burden to me

I understand your feelings

But don't say you will settle for second best

Your life will fade into oblivion

No, pa

Prabhu

Don't become like me

I can't bear this, pa

'I am failing repeatedly'

I'm tired, pa

Then think of my situation

[mobile ringing]

- Machi? - Machi

How are you?

I'm good, da

'The company is conducting an interview tomorrow'

I don't know if you'll like to attend

I just wanted to let you know

I'll attend it, da

- Machi - You look good

Dai!

Come, let's go

Prabhu, not just by our company

You've been rejected in multiple interviews

What do you think is the reason?

I'm realizing it only now, ma'am

Right from my childhood I was scared of being a failure

In school and in college

In all my interviews

Scared of being a failure I've made a lot of mistakes

If you had called me 2 days ago I wouldn't have attended this interview

Even yesterday I failed a Govt exam

My father didn't utter a single word

He just asked me to try for the next one and walked away

Watching him, I thought, ma'am

He never stopped due to any failure

He's always pursuing the next job

I won't be scared to fail anymore, ma'am

If you fail in this interview?

I will attend another, ma'am

No matter how many rejections and failures I face

I will continue to try

Continue working hard

I know to do that well, ma'am

What's the verdict?

Thanks, da

Super, da

You'll do well, son All the best

"A dream"

"A single dream"

"Born into my lifestream"

"A dream"

"A solitary dream"

"Became my whole life's theme"

"To fulfill that dream of ours"

"I'll burn as a flame for many hours"

"I am closing in"

"Zeroing in, on the spin"

"All set to win"

Congrats, Prabhu

You've upheld our trust in you

Tremendous improvement

Keep it up

Thank you, sir

Your probation time is over

From now on, you are a confirmed employee

Congratulations

- Thank you, ma'am - 'We won't fire you'

'You may switch to another company soon'

That's her hint to you!

Kalai sir Thank you, sir

Sir...get going, sir

'5 YEARS LATER'

- Awesome, right? - Let's see

Hey, where have you brought us?

Come, pa

- Come, pa - Why such a grand place?

We'll tell you First go in

- No, da - Come inside, pa

Ma, tell him to come

- Shanthi - Just come

- Security is watching - Come, ma

- Come, pa - Let's go

'Happy wedding day, amma and appa'

Appa

Amma, coffee is good here

Want me to order a strong one?

Why is everything so pricey?

He has started again!

Why are you laughing? I'll blame only you

Ganging up with them and playing the fool?

What game am I playing?

Don't act innocent

Pa

- Don't scold amma - Dai!

Don't give me such a surprise, da

This surprise is a shock to us

Pa, we have just 1 more surprise up our sleeve

No, even amma doesn't know about it

Amma

Our housing loan has got approved

For both of us

Tell me now, Mr Vasudevan

How's the surprise?

- What is this, ma? - Okay, pa?

How will we manage to repay this loan?

Pa

The world is changing

You can't buy a house without taking a loan nowadays

Even so

No 'but' or 'still'

You are a Dravid fan I'm a Dhoni fan

Come on

Shanthi ma'am Vasu sir

Let's go see our new home

Yes

Prabhu

Where is the broker?

Valid question, eh?

- Bro...? - Haahn?

'How can you be tired so soon?'

So soon, huh?

I've shown you 100 houses, da

Okay...okay

You want 2%, don't you?

You keep harping on my % and lock me in this game

Prabhu, for past 6 months, I've been on this flat-buying hunt

You're acting like this is the 1st time

Come, bro

Wonder who this is

Such a pain in the neck

Yes, dear

You know our I.T Prabhu?

I'm showing him a house

That's why...hu...hello?

She's a real pain

What happened, bro?

I told her your name

She knows I'll get back late at night

Okay, come

I've shown houses to so many clients

But no one has done this kind of analysis-paralysis!

Is that so, bro?

Thanks, bro

Hey, I didn't compliment you

- I was insulting you! - 'Come soon, bro'

'Appa is waiting'

- Yes, pa - Pa, the broker is here

- Come in - Prabhu, do you remember?

We saw a land here in this same Guduvancheri

10 years ago

10 years ago?

This building seems to be under construction

If it had been a finished building

I would have decided whether I like it or not

If I show you a finished flat

'Floor isn't okay Paint isn't good'

You even claim the owner has a bad face!

Tell me what flat you like in this stage

I'll assign a person for you and finish the deal

What do you say, dear?

- What, ma? - Do you like it?

- Let's say yes? - Do you like it, pa?

You are so united as a family

But you don't decide unanimously

- Babu - Yes, ma'am

It is bright and well ventilated

We like this place

Madam, really? Do you mean it?

Confirmed

We can block this flat

Thank you, God Great escape!

We should discuss the sq. ft rate to the builder

The fact it's a joint decision is enough to make me happy

Whatever the expenditure, I'll adjust, pay and do the needful for you

You must continuously update us on the materials, okay?

Another condition, huh?

Ma'am, start a group on WhatsApp

Add me to it

I'll send details of the materials daily

All of you can sit together and look

- Babu - 'Yes, daddy'

Can you take a photo of us?

Super, pa

Go ahead and stand

1 minute

'Sir, there's a saying in my village'

Change your mind after taking a photo

God will punish us

You won't change your mind, will you?

Okay

Stand close together

These are memories

'Smile'

This is the start of an auspicious event

Please guide us, God

God, till we finish this house deal daddy shouldn't change his mind

- Careful - Our guardian deity!

Murali?

Come, Murali

- 'Come in' - Who is he?

I came to share something important

For our Aarthi

I have got a good alliance

I don't intend getting married now, uncle

Aarthi

Wait, dear

Murali, continue

I know the family very well, Vasu

Very well-off, they own a lot of properties in Chennai

They have 3 sons

They are looking for a bride for their 3rd son

'Money isn't important' they said

All they want is a good girl from a decent family

I showed them our Aarthi's photo

- Be calm - No, Murali

We haven't thought of getting her married as of now

Good alliance, Vasu

Don't miss a golden chance when it falls into your lap

Give this serious thought, Vasu

Like our sister Chandra

Aarthi will be well settled too

Appa

Appa, let's go

The auspicious time has passed

Shall we go another day?

Sir, I'm telling you honestly

I never expected us to become so close in the very first meeting

We like your family very much

The bride and groom have had a chance to talk

'They seem to like each other'

'Fixing the wedding date makes sense'

'We can ask our family astrologer'

Maybe we can discuss other formalities too

Let us know what you expect us to do from the bride's side

Sir, we don't have any expectations whatsoever from our side

We don't expect money or any other trousseau

They want the bride's family to take up the wedding expense

Just do that

If you can tell us your protocols and preferences

I'll discuss with them and tell you, Vasu

I am very happy, sir

We will take your leave now

Okay, sir

'Vessels - 3,00,000 Jewelry - 10,00,000'

What is the matter?

The wedding expenditure

Adds up to 2.5 million

Are you serious?

Okay, let it be

Let's move on to our next plan

It seems to be a good alliance

I don't want to let it go

Pa, 25 lakhs is not a joke

How can we afford that?

I've arranged everything for the home loan

Now we don't have any source to borrow money for the wedding, pa

Now

No need to take that home loan

Let us perform Aarthi's wedding

Pa

What are you saying?

Don't question anything

If we can pull this off

Aarthi will be happy for the rest of her life

'That's enough'

- Okay, pa - Ma, I'm off to work

What are you discussing?

They want us to spend extravagantly Doesn't it seem wrong to you?

They want us to match their status

That isn't wrong, dear

Where will you get the money?

Are you joking?

You like that groom, right?

Are you crazy, da?

We chatted, I liked him

If it doesn't work out just let it go

- I'll forget him in 2 days - This wedding should happen

- Listen to me, dear - Pa, I won't agree

Pa, I'll convince her

Don't be a madcap! Come with me

Will you hear me out, please?

Marriage is not in our plan, da

What about our home loan?

We decided to ditch it

But why?

Aarthi, dad thinks all of us will be happy if you marry this chap

- You like the boy, right? - I will get-

You like that groom, don't you?

Don't think too much

Just agree to the wedding for our appa's sake

But it's our dream home, da

I'm there, right?

I'll handle it

'3 MONTHS LATER'

- Hello - Hello

Sorry, I couldn't attend the wedding

My wife told me the wedding was a grand affair

Okay, wait

Don't leave I'll be right back

Okay, madam

Now that Aarthi is married

If you have to buy a house you have to take a loan, no?

A small correction

The onus of repaying the loan for the wedding is on me

What about your home?

Forget it, bro

Can't we live if we don't buy a home?

I can't make a living!

I understand

You have spent too much on her wedding

I've never done anything for my sister since childhood

She is the one who adjusts for everything

She will be well settled, right?

That's enough

Appa is also happy

Just that I couldn't fulfill his lifelong dream

All of you seem to be taking turns sacrificing!

Looks like I am watching the Tamil film 'Surya Vamsam'

Sorry, anna

Till the very end I couldn't pay you the 2% commission I owed

'Which client has been prompt!'

At least have a sweet

Thanks

How much did you spend for the wedding?

Rs 35 lakhs, bro

Here

Prabhu, I need a small favor

A new joinee

Can you help with the joining process?

'Aishwarya'

Hi, sir

Hi

[mobile ringing]

1 second

Tell me, pa

Come, Prabhu

You asked me to come home urgently?

Ma, 1 cup coffee please

Nothing, Prabhu

Sundar sir is known to me

He holds a high position in the Income Tax department

He has only one daughter

He's looking for a good match for her

I told him about you

Pa

Marriage?

You are already 30, da

Pa

I have to repay our loan I have so many commitments

Don't start this topic, pa

Don't worry about that

It's a good alliance

You'll be settled for life

Hey...!

You've already decided, right?

Tell me then

If he is such a big shot

Why is he considering me?

- Why me? - It's nothing, da

There is a small issue

But he was upfront about everything

What's the issue?

Listen

She is his only daughter

She doesn't have a mother So he pampered her a lot

She is very short tempered it seems

She has already been engaged twice

And the wedding was cancelled

That means?

They were not compatible and they called it off mutually

What are you trying to say, pa?

They want to find a groom who will adjust with her short temper

You have reeled me in as the bait!

Dai!

- Your future will be bright, da - Pa!

Don't be crazy, pa

Hey Prabhu

- Amma - Prabhu

- Prabhu, listen to me - Coffee for you

Is this coffee important now?

Why is he blabbering?

Prabhu

I broke a coconut for today's prayer

I found a coconut sprout inside

That's a good omen, da

Good lord!

I think you're growing old, pa

You're babbling away

I can't do it That's final

'6 MONTHS LATER'

Beautiful

Looks good, right?

Almost there

Just needs a few alterations

- Sonu - 'Yes, ma'am'

Can you maybe like reduce the length?

Give me a few color options that would match his skin tone?

I'll show you, ma'am There are a couple of them

Please select at least today

Your engagement is day after tomorrow

I've never seen you decked up like this, da

Of course you have

When?

In 3rd grade when I played Tipu Sultan

Stop joking, da

They have bought it with so much love

It costs Rs 30,000!

- Pa, be quiet - Make it fast, okay?

Something's off

Looks good, right?

Shall we go down?

- Aarthi didn't come? - She has work at home

- That's why - Oho! You go downstairs

- Shall we? - Go, dear

Prabhu, 1 minute

Thank you, Prabhu

I was so worried you two should hit it off

Everything seems to be in order

All done, sir

You are handling her very well without even the slightest issue

Please teach me

Sir, do you want coffee or tea?

What will you have?

The coffee tastes good here

- 2 coffee - Okay, sir

I asked you to teach me your secret

You and your daughter are similar, sir

It's easy

So you won't share your secret?

'Lehengas' or sarees?

'Lehengas' or sarees? Which shall we select?

You decide, Madhu

- Can we see some 'lehengas' please? - Yes, ma'am

Hello? What are you doing?

- Sorry, ma'am - 'Be quick, please'

This one?

Yes, ma'am

Beautiful, no?

Prabhu...?!

What happened? You look pale

Are you okay?

Looks good

Very good

Beautiful, no? That's what I thought

Come, let me try it on

'Aishu?'

How are you, Aishu?

Are you good?

I'm good

I saw you suddenly I was so speechless

Same here

I...I felt-

How did you-

'Prabhu'

What are you doing there, da?

'Aunty, is Prabhu there?'

Why are you standing there?

Ma'am, he wanted to see other designs to surprise you

So sweet

Prabhu, come here

She won't like the design you select anyway

Thanks

Prabhu, this is our home

Give me your hand, Prabhu

House is lovely

What are you doing?

Why are you being so formal with him?

No, dear

He's our son only till today

After he gets engaged from tomorrow

He can't be our Prabhu

Everything will change

You aren't in a hurry, no?

No

Let's walk a bit

Tomorrow is your engagement, right?

Hey!

You must have a lot of work Why are you here?

Nothing of that sort

But I-

Wanted to see you

I searched for you everywhere, you know?

'Where are you?'

'What are you doing?'

I couldn't find anything

You looked for me?

I thought you would have forgotten me

Forget you?

I used to think of you often

If I had known your address I would have been at your doorstep

In college

Or in office

Didn't you have a girlfriend or fall in love?

Pcccht!

I was angry with you, you know?

You left without a goodbye?

I never told you about my family, right?

My father used to beat up my mother all the time

Alcohol, anger, affairs

He had all these bad habits

Home used to be hell

We had our Public Exam, right?

Just the night before they had a huge fight

My father hit my mother on her head

She was critical and admitted in the hospital

15 days during our exams

I wrote my exams straight from the hospital

I love my mother immensely

I was deeply disturbed

We left town as soon as amma got discharged

With the issues at home and my bad results

Life just flew by

Why didn't you tell me any of this?

I was happy only when I was with you

Thank God

We met a day before your engagement

If not

I couldn't have got even this evening with you

I'll go now

It's getting late for you too, no?

See you, Aishu

[ice cream vendor bell tinkling]

Aishu, shall we get married?

What...what are you saying?

Don't think about why where what!

If we let go of this moment, that's it

You either like me

Or you don't

Just tell me

"In the cool breeze I can feel your scent"

"Even with my eyes shut I know you are present"

"Though our eyes may travel far away"

"Our love will shine forever to stay"

Sir, I'm waiting because you came running so fast!

Do you want ice cream or not?

What are you saying, da?

What is this, dear?

I don't know how to say it, pa

- But this feels right - What is right?

I don't know what to say

How to make you understand

Madhu and I are not compatible, pa

My life will be good with Aishu

Who is she, da?

How can you decide in just 1 day?

You won't understand even if I explain, pa

Won't I understand?

I won't understand, eh?

I've raised you and Aarthi from the day you were born

You say I won't understand?

Why won't I understand? Tell me

- Appa - I did all this for your own good

Forgive me for hurting you, pa

Yes, I am-

I'm being very selfish

Aishu is a gem, pa

Appa

The life partner he likes is what matters most

Agree to his wish, pa

Listen, dear

Let him do what he likes

He should lead a happy life

All of you have ganged up?

Are you in your senses?

Did you think of that girl's life, da?

How will I face her father?

If you are adamant about your decision

Consider me dead

Pa...?

Sorry, pa

'VELACHERY DECEMBER, 2021'

'After that, Vasu sir stopped talking to Prabhu completely'

'Corona virus descended on us turning our whole world topsy turvy'

'Plus Vasu sir is a heart patient'

'When Prabhu was alone his prayer was the same wish'

'My father's dream'

'He should buy his dream home'

'Please, God'

'Make his dream come true somehow when he is alive and agile'

Appa, why are you standing here?

Oh! You came for your check up?

You are heading back home?

Let's go back together, pa

Did you book a bike ride, sir?

Aishu is crying

I don't know why

I was standing out on the road

That girl came

She asked me if I will ride pillion with her

Your anger has not reduced even a bit in all these years

Your attitude is wrong

Your anger is not justified at all

Do you realize?

You have changed so much

Your anger is not because Prabhu's wedding was cancelled

It is because you didn't get that house

What, bro?

6 days a week?

He has sent a mail to work tomorrow though it's Saturday

Yes, Prabhu

Sir, I got your E-mail

- What is this, sir? - I've mentioned it in my mail, Prabhu

You must have read it?

Sir, we work hard 12 hours a day

How can we work on Saturday too?

Hard work, eh?

You have no other go, Prabhu

Please go

I can't, sir

That means?

I don't understand

You have 2 options

One is you can go back to work

Otherwise

You can resign your job and go your way

Choice is yours

1 minute

If I were in your place

I will speak after thinking hard and deep

'By quitting in a moment of anger what will you do?'

You are lucky to have a job after the onslaught of Covid

Give it serious thought

And Prabhu

'Convey our conversation to the entire team'

I can't be wasting my time talking to them individually

Carry on

Do you know how rude he was?

Very sarcastic!

I was so mad I should have punched his face!

What are you saying, da?

What if it's a black mark against you?

You won't get a job anywhere else

Anger is never a solution, Prabhu

An appraisal is due next month

Then I want to look for another job

Focus on your work Everything will fall in place

Bank manager

Pick the call, talk

- Hello? - 'Prabhu?'

Yes, sir, tell me

'Congrats, Prabhu'

'Your home loan has been approved'

Sir, thank you, sir

Thank you so much, sir

'Get your documents in order'

I'll have everything ready, sir

- 'We will meet soon' - Thank you, sir

Share the good news with appa

Appa

Housing loan has been sanctioned, pa

[mobile vibrating]

Yes, pa?

Which hospital?

Sir, close it by discussing it right here

Domestic violence case

I'm sure you understand

- Yes, sir - Sir...sir...sir

1 minute, sir, please

Sir, let's discuss this amicably here

Don't register it as a case Please, sir

- 10 minutes, I'll be back - Okay, go, talk it over

Come, pa

Come on, pa

Prabhu

Aarthi

Hope you aren't hurt?

Go in and see for yourself

'Narrow escape, madam'

He could have lost his sight

He's fine, right?

We should put her behind bars filing a case of domestic violence

Why file a case, sir?

I'll apologize on her behalf

I'll fall at your feet, sir

Dad

- APPA - What is this, pa?

WHY ARE YOU FALLING AT HIS FEET?

- Did I ask you to? - Let me handle this, wait

Sir

It isn't because of your pleas

Our family reputation will be at stake if it becomes a police case

That's why I'm sparing her

Take her back, sir

Sir, take your daughter away

Just come away with us, Aarthi

Will you shut up and come? Let's go, pa

What is the problem, Aarthi?

I'm feeling tired now

Can we talk about this in the morning?

How dare you hit your husband?

'In these 4 years'

Has your husband ever hit you?

Is it 'violence' only if it's physical abuse?

Do what you wish

We spent so much and got you married into an affluent family

THAT IS THE PROBLEM, MA

That is the problem

You got me married without thinking of anything as they are affluent

That's exactly the problem

Do you know what sort of a family that is?

Temerity of being rich runs in the blood of the entire family

Psychos who think the have-nots should be their slaves

Elder daughter-in-law walked away with a divorce

Issues with the 2nd daughter-in-law

Do you know why they chose our family?

We don't match their status in society!

We'll be their slave, that's why

'Soon after I got married they stopped me from working'

Only I have to do all the domestic chores

'In these 4 years'

'Not even one day have I been treated as a family member'

I am an unpaid maid-servant

I have to even wash his brothers' underwear!

Why didn't you confide in us, dear?

You sacrificed your dream home

Borrowed money and got me married

How can I share it with you?

'That's why I put up with it for so long'

My desires My dream

All flushed down the drain

Before I knew it

I had a baby

I got cold feet

Nothing changed within those walls

Heart and body

Both hurt a lot

I tried telling her father

'I can't bear this kind of existence any more'

He said I have no other way out

For the first time I asked him

'Don't you love me even a tiny bit?'

He coolly said, 'no'

'Whaaat?'

'You slept with me and we have a baby' I said

'What to do?'

'I have no choice', he said

That was my breaking point

'Get lost, you idiot' In one strike I smashed his head

I pushed him from my life and walked out

[sobbing loudly]

Ap...appa?

Thanks, dear

What, pa?

Aarthi?

She was talking to me for a long time last night

Poured her heart out

She's sleeping peacefully now

Okay, dear

She asked us, 'is it violence only if it is physical?'

I am guilty of the same

'FEW WEEKS LATER'

Hey!

When do you have to be at the bank?

3:00 p.m

I have an appraisal in the morning

- I'll finish that and go directly - Okay

Aa...Aarthi, come

Hey! Congrats, bro

I heard you're signing a home loan today

- Thanks - It's such a big deal

Why didn't you tell me, da?

Should I get to know only from amma?

- Aarthi, I didn't- - What?

Didn't tell me because I am depressed?

I have been keenly noticing

You don't pick any squabble with me

You treat me with too much respect

Why are you behaving like this?

Is it a sudden gush of affection?

- Or a flash of sympathy? - Hey madcap!

- That's better - Will you shut up?

Okay, did you tell appa?

I didn't tell him

But he knows

Amma must have told him

Come with me

APPA

COME HERE

Your dream for decades

Prabhu is buying a house, pa

You saw how my marriage ended

Talk to Prabhu

Let this be at least one good event in my life

Please talk to him, pa

Prabhu sir Come in

We are analyzing your performance for this year, right?

'Let me ask you a question'

Control C Control V

Explain these keys to me

Go on, just tell me, sir

Copy, paste, sir

Very good

These are the keys you use half the time in your work

Coming to the point

Your performance

'Feedback, rating, all these put together'

I have pressed Control C + Control V from last year's report, that's all

'Ditto, as is where is'

No change No improvement

2.5 stars

Average, just pass I can say it in any which way

Sir, this entire year I have-

12 months, 6 days a week I have worked my butt off, sir

No tension, sir

You have worked hard

Therefore...?

'I detest this word, you know'

India has a population a billion+

Everyone claims to be working hard

Hard work doesn't make you successful

That's the harsh truth

100% right, sir

How much ever we work hard

Some random chap at the top will suck us dry

You have a way with words, Prabhu sir

Go back to your seat

Press Control C and Control V

No, thanks, sir

I'm resigning my job

Prabhu sir

Are you thinking rationally?

Won't just a keyboard do, sir?

Control C Control V

I can keep my head above water anywhere

Not easy to keep afloat, Prabhu sir

How old are you?

34

What will you do if you don't get a job outside?

'You are only a senior programmer'

'Not yet a team leader'

Okay

By scouting around walking up and down many steps

Even if you get a job through sheer hard work

'100% trust me on this'

'It will be status quo'

'Control C Control V'

A superior like me

'1000s of youngsters are jobless out there, sir'

All they need is 1 month of training

I can bring them up to your level

Haven't you taken up a home loan?

'Hmmmm?'

I care two hoots about you and your darn job

Accept you are average, Prabhu sir

Life will be much easier for you

Family, salary, EMI, home loan

25 years will pass by in this manner

Control C Control V

'Hmmm?'

'Prabhu?'

'Come inside'

- Hello, sir - Congrats

Finally

Please take a seat

Years of dream

Am I right?

34 years for me

Even more for my dad

You achieved it in the end!

Here you go Please sign

You just sign That's enough

I'll fill in the rest of the details

Control C Control V

'Control C Control V'

'Apple of my eye'

Your uncle will be home soon, darling

He will be home any moment

Dad, milk pudding is ready

I am waiting to taste it

Listen, dear

Remember to go slow on the 'payasam'

Don't keep tabs on me Just for today

Isn't it a special day?

Aarthi?

Find out when Prabhu will be home

I called him, akka He didn't pick up

Prabhu is here

Come in

Pa

Sorry, pa

- Prabhu - Sorry, pa

'Please forgive me'

I hate my job, pa

Sorry, pa

Prabhu, what happened?

Sorry, pa

Hey! What happened?

'Hey! Prabhu'

Get up

Come, sit

Pra...Prabhu

I refused the bank loan

Why, son?

Was there any problem?

No, dad

I said 'no' and walked out

Hey! What's wrong with you?

I DON'T LIKE THIS JOB ONE BIT

I am not respected

Each day is a living hell

If I sign on that form

Same desk, job, EMI

I felt I'll be caught for 25 years in a rat trap

Adjust a little bit

You will have a bright future

Pa, please, pa

Don't repeat that alone to me

'Adjust a little bit Your future will be bright'

'Adjust a little bit Your future will be bright'

Echoing in my mind from childhood

I don't know when that 'bright' future will dawn!

Looks like I'll die adjusting

Families like ours continue to cope hoping we will one day have a bright future

We have never lived in the present

I have never done what my heart thinks is right

School is decided on a random reference

I went to study Mechanical Engineering

Instead opted for I.T on a random opinion

I.T has a future was the general belief

DAD!

Information & Technology has a future, pa

I do not have any future in I.T

It dawned on me only now

'That manager told me harshly short of punching my face'

I am a failure in life, pa

Failure

Bad at studies A worse job

I try my best to fit, but end up as a square peg in a round hole

I feel like a buffoon!

It is so humiliating

You have no other option

We have to manage for our family's sake

That is not true, pa

We are fooling ourselves believing it's a sacrifice for our family

Aarthi's life

My life

No one is truly happy

If you quit your job?

What will you do?

A job I like

The money I earn

Respect

A peaceful life

That's all I want, pa

Hereafter, home and loan

No one needs to raise that topic

Hey!

You must never get stressed because of any problem

Shouldn't you think of the solution?

Look at me

I'm talking from my life's experiences

There's no connection between money and happiness

Take your time

Think leisurely and all by yourself

Do what your heart says is right

That's all

Go

Listening to my heart the first decision I took is YOU!

Appa

I've decided what to do, pa

I wanted to take up Mechanical Engineering

I feel that's suitable for me

I would like to start from scratch

Fully

From the beginning

What are you saying?

My dear boy

You are 34 years old

If you start from scratch now

Your career will go for a toss

That too in a factory

'Don't end up like me, son'

You are a Dravid fan

I am a Dhoni fan

I'll handle it, pa

You heard...?

What he is saying?

I intend applying for a divorce, pa

We have discussed it

Let bygones be bygones

We are restarting our life

Life is not easy at all

'You don't understand'

"Will I fall with regrets spilled? My dearest dream unfulfilled?"

"Will I take a breather to tick my wishlist later?"

"Will this too pass, stress-free to bring a life of calm to me?"

"Can I survive this phase to lead a life of bliss always?"

"Where has my dream disappeared?"

"My path is strewn unsteered with questions unanswered"

"Will I survive this stress entwining?"

"Does my dark cloud have a silver lining?"

"Am I the vast sea gazing wondrously at the blue skies way above me?"

"Will I melt into oblivion yearning to meet at the horizon?"

"Like a wave, likewise in my life I ebb and rise"

"I will rise again with certainty to turn my dream into reality"

"I live like a dream layered in my lifestream"

"A day will dawn for me radiating V for Victory!"

What is the matter, dear?

Oh God!

What happened?

Our children are leading an unhappy life

All of us are losers

We keep losing, Shanthi

Look at me, dear

Don't be upset

"Yesterday, today and tomorrow Past, present, future in a row"

"I am my own prop and pillar to stand on my feet, firm & proper"

"When the whole world is against me"

"I am my own solace duly I march forward bravely"

"Looking for the right path meant for me"

"Chasing my dream relentlessly"

"I walk daily; diligently"

"Just I, me, myself solitary"

"With injury and insults galore from directions 100 or more"

"My feet tirelessly tread nonstop across forests and mountains atop"

"Like a wave, likewise in my life I ebb and rise"

"I will rise again with certainty to turn my dream into reality"

"I live like a dream layered in my lifestream"

"A day will dawn for me radiating V for Victory!"

"Like a wave, likewise in my life I ebb and rise"

"I will rise again with certainty to turn my dream into reality"

"I live like a dream layered in my lifestream"

"A day will dawn for me radiating V for Victory!"

"Like a wave, likewise in my life I ebb and rise"

"I will rise again with certainty to turn my dream into reality"

"I live like a dream layered in my lifestream"

"A day will dawn for me radiating V for Victory!"

'SEPTEMBER 2027'

Problem is in the central unit of the machine, sir

That is

Like a human heart

Must do a check-up now and then

- Console ready? - Yes, sir

- Good show, Henry - Thank you, sir

Thank you so much, sir

Newspapers have to be distributed throughout our State from here

It's okay, sir

It will run smooth from now on

Hey

Only with technicians from Japan I was told this could be repaired

We are very lucky to have found you

Thank you, sir

Thank you

I know how precious a dream it is for you buy a house

I'll definitely do the best I can

- Thank you, madam - Thanks

Amma, watch your step

Prabhu, come soon

Aarthi, 2 minutes We'll come

Appa, let's go

Why are you making such grand plans for our wedding day?

Come with us, pa

I have to use the restroom frequently

Your mother

She can hardly walk

She got ready and left

Grandpa

What, darling?

Come out with us, grandpa

Are you planning to take us to a fancy hotel?

I was wondering how come he didn't start this till now

- Dad! - Okay

Okay, pa, we are going to the temple first

Temple?

Which temple did you say?

I'll open the Map

- Tell me - Driver knows, ma

Relax and enjoy, ma

Your area, pa

Ma

Let's go up

We can take the lift

Do you like the house, pa?

"One day out of the blue our dreams too will come true"

"Into the wide open sky fluffy like cotton, worries will fly"

"One day out of the blue our dreams too will come true"

"Into the wide open sky fluffy like cotton, worries will fly"

"One day out of the blue our dreams too will come true"

"Into the wide open sky fluffy like cotton, worries will fly"

Appa

This is Prabhu's room

This is my room

This is

...your room

My heart is overflowing with happiness, son

We have bought a home of our own

I feel like I have won my battle over this entire city

We have won, pa

Won this rat race

'This is the story of that house'

'This family's story'

'I can hear you ask, you seem to know everything, who are you?'

'I am the house briefing you'

'House means...?'

'Is it this house, the previous one?'

'Or the first house? Is this your question?'

'I symbolize all the houses in toto'

'How can you be all-in-one?'

'That's your next question?'

[endearing chuckle]

'A home is where a family resides'

'A house is not just brick and mortar'

'Our family'

'Our memories'

'Our happiness'

'That's Home Sweet Home'

subtitled by rekhs assisted by adhi & apoorva

subtitled by rekhs calibrated at AP International

"One day out of the blue our dreams too will come true"

"Into the wide open sky fluffy like cotton worries will fly"

"Each moment turns anew with grace Shining bright in time's embrace"

"If thoughts be pure and bright that will do, to set things right"

"4 graceful doves, side by side In harmony, together they reside"

"Even if the birds decide to explore they need their nest; wherever they soar"

"Wow! This is all we ask for"

"Someday all of a sudden; anew all our dreams will come true"

"Like fluffy cotton, into the sky our worries will drift and fly"

"Are there limits where dreams can't rise?"

"Can a fence stop wind seeking the skies?"

"Even eyes carry dreams flowing to spread"

"Daily we dream, more than a hundred"

"With nights that nurture hope ahead"

"Thoughts deluge in my heart's stream Beyond the reach of all my dream"

"One day changes will favor Troubles will disappear forever"

"Therefore this dream Our family song's theme"

Vasu

Chandra is on a video call

She wants to talk to you

Are you doing good, dear?

Good quality materials

Strong, just like your father

Frame these 2 photos

This is the present trend

10 years challenge

'Smile'

"One day out of the blue our dreams too will come true"

"Into the wide open sky fluffy like cotton, worries will fly"

"Someday all of a sudden; anew all our dreams will come true"

"Like fluffy cotton, into the sky our worries will drift and fly"