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'In the third round of the qualifier,'

'will KVCA defeat MNCA in their second innings?'

'Or will they lose, trying?'

'KVCA has taken a wicket!'

'What is this?'

'How can you play like this in the first over?'

'Look at him.'

'They've already lost the next wicket.'

'The team is done for.'

'The good thing is..'

'If this match ends soon, we can go home.'

'Only if we win this match can we qualify.'

But they keep losing wickets.

Up next is Rangan.

The match is just about to begin.

'Just watch.'

Rangan! Rangan!

Well bowled! Crack his skull open!

Come on. - Come on, Rangan..

Didn't I tell you?

'To stop Rangan from scoring a 100,'

'the opponent team has taken a drink break.'

'Will this hinder the match just as they wanted?'

Out! Out.. - Out..

Hey, you're wrong! He is not out!

'Dude, they will try to trigger you.'

'Not only your future, but all our futures depend on this.'

Come on, dude!

It's an easy wicket. He is scared.

It's the same ball. It's an easy wicket. Come on!

'Not just you, even your academy has no future.'

'Just like we thought, they have taken the wicket.'

'They have to score four runs in four balls.'

'Will Team MNCA win?'

Hey, what is this? - Hey!

Enough, dude. What you've done is enough.

And what they've done is enough too.

'What you did was for you.'

'Your ego.'

Sir, question him.

What a bad decision, sir.

'Your selfishness.'

Sir, he is doing it on purpose.

Get lost. - 'Your anger.'

'But you made one thing clear, dude.'

'Our lives are over.'

MNCA..

dismissed.

Dear. - Tell me, Mom.

Did you fold the clothes?

Yes, Mom, I did.

You did it today but who will do it tomorrow?

I have asked my sister to.

You play cricket.

Your sister will do all the work.

Dad.

I need your blessings..

What do I say.. - Turn around.

Look at her.

She is leaving despite what we told her. - Yes.

She is leaving to play cricket at the age of marriage.

She is an insult to this town.

'Everyone says that college life is fun.'

'But when I have to chase my dream alone, without my family..'

'I'm scared at every step.'

'With no one and nothing by my side,'

'I just believe in my dream.'

'I will come back after fulfilling my dream.'

'Then everyone's anger will fade and they'll speak to me happily.'

Dear, you are going to be the first cricketer in our family.

You make me feel truly proud.

Offer some to Dad. - Yes.

This is the dream of three generations.

And that frame is waiting for your photo.

Return with victory.

You are going to bring great pride to our Madurai city.

Mani. - Yes.

You're going so far on your own.

Don't forget one thing.

Don't miss the ball outside off stump.

I won't miss it, Dad.

I won't miss the outside off stump ball..

Nor will I forsake your dream.

Come on.

Let's go.

Did you carry your marksheet?

Yes, Dad.

Mani.. Where are you going? - Hey!

Didn't you leave for school yet? - I am on leave today.

Go. - The auto rickshaw is here.

Mani. - Yes?

Don't forget me when you start acting in major commercials.

He is not going to act. He will just play cricket.

Let him play well and win.

Later he can decide on cinema or politics,

and do whatever he wants.

Mani, if you play for India, we will make a banner of you.

The cab is here. - Let's go.

This is it. Get in.

My grandson is going to become a great cricketer.

That's why we are going to drop him off to college.

'Life is all about running towards what we want.'

'Even if we face obstacles and failures,'

'we can change our plan, but not the goal.'

'Because the ones who refuse to give up'

'are the ones who create history.'

Okay. Start the car.

'To create history,

'most people run towards their dreams all their life.'

'But some,'

'they just wake up.'

'Because they struggle to lead even a normal life.'

'I am one of them.'

You can keep this. It's not worth a penny.

Hey, this is paper too. Take it. - No, ma'am.

Do you want me to get affected by this?

Is this Covid to affect you?

It won't affect you. - It won't?

These are women's horoscopes. - Everything?

Check if anything suits you. - Ma'am.

I am married and have two kids. I am 28 years old.

Is that so? - Yes, ma'am.

There is one in our house too.

He is 37 years old.

For 15 years, I have been looking for a bride.

All I have left is horoscopes and photographs. - Ma'am..

I have asked to quit cricket several times.

Ask him to collect garbage like me.

He can open a shop, get married, have kids and settle down.

Well said.

Instead he's handling bats and balls.

We have seen many brides in the village.

Who are you going to see now?

Rangan..

The attire looks good.

You'll finally get a bride now.

Don't mind them.

Don't worry.

You are just 37 years old.

There's a famous star who's 47 years old.

His marriage just got fixed.

You still have time.

Sir..

My prediction has come true.

Your crush is coming.

My crush? - No.

The girl has a crush on you.

She was watching you at the bus stand.

I saw it.

I hope it works out for him.

I'm not sure how to ask..

Don't be shy.

Say it boldly.

My sister..

Sister?

You're lucky!

Be quiet.

Go on.

Can you help get an admission for my sister in your college, brother?

Brother?

Why is he leaving without saying anything?

Ma'am..

He is a PT teacher.

If he asks, they won't even give a free class.

You're asking for your sister to get a seat through his recommendation?

A PT teacher?

'Cricket is almost like life.'

'After the match is over, there is no use in hitting a sixer.'

This is Mani, my grandson.

He is going to be a great cricket player in future.

Very happy, sir. - Just ten more years..

Then the world will talk about my grandson..

Grandpa, behave yourself. - Yes..

Don't misplace the TC and marksheets, okay?

After ten years, your children will be proud of having studied with him.

My son is here to play cricket too.

What are you saying? - Do you need this?

You never listen to me.

Bro, please tell me what's written.

I have joined this academy because I'm weak in studies.

Why are you asking me to read it?

Mani.

Sorry, bro. I am not wearing a watch.

Bro, my name is Mani Kandan.

Oh, sorry! I am Veera.

I can see that. - Thanks, bro.

Did you join this academy because you find studying hard? - Bro.

I am a school topper. - Oh, you are a topper?

Then, should I ask another topper?

There is a guy eating leaves.

Shall we ask him?

Yes, let's ask him. - Come, let's go.

I think he has a snack shop inside.

Why is he searching for more?

There are two people sitting beside him

and he's completely ignoring us while eating.

Bro, are you waiting for the bus?

No, bro.

I am hiding.

Oh!

Is that so?

No one knows that you are here.

You are hiding well.

Thanks, bro. That's my speciality.

Wow, that's a good speciality.

He doesn't know how to hide.

Will he know if we ask him about the board?

They sent me here to get fit by playing cricket.

But instead of clothes, I packed snacks on purpose.

Hey, everybody.

No one joined this academy for their love of cricket, right?

No.

Then, who is going to save the Indian team?

Let the players worry about that. Why should we?

Correct.

Here. - Thank you, ma'am.

Here. - Thank you, ma'am.

Uncle!

Do I look like..

Forget it.

I called him though..

Uncle, where is Mani?

He is here. - Hi.

Have you completed the admission process?

They will complete it.

What about you?

I have completed it. - Okay.

I'll go pay the fees. - Sure.

Bye, grandpa.

Hey, Mani.

You shouldn't be afraid to talk to girls.

They will ask for photos and selfies.

If it's a new girl, you shouldn't be afraid or feel shy.

Do you understand?

Who said she's a new girl?

I have been trying to talk to her since school.

So far, I've only been trying.

It scares me when she comes close to me.

But I won't give up this time.

I joined this college for her sake. - You joined this college for her?

What is this, Mani?

What did you say?

This has been the dream of three generations.

I thought you'd be a great player but you are chasing a girl.

Don't shout, Dad!

Everyone is watching. She might hear us.

Didn't you listen to me? Would it be a problem if she heard?

What is going on? Say something, Grandpa.

Don't shout. - What is the problem, sir?

Who are you? - What happened?

I am Theo.

Theovathy. I am the student pupil leader.

Tell me what your problem is. - Keep quiet..

We will solve it.

I know everything about this academy.

But you know nothing about him. He is a bad guy.

Sir, I can understand your anger.

Everyone is watching us.

Come, we'll solve your complaints.

Come, sir.

Okay, let's go.

Why are the students looking here?

Finish your admission process.

Go.

Okay, let's go. - Go on.

Why haven't you taken your parents' signature?

Go and get it.

This form was given to me today.

The other forms have their signature.

My parents aren't here with me.

Don't you know you're supposed to bring your parents on the first day?

If you know someone, get the guardian's signature.

Go. Hurry up.

Who is he?

He is the one.

Wait.

Take this form.

Show me your photo. - Look.

Didn't your parents come?

No, he is here. He has gone to get something.

He will be back. - Oh, okay.

Get it as soon as he comes.

If not, I will get it from my friend's father.

Okay? - No, thanks.

I am good. Thank you.

Give it. - Hey!

Where is your father?

I want to get his sign. - Oh, no!

Don't get it from my father.

Stop kidding. I need to get the guardian's sign.

Oh!

Who is my father's guardian?

My grandfather.

So, I will get it from my grandfather.

Give it to me. - I don't care. Just get it signed.

Okay.

I think they're going to start the orientation.

Save me a spot next to you. I will be back.

Give the form. - Thanks.

Hey, it's Vinay, the actor!

Really? - It's actor Vinay.

He is really here! - I didn't expect to see him today.

Hey..

What is going on?

Be seated.

He is our chief guest.

If you all stay quiet,

I will ask him for a photo.

Okay?

Super! You are the best.

Next year, we'll vote for you in the pupil leader elections.

Enough. Don't overdo it.

Future looks very bright.

All the best, Theo.

Hi, Rishi.

What are you doing here, Dad?

Dads come for their son's admission, right?

I asked you not to come, right?

Rishi, I told you not to join here.

There are so many good colleges and academies.

Instead of those, you joined this empty college.

That's exactly why I joined this college.

I don't want to be your son. I want to be Rishi.

Please leave, Dad.

Come on, Rishi.

Even if you say that, you are still my son.

Even a father who has nothing takes care of his son like a prince.

You really are like a prince.

I don't want to live like a prince, Dad.

I want to be Rishi.

Please, don't embarrass me. They are all looking.

I am not leaving until I am sure you are in the right place, okay?

Rishi!

Rishi..

Hey, Thangam.

Here.

Hey, thanks.

Hello?

Hey, why are you sitting next to her again?

No, Dad..

She saved me a spot next to her.

That's why I sat here. - Hey, drop the act.

I don't get fooled twice.

'Not repeatedly. Do you understand?'

'I am watching you.'

Oh, Dad! The teacher is here. I'll hang up now.

Check..

I think it's a mic test.

Hey.

Will they begin the training from tomorrow?

Look, the admission process is still going on.

I think there's still a couple more weeks.

It will be fun.

What? These two weeks are a waste then.

If the training is in two weeks,

then when will they start the match, practice and tournament?

Hey, not a single induction has started yet.

This will all happen later.

Sit..

Welcome to Korkai College and Muthunagar Cricket Academy.

A place where talent is forged into excellence.

Some of you have joined here for the legacy of MNCA.

Some of you have joined here because your parents forced you to.

And one or two of you

have joined this place just for cricket, voluntarily.

Dhruv joined this academy just like that.

All he knew was cricket.

And later, he went on to represent Team India.

And I hope, you will all follow a similar path.

That's all we expect from you.

So, whenever you step on to the field,

remember,

you are going to represent the people who walked in front of you,

who built the place to what it is.

Your classes, family and friends.

You are going to spend more time in cricket than that.

So, make it worth your time and everyone else's.

If you dedicate yourself,

you will find greatness waiting for you.

But if you are looking for an easy ride,

just go back to where you came from.

She is saying that for you.

Thank you.

Thanks for coming, sir.

Shall we leave?

You want to go to the canteen? Come.

Ma'am, all okay?

This is a crucial year, Rangan.

We need to win.

It will happen, ma'am.

There is a lot of potential in the new guys.

Good things will happen.

My grandson has to become a great cricket player.

After ten years, his name should be the talk of the town.

Okay? - Yes, sir. They'll talk about him.

There are a lot of good players in the girls' team, ma'am.

You are Lara's father, right?

Don't worry. I'll make sure she focuses on cricket.

No, ma'am.

We brought her here because there's a sports quota in this college.

She might fail her classes if she focuses on cricket.

We want her to get a good job.

That's enough for us.

Okay, bye. - Okay, sir.

Ma'am, the team is going to be very strong this year.

Trust me.

Listen, Rishi..

What you're doing might seem okay for your age.

But as a father, this is not the right place for you.

These are our school photos, right?

Hey, are we at the right place?

At least, you are with me.

I think this is the right place.

Ma'am, things will definitely turn around.

This batch is my final hope, Rangan.

Believe me, ma'am.