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SOME THOUSAND YEARS AGO [mellow music] [mellow music continues] Ah, Grandma! How have you been? Yes, dear. So then, where are your husband and child? They are by the woods. -Oh! -Why not fill your belly and then go? Nay, I must be going. I shall visit again later. -Very well, then. -Farewell for now. [continuous squishing] [continuous squishing] [mellow music continues] How am I to draw properly with you distracting me? Must you bother me while I am drawing? Has your art ever known imperfection? Come on, now! -Pathara... -What troubles you now? Ah, nothing. Should fate bless us with a daughter, she shall be as beautiful as the girl in your drawing. Yet my heart says it will be a boy. No, our bloodline is always blessed with a girl child first. Be it a boy or a girl, all I wish for is a healthy child. If the child bears a flaw, would your heart reject it? Why such words, Pathara? Why do you fear our child will be flawed? Even then, it would still be our flesh and blood. That is enough for today. Come, let your weary hands rest. Careful. [thundering] [heavy rains] [screams in pain] Pathara? What is happening to you? Pathara, is the pain too much to bear? I cannot bear this agony anymore. Go fetch Grandma at once. Do not fear. Stay safe. I am going to bring Grandma. Hold on a little while longer. [thrilling music] [agonized screaming] [heavily breathing] [thrilling music continues] Hush, now. I am right here. Fear not, child. Everything will be well. Breathe deeply, child! Arip, bring me that rope. Tie it firm. Grip this tightly. Fear nothing. Arip, fetch some water. Grandma, take this. God, please take away her pain! [agonized screaming] [ominous music] [ominous music intensifies] [shrieks] You mad old woman! Why would you throw my baby down? End its life. That is not a human child. [yells] Did you not hear me? Kill it at once! [heavy panting] [thrilling music intensifies] [heavily pants] [intensified thrilling music continues] [screams] [intensified thrilling music continues] [growls] [continuous growling] [howls] [sinister music intensifies] [growls] [chomps] [intense music] ABHI LITHO PRINTERS [screw fastening] Can't believe he's late even today. [mellow peppy music] Hi. Your loss. [peppy music] ♪ Shall I hit top gear? ♪ ♪ Shall I sing… ♪ Did he argue with his wife again? -Why’s he at the shop this early? -[grunts] Oh, no. I’m late today! Okay, time to fake some hard work. ♪ Like a top with no string ♪ Hey, what are you doing? Give me a hand. My hands are aching! Boys, is this any time to show up for work? -What took you so long? -We had to drag this all the way here. You fool! Magi, the machine bracket’s stuck. Can you take a look? Hey. Now hit the button. It should start working. I need to get it done. All the other tenants moved out. I'd love it if you vacated soon. Magi, the machine isn't working. Can you check? -Hold on, I’ll take a look. -Not here. Check over there! I will, man! Your uncle works really hard for his business. Check it before it gets worse. Poor guy's struggling. Come inside. He works here. I sent him to clean the machine. Ten thousand rupees? An urgent order… It’s an obituary poster order. They need it urgently. [peppy music continues] -Magi! -Uncle? Found a place nearby. Let’s go check. You'll never find a place like this in this area! The place got booked this morning. I forgot to inform you. -Well? -Sorry, bro. The place just got rented out. To another one we go! No matter where we go, you’re always searching for cute neighbors first. ♪ Tomorrow I'll let you know ♪ ♪ This crazy love Has me trapped ♪ ♪ Somebody let me be ♪ ♪ Live your life and smile Leave your tears behind ♪ Bless us all, dear Goddess! Today’s a holiday. Let's enjoy ourselves! Welcome, sir. -I need to print out something. -The shop’s closed today. Quiet, you burnt dumpling! Who's this, sir? He's my son. It’s been seven years since he went missing. There’s still no sign of him. Hey. I see a 'To-Let' board there. Go, ask them. Yes, tell me. Saw this place was on rent. That’s why we stopped to ask. Didn’t I make it clear yesterday? No bachelor tenants! What’s your problem? I’ll call the cops! Rogues! You asked them already? You dare swear at me? Now anyone can pee here! [peppy music continues] Every vacant room's in demand now! Dude, we just can’t find a decent place! Hey, Magi. Busy as always, huh? You're ignoring my calls? Everyone else has moved out except you. I have to begin construction here. You’ve got one week to vacate. -Okay, sir. -Yeah, right. He only makes excuses but doesn't vacate. I'm coming. -Sir, any rooms with a rent of 5,000? -That’s not possible. Bro, it’s 10,000 in rent and a 50,000 advance. Ten thousand? You seriously expect to find a place for less than that? -When can I visit the place?-Call after the 3rd. -It’s only for me, sir.-No. Someone already rented it. What the hell? Why didn’t you mention it? [peppy music continues] The ink’s loaded. Switch on the machine. Got it. [machine swishing] [phone rings] Why won’t he stop pestering me? -Yes, sir. -Magi, when will you move out? Wasn’t one week enough time? -You've stalled this for months! -Sir, I even checked a place yesterday. I don't care what you do. That’s not my concern. Be out in two days. I'll move out in two days, sir. You heard me? I said I'll vacate in two days. Stop nagging already. Just cut the call. Such a pest! [bike engine rumbles] [door creaks] [keys thuds] [phone rings] -What now? -Why’re you yelling at me? He’s pestering me nonstop to vacate! Seriously, what’s his issue? Didn’t you promise to vacate next week? No, dude. I’m moving out right away. Ask your friends if they have a room. At this rate, I might as well live in the shop! -I'll ask them. -Hang up. He cut the call? [soft unzipping] [phone rings] -Hello?-Hello? Yes, tell me. Are you looking for a shared room? Yes, ma’am. What’s the rent? And where’s the place? It’s a duplex apartment near Oragadam. One room’s up for rent. The monthly rent is 5,000. Okay, ma’am. How many male tenants live there? Boys? Sir, there are no boys. It's just me. Oh. O- Okay, ma'am. Then… you’re the only one living there? Yes. Why? Ma’am, I need a place for myself. I know. Oh, okay. When can I come to see? The room’s vacant. Feel free to check it out today. Okay, ma'am. I'll come today. Also, another guy named Krishna called earlier. First come, first served. Hope you understand. Oh, I’m already on my way, ma’am! I’ll be there soon! Okay. Okay. -I'll share the location. -Sure, ma'am. Finally! [spritzing] [bike engine revs] [upbeat music] [upbeat music continues] [upbeat music continues] [lift trembles] [ominous music] [doorbell rings] [door creaks] [sensual music] -Hi. -Krishna? No, ma'am. I'm Magi. We spoke a while ago. Oh, yeah. Sorry. Come inside. [sensual music continues] [echoes] This is the hall. And that's the kitchen. There are rooms upstairs, too. And this is your room. [echoes] I forgot to show you the balcony. [sensual music continues] Come on. [sensual music intensifies] [music fades out] [gasps] Ma'am, the view is out of this world! It looks a lot like my old room. [lightly chuckles] So? When are you planning to shift? Ma'am, I've already shifted in! Okay, go freshen up. [upbeat racy music] [upbeat racy music continues] [music fades out] [classic Tamil song plays] -Hey, hi. -Hi, ma'am. Come. Sit. So? You still haven’t told me where you work. I work nearby… …at an IT park. Oh, an IT park. [phone rings] -Hello?-Dude! Where are you? I found a room nearby. Just like yours. Comes with a cupboard... and unlimited stargazing at night! No, sir. I've already shifted. -I'll call you back, sir.-Sir? -It's me! Not the house owner! -Thank you. [exhales] Okay, ma'am. I'll go around and… Why? No, I need to buy dinner. I've ordered food. For both of us. Oh, really? You’re not going to ask what I ordered? Does she even know-- Pizza? Correct! [doorbell rings] One minute. [suspenseful music] [door opens] Thank you, ma'am. [romantic music] [music fades out] Okay. Good night. Good night, ma'am. Don't call me 'ma'am.' Call me by my name. -You didn't tell me your name. -[gasps] Sindhu. [lively music] Coffee? Thank you. [alluring music] Where's your office? [stammers] It’s close by. Near the railway gate… next to that government hospital. Oh. When does your shift end? It's a software company. My shift ends around 6:30. And I'll be home by 7. Oh. Okay. [phone rings] It’s an office call. I’ll be back soon. -Bye. -Bye. [heavily exhales] 498, 499, 500… -A thousand! -Huh? I was counting the posters here. What are you on about? I was wondering if you could give me a 1,000 rupees. So you can fool me and get another 1,000? Get back to work. [footsteps approaching] Uncle? I know you saw me enter. Can't you see me? He was talking to you. Can you help me with 10,000 rupees? He yelled at me for asking for money. He'll do the same to you. Uncle, did you hear me? What for? To buy clothes, of course! My business is falling apart, and you want new clothes? Shut up! Why so much, though? Two thousand's more than enough. You wouldn't understand. I want the money. Will you give it to me or not?! How can I, in front of him? I'm sure you'd give it to him if I weren't here. I'll think about it. -For another five years? -Okay, Uncle. I meant to tell you that not him. He's my nephew! Noticed how unusual he's been acting? Give me a minute. I'll find out what's happening. Who, you? You do nothing, and you're worried about him? He'll say anything just to take a tea break. You easily found a room, and you're this happy? Easily found a room, huh? Take a look. [aloof music] I asked you for pictures of your room, not a five-star hotel! -That is my room, idiot. -Wait, what? Excited already? Just wait till you meet my owner! Why would I? Because it's a her, not a him. What do you mean? I'm still confused, man. Imagine. A handsome guy like me… We know you aren't. So, get to the point. Such an angry bird. …and the prettiest woman, almost living together. In the same flat, with rooms side by side. How exciting would that be? Envious, rather. Of course! You should be. I mean, it's nice to believe so. But promise me this. Can't risk a promise on this. Now get lost, man. Get lost! Excuse me? My phone, please. -Thank you. -He's getting good at his insults. He gets 10,000 for clothes, a new room that's like a hotel… [energetic music] -Thank you. -Thank you. [doorbell rings] [door creaks open] -[sensual music] -[tightens knot] ♪♪ [echoes] Hi! What? Come inside. ♪ Saw her coming, saw her go Love hit me just like that ♪ ♪ Her eyes kept flirting all the way My heart forgot to find its way ♪ ♪ Saw her coming, saw her go Love hit me just like that ♪ ♪ Her eyes kept flirting all the way My heart forgot to find its way ♪ [music fades] [romantic music] [romantic music continues] [romantic music intensifies] [music slowly fades] [light brush strokes] Did you paint this? Why? Is it that bad? It's fabulous! Give me your hand, please. It's marvelous! You did a wonderful job! -Thank you! -Gosh, the hands that drew this… I just want to carry you… Excuse me? Carry me? And...? Uh, carry you and put you on a golden chariot! It's perfect! Uh, just that… It's missing a few birds in the air. Is that so? You paint them, then. Well, I'm terrible at it. Just try. I'll fix any mistakes. Okay. That won't be necessary. Thank you. [romantic music] Are those the birds? Well, crows are birds, right? [phone ringing] It's from work. I'll be right back. -Yes, sir?-Sir? Are you at home? I can't hear you, sir. But sir, I just got back from work. -From work? -Yes, sir. Why are you calling me sir? It's me, your uncle! -Don't mess with me! -I know it's you. We've received an order. So, get here quick. When is it due? They want it tonight. Then I'll see you in the morning. Was that a yes or a no? Say something! [comical music] Yes, sir. Yes, sir. Um, no, sir. Not an issue, sir. Sure, sir. [upbeat sensual music] I'll call you back. Hey! Wait a min-- I'll call you, sir. -Why's he being weird? -Owner, I'm going for tea. All right, go. Why's he taking that to the tea stall? Don't tell me he's selling that off. Hey, hey! [popular Tamil song plays]♪ A night divine… ♪ ♪ No room for sleep ♪ ♪ The first night… ♪ ♪ When hearts first meet ♪ ♪ A chilly night… ♪ ♪ With soft silk beneath ♪ ♪ The perfect night… ♪ ♪ Lasting till first light ♪ [chilling music intensifies] [eerily cackles] [chilling music continues] -[heavily gasps] -Wha… What happened? Who… Who's that man?! How did he get in? Tell me! [eerily cackles] [chilling music continues] I'm asking you! He's my grandfather. -Your what? -He’s a little weird, that’s all. Hope you’re okay with it. [light panting] This is why I didn't talk about him earlier. Otherwise no one would move in despite the cheap rent. You still shouldn't have hidden this from me. He's pretty old. He's helped me a lot. Anyway… Are you that scared? You screamed so loud. What was I supposed to do? Laugh when they creep up from behind? [giggles] Alright, alright. Anyway, I'm going out to buy us some dinner. -I already ordered. -You did? When? Just now. -Oh. -[doorbell rings] The food's here. I'll be so mad if it's that pizza again. -Thank you, ma'am. -Hmm. I wish she'd ordered biryani instead. -Magi, hope you like biryani. -Huh? Yeah… I don't mind. Come, let's eat. [mellow music] -Magi-- -Sindhu. You don't have any friends around? No. What about your parents? [light emotional music] What's wrong? I, uh… didn't mean to offend you. I'm sorry, Sindhu. It's okay. I always want to forget that day. I think Mom would've loved me if she knew me. You think? I don't get what you mean, Sindhu. I haven't seen her in years. Even if she's far away, I know… …she loves me. I hope that someday, not too far away, she'll come in search of me. Why don't you be the first to search for her since you miss her? Also… Where does she live? I don't know. It's my fate. Maybe I was born so ugly… that my father… …threw me away. [light emotional music continues] [sighs] After that… I was brought up by my grandfather. Oh, please. What do you mean? Don't lie to me. I'm serious. Everyone describes angels differently. But they don’t know what it’s like to see one. That too, this close. You just need a pair of wings. Not bad! What is? The lies you just told. Like I'm an angel. [soft chuckles] [mellow music] Who's that for? My grandfather, of course. Want to come? No, thanks. You continue. That idiot keeps adding to the expenses. And Magi isn't here yet… Wasn't he dead last week? -Hello, Magi. -Well, hello there. Wait a minute. Did you see the time? Don't just stare. Look at how late you turned up! You called me 'sir' a zillion times on the call. Answer me. You'll know how it feels when you own a shop. We won't have ours if we don't pay the rent. I swear I'll-- You spoilt him to bits! All he does is eat and roll about! Coming back to this… Take me with you when you leave for the day. Huh?! Heck no! My landlady's first rule was not to let people like you in. Take Uncle instead, then. So, you were lying! Your words, not mine. Don't involve me in this. Something's odd about this. Look at what you've typed! It isn't 'Best Wishes'. but 'Rest in Peace'! Don't tell me what to do. It was a silly mistake. You've only printed posters, not designed them! What a marvelous discovery! Better to print your uncle's name than theirs. [wind blowing] -[distant dog barking] -[footsteps approaching] How was work today? Fine. What's wrong? -Work pressure? -Nope. -I'm being tortured into loving someone. -Who? Who else but Sindhu? -What? -I mean… She's my colleague, not you. What a coincidence! Oh yeah? If you say so. What did you tell her? -Sindhu… -Mm? I meant her, not you. "I'm sorry, Sindhu. I've moved on, actually." Moved on from? From falling in love, of course. And what did she say? She said, "Wherever you go, you'll only find me." Who do you think I'll find when I go? I won't find you, will I? I'm done with this. Okay, okay. Don't be mad. I was only kidding. Let me ask you something. Wait, wait. I'll take a guess. Even with the looks and intelligence most girls dream about I'm unmarried and still a 'fresh piece.' You know exactly what to say. Don't worry. You can open up to me. What do you really want from me? You see, Sindhu… I’m not someone who asks for less. I want it all. Everything! Hey, hey! I was joking! [chops profusely] -[chops] -[light romantic music] Magi? Yeah? What are you doing? Cooking dinner. You could've told me. Why? Because I just ordered food. You what? Just when I thought I'd cook some pasta, she orders it instead. [doorbell rings] [suspenseful music] Magi, hope you're okay with pasta. [ominous music] Sindhu? I hope you don't mind me asking you this. I'm sure it means something else. Anyway, ask me. No, no! You paint occasionally but never seem to sell any. How do you manage financially? I mean, with a huge apartment like this, and a sick grandfather, the hospital bill must be really high. I only asked so I could earn the same way. It’s okay if you don’t want to. With the wealth I have, it'll last for at least a 1000 years. -Really? -Yes, no jokes. Ask me anything you want. I'll make it happen. I'm serious, Sindhu. Don't joke around. I was also being serious. In that case… I want a bike. You were messing with me, right? Alright, I'll see you in the morning. -I'm already tired. -But you haven't eaten properly? I was only joking! Bye, good night! [pours tea] Make two cups of tea, Kaada. What's with the sad face? I, uh… At dinner last night, I asked Sindhu for a bike as a joke. [cynical music] Did she… I was only joking. But she took it seriously! Magi? Do you like it? -How did you manage to-- -Wait. Anything's possible with money. It was only a bike. -But, Sindhu-- -See. Don't overthink it. You get to work. We'll talk in the evening. What bike did she get you? A Harley-Davidson! Horlicks, you say?! No, he wanted Boost! Don't interfere. Mind your own business! Must be about five lakhs, right? No, the starting price is 10 lakhs! What the… Your uncle's press isn't worth that much! Why don't you ask her for a car next? What? I'm not after her wealth. -You weren't? -I'll hit you! Come on, man. I mean, she's pretty and wealthy… -Why don't you settle down with her? -No, man. I wasn't faithful to her. I was lusting after her. She'll assume I'm after her money. I regret it now. You know what? I'm returning that bike. Sure. Give it back to her. And she'll throw you out on the street. You'll return, and we'll resume house hunting. -You… -Shut up, then. You have no idea how much she likes you. Why else would she get you a bike? Go be happy with her now, at least. She's all yours. [keys jingling] [coughs] [light romantic music] -[footsteps approaching] -[keys jingling] [gusts of wind blowing]s -What? -Sindhu, I was only kidding. I didn't want a bike. So, can you take back this bike? Why? Sindhu, I lied about being a software engineer. I work at my uncle's printing press. And I'll soon start my own. -I know. -What?! How? I can't tell you that. -[soft chuckles] -[light romantic music] I know I've lied to you. Are you not mad at me? It's okay to lie to make a loved one happy. Sindhu, let's return this bike. Nope. Please, Sindhu! Are you sure? I'm sure. So, you'll straight up refuse whatever I offer you? Yes. [footsteps receding] What did you say? Hey, Sindhu… I didn't get what you said. Go. ♪♪ ♪ I was all alone ♪ ♪ In a world so blue ♪ ♪ Then you came into my life ♪ ♪ And I finally found my home ♪ ♪ Open your heart ♪ ♪ Stay close to me ♪ ♪ The wind draws us in ♪ ♪ Like we're meant to be ♪ ♪ You're my moon through every night You're my fire burning bright ♪ ♪ You're the dream beyond my sight ♪ ♪ I lose myself in you once more Your beauty leaves me wanting more ♪ ♪ With you, I need no more ♪ ♪ Say it once, say it right Don't leave me wondering why ♪ ♪ Don't make it dramatic ♪ ♪ One touch was all it took Now I'm caught upon your hook…