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[chanting shloka]

[shloka chanting continues]

Six days of milk is pending. I'll give it over three days.

Okay.

[phone rings]

-You sit. -Wait. I'll get it.

Are you leaving already?

Yeah! A client is waiting.

Okay!

Eat your breakfast at least.

Keep it inside. I'll eat when I get back.

-Okay. Bye! -Hmm.

-See you! -Hmm.

Car key…

[mumbles] I'm getting late.

-Here. -Thank you!

Aravind.

Can't you say those two words before you leave?

-Two words? -Hmm.

Love you!

-Take care! -Hmm.

[doorbell rings] [singing popular Tamil song]

-Come in! -[whistling]

-Was there too much traffic today? -Heavy traffic!

How was lunch today?

Ah?

How was the lunch, I asked?

I am okay even if you feed me with poison…

-…because I love you so much! -[laughs]

Show me your hands.

Show me!

In general, those who cook amazing food have some magic in their hands.

But your body is full of magic.

Hello, mister!

-Are you always in night mode? -A little!

Do you know Norway sees only nights for a few days a year?

Won't it be nice if our city also goes through that?

Let's not worry about that.

Go, freshen up!

-Okay! -You are talking about everything else,

-but my cooking. -Hey! Hey!

It was wonderful!

You have many fans for your cooking in my office.

Super! Keep that up!

Actually, I've never cooked mushrooms.

-Oh, is it? -But your mom said you love mushroom.

I thought I'd give it a try.

It's the same recipe as the chicken I prepared last week.

-I just replaced the chicken with mushroom. -Hmm.

I was afraid you wouldn't like it.

Oh, why?

You cook what you can.

But don't strain yourself by doing whatever my mom says.

Kitchen and food. Are these the only things women worry about?

Enough! At least wash your face. I'm hungry.

Get up, get up!

Come on, fast!

Go, go, go!

♪ The heroine of my desires! ♪

♪ In your melodious talk ♪

♪ An unseen tune ♪

♪ Fills my heart with joy ♪

♪ The heroine of my desires! ♪

♪ When your fragrance hits me ♪

♪ Uncontrollable shyness ♪

♪ Blossoms inside me ♪

♪ Where are the pleasures? ♪

♪ I've never sought them out ♪

♪ I've melted in your love! ♪

♪ Poetic talk! ♪

♪ My heart used to run away At the sight of poets! ♪

♪ But why does my heart Yearn to hear your voice today? ♪

♪ My merry monster! ♪

♪ Appease my ravenous appetite! ♪

Men are there at home for namesake.

Absolutely useless!

Careful, careful! Get down slowly.

You just climbed up like a man!

Wash your hands well.

We can't get work done if we depend on men, Aunty.

The bulb will work whoever fixes it.

-Looks like you have prepared everything. -Why are you late?

Look at Poorni. She is doing it all by herself.

Sorry, I got late.

Give that to me. Let me knead the dough.

Tie your hair up in a bun first.

Your hair might fall in the dough.

Hair will fall, aunty.

What can I do about it?

We can't avoid hair fall until we switch from metro water.

Hmm! It is better for us.

I pity these men. They already have less hair.

Ramya's husband had a thick hair when they came to this flat.

But now he tonsures to hide his baldness.

He's not the only one becoming bald.

Even your brother is becoming bald. At least Ramya's husband is a father already.

Your brother is still a bachelor.

-Huh? -Nobody will marry him if this continues.

Alright, stop. Don't think you can while away time yapping.

Saranya, enough of rolling the dough.

Start mixing.

Poorni, take this ghee.

-Pour it into the pan. -Okay, Aunty.

So Poorni, what is your husband saying?

Don't you have any good news?

What is it?

[singing] I hear a lot of suspicious noises at night.

[laughs]

Isn't it just three months since you got married?

Let two years go by.

Plan for a baby when your marriage life excitement reduces.

Even when you plan, stop with one.

If not, it isn't easy.

Oh, sister!

I am scared to think about raising a child.

Why are you all scaring her?

A child is an emotional bond.

Aunty! This emotion is what turns us into fools.

All of you have lost your senses.

Do you think our ancestors were fools to say…

"Lust is for 30 days, desires are for 60 days"?

Aunty! All those were true in your days.

These days, "lust happens daily" but love takes a backseat.

All this will sound nice to talk about.

What if things don't work as per your plan?

Then who will be there to take care of us?

Just because we bring children into our lives doesn’t mean they owe us care.

Is it a child or a fixed deposit? Why?

Can't a woman and a man live together without children?

That's not what I meant.

Even a potted plant looks beautiful when it blooms.

We are not asking her not to have a child.

I'm just trying to say not to rush.

It should be a mutual choice.

What mutual? You get married only to reproduce.

What mutual choice do you ask for here?

Life will be good only if things happen on time.

Nancy, who lives upstairs…

She was also talking just like you.

But do you know what happened?

Her husband left her, and she didn't have children either.

Poor thing!

She is going behind people without any hold in life.

Does this feel good to hear?

We are the ones who pity her.

But she is happy.

[phone rings]

See you all later. He has woken up.

I'll come back after making coffee for him.

Doesn't he know how to make coffee?

Oh my! No, sister.

He doesn't even know to switch on the stove.

All right, see you all.

Come back soon.

I will keep things ready to make murukku.

No need, I'll do it directly into the pan.

Hi, Poorni! Come in. Where were you?

Sorry!

I couldn't make it to your wedding.

My father had a massive heart attack, and I had to be with him.

Poorni!

This is Nancy.

We got introduced. Give it.

Check if it's hot enough.

Hmm!

I used to say about our neighbor, right?

This is her.

Poorni used to say she hears noises from your house.

But I don't take it seriously.

You idiot!

And you are proud of it!

It is nothing, Poorni.

I left the door unlocked in a hurry to leave.

The cats have had a good time.

Cats will make a mess if you leave the balcony door open.

We would have checked if you had given the keys to the watchman.

Right, Poorni?

No, no. It's okay!

I have to get the house cleaned anyway.

It's been months since I used it.

Hey, she is free. Why don't you take her?

Poorni!

That's not necessary.

I have asked my maid. She'll take care of it.

Okay.

All right, Poorni. See you later.

Aravind said you cook really well.

I can't wait to taste it.

Why don't you have lunch with us today?

No. I have a lot of work.

Okay, then shall we pack it, Poorni?

Hey! Shut up, man.

I'm your neighbor. I can come anytime.

-Okay! -Bye, Poorni! Bye!

I'll see her out.

You could stay for some more time.

Here!

These kinds of books are pushing Buddha and his thoughts down.

On one side is Buddha who says no to desires,

and on the other side are people who preach about everything.

Are they trying to be different?

Even Buddha wished for people to not have desires.

Desires lead to pain, which is why they say not to wish for anything.

Oh!

Don't you know the statue of Buddha shouldn't be kept in the bedroom?

Sit!

This is a place for us to exchange our fullest desires.

That's right!

But we need to make sure our desires don't hurt other people.

Do you think this house is only limited to the bedroom?

Hey... Then!

The aunty upstairs asked me if I could join her to the Tiruvottriyur temple tomorrow.

Shall I?

Don't get too friendly with her.

She will act as if she cares about what's going on in your life.

But she is cunning on the inside.

Having our house here how can we avoid all the neighbors?

How can we be careful always?

Humans are not perfect.

Okay!

Now, it's time to get intimate.

Let's try to talk less.

I'm getting all excited seeing you with jasmine flower.

Desire for everything!

You pervert, this is how you feel all the time!

[chants shloka]

Sister, the smell is so aromatic. Is it chicken?

-No, it is mushroom gravy. -Super, sister.

Here!

Keys?

-Hey! -Say those two words... I'll give.

Really?!

Love you!

[phone rings]

Hello! How are you, mother-in-law?

Why did you take so long to answer the phone, Poorni?

No!

The washing machine was running, and I couldn't hear the phone ring!

Hello! Poorni?

Hello! Can you hear me at all?

-Poorni? -I can hear you!

Tell me. How are you?

Will you talk to me only when I call?

No, mother-in-law!

He still hasn't recharged my phone.

-That's why I couldn't call! -Oh, this son of mine!

He works so hard for strangers

that he forgets about the work at home!

No, he probably lacks the time after a busy day at work.

Besides, my number is from a different town.

He was saying that it needs to be changed.

Only then can it be recharged!

It's a habit of his to keep making excuses.

And there you are, all dependent on him!

I don't know how long he'll keep giving these silly excuses!

It's been three months!

He doesn't get any work done!

Okay! Are you watering the plants regularly?

Yes. I water them.

Then, how's Divya doing?

When is the due date?

She's due next month!

Listen to me. Aravind was raised in Chennai!

You'll have to adapt and adjust to him!

It looks like the time isn't right for now!

Make sure you pray at the temple every week!

Call me if you need anything.

Take good care of the house too.

-Okay-- -Don't bother talking to the neighbors.

They can't stop gossiping!

-I'm hanging up now! -Anything--

-Didn't you eat? -I'll eat later. You eat.

My friend's sister from the village is coming here to attend an interview.

Can we… have her stay in our house?

No need for formalities between friends!

She's welcome to stay here!

She can stay here for more than a week if she wishes to!

You are here all by yourself.

-It'll help you pass the time. -Ah.

Okay!

I…

I will have to travel to Bangalore for my work.

I'll be back in three days.

Okay.

She can stay with you.

Once I'm back, let's get out of town. All right?

-Okay. -I'll let Mom know, too.

Alright, then.

The flowers on your hair suit you.

-Hi, sister! -Hi, Deepu!

Come on in.

-Are you tired? -Yes!

Come. Have a seat.

I'll get you some water.

-You managed to find the place! -Yes.

Have you informed at home that you've reached?

I just informed them, sis.

Here, drink this!

This is Deepika.

She was standing right beside me during our wedding reception!

Now she's colored her hair and looks so different!

Hi.

-Drink up! -It's enough.

Go freshen up now.

I'll get the breakfast ready.

-[in Hindi] Yes, sir. Tell me -Okay, sister.

You haven't changed a bit!

You're still the same.

What about you?

You may have grown tall, but you're still talkative!

Take a quick shower and be ready.

He's leaving for work pretty soon.

-We'll dine together. -Okay, sister.

-Use the second room! -Okay.

-Poorni. -Huh?

Come here.

What is it?

The jasmine fragrance is amazing!

-Hey! -Huh?

Oh, it's nothing. Go on.

-Shall I serve sambar? -Yes!

-What about you? -It's enough, sister.

This is excellent!

Where did you say your interview is?

Alwarpet, sister.

How far is Alwarpet from here?

If there's traffic, it'll take a maximum of...

40 minutes.

Inform the watchman to book an acting driver.

Use our car.

-You go along with her. -Okay.

No, it's alright! I'll take the bus.

I don't want to trouble you.

The buses won't come on time like you think it would.

Even if they do, they'd still be crowded.

Go with your sister.

Then...

Sister knows how to drive! Why hire a driver?

Hey!

Do you think driving a tractor in the village

and driving a car in the city are the same thing?

Don't you want to attend the interview on time?

You can drive, eh?

You never told me!

She's just making fun of me, and you encourage her.

A car is much easier to drive than a tractor!

-Why don't you give it a try? -That isn't necessary.

You stay silent!

Women do everything these days.

Yet, your sister is very hesitant to drive a car!

It's all in the head!

Oh, that's not true.

She's just pulling my leg!

She is hesitant only at the start!

Once she decides to, she'll jump right into it!

She's like this. Very talkative!

Don't bother about it.

I thought I knew your sister well!

But to know her better,

we needed a Deepika from her village!

Alright, that's enough.

Looks like both of you have joined hands!

I'll come back from the temple and get your dresses ready!

I don't need much. Three sets of clothes should do.

It looks like it's going to be a sunny day.

Why don't you go to the temple in the evening?

No, your mother wanted me to go there by twelve.

It's in her prayer.

You and my mother are jobless!

Do as you please.

I'll drop you off on the way.

Hmm, okay!

-You seem to be in a good mood! -♪ Oh, the jasmine's fragrance! ♪

♪ The love of a young woman! ♪

Move.

-Huh? -[whispers] There's a camera.

There are no cameras in the apartment.

Hey, fasten your seatbelt.

Seat... belt...

Done!

I thought of having a coffee before leaving.

No need to.

You know how to make it for others!

If you want a cup, make it yourself!

Dear goddess!

-Are you trying to point it out? -I'm not pointing out anything!

I'm being straight with you!

Hey, I just warmed up the coffee you made the other day!

Then, I'll keep it ready from here on.

You can warm it up when you feel like drinking it!

Nothing can match the coffee you make!

That's enough!

Watch where you drive!

Hey!

My phone is missing! Can you check if it's by your side?

No.

Check my bag, would you?

-It's not there? -Uh-huh.

I think I left it upstairs. I'll go get it.

You leave, I'll take an auto.

Hey! Wait! Why would you? I'll go, pick it up!

Didn't I tell you already? I need to go to the temple by 12.

If I don't go by then, mother-in-law would get angry!

This wouldn't take more than two minutes!

No. You don't have to.

It's nearby, I'll take an auto.

-Okay, take care then! -Okay.

[doorbell rings]

-Brother-in-law! -Huh?

Could you make way?

Move! Quickly!

My phone is missing, check if it's above the fridge.

-Not there? -It's not there!

I can't remember where I left my phone!

Where is your phone?

[mumbles] Where did I leave my phone?

-Call me! -[mumbles] It must be...

-What? Is your phone missing too? -No...

Can you check if it's behind you?

Where?

-Umm... -Where? Here?

-This side. -Where?

Ah.

Thanks, brother-in-law.

-Number… -You don't have my number?

9-8-8

4-5-5

3-6-8-1.

[phone buzzing]

-Is it ringing? -It's over here!

Can you bend down and fetch it?

Thanks!

Deepika. Can you get me some hot water?

I'm out of breath after running up here!

Go!

Bring it.

[TV] Welcome, dear friends!

I welcome you all to today's edition of "Ayutha Ezhuthu"!

Is the recommendation to remove the death penalty

a necessity?

Here.

Ma'am, the lift's under repair. It'll take an hour to get it up.

Dear?

Deepika?

Dear?

-What happened? -Sister… I didn't do anything!

He stood right behind me.

I swear it wasn't my fault.

I didn't do anything…

[phone rings]

Hey, Aravind…

Don't forget to buy me a packet of pads when you come!

I feel my periods are coming.

Get yourself here soon!

We have to be at the airport, right?

Are you coming?

Hello? Hello, baby?

Hello?

I love you, baby! [smooches]

I miss you so much!

[smooches]

I miss you, Aravind!

[smooches]

Can I hear those words from you?

Love you.

I love you, my wife!

[smooches]

[smooches]

[in Hindi] Madam, Sir has parked his car in the way.

Please move it.

♪♪♪

♪ Hey! ♪

♪ You ogle at every girl ♪

♪ You think you are a saint? ♪

♪ No need to show your handiwork! ♪

♪ Your twisted mustache ♪

♪ Arrogant demeanor! ♪

♪ Will I get scared? Tell me! ♪

♪ You talk dirty ♪

♪ You roam around freely ♪

♪ I'll beat you to death! ♪

♪ You make up your own rules ♪

♪ Why should I live with you? ♪

♪ Even if you spoke philosophically ♪

♪ My swift kick would end your life! You useless swine! ♪

♪ Oh, the times have changed for the worse! ♪

♪ Don't act smart! ♪

♪ Husband is a husband ♪

♪ Even if good or bad! ♪

♪ I'll straighten you out! ♪

Deepika!

Deepika!

You are getting late for the interview.

You get ready. I'll cook breakfast.

You can use the second bathroom if you want hot water.

Poorni?

Poorni!

I'm coming.

Come!

Hey… Sis…

How are you able to act normal, as if nothing happened?

Sister! Let's go and confess everything to the police.

I'm really very scared.

And?

"Husband is a husband, even if good or bad!" they say…

Do you want to get done with life?

If we start a court case,

we will become laughing stock.

Without really understanding who was at fault,

you and I

will be named 'murderers.'

You…

"Were you wearing a revealing dress?"

"Why did you wear such revealing clothes?"

All this will be the subject of debate.

My mistake was that I came here.

I brought you to this situation unintentionally.

Sorry!

I didn't know what else to do.

You won't get it.

You attend this interview,

and try to get this job.

Your dad…

who has debt all over the town,

thought it was a disgrace for his daughter to work.

But now that he needs money,

he is ready to send you to work.

Be it a father or a husband

"men" see "women" only as a commodity.

You love Joseph, right?

Marry that guy and settle somewhere away.

Rest, I'll take care.

Let no one know

you were here

and something like this even happened.

How could you ask me to move on so casually?

Yes!

Our overthinking is why we’re in this situation today.

We all die someday.

It happened a little early for him.

If people start lamenting

and repenting about what happened…

We have to stay in the same place forever.

We not only have to learn to stand straight,

but also to stand up for ourselves.

If not, this world will walk over us.

And do just that.

Eat quickly. Let's go.

This is our life.

We should make decisions.

We can say he slipped and fell,

or else,

we can say he died of the corona.

This is the same world,

which let their relatives die alone

fearing nothing harmful should happen to them.

Just go on with your life without any guilt.

Eat!

[doorbell rings]

Hey… Is Aravind inside?

Umm… he's gone out.

Is that so?

-And Poorni? -She's in the shower.

Please come in.

Thank you.

-I'll let Poorni know you're here. -Okay.

Sis?

-Someone's here to meet you. -Who?

Not sure. She asked about Aravind too.

-She's got a casserole with you. -Oh.

You stay in the room. I'll deal with it.

Yeah, how may I help you?

Nothing much. I had made poha for breakfast.

I thought I'd bring some for you too.

I know I can't cook as good as you do.

-I've done my best. -Whenever I open my lunchbox,

a crowd will throng to grab a bite from it!

It was wonderful!

-Poorni… -Poorni!

Oh, my head's starting to ache.

Oh, okay.

Where's Aravind?

He's gone out of station for work purposes.

He'll come after three days.

I see. Okay.

Do convey my regards to him. I'll come by later.

That was my sister. She's here to attend an interview.

And getting ready for it.

Do tell her I said bye.

-Bye! -Bye.

Don't forget to tell Aravind I came by.

Thank you. Bye!

How far is the place from here?

It's a twenty-minute drive.

Sis?

Sis!

-See you! -Hmm.

Don't confuse yourself.

[phone rings]

-Hello? -Poorni.

Tell me, Aunty.

Is everything alright? You don't sound like yourself.

Everything is good.

-Why? What happened? -I mean… I didn't hear from you for the last two days.

The milk boy also said you didn't open the door this morning.

Aravind's car is still in the parking lot.

Didn't he go to the office today?

What happened?

No, Aunty…

He has gone out of town officially.

I'm alone at home.

So, I just let things be.

Oh, okay.

Alright! Today, being an auspicious day…

I'm planning to go to Tiruvottiyur temple.

Do you want to come along?

Today is the last day of my period.

Oh, is it? Okay.

He said he would be back today.

I need to cook.

[doorbell rings]

I think he is here. I'll call you later.

Is… Aravind here?

Hello? Hello, baby.

Hello?

Isn't this Aravind's house?

Yes.

You are?

I'm Anna, Aravind's client.

He is not at home now.

Oh!

Come on in.

-Have a seat. -Thank you.

-Will you have tea or coffee? -Just water.

Okay.

Here.

Thank you.

He is out of town for office work. What is this about?

I wasn't able to reach him over the phone. So, I thought I'd check if he's at home.

When will he be back?

He said he would be back in three days.

Oh. That is what he told me as well.

But hasn't it been more than three days?

Yes!

But he still hasn't come back.

Did Aravind call you?

He usually doesn't call me when at work.

Husbands return eventually, right?

Do you want me to pass on a message in case he calls?

No. Just tell him I dropped by.

What is it?

Just tell him I came and he'll understand.

You're here all the way in search of my husband.

It must be something important then.

It's all right, you can tell me. I'll give him the message.

Suppose he comes back late,

why should you unnecessarily wait?

My life insurance has expired.

I need to renew it.

Do you want only my husband?

Sorry?

I mean…

Can it be done only by my husband?

Isn't a life insurance very important?

Suppose he is delayed due to work,

you don't have to wait. That's why I asked,

No problem! I can wait for him.

However long it is!

Hey!

Dinesh, where is Aravind?

What are you saying?

He told me he's going to Goa with you.

We had plans to go to Goa.

But he isn't answering my calls.

-I am just coming back from his house. -Hey!

Why are you making unnecessary inquiries at his house?

Can't you be patient when he isn't answering your calls?

Give him a break.

You don't answer my calls.

He doesn't answer my calls.

What should I do?

How will I pick up if you call me after 10 p.m.?

My wife isn't dumb like his wife.

Leave from here. Else, the manager will cause a scene.

He'll call you when he can.

Don't create a scene here. Leave.

Off you go now.

[phone rings]

Hello?

Hello, Arvind. Where are you?

You aren't answering my calls. What's wrong?

Hello, hello!

It's Poorni, Arvind's wife.

Hello!

I see you have been waiting for quite some time.

No...

My car tire is punctured.

So... I need to change to stepney.

I have called the mechanic, he's on his way.

I don't think he going to come anytime soon.

Sorry?

I don't think Arvind is going to come anytime soon.

Don't waste your life waiting for him unnecessarily.

Excuse me!

Let me know if you are so hungry.

Even I make good barbeques.

Didn't Arvind tell you? Why don't you join me?

Hello, mom. Tell me.

Hey, where are you?

I am out for work.

Tell me.

Who calls you to work on a Sunday?

Don't lie to me, Arvind.

Are you at her place?

Mom, what are you blabbering?

I have come to meet a... client.

She is the daughter of a cinema actress.

We didn't agree for marriage because she won't fit into our family.

But if you are still going back to her,

what is all this?

Poorni is an orphan.

She's a very innocent girl.

I just spoke to her, and asked about you.

She said you've gone out.

I still have doubts about you.

We'll become the talk of the town if people come to know.

Try being honest with yourself, at least.

-Time to drop your act. -Mom.

You got me married to make sure I'll call things off with her.

Don't irritate me talking about it.

I'm in the midst of month-end sales pressure.

I'll talk later.

Oh.

Is it 'month-end pressure' for you to come and see me?

I am pressurized if you don't come to see me.

It's okay, you leave.

Why should I get cursed by your mother?

Don't worry, Anna.

That's how she is. You taste this.

Taste it. It will be amazing.

I don't want, Aravind.

I prefer to be happy with you instead of going home.

Come on, Anna. My mother is talking nonsense, even you...

Just leave, Arvind.

I swear I don't like her.

I haven't even touched her pinky.

She looks like curdled and sour milk.

She might look innocent,

but she's very dangerous.

You won't get it, Anna.

Okay… Do you have people around?

You are also staying alone.

I'm used to being alone, Arvind.

But that's not the case with that girl.

I pity her.

-You leave. -Oh, then what about me?

Why do women always end up sacrificing themselves?

You have been fooling me with these cheesy lines.

You got married to another girl also.

Deal with it!

"Sorry, Anna."

"I wasn't able to go against my mother."

"And that dad is in VGP."

You cooked such stories!

Why are you creating a fuss now?

True love would’ve given you the guts to abandon everything else!

I am not able to ignore nor forget you.

Why are you killing me?

Please. I'm sorry!

I promise... I will get you out of this very soon.

I will divorce her, probably in three or four months.

Don't worry!

Should I make confessions for your sins?

Get lost, Aravind.

It's irritating!

Anna…

Trust me.

Don't you know how difficult it is for me?

She really isn't a match for me.

I have no peace if I go home.

At office, I have sales pressure.

I am feeling like myself for that little time I'm with you.

Where will I go now?

Shall I go die?

At least you will all be happy.

Okay, sorry.

Sorry!

Love you!

There's this insurance agent named Aravind.

I had paid him in cash for my insurance.

He said he'd call me in three days.

But I've tried calling him many times, sir.

He's not answering my call!

Did he give you a receipt for the money?

Or give you details about the scheme, when, and how much to pay?

If it's a new insurance policy, he may have given you forms to fill out.

Do you have them?

Please don't mistake me for all the questions!

I understand why you ask so many questions.

I do understand why you ask, sir. It's not like I don't.

Okay, give me his number.

7-2-5-8-2-2-9-6-9.

When did he collect this money, and how much was it?

Three days back, five lakhs, sir.

Do you have the account details of the transfer?

No, sir. I gave him cash.

Come on, ma'am.

Don't you know you shouldn't make a cash transaction of more than 50,000?

Even if you did hand over the cash, wouldn't you get any proof?

No, sir. I know him all too well.

I even went to his home to enquire. But…

They're saying he's been missing for two to three days.

-Where does he live? -It's nearby, sir. Anna Nagar. He…

He stays with his wife.

Which insurance company?

LIC, sir!

I asked around at his office, but…

They say he's missing.

I'm…

A little scared. Could you check on this?

Don't worry. He's government staff.

He can't run away. I'll enquire about it and try to recover the money.

No, sir! I'm not accusing him of stealing the money.

He went missing with the money. I’m curious if he ran into any problems!

I just wanted to find out if he's okay.

Madam. You don't have to worry! I'm sure he's fine.

If he's sick, he would have informed his family.

We'll make inquiries!

No need to let your imagination run wild!

More than that, try to bring any kind of proof that you paid him.

Suppose he turns up and denies taking money from you…

I can't do anything! Which is why I insist.

Sir. I have the habit of trusting people blindly.

I'm sure positive people such as yourself will turn out fine.

Don't worry about it. I'll take care!

-I'll see you soon. -Sir!

[doorbell rings]

Ma'am, Aravind…

Yes, I'm his wife.

This is just an inquiry. Could you call your husband?

He's not home.

Please come in.

Sit.

Where has he gone, ma'am?

He's gone out of town for work.

He said he'd be back in three days.

Looks like he has too much work. He isn't back yet.

Where does he work, ma'am?

He works as an insurance executive at LIC.

Oh, is it? Okay.

Can I get you anything to drink?

Yes, it is sunny outside and you are offering it to us.

Where are you from, ma'am?

-Nagercoil, sir. -Okay, ma'am.

Sit down, brother.

You take good care of your house, ma'am.

Please sit, ma'am.

-Where in Nagercoil? -Municipal Colony.

Only my uncle lives there now.

My mother and father are no more.

Oh. I'm from Kanyakumari!

Is Arvind from your town?

Where did he study?

I studied at Barath College.

Arvind is from a nearby town. Thiruvattar.

We're related through my grandma.

We got married three months back.

Even my sister is married into a family from Thiruvattar.

-We have so much in common! -Oh, is it?

What's this about, sir?

You've come all the way to our house to enquire.

Is there a problem?

Oh, it's nothing!

I wanted to discuss the specifics of a case with Aravind.

You have nothing to worry!

Besides, we are from the same town!

I don't have a problem in telling it to you.

If you don't mind, can I get some ice cubes?

Sure, sir. Give me the glass.

What... What happened, ma'am?

-What happened, ma'am? -It's alright, sir.

Ma'am… Shall I call the doctor?

I have low BP, sir.

-You can put it down! -You don't have to worry about it.

You take care of your health. Rest well.

If Aravind comes, inform him about my visit.

Ask him to come and meet me.

Were you able to find anything?

Madam, from my inquiries, I wasn't able to find anything wrong.

Why not wait a week and see where this goes?

I'm telling you that this person is missing for a week.

And you are casually saying we can deal with this later?

Why are you bothered when his wife seem to be okay with it?

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Why interfere in matters that doesn't concern you?

Even if I'm answerable for this,

I'll only answer his wife! Not to you.

You say you don't have the evidence for paying him.

Yet you say he doesn't look like the guy out to swindle.

What can I do if you accuse people without evidence?

If you can provide proof with your written complaint, I'll take action!

It's okay to trust people.

But the law needs evidence, not trust.

Please remove your jewellery before entering the scan room.

Congratulations, you're pregnant!

But you're physically weak.

-Is your husband with you today? -No, Doctor. He's not in town.

This is a package brochure of our executive room

and this is a twin-sharing one.

We even hand out discounts as well.

You can avoid the GST cost when paid by cash.

Can I check with my husband and get back to you?

Hmm. Not a problem.

Talk to your husband and get back to me.

Take the tablets on time.

If there is anything, call me. Don't worry.

Thank you, Doctor!

Ma'am?

Poorni?

Oh, thank you.

[phone ringing]

Hello.

-I need to go to Anna Nagar. -Take a seat, lady.

-Here you go! -Thanks, lady.

That AC crossed his limits, sir.

Who cares about him?

-[mumbles] -He'll get caught soon!

Are you feeling better, ma'am?

-I'm good, sir. -Did Aravind call back?

Has Aravind ever taken any money from a girl named Anna?

Oh.

He hasn't told me anything about it, sir.

I don't know much about his office matters.

But someone claiming to be his client with the name you mentioned,

came home two days back asking if Aravind is home.

She said she wanted to renew an insurance policy.

What happened, sir?

When was the last time Aravind called you over the phone?

Usually,

he never calls when he's out on office work.

Workaholic.

I called him because it's been three days.

His phone is ringing but he doesn't answer.

After Anna came looking, I tried to reach him.

But I wasn't able to.

We tried calling him, too, but we couldn't reach him.

But on tracking his phone...

We can see the signal from this neighborhood.

Where is his car?

Could you give me the keys?

I'll check it as a formality.

Here, brother. Go have a look.

Okay, sir. Where is the car parked?

There.

-Sir, it was under the seat. -Sir!

That's my husband's phone.

-Sir, it's not switching on! -Don't panic.

Let's talk about this at your home. Can I have it back?

Hey, have a look over there.

Here, eat this.

What happened? The police are here.

[in Hindi] Aravind sir has taken money from someone and left.

That's why the police are here!

Okay.

-Okay, madam. -Come on.

Do you know Aravind's friends?

No, sir!

We came here two weeks after our wedding.

In these three months, he hasn't brought home any friends.

Once he's back home from work,

he doesn't have the habit of leaving the house.

I'm sure he's innocent of any accusations, sir!

No, that's not what I meant.

Don't we know all too well about our townsfolk!

You don't have to worry yourself with this.

Maybe, in the urgency to leave

he might have left his phone in the car by mistake.

Nowadays, people don't memorize phone numbers!

That may be the reason he hasn't called.

And the truth can't be based on any assumptions.

Also, how did Aravind go to the airport the other day?

He usually travels by car.

But he left the car behind the other day

to get it serviced when he's not in town.

"The mechanic will come."

"Hand over the keys to him" was what he said.

But no one has turned up so far.

He's forgetful when he's in a hurry!

Now...

I'm afraid he's forgotten me.

Excuse me.

What's happening?

I live next door.

What's happening here? Anything serious?

It's just a formal inquiry.

Is this how you barge into someone's home

to conduct a formal inquiry?

Especially when a woman is all alone?

Madam!

I came to know that she was alone only after I turned up here.

Your questions are right,

but it lacks logic.

It's not what you imagined it to be.

She's from my hometown, I will make my inquiries and leave!

You have your doubts and wanted to investigate!

Why do you act like you care about being from the same town?

How come there are so many male officers here

without a lady constable being present?

Do you have a search warrant?

Sister. You don't worry, Poorni!

I'm there! I'm sure nothing went wrong.

There are many cases in Bangalore.

Check if he's stuck in any of the quarantine camps!

Leave now, sir!

Instead, you are disturbing a woman who's all by herself!

Do I look like a fool to you?

"Someone's missing, could you investigate?"

You said when you came here all by yourself!

When I need to enquire you, you come here with a lawyer!

I'm here to help her.

You have no right to question her this way!

Sir, no need to react just because you are present.

I need to interrogate your client, all by herself.

The other day, you spoke like you were innocent.

His phone has revealed all your intentions!

There's a lot of photos. Disgusting to look at it!

Sir, I'm not denying the fact.

We were in a relationship before and after his marriage!

That isn't a relationship but an illicit one.

Extra-marital affair!

Sir, I cannot be responsible for what you think!

I don't understand how this is related to Aravind's disappearance!

I was expecting you to investigate his disappearance

but you are sitting here talking unwanted stories.

Relationship is something personal.

Alright then,

he didn't turn up, so who did you go with?

Don't you feel disgusted talking this way?

You two had planned to go to Goa.

But he's missing.

So, what's wrong in suspecting you?

Inspector, they had planned to attend a wedding.

He was in touch with her and then goes missing all of a sudden.

She had a doubt and went to his place.

She couldn't get any clarity from that and came here to complain.

She complained, sir.

But on what basis did she complain?

Didn't you complain that he took your money and went missing?

You never mentioned your relationship with Aravind!

Had his wife lodged a complaint,

we would have called you in for questioning!

You made the complaint in your favor

and then question me?

You are questioning me, even now!

What is this, Ram?

Inspector.

Anyone can lodge a complaint according to the law.

Don't you know that?

Sir, you can cite these laws in the court!

Sir. What if, in an argument,

she killed Aravind

and is staging this to avoid suspicion falling on her?

Sir! What's all this?

Sir, is there any rule against the police suspecting someone?

-Tell me, and I'll listen! -Sir, please!

I can't take this anymore.

I'm not here to blame anybody.

All I want is Aravind.

But...

I know Poorni knows something about Aravind.

That is what I believe strongly.

Don’t make her the scapegoat just to escape suspicion!

-Why are you talking this way? -How do you expect me to speak?

I was being patient and respectful all this while!

You went to the commissioner like a hotshot!

The AC is inside. You can deal with him directly!

Hey, writer, take the FIR. Come here, brother!

Hey! What's all this commotion?

No, sir--

-What kind of a reply is "No, sir?" -It's the LIC Aravind case, sir!

Sir, he's being disrespectful to my client, right in front of me!

Is this how you usually interrogate?

Madam, you leave now.

I'll enquire and get back to you.

You! Come to my office now.

Sir!

What are you even doing, man?

From inspecting Aravind's phone...

It's clear that this lady and Aravind,

have practically lived together for nearly three years!

So what? Are you jealous because she didn't call you?

-Sir… -What is it, then?

What is the case about?

I'm asking you, what is the complaint?

I asked you to find out where he is!

Why do you care who he's with?

Don't you know how to behave with the ladies?

You'll say something disrespectful…

for which I'll be answerable!

Had you responded properly in the beginning,

why would this complaint be escalated to the commissioner's office?

Sir, there is no fault on our side.

She was the one who rushed to the commissioner's office!

Don't talk back!

Do you know the trouble if a complaint is escalated to the commissioner?

One measly complaint...

You can't even handle this and give me headaches!

Sorry, sir.

Call his wife for questioning first!

A random woman's searching for her missing husband than her!

Where is she?

She's home, sir.

What the hell is she doing at your house?

Not my house, sir! She's in her house.

The commissioner has received a complaint that you are supporting her!

Why do you have such a soft corner for her?

From my investigation, Poorni seems to be innocent, sir!

Oh! So you've written the judgment already?

I'll deal with the haves and the have-nots!

Ask her to come in tomorrow!

Go!

The AC crossed his limits yesterday, brother!

He's lecturing me on how and who to investigate.

I'm being careless it seems!

Don't we all know his story?

The newspaper is filled, page after page

with stories about his character.

It's amusing when a person who can't even hold his office

with character offers advice to someone else, brother.

I'm stuck in a situation where lunatics want to coach me!

Forget about it, sir.

His saga ends in two weeks.

They're debating between his suspension and dismissal!

What makes you say that?

The woman who complained against him has escalated this to Delhi.

Once the election ends and the new government is sworn in,

you'll see for yourself what happens then!

They'll make it look like they've taken action,

and transfer the guy elsewhere!

Isn’t it the norm to shift the accused rather than address the mindset?

Even if something happened,

they'll while away time

and join a party.

Sir, she's coming.

Hey, Suganya!

Aren't you eating well?

You've become too skinny!

Why does this commissioner send worthless people here?

Go.

Sir.

-What now? -She's waiting, sir.

Let her wait if she wants to.

-Why is that bothering you? -Sir, she's pregnant.

We will have to face the brunt if anything happens.

Oh. I see that you've even investigated about her pregnancy.

But not what's necessary?

-Get lost. Ask her to come in. -Okay, sir.

Madam, I have work to do.

So, don't waste my time.

Where is Aravind?

He told me he was going out of town for work, sir.

But all of you are spinning different stories to me!

And I'm confused about what's going on.

But I won't believe a word you say.

Because my husband isn't a person who cheats on me.

You've lived with him long enough.

Yet, you're unaware of whom he talks to.

You talk as if you know him in and out!

Despite knowing that your husband is living with another woman…

How are you casual about this?

I know my husband very well, sir.

I am not going to believe what you say!

You don't have to trust me.

But you have to trust the evidence.

Let him come in person and confess, sir.

I'll believe it then.

Just tell me what happened to him.

Sir, I feel you're acting emotional because she's from your hometown.

I say this from experience.

We shouldn't be held responsible in the future.

Because trust is based on the person and the deed.

I felt like sharing this with you and nothing else.

Sir, Poorni's here.

Don't mind him.

That's how he is. I'll handle this.

Take care. You can leave.

"I will never leave you nor forsake you!"

This is what Christ has said.

Therefore--

[phone rings]

-Praise the Lord! -Hi. Where are you, Father?

-Can I save you some? -I'm in a prayer meeting now.

-How long will it take? -Can I call you when I'm done?

Anbu Wines eagerly awaits you.

Praise the Lord. God bless you.

God bless you, Anna!

May you make a good decision soon.

How long will you remain alone after your parents' passing?

I feel that marriage is the solution to all your problems.

Your questions are right, Father.

I don't think I can answer them soon.

Okay.

Don't delay decisions that are right for you.

May the Lord bless you!

God bless you.

Thank you, Father.

Anna?

Is the Father aware of your situation?

I feel whatever he said was right.

Why don't you forget Aravind and lead a happy life?

If marriage is about having a man for myself,

then I don't want such a marriage!

We like each other a lot, Jenny!

His love for me is pure.

He married that girl without a choice.

When he dared to kill himself for me,

I don't want to blow this up

and break up with him!

I'm not going to compel him to stay with me.

Men who wish to marry someone and have a mistress

aren't good people, in my opinion.

Knowing He isn't around,

and knowing too well that He'll never appear before us…

Do we not place our faith in God?

This is something similar.

After all, love has no boundaries!

Only when you're rich and able will this seem logical.

All I want is someone who will shower me with love.

And I get that from Aravind.

I have no other expectations from him.

You'll understand the reality of life with no expectations over time.

[phone rings]

Hello?

This is AC Prabhu Doss speaking.

-Yes, tell me, sir. -How are you?

I'm all right, sir. What's the matter?

Nothing much.

I need some more details regarding Aravind's case.

What happened, sir?

Please don't mind me asking about your personal life.

How is Aravind's relationship with his wife?

-Is there a problem, sir? -No, it's nothing.

When we inquired Poorni,

she didn't seem to worry about his disappearance.

How can a wife remain so calm?

I can sense something fishy between the two of them.

And this woman's hiding the truth!

Let's see.

Sir, what are you saying?

Let's not rush to a conclusion based on a guess.

The evidence is important.

Let's see if she blurts out the truth sometime.

Hello?

Hello?

Anna?

What do we do now, sir?

Where are you now?

-Why? Do I need to come to the station? -That won't be necessary.

Isn't your house in Anna Nagar?

-No, sir, at Neelangarai. -Neelangarai?

-Yes, sir. -I live there too!

For how long have you been here?

-It's been 2-3 years, sir. -Oh!

That's nice.

I've been cycling there for ages, but I've never seen you around!

All right.

I will keep you posted if I find anything during the investigation.

-Okay, sir. -Let's meet in the evening, if possible.

You don't worry. I'll take care.

Okay, sir.

Thank you.

[doorbell rings]

Come on in.

Have a seat.

-Can I get you anything? -No, just water.

Thank you.

So…

You…

…really did love him, right?

It's not what you think, Poorni.

To cheat someone,

no one does it unknowingly.

It's planned meticulously.

I have absolutely no right to question you because…

I have many questions to answer myself!

There's one thing I can't understand.

If you loved each other so deeply,

why did Aravind marry me?

I believed that he was in love with me all this while.

Did he…

Did he…

Did he use me to cheat on you?

Or was he truthful to me and cheated you?

I don't understand!

Please, Poorni.

Aravind isn't like that.

You won't understand.

You're…

being too narrow-minded about this.

You're right!

I am narrow-minded.

We're all too narrow-minded to understand the lifestyle of you people.

Poorni!

I've come here to tell you something.

Aravind, so far,

isn't a bad guy from my point of view.

His love and care

has made me feel safe so far!

When he…told me that he's marrying you,

I was…

only able to beg him!

My mom…

never told me

who my dad was

till the end!

Only I know the struggles I endured,

because of it.

All I wished for,

was a small family of my own!

But,

I don't know why everyone is against it!

I won't disturb you in any way, Poorni.

I won't separate Aravind from you.

I promise you.

But…

Tell me where Aravind is!

Please!

I don't care what you think of me.

Not all the pregnant women

are privileged to be respected in this society.

I'm pregnant!

♪ On your bosom ♪

♪ I slide and stagger ♪

♪ I sing a melody ♪

♪ On your flute-like lips ♪

♪ In this life ♪

♪ You are the blessing ♪

♪ I possess ♪

♪ Why a grave? ♪

♪ Your lap is all I need ♪

♪ Until we join hands ♪

♪ I see nothing amiss ♪

♪ The heroine of my desires ♪

♪ In your melodious talk ♪

♪ An unseen tune ♪

♪ Is what my heart craves ♪

♪ The heroine of my desires ♪

♪ When your fragrance hits me ♪

♪ Uncontrollable shyness ♪

♪ Blossoms inside me ♪

Anna…

Do you like Freida Kahlo?

I learned how to be political

-through art from her. -That's right.

-Please. -Oh.

Thank you!

Out of her 143 paintings,

I think 53 of them are self-portraits, right?

55 are, sir.

I'm a fan of her paintings, too.

See, we have so much in common!

Isn't it difficult to live alone in this huge house?

I've been used to living alone since I was young, sir.

For a woman to live alone in this society

must be difficult.

I've set up an unofficial team to investigate the case

without filing a complaint for now.

So, don't worry. I'll take care.

Thanks a lot, sir! For taking the extra effort.

And coming all the way home just to update me? Thanks a lot, sir!

Haven't you read the phrase "Police is your friend"?

Well, friends don't act that way these days.

Finding selfless friends is hard, right?

Nice coffee!

Oh.

What happened?

Sorry!

-It's okay, It's okay. Sir! -Nothing! Don't worry!

-I'll take care of it, don't worry! -Sir, I'm all right!

How dare you

act cocky with me?

I will…

Why are you being so difficult?

Stop acting prim and proper!

Yeah! I know I'm not!

That doesn't imply that I will… with you.

Why do you men hound women like animals?

Why do you see women only as objects?

Are you lecturing me on feminism?

I know about your mother, you,

and how you live life lavishly!

In fact, the whole town knows!

If you cooperate with me,

I will handle everything else.

Is that okay?

I know all too well what will you take care of, scoundrel!

Hey! Where are you running to?

What?

Hey! Come here!

Rot in hell!

I told you we could take this easy, right?

[doorbell rings]

Actually…

When I found out about you,

I was furious at you!

If I weren't educated or were too naive,

I would have picked up a fight with you for sure.

Now, I don't wish to.

I feel we all blame women, for the mistakes men commit.

I'm not sure if Aravind saw you with lust

or with a genuine love for you.

But one thing's for sure.

He wasn't loyal to either one of us.

Moreover,

you're worried about the father of your unborn child.

But I've lost that privilege as well.

The caste and religion of a child are known through the father.

In every caste and religion,

women are inferior to men.

Instead of being known as Aravind's child,

it's better if the child grows up without a father.

I don't know which fool said, "a man is the head of a family!"

By turning us against each other,

Aravind tricked us both into believing he was loyal.

I…

was in a position to forgive.

But now,

I've come to ask for your forgiveness.

Your…

I… I killed the father of your child.

Every woman holds a thousand secrets, both good and bad.

But, every man believes women can't keep secrets.

There's at least one woman not just behind every man's success

but also in his private life.

Is Poorni here?

She's my daughter-in-law. Please come in.

-How are you? -I'm fine.

I am working at the same station after my promotion as the SI.

You know Poovendhan Sir, right?

He's transferred to the traffic department.

I came nearby for some work.

Thought I'd pop in to check in on you.

They call us the best police force in town.

For example…

There hasn't been a breakthrough in his murder case to date.

Only those involved will know what happened.

But I promise to find your husband Aravind somehow.

What is the point of blaming the police?

You are also giving your best!

That commissioner

has absconded after getting caught in a sexual assault case.

Aravind's case file is stuck with him.

That's why we are helpless.

Say what you may,

a house without a man's presence does feel different.

I pity your current state.

I have only been with Aravind for three months.

But I didn't imagine it would be this bad for once.

Okay, I'll take your leave.

Careful!

I'm okay! See you, two.

Hey, Pandi, where are you?

Come soon.

Shoo!

Shoo!

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