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Stay still, Jeppu.

Didn't I tell you back then not to bring him along?

Didn't I also tell you to go alone?

If he wanted just me, he'd have called me at the office!

But he came home to invite the whole family!

"Whole family"? Does that just mean you and me?

It's not like that, Balu.

How long can he sit in the room alone?

I just wanted him to be happy too.

And see, everyone's happy now!

Come here. Let me change your clothes.

Jeppu, stay still! Let me change your clothes.

No!

Stay still.

Come.

[phone ringing]

Movie?

Should we go today?

What time's the show?

Oh, then I gotta put him to bed first.

Book it for 11 instead.

You'll pick me up, right?

Okay.

[music coming from the toy]

[phone ringing]

Did you reach?

Yes, I'm coming down.

Okay.

Sorry, Stephy. Really sorry.

I dozed off and just woke up to your calls.

Not the first time, though! Couldn't you at least pick up your phone?

Knew you'd scold me either way, so...

Open the door.

Coming!

Mummy!

Mummy... the bus left!

Oh, dear. Are you crying over that?

My bus left without me!

It's okay.

-It's alright, dear. -I want to go now!

-We'll brush your teeth and then go. -No, I want to go now!

I want to go right now!

-Yes, we can. -I want to go right now!

Yes, we will go right now.

♪ Like a little bird, he wakes up happy, Flying up, up so high! ♪

♪ In his little nest, He moves between hugs and fuss ♪

♪ His kiss makes cheeks all red, And that's how he gets what he wants! ♪

♪ Drenched in the rain, Sparkles in his eyes ♪

♪ A grand festival Dancing in light! ♪

♪ On his little feet, all worlds unfold Wandering, wondering, here he is ♪

♪ It's time for fun, Many tasks to be done ♪

♪ The little one, swift and spry, Takes ten big steps, oh my! ♪

♪ Seven bright days, all alike ♪

♪ When his eyes well up, My heart burns ♪

♪ And my world spins upside down ♪

♪ Like a flower that blooms and fades ♪

♪ Childhood drifts In fleeting beautiful days ♪

♪ No room for wrath, just shade to give, Side by side, let's move as one ♪

♪ Look! He dives head first, oh, my! ♪

♪ Look! He falls, yet rises! ♪

♪ Look! There he goes, Climbing the wall in every way! ♪

♪ Look! His mischief takes a nap, ♪

♪ Look! He sneaks right into my heart ♪

♪ Look! My little prankster bloom! ♪

♪ Like a little bird, he wakes up happy, Flying up, up so high! ♪

♪ In his little nest, He moves between hugs and fuss ♪

♪ His kiss makes cheeks all red, And that's how he gets what he wants! ♪

♪ Drenched in the rain, Sparkles in his eyes ♪

♪ A grand festival Dancing in light! ♪

♪ On his little feet, all worlds unfold Wandering, wondering, here he is ♪

♪ It's time for fun, Many tasks to be done ♪

♪ The little one, swift and spry, Takes ten big steps, oh my! ♪

Thank you so much for waiting.

Our first candidate is Ameer Karuvandivalappil.

Ameer!

How did it go?

Oh, it didn't go well, Sameer.

They only want people with Gulf experience.

If they'd said that earlier, I could've saved the taxi fare.

Don't worry. It'll all work out.

I'm worried sick.

Come. Let's get the item.

This is the guy.

-Peace be upon you. -And upon you be peace.

How are you? This is the person.

-Where is the item? -Item...

Take it.

Keep it safe.

Brother, I said 100, why only 50?

Sameer, don't you know?

Take it if you want, or leave it.

-Not a big deal. -It's just 50. What now?

Let it be. I can use it for taxi fare to my next interview.

Thank you.

By the way, don't get caught by the police.

Drop it carefully.

You may leave then.

Okay.

Hey, Sameer.

Those cards are out.

Can you get more for 50 dirhams?

Please try.

Then I'll come and pick them up tomorrow.

Okay.

Ameer, how was the interview?

Oh!

It didn't go well.

I'm trying elsewhere.

Hey, if you keep walking around with these shady massage cards,

how do you expect to land a decent job?

Huh?

Don't you need a little God's grace too?

I need money for my expenses.

It's not like I can steal, right?

If it's for expenses,

why not wash the cars downstairs instead?

Do whatever you want.

Just don't get tangled in these troubles,

and come running back here.

Got it?

Excuse me?

Can you please call Sreeja Miss?

Miss, could you come here for a sec?

Ah, okay.

Have a seat.

Miss, I came to your flat almost five times.

Were you not home

or did you just not open on seeing me?

At first, I thought not to come here.

Ask your husband to take my calls.

Only then can I speak to the bank and sort this out.

How long will you keep avoiding them?

I'll let him know. He'll call you.

Don't make me come back here again.

Alright.

[on TV] From the warmth of the nest

a chick emerges,

eyes still seals--

[TV narration continues] They get together

waking for their mother to bring them food.

Here.

-Eat up, be a good boy, okay? -[on TV] It has no idea what's going on.

But neither do most adults,

to be fair.

With downy feathers

like wisps of cotton

they huddle together

growing comfort from one another

as a mother watches on.

It's been alive for five minutes

and already demanding food like it pays rent.

A fluffy loud reminder

that nature doesn't always--

Didn't you see it?

It's your job to keep an eye on things!

-Is it his child? -Yes. What's this, brother?

Look at what your kid has done!

He ruined his car

and now he's complaining to me.

-Is that your child? -Yes.

Do you let him play with eggs?

-Sorry. Sorry, brother. -Try to make him understand.

-I was about to leave for a function. -Really sorry.

Sorry.

If this happens again, I'll file a complaint against you--

Jeppu!

Hey!

Come here.

LEAVE ME!

Stay still. STAY STILL!

Stay still, Jeppu!

Don't you dare throw a tantrum!

Can't you watch him properly?

Eh?

He was here, watching TV and eating.

It happened while I took a quick shower.

And I got an earful from others.

By the way, Balu,

did you go to his school today?

I went for something else.

Something else?

Didn't they send a letter

-asking us to come? -For what?

Didn't they send the letter saying they can't teach him?

So, what's left to discuss then?

It wasn't about teaching, Balu.

They called us to talk about counselling.

I went there related to my work.

Couldn't you have at least met his teacher while you were there?

What's your problem now?

The letter's been there for days.

If it really mattered, you would've gone.

Me? Huh?

After working back-to-back shifts?

Balu, you could be a little more responsible when it comes to him.

So, day and night shifts don't count for me, huh?

Responsibility!

He went up to the terrace right under your nose!

Responsibility, my foot!

This isn't the same thing.

Stephy, I'm already losing it!

I just need some peace at home, at least.

Ma'am.

Our accounts department will go through these

and we'll send you the feedback mail.

-Thank you. -Thank you.

You won't get a taxi from here. Come.

What's your name?

Ameer.

Where in Kerala are you from?

-Near Edappal. -Aha.

I studied nearby.

In Kuttipuram MES.

Oh.

First time in the Gulf?

Came once before.

But couldn't land a job then.

This is my second time.

Sir, which department do you work in?

I'm with Sales and Marketing.

I came to attend an interview.

If possible, could you recommend me?

I'll see what I can do.

Sir, I really mean it.

If it's not too much trouble, could you recommend me?

My visa's about to expire.

Look, don't pin your hopes on this job.

The accountant's been on leave for a month.

So, they do interviews like this once a week,

and make them finish the backlog.

It's a sham, bro.

Our own people run it, but what can I say?

Sir,

I had such high hopes for this job.

Also,

I worked through every task they gave me.

Don't be desperate, bro.

Everything will be fine.

Take it as experience. Okay?

See, Stephy.

He knows how to write from one to ten.

But

once he reaches four,

he loses focus and stops.

It's the same with the alphabets.

Six months.

We've observed him for that long

and come to this conclusion.

ADHD is a mental situation.

Basically,

a situation where attention span decreases

and hyperactivity increases.

Remember the day he ran out of class?

That's part of it.

Most parents assume it's just mischief or tantrums

and treat as if the child has no issues.

But that's not the case.

In Jeffron's case,

he doesn't require admission to a special school

at this stage.

But if he's to continue in our school,

a shadow teacher should be with him.

Shadow teacher means?

See, the usual pattern of treatment is

to have someone by his side and manage this.

We need such a person at school as well.

See, Stephy.

I know

he throws a lot of tantrums at home.

But you both need to ease up a little.

Oh!

Balu, here.

Dear, how was the test?

It was okay.

I just hope I pass somehow.

If you get the job, you owe me an aquarium first!

He was alright when he came here.

He sat here, touching the fish and talking to them.

I stepped into the kitchen to make some juice.

I came back hearing a loud crash.

When I came back,

there was water, fish, and shattered glass all over the floor.

-Oh, no. -When I asked him,

he said he was "helping the fish"

because they needed to go outside.

Remya, I just want to pass this test and get a government job.

At least then I'd be home by two.

Right now, I can't take care of him or drop him anywhere.

Don't be upset, dear. It'll all work out.

Here, have some juice.

-Stephy, shall we leave? -Yes.

Balu, eat before you leave.

No, I am good.

We have already cooked at home.

Call me when the results come, okay?

[Jeppu singing loudly]

[phone ringing]

Hi, Ma'am.

Hello, Ma'am.

It wasn't like that, Ma'am. I didn't go like that, Ma'am. Ah, no--

Ma'am, I will call you right now.

Jeppu, stay quiet.

Yes, Ma'am.

It was unintentional.

I didn't come there.

Yes, Ma'am.

It won't happen again, Ma'am.

No, Ma'am. No.

-Ameer! -Yes?

If you're free, shall we head down?

We need to buy a few things for the mess.

Yes, let's go.

Come.

Oh, no. Shafi!

I forgot my phone.

Your phone? No worries, I didn't bring mine either.

-But what if my mother calls? -Hey!

We'll get it later. Let's finish shopping first.

-Just a minute. I'll take it and come. -Hey!

Forget it now. Come on!

Let go of my hand.

Hey!

What's going on here?

What are you doing?

Look, this is the first time a robbery has happened in our room.

His 500 dirhams.

We were searching for it.

So?

And you just assumed I stole it?

You could've at least asked me first if you had doubts.

Will you rifle through the others' bags when they're not around?

Hey, hey!

We know the others well.

Such a thing has never happened here before.

Don't act all high and mighty!

Ameer...

Look, Shafi.

You could've shown a little decency.

You could've searched through it while I was here.

Oh, best!

Talking about decency, huh?

You haven't paid rent or mess dues for two months.

And now you're lecturing us on decency?

Well, this is the best you're getting!

Here.

Go on, then. Dig through it, you 'decent' bunch.

Get lost!

I'll handle it accordingly. Don't worry.

-No, no. -Dad, why did you press the button?

-I'm getting in the lift. -DAD, WHY DID YOU PRESS IT?

-Jeppu, be quiet. -DAD, WHY DID YOU PRESS IT? I SHOULD'VE!

-Jeppu, shut up! -NO! WHY DID YOU PRESS IT?

-DAD, WHY DID YOU PRESS IT? -Jeppu...

I SHOULD'VE PRESSED IT!

-Shut up! -Dad, I...

-Jeppu... -Come here. -I should press it.

-Get in! -I won't get in!

-I won't! -Didn't I tell you to get in?

Jeppu, get in.

Get in.

Move.

Stay still, Jeppu.

STAY STILL!

Let me go!

COME HERE!

What is it, Balu?

I understand Jeppu's anger and tantrums,

but what about you?

He learns by watching you.

Oh, of course!

Oh, so you never lose your temper?

It's your stubbornness that's put us through all this!

Because of me?

What exactly have we suffered because of me?

Remember when Jeppu was born, didn't I say,

"Let's go home, talk to Dad and Mom," and all that?

What did you say then?

That your child didn't need anyone's love, right?

Weren't you the one being stubborn back then?

Your parents wouldn't care,

so you didn't want mine involved either!

-Now you're talking about stubbornness-- -Aren't you ashamed to say this?

Wasn't that a decision we made together?

And now you're blaming me?

Don't be shocked. Don't be shocked, guys!

No matter how many times I throw these, they won't break.

Step on them, jump on them,

they'll still won't break.

You can even throw them at someone, no issues!

You'll be even more shocked when you hear the price.

Just one dirham! One dirham!

You're getting a call.

Here, let me see.

Hello?

Naufal, are you busy?

I'm in the middle of a shoot. Tell me.

Man,

Here...

there's nowhere left to look for jobs here.

Also,

the situation is such that I can't stay here any longer.

Can I come crash at your place for a few days?

I can look for jobs there as well.

One of my room mates just left

for his home town for ten days.

You can take his spot for now.

Yes, man. That'll do.

I'll figure something out after that.

But it's a two-hour journey from your place. How will you get here?

That's alright. I'll manage somehow.

Alright, come over. I'll send you the location.

Okay.

Thank you.

Hey, brother.

You've reached your place.

Hello?

You got here already?

Man, I'm in the middle of a small shoot.

There'll be a slight delay.

Do you see a cafeteria with a yellow board?

Yes.

Keep your bag and other stuff there.

Grab something to eat and wait.

I'll be there soon.

-Brother, drop me over there. -Where?

-Err... by the yellow board. -Okay, fine.

Okay, brother.

Chicken?

Okay.

Uncle, shall I keep my bag here?

Keep it there, son.

Two chicken biriyanis.

-Serve two meal sets there. -Meal set, right?

Okay.

Uncle, one tea, please.

But uncle, I ordered tea.

Isn't this the time for lunch?

Have some rice.

I've been running this shop for nearly forty years.

One look at the person who walks in,

and I know what to serve them.

Eat up.

This is the last settlement package the bank can offer you.

Go through it and do whatever you want.

Sir, there's no point in telling me this is the last offer.

I need some more time.

Aren't you ashamed of asking for more time?

It's been eight months since you defaulted on your repayments.

Now, you'll have plenty of time in jail.

What if I don't mind going to jail?

Are you putting on a show instead of repaying what you owe?

-You'll understand when the case is filed. -What case?

What case?

Let me tell you one thing.

If you ever try contacting my wife

at her workplace or on her phone about the money,

I'll be the one filing a case against you.

We have seen plenty of fraudsters like you.

We will show you what can be done.

Come on, show me.

Come on, show me first.

Pay the money first before throwing around big dialogues.

I don't feel like it. Try and get it from me.

-Repay the amount first. -Dare you get it from me!

-Let's see if you can make me. -Oh, I will get it from you.

What do you think you'll get from me? Go on, show me.

If you keep running your mouth without paying up...

Come on, show me, you!

Sir... sir...

This guy was happy enough to take a loan,

And now he's acting up when we ask for the money.

What's wrong with you?

Isn't he a client, after all?

I just can't control myself, Pothan.

Such a miserable job!

Then go ahead and resign!

That'll solve all your problems, right?

If you look at either side of this road,

you'll see hundreds of people wandering around, looking for jobs.

If you can't take it anymore, take a break.

Relax a bit.

I swear, Pothan, I can't handle this anymore.

There's no peace.

Neither at work nor at home.

What did I do to deserve all this?

-Hey, Naufal! -Ameer!

How long has it been since we met?

Man, you've put on some weight.

Don't you see how well I eat?

Of course! Aren't you a superstar now?

Get your bags. Let's go.

No, man. I've got a place to stay here.

Really? This fast?

Uncle, the cafeteria owner, said I could stay with him.

He even offered me job as a helper when I don't have interviews.

If I stay with you, I'll have to move out in ten days anyway.

This way, at least my food and accommodation are sorted.

But man,

working without a visa is risky.

It's just buying supplies

and making small deliveries.

It'll keep me occupied.

Otherwise, I'd just be stuck in a room all day.

If you're fine with it, then okay.

Do one thing. Get your bags.

I've got a shoot. Let's eat and have a blast.

-Here I come. -Yes, come.

♪ Like a solitary traveller, I journey ahead, forging the way. ♪

♪ Have I found a tranquil oasis, Where date palms bloom? ♪

♪ Amid the hearts of these dunes, ♪

♪ Like a boundless spring of truth, ♪

♪ Is there a serene haven, where Ghaf trees spread their scent and shade? ♪

♪ Drifting in search… With scorched feet, you kept on. ♪

♪ Have you finally reached the tent Where dream-lit camels roam? ♪

♪ Sing, O paths… Where joy rides high, ♪

♪ With the fragrance of Oudh, Drifting through the melodies ♪

♪ Songs of dreams, resonating wide, Across boundless horizons ♪

♪ Even in the fire of scorching summers, Some stand strong, ♪

♪ Unfading, ever-giving A refuge of shade. ♪

♪ And yet, unseen, how many still remain, Like secret streams of love? ♪

♪ Deep within the vast forest, Seeking the cool embrace ♪

♪ Of a distant, unseen home, Like a wandering bird, you roam. ♪

♪ Release the sorrowful echoes Of the past you've left behind. ♪

♪ Is the home a flowing stream, Where love blossoms among the trees? ♪

♪ This world, where we were born Like stars ♪

♪ Is it a burning ember Or a soothing shade? ♪

♪ Sing, O paths… Where joy rides high, ♪

♪ With the fragrance of Oudh, Drifting through the melodies ♪

♪ Songs of dreams, resonating wide, Across boundless horizons ♪

One minute, okay?

Get the bill, please.

I'll get the bill.

Where did he go?

Isn't that Ameer?

Yes.

What's he doing here?

He's on a visiting visa.

What did you do?

Is it someone whom you owe money?

That guy knows you.

He asked me if you're Ameer.

Aha, so he remembers my name.

So, you bolted from there on recognising him?

How could I not recognise him?

That's my father.

Your father?

Then why didn't you talk to him?

What's left to talk to him?

My mother and father used to fight all the time when I was a kid.

Finally, they decided to separate.

But my mother had one condition.

She would take me with her.

My father barely objected.

So, with my tiny three-year-old hand in hers,

my mother left that house.

But when we reached her family home,

everyone was angry with her.

They kept asking why she hadn't just endured everything

and stayed there.

Then, she told them

not to worry and she wouldn't be a burden.

She said God had given her someone to call her own,

and that he would take care of her.

I'm 27 now, man.

The trust my mother had back then, with a three-year-old in her arms,

she doesn't have it anymore.

She worries more about me

than I do about myself.

Should I go stand in front of him like this? Defeated?

Should I admit I'm still a failure?

Forget it, man.

Everything will be fine.

[phone ringing]

Hello.

Yes, this is Ameer.

Ameer, I'm Benny.

Didn't you attend an interview last week?

Yes, sir.

I wanted to meet you in person.

Of course, sir.

I can come to the office right away if needed.

No, not the office. Where do you live?

I'll come there.

Sure, sir. Shall I send you the location on WhatsApp?

Yes, send it on WhatsApp.

I'll be there in 30 minutes at most. See you there.

Okay, sir.

Do you live here, Ameer?

-Yes, I stay nearby with a friend. -Oh.

-Do you smoke? -No.

Ameer, I came here to discuss something.

I prefer being direct about things.

Tell me, sir.

We have finally selected

three candidates for the position you applied for.

All of them are equally qualified.

So, I'm confused about whom should I give the offer letter.

Then I felt this job is particularly crucial for you,

especially with your visiting visa nearing expiry.

The salary is 5,000 dirhams, excluding accommodation.

I can do one thing, Ameer.

If you can give me your first month's salary as commission,

I will issue the offer letter in your name.

I'm fine with that, sir.

-I'll give you my first salary. -It's not like that, Ameer.

If I take it after you start working,

it could create complications between us as colleagues.

I need the money by the day after tomorrow.

Once is the amount is credited to the bank,

your offer letter will be ready within an hour.

Ameer, think about it and let me know.

I'll call you.

Still, 5000 dirhams...

How am I supposed to come up with that in just one day?

It's a good job with a decent salary.

People secure jobs by giving their two to three months' salary as advance.

I've 500 dirhams now. I set it aside for the electricity bill.

I'll give you that.

Ask your friends as well. You've a whole day, right?

Let me see.

Man, I have a bad feeling about this.

Paying them for a job?

Don't get yourself into trouble, Ameer.

No, man. It'll be fine if I pay the money. I'm sure.

He was the one who interviewed me as well.

Please help me out.

Man, don't take it the wrong way.

Call me for anything else.

If you need a ride somewhere,

if you need a place to stay, you can stay at my place.

But don't ask me for money, Ameer.

Whenever I've lent money to my friends,

I've always lost those friendships.

I came to you, hoping you'd help.

Look,

if someone asks you for money,

just say yes if you have it or no if you don't.

No need for a lecture on your life's philosophy.

Save that for your vlogs!

Got me?

Nah!

[music from the toy plays]

You passed the interview, didn't you?

When is your appointment?

No, Balu. It might take a while for the offer letter to come through.

Anyway, congrats.

Stay still, dear.

[toy music plays]

How many times have I told you to get down?

Balu...

I felt a bit dizzy at the clinic this morning.

Also, my periods are delayed this month.

So, I got a bit suspicious

and picked up a pregnancy kit on my way home.

How many times do I have to tell you?

How many times do I have to tell you? Huh?

How many times?

Come here! I'll show you!

Lie down right there!

You!

I was happy when I heard about your new job.

But

things at my office are terrible.

I'm thinking of resigning

and starting something of my own.

We're already struggling to manage him properly.

And now your new job.

If a new baby comes into this...

Shouldn't we think things through before making a decision?

Hey,

do you have some cash to lend me?

Just for a month, at most.

I'm asking because I'm that sure.

2000?

Please try.

I'll pay it back within a month.

Hello. Man,

about what I asked earlier?

Anwar,

I've asked several people.

Please call me back, okay?

Please call me, okay?

Please try.

Please arrange it for me somehow.

Yes, Anwar.

I'm starting from here.

Tell them you sent me, right?

404.

Send me the location.

Thank you.

Okay.

Yes?

A yellow building, right?

I've reached here. Let them know.

Oh.

-Anwar sent me. -Yes, Anwar mentioned.

Erm... he asked me to give you 2000,

but I only have 1000.

But he told me 2000.

I'll call him.

[phone rings]

Benny sir.

How are things, Ameer?

If the amount's ready, I'll send you the account details.

Sir, I have half the amount now.

I'll arrange the rest in two to three days...

That won't work, Ameer.

Don't waste my time.

Arrange the whole amount before night.

I won't call you again asking money!

No, sir. I'll deposit it today itself.

Good for you.

Okay, sir.

MY TOY!

MY TOY! MY TOY!

FIX IT!

FIX MY TOY!

FIX MY TOY!

MY TOY!

FIX IT!

FIX MY TOY!

-Dear... Don't make noise. -Fix it!

Don't make noise.

Fix my toy! Fix my toy!

-Fix my toy! Fix my toy! -Don't cry, dear. Don't make noise.

Uncle will buy you another one.

No, I don't want another one.

FIX MY TOY! FIX MY TOY!

Glue it! Glue it!

Glue it! Glue it!

-Don't cry. -Glue it. Glue it!

-Glue it! Glue it fast! -I'll. Don't cry.

-Don't cry. Uncle will glue it. -Glue it. Glue it! Fast!

I will fix it.

Glue it! Glue it!

Don't cry, okay?

Uncle will fix this.

Here.

Look.

Okay.

[music from the toy plays]

Thank you, Uncle.

-Uncle, are you leaving? -Yes, let me go.

Please, Uncle. Stay for a little longer. Play with me.

Uncle has to go now but I'll come back later.

Please. Stay for some more time.

Let go of my hand, son.

Let go, dear. Uncle has to go.

Aargh!

Don't cry, dear.

Hey, hey!

Don't cry. Don't cry, dear.

Let go of my hand.

-Dear, let go of my hand. -My hand...

Leave my hand.

Leave my hand, son.

Don't cry. Don't cry.

Uncle... My hand...

Don't cry, dear. Don't cry.

[doorbell rings]

Hey, don't cry.

Hey! Shush!

Don't make noise. Don't cry.

Hello, sir.

You had a shipment.

Okay. I'll keep it here.

Hey, dear. Don't cry.

Don't cry. Please don't cry.

Uncle will get it ready. Come on.

-Come, dear. Let me see. -My hand...

-My hand... -No. Uncle will fix it.

My hand...

Look here. Uncle will make it right.

Come. Come on.

Look. Look here.

-Here. -Uncle, it's hurting.

No, dear. Look.

Uncle...

Here.

-It's gone. It's gone. -No. No!

It's gone.

-Look. -No! No!

NO!

No! No!

-No! -No, dear. It won't hurt.

-No! -Dear...

No!

Shall we...

Shall we go outside?

Shall we go outside?

Will you come with Uncle, dear?

Let's go outside and get this sorted.

Shall we go?

Both of you are called inside.

Nurse, you may wait outside.

See, you're in your fifth week of pregnancy.

If you are considering abortion,

it is safest to do it within the next three weeks.

Also, as you know,

we can't perform the procedure here. It's illegal.

If you're ready to travel to Kerala, I can arrange the necessary facilities there.

Considering flight charges,

clinical expenses, and other costs,

it would amount to the same as a safe delivery here.

It's not about the money.

Didn't Manoj tell you?

Our elder son…

Ah, yes.

See. Just because your firstborn has certain challenges

doesn't mean the second child will have the same.

In fact, sometimes, the presence of a sibling

can even help improve the firstborn's condition.

Anyway,

think it through carefully before deciding.

Your blood pressure is slightly low.

Follow this medicine.

Okay.

One kid's meal with extra fries.

Okay, sir. Thank you.

Balu, don't think that I'm getting an abortion because you pressured me.

Also, I'm just as confused about what will happen

if we bring another child into this situation.

I've some leave days left. I'll apply.

Then let's take him along when we go to Kerala this time.

We can get him an admission at a special school with boarding facilities.

I don't think he'll adjust, Balu.

How long will he stay there without seeing us?

Remember when he had those issues at school?

We could rush to him immediately because we were here.

But in Kerala, who'll keep an eye on him?

Then, let's go to Kerala.

I'll call Sudhi's hospital

and arrange everything for the abortion.

I'll leave this job anyway.

I've found an investor.

Our problems will be solved.

How much?

Uncle, I want that.

Eh?

Didn't I tell you? I want that!

Let's go to the doctor first.

-I'll get it for you when we come back. -NO, I WANT IT RIGHT NOW!

-Don't make noise. -Uncle...

-I NEED IT RIGHT AWAY! -Dear...

-BUY IT FOR ME! -I will.

-I'll buy it for you. -BUY IT NOW!

Buy it now!

Come. Buy it right now.

-Buy it now. Buy it now. -Ten dirhams. Ten dirhams.

-Buy it for me! -Ten dirhams. Ten dirhams.

-One. -Here, hold it.

I don't have change for 500 dirhams.

Wait here. I'll get the change and come.

-Yes. -Okay.

Dear, come.

-Give him food and put him to bed. -Okay.

-He hasn't eaten anything for lunch. -Okay.

[phone ringing]

-Yes, Pothan? -Where are you?

Come to Mana Mall.

What's up?

Remember the guy I mentioned?

He's interested in investing in our project.

Come and convince him.

But what's the point in meeting him without any preparation?

It's alright, man. He's travelling tomorrow.

Let's at least pitch the idea.

-Hurry up. -Okay.

We need to see the doctor.

What's your name?

Ameer.

-Age? -27.

ID?

Er... It's for the child.

Then you should give the child's name.

What's the kid's name?

Didn't you hear the auntie? Tell her your name.

Jeppu.

Jeffron.

-Jeffron. -Okay.

Age?

S... seven.

ID?

Do you have insurance?

Key?

It's there itself.

Balu, are you reaching the flat now?

So, you haven't given him food yet?

I'll take care of it. Check your bag now.

I don't have the key, Balu.

I'm certain I kept it there.

Cut the call. Nathoor probably has the keys. I'll take care of it.

Ouch! Uncle, my hand...

Give it here.

Get it.

No need for that.

It's Ameer calling to borrow money.

He called in the morning as well.

[Automated voice] The person you are dialling is unavailable to take calls right now.

How to remove glue from skin?

[Automated voice] For super glue off skin

Start by washing your hands with

-warm, saline water -Uncle, I need to pee.

...which will help loosen the glue.

Uncle, I want to pee.

-Then rub from vegetable oil-- -Uncle, I need to pee!

Uncle...

-I need to pee! -Come.

Uncle, I want to pee.

Come on, pee.

I can't pee here. I need to pee in the bathroom.

-If you need to pee, do it here. -No, I won't!

-I need to go to the bathroom. -Don't make noise.

Don't make noise. I'll look for a bathroom. Come.

I want to pee, Uncle.

Uncle, I want to pee.

Come.

-Come on, get in. -No. I'll pee only if you stand outside.

-Can't do it. -I'll pee only if you stand outside!

-Uncle, go! -Go ahead and pee. Uncle won't look.

Stand outside, Uncle!

I don't need you, Uncle! Stand outside, Uncle!

-I will cover both my eyes. -NO!

I can't!

-Uncle should stand outside! -Don't make noise.

-Don't make noise. -No! Uncle should stand outside!

[phone ringing]

-Hello. -Yes, sir.

Ameer, you've been testing my patience for a while, saying

you'll pay soon.

The amount hasn't been credited to my account so far.

Sir,

I'll transfer the money today. I'll transfer it right away.

Good for you if you do. I won't call you again asking for money.

I got it.

Go away!

Jeppu...

Don't cry, dear.

I will clean it.

Then, let us buy new clothes.

Don't cry.

Sorry.

What happened? Why are you bothering me at this time?

What's the time now? Why are you banging on my door?

-Give me the keys to 406. -How can I give you the keys at this hour?

-Why should I give you the key? -Give me the keys.

Okay, fine. I will get it.

[phone ringing]

My dear Stephy, be patient.

I've asked the security for the keys.

Okay.

-Is this one okay? -Not that.

-This one? -Not that either.

-This? -Not that either.

Then which one?

This one.

-Which one? -That one.

Not this, that one.

-This? -Yes, this one.

-Brother, this one. -Okay. Don't you need anything else?

No.

Where's the washroom here?

Washroom... There's a mosque nearby.

There's one near the mosque.

-Okay, then. -Okay.

Uncle, don't look.

No.

Here. Wear it.

Uncle, I want to wear that t-shirt too.

Son...

Shall I change the t-shirt after we go home?

No. You need to make me wear it right now.

No, let's go home,

take a shower, and wear this t-shirt.

Okay?

Okay.

Peace be upon you.

Has it been a while since you came here?

When I asked your friend,

I learnt you haven't got a job.

As your father,

should I do anything for you?

Why are you standing here?

Don't you want to go to the movies?

Come.

Ameer...

Which film are we going to watch, Uncle?

Come, Jeppu.

When will the film start?

Come, man.

I want to watch the film.

Jeppu.

Jeppu!

Jeppu!

[phone rings]

Balu, how are things?

I'm in the flat. Got the keys.

And him?

He... he slept.

He ate the fruits and drank the milk.

Balu, how many times have I--

Jeppu?

Jeppu?

Jeppu.

Jeppu!

Jeppu.

Hey!

Pothan, did you sleep?

Can you come here quickly?

I can't find Jeppu anywhere

when I came back to the flat.

It looks like someone broke into the house.

Can you come here fast?

Jeppu!

-Didn't you tell me you'd take me to the movies? -Jeppu!

-Show me the movie, Uncle. -Don't make noise. I'll take you.

Uncle, show me the movie!

-Son, I'll take you. -Show me the movie!

-Don't make noise. I'll take you. -NO! Take me--

Don't try to trick me.

-Don't make noise. -I need to see the movie now!

Don't make noise. I'll take you. People will hear you.

-I said I want to watch the movie! -Dear, your hand...

-Dear, hand... -I want to see the movie!

-I want to see the movie! -I'll take you.

Uncle, when will the film start?

Stay put.

The film will start now.

How will we watch a film from here?

Watch.

Once upon a time,

in a forest,

lived a small bird.

That small bird

was flying and flying

like this in the forest.

One day,

all of a sudden, someone came,

caught the bird,

and locked it in a cage.

The bird became very sad.

The bird sat in the cage

and started crying, "Save me", "Save me."

And then?

What happened to the bird?

One day, a thief who came that way,

heard the bird crying.

What did the thief do then?

He came in slowly,

opened the bird's cage

and let the bird free.

The bird became very happy.

So, it flew and flew and flew

far away

like this.

Uncle, can you tell me another film too?

I searched everywhere here.

It must have happened when we went to the doctor.

I'm certain someone broke in.

All the cupboards are open.

Should we inform the police?

And what will you tell them?

That you locked the kid inside the flat and left?

The police will detain you both first.

Even if they find the kid,

getting you released will be a court matter.

What should we do then?

At least you could have set up a camera here.

Leave it.

Let's check all the places he might have gone.

Someone definitely did this on purpose,

someone who knew exactly where the flat's key was kept!

[phone rings]

-No, Uncle! Gimme the phone-- -Wait, wait a minute!

Naufal...

How did it go, Ameer? Were you able to arrange the funds?

Man...

I'm trapped in an issue.

Issue? What issue?

Hello? Hello--

[Jeppu cries]

Oh, no! Sorry, sorry, sorry! Please don't cry.

Sorry, sorry, sorry...

Sorry.

[Jeppu whimpers]

Uncle, I'm hungry.

Come. Let's eat.

Jeppu...

Does he usually come around here?

He comes up here every now and then.

Jeppu!

He's not here.

No, not here. Come.

What's wrong with you?

Why are you bugging me?

What's the matter? Come on, tell me.

Have you seen my child?

Your child?

First, your key goes missing, and now your child too?

-You're asking me about your child? -Isn't that your job?

Oh really, is that my job? You messed up and now--

-I'll get you fired! -How dare you raise your hand on me!

Hey, lower your voice!

-You guys came to fight-- -Forgive us. Sorry, sorry.

Brother, have you got CCTV here? - Yeah, we do.

But checking it isn't my job.

The company guys handle that.

I'm not allowed to do that.

-Man, I don't-- -Okay, okay. Sorry.

Just leave. Let me sleep now.

Shall we call the company?

Do you have anything left to eat?

No, the shop's closed. Everything is over.

Uncle, I am starving.

-I'll get you food, dear. -Oh, dear.

We have chapati and egg curry. Will that do?

Yeah, that will do.

Egg curry, my foot!

Can you please keep my phone for charging here?

Please be seated. I'll serve you the food.

What are you even saying?

It's past 1:00 a.m. already!

I couldn't turn them away when I saw the kid.

That's why I offered them food.

It's just your never-ending greed!

Hello!

Watch your tone!

I've got a family.

I just want to finish this work, call them, and get some sleep.

But how can I? This damn work never gives me a break!

You're just an employee! I'm your employer.

-No means no. -How dare you!

You've been treating me this way for a long time.

I won't!

You're just an employee!

Uncle, our food?

I'm the owner!

I told you, I won't!

[argument intensifies]

I am feeling very hungry.

I will get you food.

Uncle, I'm so hungry!

Uncle, I'm feeling hungry!

Uncle, I'm hungry.

Yeah, dear.

-I'm hungry! -Yes, yes. Let's go!

Uncle, I'm hungry!

- Bro, got a phone charger? - Which phone?

-This one. -Yes. I've the charger.

Where do you wanna go?

-Cafeteria. -Okay, get in.

Don't you know the shopkeeper here?

We usually buy stuff from this shop, but I've no idea where he lives.

Do one thing, call him on that number. Ask him to come quickly.

He has got CCTV camera. Hope he picks up.

What do you want to eat?

What do you have?

I will have a burger.

-A shake. -Okay.

And fries too.

Anything else?

No. Get that.

Thank you.

[phone rings]

Brother, please pass me the phone.

I was here the whole time. I didn't see anyone leaving suspiciously.

-CCTV footage. -Here it is.

Check it.

Rewind it.

Go back a little faster.

Stop, stop! Pause there.

Rewind.

Ah! Stop there.

There he is.

[Jeppu crying loudly]

Brother! Are you blind while driving?

Are you alright?

What the hell were you doing? Why were you driving so fast?

You were very fast.

Doesn't your car have brakes?

-Why did you speed like that? -[Jeppu crying miserably]

It's okay. I got you. Don't cry.

Kiddo, are you okay?

Man, I think

someone opened the door after hearing Jeppu cry.

Otherwise, would he just walk away with a total stranger?

But who's this guy?

You have no clue?

No.

I'm getting scared.

I wanna go home! -Hello.

Yes, sir. Yes, sir.

[police sirens approaching]

Jeppu.

Stop crying and sleep right now. Or the police will get you!

Police... police... is here!

She'll call after her shift soon.

What am I supposed to tell her?

At least we now know who he left with.

We'll find out, don't stress.

Stress!

My stress is not a new thing.

I can't have peace anywhere people gather.

I can't even sit in a restaurant and eat in peace.

And on top of that, she and I are always arguing about him!

Is that your concern now?

We need to find Jeppu. That's only important now.

Let's send this photo to everyone we know.

Somebody will definitely identify him.

Come.

Come here.

Is the boy okay?

-Yes. -Show me your ID.

[police sirens approaching]

Okay, okay. Leave it.

Thank you.

Peace be upon you.

And upon you be peace.

-Can you drop them home? -Why not?

-Okay, you can go with him. -Come, come.

It's okay.

Get in.

NO! NO!

I don't wanna get in this car. I want to go in that vehicle.

-NO! No can do! I wanna go in that car. -Dear, it's okay.

-He's afraid. -I will go in that car.

No, not in this car!

-I wanna go in that car. -Boy... boy!

Boy... boy...

-Take this. -I wanna go in that car!

Because this is our vehicle.

He was driving--

Come on, get in.

Show me.

♪ On the spire of night, A few little stars are born ♪

♪ They play across the sky, And then fade at dawn. ♪

♪ A tiny star drifts away Into the hills, alone ♪

♪ And it vanished like a glint of light. ♪

♪ We raced through every land, ♪

♪ Searched the whole town wide ♪

♪ Where did you go? Oh, dear little one? ♪

♪ Without you, the night is just A chasm, dark and deep ♪

♪ Where did you go? ♪

That photo you sent me on WhatsApp...

that guy delivers food to our house.

I'll send you the location of his shop.

♪ Where did you go? Oh, my darling? ♪

♪ Without you, our home is just A hollow, grieving shade ♪

♪ Come back, dear... ♪

Hello!

Here.

Oh.

No, it's okay.

I will bring it up.

Wait, wait. It's okay.

Okay, thank you.

Anytime.

Peace be upon you.

Man...

it just happened unintentionally, the situation was like that.

What are you even saying?

If they file a police complaint first, you're finished!

Man, I'm at their flat right now.

They don't even know something like this happened.

Nobody is here.

But I can't stay here for long.

It'll take me two hours just to get there from here.

Alright, I'll somehow manage it. But what will you do until then?

I will hide myself till then.

Just help me somehow. Please.

Okay.

Such a mess!

[Jeppu screams in pain]

-Jeppu... -Uncle...

-My hand... -Don't cry, please.

Listen, can I show you something?

Huh?

Shall we go out again?

But I wanna take my toy too.

Uncle, what are you gonna show me?

Wait. I will show you.

Where are we going, Uncle?

Come.

Uncle,

can you turn my toy on?

[music from the toy plays]

Uncle, what is that?

That's the moon.

Then, what are those?

Those are the stars.

Haven't you seen the stars before, Jeppu?

Can they see us?

Of course.

Just like how we see them, they see us too.

Why are they looking at us?

You and I were once stars in the sky.

At night, those stars look down just like this.

At that time,

our parents

call those stars down to the earth.

Seeing that,

the stars choose the homes they love, come down,

and are born as children.

That's how you and I came to this world.

Then, what's that?

That...

The stars that came down to earth

slowly lose their light and fade away.

That's where those faded stars sleep forever.

Kumar, Abdul Jabbar Restaurant. Okay, fine.

-It's the same. -It's closed.

Let's check. Someone's gotta be inside.

-Brother, are you a Malayali? -Yes, yes.

When does this shop open?

It will open after the prayers.

Okay.

Let's wait here for some time.

[phone ringing]

Where are you?

Man,

I am on top of a building.

And the child?

He slept.

Okay. A friend of mine has a clinic.

I've already talked to him.

He said he can help.

But they're closed right now.

I'll call you when I get there. Then you can come over.

I will manage until then.

Okay.

-Uncle. -What happened, dears?

Uncle, do you know him?

This is Ameer.

He works here, right?

He left yesterday.

Where did he go?

He got a job and went there.

-What's the matter? -Can you please give us his number?

Yeah.

Here.

[phone rings]

-Naufal? -I'll reach the clinic in half an hour.

You grab a taxi and come straight there.

-Okay. -I'll send you the location.

I'll come there now.

Okay.

Jeppu...

Jeppu...

Get up. Come.

Where's my milk, Uncle?

Mummy's gonna scold me.

I'll buy milk for you.

Where's my milk.? Mummy will scold me.

Please don't cry. I will buy it for you.

Mummy will scold me if I won't drink my milk.

Buy me milk, Uncle.

I will buy you milk for sure.

Come.

Here.

Two dirhams.

Here. Drink it.

Are you giving me milk without brushing my teeth?

Mummy will scold me for sure, right?

What happened?

It fell by mistake.

Can you please pack a glass of milk for me?

Okay, wait a minute.

He hung up.

Let's ask him to call him from his number.

Why did you break the glass, Jeppu?

Don't you know we shouldn't drink milk before brushing our teeth?

Do you have to break the glass for that?

Can't you just tell me?

Look at me. Don't you want to be a good kid?

Here.

Uncle...

We can't reach Ameer.

Can you try calling from your phone?

[phone rings]

Hi, Uncle.

Hello, Ameer.

Where are you?

I am with a friend.

Two people are here looking for you. Will you talk to them?

Ah.

Hello.

Uncle, give me milk.

That scoundrel hung up.

He's intentionally doing this.

What's the matter?

[phone rings]

Uncle, will you take me there?

Please take me there, Uncle.

Drink your milk, Jeppu.

[phone ringing continuously]

Please, Uncle.... please!

Didn't I tell you I'll take you there after you drink this milk?

Drink it.

[phone ringing]

Naufal...

Hey, I spoke to the doctor.

They can't help.

It's a simple matter.

But they won't agree without an ID card or a parent.

He's saying if something goes wrong,

his clinic, license, and everything else could get shut down.

Hey, man. Take that kid to his home immediately.

If you're scared, I'll come with you.

Let's try talking to them.

Send me your location.

Hello?

Hello--

Uncle...

Will you please take me there?

Let's go.

Take my toy as well.

He's not picking up!

[Balu's phone rings]

Stephy!

Yes, Stephy.

Balu, my shift is over.

Will you come?

Yeah, I'll come and pick you up.

Do one thing. Go pick her up.

I'll stay here and see if he shows up.

What would I tell her?

Just go, man. It'll be fine.

Jeppu...

Jeppu...

Jeppu...

Jeppu...

JEPPU!

Jeppu... son...

Where's he, Balu? Huh?

Did he cause any trouble last night?

Huh?

Can't you hear me? Tell me, Balu.

I've been searching for him since last night.

He's missing.

Missing?

Jeppu...

What did you say, Balu?

WHERE'S HE, BALU?

I don't know, Stephy.

There's no place left to check.

Why didn't you tell me earlier?

Did you inform the police?

Stephy...

If we inform the police, it'll become a huge issue.

They'll arrest us for locking him up alone.

And then your job…

everything will be in trouble.

Balu...

All this time, I believed that

even when you were mad at him or arguing,

deep down, you still loved him,

you just couldn't express it.

But now, after all these hours of our son being missing,

the only thing you're worried about is our jobs?

Balu...

Have you ever truly felt

even a bit of love for him?

I don't care what punishment comes for locking him up,

I'll face it.

Nothing is more important to me than him.

Call Balu.

Just call them.

Call the police.

I said call them!

Pothan, let's go to the police station.

We knew who he was with but could do nothing.

And now, even his phone is off.

We made a mistake.

But if we wait any longer…

Come here, Pothan.

Let's go together.

[phone rings]

Jeppu...

Shall we go home?

Yes, Uncle. Let's go.

Uncle, are we going home?

Wait here.

Let me show you another trick.

What trick are you going to show me?

There is something. Just close your eyes, Jeppu.

Don't open your eyes until I tell you to.

Close your eyes.

Don't open them, okay?

-Don't open your eyes, okay? -No.

Is it done?

In a minute.

-Don't open your eyes, Jeppu. -No.

-Over? -Nah.

Just a minute.

Done?

Yeah.

Open your eyes, Jeppu.

Shall we go?

Huh?

Come.

♪ Oh silent, gentle sky ♪

♪ Have you seen these forsaken souls ♪

♪ Have you seen them, lost in the depths ♪

♪ Of the endless cosmic stream? ♪

Okay, sir. We will bring.

They said to come to the station right away with his photo.

-Ah, here it is. Come. -Yes.

Get down, Jeppu.

Uncle, please come!

Let's go and play together. Come.

I'll go and get you some toys and be right back.

NO! No need. Come, Uncle.

-Please, Uncle. -Get down, Jeppu.

I won't let you go.

-Your dad will come now. -No!

Get down, Jeppu.

-Uncle, please... -Here...

I'll go now and come back later.

No, you come with me, Uncle!

-I'll come back later. -NO! NO!

Brother, please honk once.

Uncle... Uncle... please come!

Go. Go fast.

Jeppu! Jeppu!

Jeppu!

Jeppu!

Jeppu!

♪ Did you unfold yourself Oh, slow white cloud? ♪

♪ Under that floating tuft ♪

Sir, we got him.

He's here only.

♪ As dreams pours itself dry ♪

♪ Is the world slowly shifting into ♪

-Jeppu... -♪ An abyss of darkness? ♪

Okay, okay.

Let go of it, Pothan.

Let’s just drop it.

Okay, bye. I'll call you later.

It was Pothan.

He broke in to steal.

-Hey... -Hey, Jeppu!

Jeppu!

Why are you standing here?

Huh?

Don't you want to sleep?

Uncle said that I used to be one of the stars there long ago.

And then Dad and Mom called me, and I came here.

Did you really call me here?

Why did you ask that?

Both of us called you together,

and that's when you came.

Jeppu...

Shall we call another new star home to play with you?

Really?

Yes! Go for it, Dad!

Yeah, we will!

Sort the colours and arrange them accordingly.

Keep the browns there.

-Go to that side. -Okay, sir.

[on loudspeaker] Staff Announcement: Department Staff Mr Ameer KV.

Take care of the other sections as well.

kindly come to the Customer Point.

-Hey, did you call me? -Yeah.

There is a family waiting for you in food court.

Did you recognise us?

For the past few years, we haven't really celebrated his birthday.

To be honest, we never even tried to understand what he likes.

Next month is his birthday.

When we asked him what he would like for a birthday gift,

he said, 'Uncle should come.'

-You must. -Jeppu...

Jeppu...

You wanted to invite uncle, right?

Give him the card.

Jeppu...

-Do you still remember me? -Yes, I do, Uncle.

You really should come.

It'll make him super happy, and us too!

For sure.

Okay then. You are on duty, after all.

Yeah.

We will leave then.

Okay then.