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When I was a kid,

Diwali was my favourite time of the year.

And nothing has changed since then.

Oh, Delhi. I missed you!

People say once you leave home, it's gone forever.

But no matter how long you stay away,

home is always home, right?

I'm Twinkle Handa,

and my family was convinced

I would choose my boring job in Bangalore over coming home

for Diwali again this year.

But here I am.

Forget the project.

I'm so excited to surprise Mom, Dad,

and my annoying little brother.

I had completely forgotten about him.

After all, we found him in a trash can.

This is the Handa house.

My home.

We've all grown up,

but this place is still the same.

I can't wait to see the look on my parents' faces when they see me.

I should smack you with my slippers.

What did I say wrong?

It's always your fault.

- My fault? - Will anyone listen to me?

Why should we? This whole mess is your fault!

See, everyone has heard it now.

- Yeah, shout louder! - Enough!

- But-- - Can you, please, be quiet?

- I'll smash your face in! - Dad, you should've told us.

- Go ahead, say all you want. - Will anyone listen to me?

- Just keep quiet… - Aren't we already in enough of a mess?

- Shut up! - But he'll only confide in his mother.

I'll go see who's at the door.

Tinku?

When did you arrive?

Just now, Mom.

You're too funny.

Ranjan ji, look who is home.

Come, come, my child.

Come, come, come.

Dad, what's going on?

Tinku, my sweet child. When did you arrive?

Isn't it obvious? She came just now.

- Hi. - Hi.

What's this?

- Oh, this… - That…

- How did that happen? - Who did that?

Must have been the cat.

Where's the cat?

It left, didn't it?

Why is your luggage still outside?

I'll get you some water.

Anku, make her feel comfortable, go.

- Come, sit. I'll bring some water. - Ankush, what's happening?

Now that you're here, it feels like Diwali.

With Twinkle home, the whole house lights up on its own.

- Will someone tell me what's happ-- - Tea?

Who wants tea?

I'll have a cup.

- Anku? - No thanks.

Half a cup.

Okay.

What do you think you're doing? You'll eat them all?

Mom.

What was all that?

What?

I heard everything.

What did you hear?

I couldn't hear properly but… Mom, talk to me.

It's nothing.

You've come home after so long.

Just enjoy your tea.

I got your favourite snacks from the market yesterday.

I didn't even know you were coming.

- Mom, am I a-- - Mom's telepathy.

You done?

Am I a guest?

Then why are you pretending everything is normal in front of me?

Don't be silly. Come have some tea.

I made it especially for you, with ginger.

Come have some tea before it gets cold.

What's going on, man?

Listen up, whatever happens, Tinku mustn't find out.

I'll stay quiet.

- You explain it to your son. - Hey! Listen. Tinku--

Should I add sugar for you, or no?

Dad, if no one tells me what's going on,

I'll take my bags and leave right away.

- Ankush. - Great idea.

Go ahead. Suit yourself.

Tell me! You must've done something.

He's done something, right? Tell me.

Me?

Mom's moving to Bangalore with you.

Congratulations.

What?

He's found a 35-year-old girlfriend.

Congrats, your sister-in-law is as old as your mother.

Why are you spewing nonsense, Mom?

Is this any way to speak to your mother?

How disrespectful.

I'm disrespectful?

The house you've returned to celebrate Diwali in

doesn't belong to us.

Dad has lied to all of us.

Dad?

- Technically, it's not in our name. - Yes!

Technically, it's still in Suri uncle's name, and he's selling it.

Which technically means we're about to be homeless.

And technically, this is our last Diwali in this house.

Wow, Dad, congratulations!

- What a good job you've done. - Don't talk to me like that.

But you're the one who messed things up.

This father-son duo is dragging our name through the mud.

Mom, yaar.

- Come on. - What "Mom, yaar"?

Go tell your Karina there's no house left to live in.

Then we'll see her true love.

- She's a gold digger. - Gold digger? Where's the gold to dig?

That's why you're leaving too, because Dad's broke.

- You-- - Mom!

Forget it.

One spoonful of sugar.

Hey, my kiddo's awake!

So, what do you want for breakfast?

Aloo paratha or gobi paratha?

Nothing, Mom. I'm leaving.

Alright, listen. Eat something. It'll calm your mind.

Then go wherever you need to go.

Eat?

Did I come here to eat parathas?

You didn't come here for my parathas?

Leaving?

How convenient.

One minute.

What do you mean, "How convenient"?

- Oh, hello, I'm talking to you! - What?

Pack your bag and go.

There's already enough drama here.

We don't need any more drama. Okay?

What are you giving me attitude for?

I'm the one who's pissed off at you!

So much is happening at home. Why didn't you tell me?

You're supposed to tell me immediately!

One minute, hold on.

- Don't forget I'm your elder sister. - Look.

It's not my duty to give you daily updates on whatever is happening here.

I'm already doing my duty.

You're here for just two days, right? Just eat your chole bhature and leave.

Don't get unnecessarily involved, okay?

Thinks she's all big and important.

Tinku, do you want some mooli parathas?

They're in season too.

Oh my God! Is everyone in this house crazy?

Morning, sleepy.

Good morning!

- What are you doing? - Nothing.

Just had tea and poha with Mom and Dad. Heading to the gym now.

You've become so domestic in Indore.

With me, you get dramatic over avocado toast and chili omelettes.

At least eat poha with me sometimes!

Please, don't compare Mom's cooking to our failed experiments.

Listen.

I'll tell my family about us in a day or two.

When will you tell your family?

I'll tell them soon. I just got here.

I wanted to tell you one thing.

Yesterday, when I came home…

Why are you smiling?

Because I know what you're about to say.

What?

That rejecting the AI project

and coming home was the best decision you ever made.

And you regret not coming home last Diwali, right?

Of course. I understand. Home is home.

Home is home.

Alright, it's family breakfast time here too.

- Cool. - I'll call you later.

- Bye, love you. - Love you.

Mom, I'm going to Pankhuri's place.

Tinku, the parathas are ready.

Eat them before you leave, or I won't talk to you.

Mom, come on.

Good morning, beta ji.

Here, they're hot.

Break them and eat them with butter.

- I even made kadhi chawal for-- - Mom, don't tell me what's for dinner.

And, seriously, if you say everything's fine every time you call,

then how am I supposed to know?

If there's any problem at home, call me ten times if you need to.

Worst case? I won't pick up.

But then I'll call you back.

Fine.

I'll call every day then.

No, that's not what I meant.

Listen.

Now that you're here, can you do me a favour?

Please.

What?

Talk to Anku, just once.

- Nicely. - Mom--

- You're the elder sister. He'll listen-- - No!

I don't want to get involved in his business. Are you serious?

You just said if I need help, I should call you.

He doesn't even talk to me properly.

He won't listen. No, Mom, please.

You'll talk nicely, right?

No, no, I'm leaving. Sorry, bye.

- Fine. At least finish the parathas-- - Bye.

I'll be back.

You'll be back for dinner, right?

This Anku turned out to be a player.

I can't seem to impress even 27 or 28-year-olds.

He impressed a 35-year-old!

True love!

You won't understand.

Madam!

When are you introducing me to your true love?

I keep asking you to come to Bangalore.

But you don't even want to leave Punjabi Bagh to eat momos.

At least video call me.

Who has the time?

I'm at the shop all day.

Once I get back home,

bed is my true love.

So, even you went "out of sight, out of mind" on me too?

Why am I even here?

Bro, I forgot how needy you are!

I'm needy?

And you? Princess?

You live with your parents.

We'll talk when you're alone.

Work all day, cook, wash dishes,

then you'll know what it means to be tired.

But, seriously, how do you still live with your parents?

I've lost my mind after just one day.

Bro, if you don't mind, can I say something?

Say it.

Since you arrived, you've made this whole thing about you.

"Mom didn't tell me. Anku didn't text me."

"I feel betrayed."

"I have to do all the work."

This me, that me… I mean, bro, for once,

maybe this isn't about you.

Now that you're here, try seeing other points of view.

Be kinder with the truth next time.

"I'm a fragile!"

Where did you get these momos?

They're awful.

Punjabi Bagh.

What?

You already heard it.

When is she coming?

The day after tomorrow.

Then you could've told them not to come!

- Mom, how could Dad say no? - You could have just--

Go to sleep.

- You know that-- - God, you're arguing again.

What happened now?

News. Handle it.

What happened?

Your grandmother called.

She's coming the day after tomorrow.

Like every year, Diwali will be celebrated here again.

A Diwali party?

Because your father can't seem to open his mouth around her!

Just say no sometimes!

What's the worst that could happen?

Dad, seriously.

You think throwing a Diwali party is a good idea right now?

Who knows, beta.

Maybe it really will be

the last one in this house.

Look.

The painting from Grandmother's house.

It was here this morning.

Now it's gone.

Where did it go?

No one knows.

Mom!

It's not here. Mom!

Yes, Mrs. Verma.

No, you don't need to bring anything.

Just come to the party. Okay, see you.

- What is it? - Mom, my comic books are missing!

The thief took your comics along with our 250,000-rupee painting!

Tinku, maybe you gave them to someone. How would I know?

Maybe I gave them to someone?

Mom, those were special edition collectibles!

Is there any emotion left in this house besides constant drama?

Hey! You dug them out once in 20 years,

posted on Instagram, and then forgot about them.

- Don't lecture me about emotions. - Oh, leave it!

Yes. Left it!

Hey! Have you seen my comic books?

- They disappeared? - Did you take them?

I used to read Murakami growing up.

Fair.

Man, at least ask for help.

Chill, man.

Where did it go?

Tell me, when did you find out about the house?

A week ago.

I saw the transfer of ownership letter.

Apparently, 20 years ago, Suri uncle and Dad had a mutual agreement.

Dad was struggling financially, so it said

we could stay here while Dad started working with him.

And now he wants it back?

Redevelopment is happening. So, as the legal owner…

We're going to be homeless.

I'm so mad at Dad!

How could he do this?

Honestly, he ruined our lives.

Yeah, I was angry too.

But you can see it on his face.

How guilty he feels.

He feels like a loser, and…

I just feel so bad for him.

I see him every day.

A man who once stood tall, chest out,

can't even lift his eyes in his own home now.

I guess

part of growing up is realizing

that your parents make some terrible choices too, right?

Anyway…

Okay, since you're being cordial for once,

can I ask one more thing?

Sure.

Look.

You know what's going on with you and Karina…

It's not ideal.

Do you really love her?

Man.

What's "ideal" about love?

You think Mom and Dad's love is ideal?

Love is love.

And, yes.

I love who I'm with.

Wanna see a photo?

But promise you won't tell anyone.

I'll definitely promise.

Alright then.

That's it for now.

So what's happening in Bangalore?

Met anyone yet?

You're crazy!

Come on, tell me. Share something!

You've lost it.

Diwali.

Indian families' favourite day.

New clothes, poker nights, and that perfect Instagram aesthetic.

Told you, Julie from our neighbourhood. Her divorce is confirmed.

Too many affairs.

Today, she was even flirting with Dad.

You know what's my favourite part about Diwali?

Uncle even deleted all the wedding photos from Instagram.

- Tinku! - When the party ends,

my family sits and gossips about all the drama.

Ranjan ji, for you she's not.

Forget all this. Did anyone see Vinod's son today?

- Yeah. - Two drinks, down and out!

Unlike our brave son.

Yes, Dad.

Brave son.

Anku!

Just don't puke.

Looks like, this year, we'll be the topic of gossip.

The marigold garlands aren't even up yet, and--

Why did you bring out the steel utensils?

Is this a community feast?

Anku, go to the kitchen and get my wedding set.

- No worries, I'll get it. - You leave it.

Why haven't you gone to the police station yet?

Yes, I forgot. I'll go.

Where are you going with those utensils?

Anku, come.

Hey! Mom just asked to fetch the cutlery set.

Yeah, so do it.

What are you, a princess?

- Don't talk to me. - Can't do work?

- Please, just do it. I'm already busy. - Great!

Tear each other apart all you want today,

but tomorrow, no drama in front of your grandmother.

Tomorrow, we'll live like a happy family.

I'm not joking.

Remember my mother's advice.

"Inside these doors, fight all you want."

"Once they open, we stand together."

Why did Grandma always speak in such complicated proverbs?

Seriously!

Stand up now, come on!

Hurry, I've got a ton of work. Do I have to do everything?

- Come, give me a hand. - Here.

- Where? - Climb the slab.

- See those? Take out those utensils. - Where?

Right there!

What are you doing?

Trying to make

this last Diwali memorable.

The papers may say otherwise…

but this has always been our home, Sunita ji.

That's the problem, Ranjan ji.

It doesn't feel like ours anymore.

Dad teases me, "How did a fool like you get such a pretty girl?"

Then Mom argues back,

"My son is handsome too!" And then they…

Madam!

Are you there?

Sorry.

What happened?

Did you tell them at home?

Tell them? Man, it's such a mess--

I mean, with the Diwali party,

everyone's too busy. There's no time.

Of course! The famous Handa Diwali party.

Can't wait to hear all about your favourite day.

It is my favourite day.

And this year, I'll make sure it's memorable.

You know, I was thinking.

- What would be a great surprise is that-- - Shit!

Rishi, I have to go. I'm so sorry.

- But I-- - Bye, love you.

Love you.

- Tinku, don't you think-- - Keep your voice down.

Don't you think this is a bit ridiculous?

What are we even doing?

Every day, something goes missing from this house.

And I'm getting to the bottom of it. And so are you.

Tinku, I think we should leave.

This is Delhi.

You think that will protect us?

Wow!

Hey, look there.

Dad?

- Get down, get down. - Oh, okay.

Holy shit!

Julie auntie?

What happened?

Every time I breathe in this house, there's a new drama.

What is it now?

First, it was Mom's silver vase.

Then those expensive paintings.

Now your comics.

I knew you took them.

- Always acting like such an intellectual. - Tinku.

I didn't take your comics.

I found them in Dad's bag.

I know.

You know?

I didn't know how to tell you this, but…

last night I saw him going to Julie's house.

So, does that mean…?

Yes.

Are you serious?

- Dad is a thief? - Shut up.

Your brain's still stuck in your knees, isn't it?

You know what this means?

Wait.

You think Dad is

having an affair?

Maybe.

That's why Mom wants to move to Bangalore with you?

Dude, how…?

Listen. For now, play it cool.

I'll handle this.

- But how do you play it cool? - I'll manage.

One day at a time. Come.

Where are my darlings?

- You don't even call like you used to. - Come see Tinku.

- Grandma. - She's back after being away so long.

- Tinku! - Come, my child.

It's been so long since I saw you.

Bless me, Grandma.

Here's my most sensible child.

You're the wisest.

At least someone understands.

- How are you? - Forget about me.

You look so sexy.

Should I get you married before I die?

Better put the property in my name before you die.

Diwali's already started,

but Sunita's cleaning still isn't done.

What are you saying, Mother?

Sunita has prepared such a beautiful Diwali party.

Everyone will be amazed.

This is the last one anyway.

You idiot, I'm not actually dying.

I'll bring some tea.

Do you think she's here?

Who?

Stepmom.

You think Dad would invite her openly to the party?

Genius.

Then what's your plan?

Happy Diwali!

Happy Diwali, Uncle!

There's no plan anymore, Ankush.

It's time for a direct attack.

Everyone must face reality.

Yeah, right.

Starting with you.

Tinku, what did you do?

I just invited your friend to the party.

Oh, man.

- Twinkle Handa. No, no. Don't tell me-- - Ankush!

I can handle this. Trust me.

Do you think this is Raksha Bandhan?

You had to act like a big sister right now?

Come on, Tinku!

Look.

If you're not ready,

then just say the word.

I won't tell anyone.

But if you are…

I've got you.

I have to go.

Just say the word, okay?

Is everything fine at home?

These decorations look lovely.

I'll see you later. Bye-bye.

- Hey! - Hi!

Are there any cute guys here?

Or is my pretty dress going to go to waste again?

I was thinking the same thing.

Are you sure you're not my grandma?

Say the word, and I'll become yours right now.

- Grandma… - What?

It's such a boring party.

Full of aunties.

As if you're so young.

Of course, I am.

Your mother is the auntie.

Wow.

Come. Your dress is really pretty.

- Thank you. - Where'd you buy it?

South Ex.

- And you-- - Excuse me.

Come.

Hi, I'm Pankhuri.

Hi, I'm Karan.

Hi, Karan. Twinkle.

- Oh, hi. - Good to see you.

Same here.

- Come, come. - Yeah.

I thought you were serious about Rishi.

Turns out you're a player.

Just enjoy the game, okay?

Here you go. They're sitting on the sofa.

Mom, I need to talk to you.

Yes, tell me, child.

I…

Mom, I…

- I… - Stop beating around the bush. Tell me.

You have a boyfriend, right?

I knew it. I'm your mother.

How did you know?

Mom's telepathy!

Is it serious?

Yes.

What about his family?

They're very loving.

Then it'll be tough for you.

You're used to fights.

But I've always trusted you to choose the best.

Your brother, though…

About that…

Mom, listen. Leave that. Listen to me.

Yes, tell me. I have to make these sweets.

Don't get angry.

We're adults. We'll deal with this maturely.

Hurry up. These sweets--

I invited Ankush's friend.

You called that Karina here?

Are you crazy?

Where is she?

I'll throw her out.

- Mom! - Why are you creating this drama?

- You realize your grandma is here too. - But--

- Mom. - You could've at least asked me.

Speak softly. Mom, please wait.

There…

That's Anku's college friend Karan, right?

Is Karina the girl behind him?

No, Mom.

That's the one.

Karina?

Karan.

Mom!

Mom, please listen.

Don't follow me.

You can't keep running away from everything.

What did you just say?

That's enough.

Lies upon lies.

Twenty-seven years ago, your dad said this house was ours.

Then, suddenly, he said it never was.

Ankush lied for so long.

And now you…

Yes. Mom, even you've been lying.

- Haven't you? - I…

Keep your voice down.

See? That's exactly your problem.

You only care about what other people will think.

I know why you're moving to Bangalore.

Mom, I'm on your side, not Dad's.

You're on my side?

You're on my side? Did you even ask me

what's true and what's not? Did you?

You all think you're so sensible.

- Mom, just listen for once-- - Don't!

Don't talk to me right now.

So much has happened, and no one even told us.

Exactly.

Everyone, please go inside.

Son…?

Ankush, take everyone inside the house.

Twinkle.

I thought I'd come to surprise you.

Forget it, Rishi. Why did you even come here?

Because I know how important this party is to you.

And whatever's happening in your family,

it's not my place or anyone else's, to judge.

I'm just hurt you couldn't tell me.

I tried.

Listen. I don't think you'll understand.

Try me. It's me.

Your family is so different.

You all sit together and play board games.

Whenever anything happens, your first call is home.

You guys actually like spending time with each other.

That's what a family should be, right?

Exactly. This is what I'm talking about.

You think if it's not like your family, it's not ideal.

But that's not how it works.

We're not picture-perfect.

This is just who we are.

And it's hard for me to share this part of my life with you…

because…

Because what?

I guess I want to protect my family.

Just like my mother does.

Hey.

Listen. I'm really sorry

if I ever made you feel like you had to pretend.

Or if I didn't give you the space to talk about it.

But I'm not sorry I came here.

I'm so happy that I finally get to see more of you.

All of you.

Especially in that sari.

I love you.

I love you.

Welcome to Greater Kalesh.

Is that Ankush's girlfriend?

Keep your voice down. Not girlfriend, he's Ankush's boyfriend.

Women should learn how to manage their homes.

I told you that already.

True. And now look, everything's out in the open.

Auntie, when you don't know anything, please don't speak.

Excuse me? What did he just say?

- When have we ever said anything? - Wow.

You've said everything, yet now you claim you never did.

Anku, apologize.

Sorry.

Hey. Where's he going, chasing after him?

Ginni, go follow them and see where they're going.

Oh, God!

You people are so dramatic.

Just sit quietly!

He's always scolding us!

I hope Mom saw that.

I know.

But where is she?

We housewives are always taught

that our world lies within the four walls of our home.

You all have so much else,

like friends, boyfriends, girlfriends.

But our world is just this.

A home becomes our identity, beta.

Without a home,

it feels like we don't exist.

Then come with me to Bangalore.

Over there, you can make parathas all day.

Mooli, aloo, gobi, whatever you like.

So you want me to move to Bangalore just to keep making parathas for you?

Then what else will you do there, Zumba classes?

Why not? I can do Zumba.

Wait.

If that's Karina, I mean Karan,

then who was that woman I saw you with at the market the other day?

Oh, that?

Yes.

She was just asking me for directions.

By the way, Dad has scared everyone away.

Your dad?

Yes, your husband.

His blood pressure will shoot up now.

He doesn't listen. He'll just get angry all of a sudden.

I've told him so many times that it raises his blood pressure.

But, no, he never wants to listen.

Ranjan ji!

Do you…

really think Dad would do this to Mom?

I know.

It's okay.

Let's go down and see what's happening.

- Let's go. - Okay.

Son, don't say anything at your house.

- Who knows what they'll think about us? - Mom…

Auntie, don't worry. My house still has its share of drama waiting.

She'll come to create some.

I'll take my leave now.

Okay. Bye-bye.

Now what?

Now what?

Now we go find your father.

Mom.

I know where Dad is.

But you have to promise me, whatever is happening there,

we'll sit calmly and talk. Okay?

No drama, okay?

Where is he?

Mom, relax. We'll talk it out.

Mom, what are you doing? I said no drama.

- Watch out. - Auntie!

Look at that, Mom, you're creating drama.

Family fights should stay within the family, right?

Let me handle it. I'll talk to Dad calmly.

Mom, walk slowly. I'm in heels.

I want to see just how low Ranjan ji can stoop.

Mom, relax. I'll talk to him.

I am relaxed. This is between me and my husband.

- Mom, he's our dad too. - Absolutely, it is.

- Relax. Mom-- - Ranjan ji, open the door.

- Mom-- - Ranjan ji, open the door!

- Mom, he will. Just wait. - Why isn't he?

- Ranjan ji, open-- - Mom!

- What's happening here? - What?

- This has gone too far. - What's wrong?

Julie, come out, you witch!

You won't get away today.

This…

Oh, my comic books!

And that painting from Grandma's house!

- Dad! - What?

What is all this?

Ranjan ji, what's going on?

You know, I always thought…

the hardest responsibility was to build a house.

But then I realized

that even harder than building a house

is making it a home.

Her mother always used to say

a home's identity comes

from its name.

When did my mother ever say this?

And this home's name is this.

Your mother didn't only talk to you.

She used to tell me things as well.

Look, the house is small,

but it's ours. And this time,

- I've got the papers ready. - Dad, I knew you were a hero.

- Oh, really? - Wait, so you're not having an affair?

What?

Affair?

You think I'd dare?

- Your mother would kill me. - You're having an affair.

That's why you wanted to send me to Bangalore?

Oh, yeah. A couple of them.

- What should I tell you? Listen. - Enough already.

Listen. Since you didn't want to live with their grandmother,

I thought you could stay with Twinkle in Bangalore until we found a new place.

- Oh, please, Ranjan ji. - Okay.

This is very nice.

It all makes sense now. Right?

- Yeah. - Look, your comic books are here too.

But where's that 250,000 rupee painting?

- There it is! - Over there!

Yes!

You know, Naina brought the same sweets even this year.

The box was from Pankhuri's house.

But Ishwar ji didn't even play poker this time.

He did, Dad. He just lost all his money.

And Mrs. Verma wore the same sari she wore at last year's Diwali party.

But the real fun was when Dad made Auntie cry.

But Sunita ji missed it.

Guys, what do you think people are saying about us right now?

Who cares?

Exactly. Who cares?

At least this Diwali turned out memorable.

- Yes. - Tinku!

Dad, we haven't taken a family photo yet.

- Then let's take one now. - Come on!

- Let's go, let's go! - Come on!

Come on, photo time. Anku, click one.

Hey, don't leave me out.

- Let me be in the picture too! - Come here.

- Wait, let me fix my dupatta first. - Say Diwali!

Diwali!

Perfect. Now listen, I've got a big surprise.

In two months, we're all going on a family trip together!

To Vaishno Devi, right?

Oh, come on, Mom! Not the temple again!

- Why not? - Wait, a family holiday

means even more quality time?

- Not Vaishno Devi. - I'm not staying with Tinku.

- Even I don't want to stay with you. - I won't either.

- Hey, you two, quiet now. - Dad, we are grownups now.

- Will you ever listen to me? - Dad, you…

I'm heading over to Julie's!