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♪ Her lap lit up with joy ♪

♪ When her daughters were born ♪

♪ Her lap lit up with joy ♪

♪ When her daughters were born ♪

♪ Like dawn returning to its sky ♪

♪ They answered their mother's call ♪

♪ Womanhood made her stronger ♪

♪ Than every road she took ♪

♪ Thorns cut her feet, tears blurred her eyes ♪

♪ But her spirit did not bow ♪

♪ Even when hope was fading ♪

♪ She held on to her will ♪

♪ Like dawn returning to its sky ♪

♪ They answered their mother's call ♪

♪ Like dawn returning to its sky ♪

♪ They answered their mother's call ♪

♪ How does one measure ♪

♪ the vastness of a woman’s soul? ♪

♪ From the womb of the earth itself ♪

♪ the earth is born again ♪

♪ Two flowers in her fold ♪

♪ Tied to the knot of life ♪

♪ Like dawn returning to its sky ♪

♪ They answered their mother's call ♪ ♪

♪ Like dawn returning to its sky ♪

♪ They answered their mother's call ♪

You can drop me off here, please.

Look, I've asked the driver to drop you off, okay?

Of course, I'd do it for you.

My friends tell me all I do is work while my wife travels the world.

And I tell them that is exactly why I work.

No, no, enjoy!

You're never too old to indulge yourself, right?

Your hair's starting to give away your age.

Are you listening, Ms Swati Karnik?

That hint of silver in your hair is new.

A hair spa visit is overdue.

- Umm, yeah. - You're not taking care of yourself.

I will, Sir. Sorry.

What's the matter?

Is it the money?

Don't hesitate, just ask.

It's not that, Sir. In fact...

I still haven't paid you back for last time.

I'll do that soon.

Did I ask you to pay me back?

You can take your time.

Just a matter of two million rupees or so.

There's an opening at Skybridge.

I have a friend in HR who works there. Should I ask him?

Given your profile and experience...

Come on, Swati.

Are you going to keep suffering?

Do it and just shove the money in his face.

I wish.

But haven't I answered all your calls? It's not like my phone is switched off!

You've got through every single time.

Is that how you're going to talk to me?

Then I don't want to talk to you! I just can't talk to you!

I want to talk to your boss.

Ask him to call me!

This loan was a big mistake!

Don't worry, we'll be fine.

But we're not right now.

We're just trading one debt for another.

It seems never-ending.

Did your boss ask for the money back?

You don't worry about it. Leave it to me.

Did you ever imagine this is how our life would be?

If your boss hadn't helped us--

Why do you keep bringing that up?

Let's just try to find a solution.

Give it to me.

I said give it to me!

Let me try.

If I could make this go away in one go--

Listen.

Please don't do that.

Let's do this one step at a time.

Just don't...

lose heart.

Swati ma'am.

Do you have a valid passport?

Yes, Sir.

Great.

Just email the Operations team a copy.

We're going to the US next month.

US?

The Chicago demo is a make or break deal for us.

We need your energy in the room...

your vibe, your confidence, it'll carry us through.

Sir...

I really, really need you around.

Hello.

Who are you looking for?

Aai.

Hemalata Ranade.

Hurry up, visiting hours are nearly up.

Tai.

What are you doing here?

What do you mean?

I said what are you doing here?

Repeating the question doesn't mean you'll get the answer you want, Saru.

Who told you Aai's in the hospital?

How is she?

Don't touch my mother.

Your mother? We're not kids anymore, Saru.

Sanitize your hands, you idiot!

Being older doesn’t make you responsible.

And being younger does?

Done seeing her?

You can leave now.

Why did you even come?

Are you mad!

I'm here to see her! Don't you get it?

I know you dragged yourself here despite the shame.

But it took you three years to spare a moment?

She said she didn't want to see me ever again.

That's not what she said.

She said she’ll meet you only when you are free of your suspicions.

She wouldn't want to see your face only if you didn't do that.

Are you free of your suspicions or not?

Ranga Kaka, why did you call her here?

Hemalata is my friend, Sarika. Do you think I don't know your situation?

Then why did you?

- I had to! - But why?

Life is--

No, no, no, wait. Don't talk to me about life.

- Please come to the point. - Just let him explain.

What is there to explain?

Just hear him out!

Ranga Kaka, I’ve been taking care of her all these years!

We’re following all your instructions!

Sarika!

Okay, okay. Listen to me.

As we all know...

we've been treating her since we detected the cancer.

But she hasn't responded as expected.

When...

ovarian cancer is in the fourth stage...

sometimes...

Ranga Kaka!

How much time has she got?

Swati, Sarika, come back now!

Firecrackers at this hour?

They went off yesterday too.

For what?

They don’t need my permission.

Why are you snapping?

I don't answer silly questions!

Then drop it!

I can't just drop it.

- What do you mean? - Mean, green, jellybean!

What?

You live here, don’t you?

Aren’t you curious why there are fireworks every day?

Not every day, only yesterday.

Yes, I live here. And I'm still here.

I didn’t run off and leave Aai!

Tai!

- Yeah? - Yeah?

How's your mother doing?

She's better. She might get discharged tomorrow.

- Please let me know. - I will.

She was referring to me.

I'm the responsible one here.

Hey!

- Who was that? - Krutika.

I'm not interested in her name. Why is she in our house?

She's a tenant.

We...

have a tenant?

Your empty room was more of use than you.

Why wasn't I told?

We don't need your permission to do this.

Aai.

If I’d known...

you’d show up this quickly...

I’d have wished for cancer for sooner.

- Mom! - Hey!

Come on in.

- Mom. - Hey, it's fine.

Wow!

The house looks great.

- It's the same as last time really. - Ah.

Hey.

You're here, at last.

Sarika.

Hi.

What's the matter?

Come.

Come, I’ll brew you some fresh ginger tea.

It’s time you mend your ways, Aai.

And how exactly do I do that?

How about I start smoking and drinking?

I mean...

what do you mean "mend your ways"?

It's not like I have any bad habits.

Be less irritable for starters.

I hardly snap at all.

And cut the spice, in food and temper.

I agree with the food part.

And please let bygones be bygones.

I’d landed a top offer in the US.

Hmm.

Quit my job, began the paperwork, but the lockdown cost me two years.

Bit the dust twice over!

Now I’m left job hunting.

Even I’m still paying for the lockdown.

I don't know what I was thinking starting a business.

You can't rely on anyone in business.

People are terrible.

I thought you both are doing better.

We are, but only thanks to Swati's job.

All I'm saying is that...

this is a major turn in your life.

If Baba was around, wouldn't you have told him everything?

Swati!

If he was around, he would've been with me.

Wouldn't he have known?

No, I mean...

you're right but... if Baba was here...

you would have separated and--

How many times will you keep asking me the same thing?

I'm sorry.

No, keep your sorries to yourself!

- I really didn't... - Listen to me!

Let me speak.

I’m telling you for the last time.

I don't know who you saw at your wedding.

But...

your father is dead.

I really thought I saw--

I don't care what you saw!

Do you keep bringing this up just to hurt me?

Do you do it to trouble me?

No, I don't.

Have you brought that up again?

I...

think I'll leave now.

I just wanted to check on you.

- I'll see you. - Goodbye.

And one last thing.

If you want to see me again...

make sure you’re free of your suspicions!

Otherwise...

I'm okay never meeting you.

Don't show me your face ever again.

Wasn't that the Joshis' bungalow?

Hmm.

They're having it turned into apartments.

The Paranjape family's doing the same thing.

Everything's changed so much.

It’s hard enough for us.

I wonder what Aai's going through.

Saru?

You know how she is.

These days she won’t even tell me she’s unwell.

Just stays locked in, shutting me out.

She barely spoke anyway but...

lately she just sits in one place, lost.

How do we tell her she's got just a year?

Is that clear, Susie?

- Yes. - Good.

Get a warm, wet cloth under the neck and gently wipe around it.

Your injections take time to get into the bloodstream.

This gives you immediate relief.

Noted!

And learn to comfort others, even if you have to fake it.

You're a nurse.

Not a patient.

If you panic like trapped birds, how will their families cope?

I'm going to miss you, Kaku.

That doesn't mean you can come visit.

I'll fall sick as soon as I see you.

I'm kidding, honey.

Please come home.

I don't have a lot of time left.

Push me!

Tai, please take Aai to the room downstairs, I'll get her stuff.

Why?

I want to die in my own room.

I said I want to die in my room!

One, two, three!

Lift!

I want to die in my room not on my way to the room.

- Aai! - Stop it, Aai!

Here we go!

Told you as kids, drink your milk! But you never did!

Aai, I’ve begged you for years, get a lift installed in the building!

- Who's going to pay-- - Guys, not now! It's heavier on my side!

Okay, I give up now.

I'll slap you, just lift!

- Lift! - Oh God!

- Ow! Ouch! - Will you please stop it, aai!

I'm exhausted.

Give me some water, Sarika.

This isn't funny!

Can you believe her!

I’ve broken my back carrying her, and you’re giggling like a fool! Just look at me!

Hey!

It was much heavier on my side!

- No it wasn't! - How would you know?

Listen! I'm older than you!

- I don't care! - You better behave!

You better mind your language!

- I'm the older one! - No, you're not!

Why are you getting out of bed?

I'm bored of sitting in one place.

Are you really feeling better or was the hospital sick of you?

Why don't you call them to confirm?

Honestly, you do look much better.

- I am. - Hello!

- When did you come? - A minute ago.

I'd brought you lunch a couple of times.

- But you were asleep. - She told me.

- You're looking much stronger. - I'll get you some tea.

I'll do it.

I'll do it, go buy some milk.

You get the milk. Can you even make tea?

Seriously?

Fine, I'll get it.

Let's not treat our guest to a scene!

I'll give her company.

- So she has someone to talk to. - Fine, go.

Tai!

I'm coming with you.

I'm not really a guest here.

I visit pretty often.

I gathered. From the lunch.

And the conversations?

Your mom needs me to vent out.

What rubbish!

But...

it's true!

She gets bored if she can't vent.

- I can show you the messages. - Yeah, right.

"Hi, where are you? Need to talk."

"Sarika is getting on my nerves."

We'd been discussing the idea of collaborating for a few years.

But we weren't sure what to do.

I mean we discussed a lot but nothing excited us.

Until we thought of this idea.

And Sarika said "That's it. That's our startup."

- And then we got right to it. - Nice, nice.

How many employees?

Well, we have two employees.

Me and Sarika.

- A developer will be joining us soon. - Okay.

We've designed a mockup.

- Give me that. - Here. Thank you!

Hmm, it's a credit card payment platform.

Yeah. And it's reward-based.

So basically we'll keep track of your payments.

The better your payment record, the more rewards you get.

Makes sense.

Who better than my sister to keep track of things?

But she speaks very highly of you.

Yeah.

In fact, she even said we could use your experience.

- Phew! - Wow!

I don't even like the tea she makes...

and you're offering me a job in her company!

Where are you going to work from?

From your house.

In the garage.

Umm, just give me a minute.

Who do we have here?

- Is it lost? - I think so.

Shall we take him home?

To our place?

My mom is petrified of animals.

And she's already dealing with Sarika.

How about your place?

Actually, not a bad idea.

My daughter Pradnyi loves dogs.

Her birthday’s coming up, so I might even surprise her.

But...

until then...

can we keep it at your place?

I want it to be a surprise.

Please?

Please!

Please, Tai!

Aww.

That’s mine, silly!

If this continues, we'll soon have a pig in the house.

How would I bring a pig, Aai?

Just like you brought the dog.

It's not a dog, Aai.

It's a pup!

Pigs have piglets too.

You mean like her.

Aai, she's calling you a--

I hope you know Aai found you in the trash.

Guys, this is kinda spiralling.

Aai.

He wants to gift his daughter the pup for her birthday.

What is her name?

- Pradnyi. - Pradnyi!

What a lovely name!

And look what we're stuck with.

What's wrong with your names?

Oh please! You don't think these names are odd?

Swati and Sarika!

Umm, I think we should talk about the issue.

Aai...

do I ever ask you for anything?

Oh really?

You never ask for anything?

Is that the best you could do?

Why can't we stick to the issue?

It's just a matter of three weeks, Aai.

It'll stay away from you.

Okay, okay!

When's her birthday?

There is no divinity greater than Mother on earth...

That is why we meet her right after birth!

That was lame.

Why would you call this dog Kadaknath?

It's Gandharva's gift for his daughter.

Let him decide the name.

- Gandharva does look sensible. - Hmm.

He doesn't act like it though.

Hmm.

Can you please tell her?

She keeps asking me to make her meals spicier!

Did you give Aai her meds?

Yes, I did.

Will you please tell her?

Yeah, okay. I heard you the first time.

How would I know if you don't answer!

What?

I'm right here!

Switch on the washing machine, will you?

Hello!

Surprise!

I'm in Pune.

Oh that's great!

I wanted to discuss the US meeting.

Where do we meet for dinner?

Yeah. But I can't make it today, Sir.

My mother's just been discharged, Sir.

That means all is well!

Yes, all is well.

But I can't make it today.

Come on, Swati! I've to leave tomorrow morning.

I understand, Sir.

Umm...

can we get on a video call?

If you have work, just go.

I'll be here.

Come on, Swati. Don't be so unsociable.

Have a drink.

I'm not feeling like it, Sir.

You wanted to discuss the meeting.

We'll come to the meeting.

You've got so much on your plate.

Your family, your mother, working from home.

Make some time for yourself.

Uhh, yes.

- Maybe next time. - I insist.

Give her a drink.

Am I asking for too much?

It's not that, Sir.

It's a very nice red.

Is it?

Hello?

Yeah, this is her.

Yes.

Umm.

So I said I work all day and I do it just for you.

Then she said. "That’s just talk".

"You're in an air-conditioned room all day."

Is that fair?

Tell me. Am I really that horrible?

Do I not work hard?

It'll be fine, Sir.

And she's roaming the bloody world with my money!

And when she's not doing that...

she wants to fight with me!

How is it my fault?

I don't have any friends!

No one to talk to!

- Except you. - Sir.

People are watching us.

You're right.

Let's go.

Thank you for the dinner, Sir.

No, no! I meant...

let's go to another place.

Another drink.

One for the road.

It's late. I should leave.

You're sure?

I know, Malhar!

I know we're going to pay him back but...

we need to tell him when!

Hmm.

Did he bring it up?

No, he didn't. But...

we should have a plan, right?

All I'm saying is that we should have a plan!

Okay, okay... I get it.

Right? I know I said I'd take care of it.

But I'm asking you again now.

Can you please do something about this?

And...

we need to hurry, okay?

- We need to hurry. - okay.

Should I have a word with your boss?

How the hell will that help!

Why are you getting worked up?

Has something happened?

Should I come visit your mom?

Right now, just think about paying him back, okay?

Please!

Don't think about anything else.

I will.

Has your cab arrived?

No! And I don't know why they're all cancelling on me?

I'll, I'll figure it out.

Let me know once you reach home.

You're still here?

Yes, Sir. I'm waiting for my cab.

I'm waiting for the cab.

You can wait in my room if you like. It's raining.

No, Sir. Thank you.

If you don't feel safe, no worries.

It's just that...

it's too late for you to be...

out here, all alone on the road, that's all.

Hm?

I'm sorry, the room's a mess.

Men will be men.

Please sit.

Relax, relax.

My cab is on the way, Sir.

Why did you book a cab?

I'll drop you.

I don't think you should drive.

You think I'm drunk?

Hardly.

My driving improves after a few drinks.

Look at my hands. Rock-steady!

You trust me, right?

Of course, I trust you.

What you're doing for me, for us...

I'm sorry, I meant for us.

It's very...

Even if you say you'll take care of it, I know what...

what you...

I mean I hope you know I too am doing everything I can.

I don't sit idle.

And I'm not drunk right now.

I'm being honest.

I just think that you...

Okay. Bye.

How many times do I have to tell you?

We let you off because you’re kids, and you keep pushing it.

I've told you my mother’s ill! Stop this racket!

Have I ever yelled at you before?

Sorry, Tai.

Now scram!

If I see you again I’ll smash your legs. Now run!

We won't do it again.

I had texted you.

I didn't read it.

- Aren't you always glued to your phone! - I was busy!

Hey!

Wait, I’ll deal with you.

Wait! Stop!

I know exactly where you live.

Let's talk to your parents!

Sorry, Tai.

Shameless little brats!

Haven't we warned you before?

Is this where you live?

- Let's talk to your parents. - No, sorry, Tai!

Sorry.

Sorry, Tai.

I was on my way home.

And then?

It was the other guy.

Was it?

You better go warn him! Go!

- Sorry, Tai. - Run!

It was an important message.

The message screamed URGENT!

Screamed?

It was a normal text message.

It was all in caps!

And how do you know it was normal?

You read the message, didn't you?

Why didn't you reply!

You don't know what I was--

Yes, I read it!

And I chose not to respond!

I have a life beyond you and Aai.

I'm not your permanent guardian.

We've lost all sense of who's younger and who's older.

I am allowed to have my own problems!

Am I always supposed to wallow in your muck?

I've got my own muck to deal with!

Now lock the damn gate!

What is it now?

Baba?

Don't eat it without the chutney!

Hope you've eaten well!

You're looking pretty, Sarika.

Thank you.

So glad you could come!

Namaskar! Looking lovely.

I hope you've eaten.

- Sarika, where is Swati? They're waiting! - I'm on my way to get her, kaka!

Hello! Namaste! Please take care of that!

Are you ready?

Let me see.

That's my doll.

Oh, please.

I can feel the pastries on my tummy.

Rubbish.

You're looking perfect.

Let's go, girls.

We're getting late.

Just like a doll.

What did I tell you?

Baba should've been here today.

He would've been so happy.

Let's go.

Come on!

- Come here! - What is it now?

We'll be really late.

Ow!

You'll suffocate me!

Ow!

Please enjoy the food.

So how's your friend looking?

- What happened! - Wait a minute.

Swati! Sarika!

What happened to her?

Get her some water.

Get her some water.

Swati Tai!

Saru, will you shut the door, please?

Saru.

Don't leave any tasks for Swati.

Just handle everything.

What's the matter, Aai?

- When? - Earlier.

She fainted.

She's been running around all day.

And she hasn't eaten anything.

Her blood sugar dropped.

But she's eaten now.

She's feeling better.

Right?

Is that the only reason, Aai?

What else would it be?

Did you see someone too?

What do you mean?

What are you talking about?

Who did you see?

Baba.

What?

Swati.

This is not something you joke about.

- I saw Baba. - What the hell, Tai.

It's been 21 years since he passed away.

Do you know what you're saying?

We didn't even get his body, Aai.

He may have had an accident--

Your father is dead!

It was probably someone else.

I know who I saw.

Has your blood sugar dropped now?

I really saw Baba.

Trust me, I really did see him.

There's a reason why she fainted.

Aai, be honest and tell me it was him.

Swati.

Why are you doubting her, Tai?

I'm not doubting her, I'm just asking her.

Whether she saw Baba!

No I did not see him!

I didn't see him.

Maybe you saw someone who looked like him.

Aai, a stranger doesn't look at you the way that man did.

I have done everything I could for you girls.

You were these tiny, little bundles.

I ran from pillar to post.

And raised you.

This is how you repay me?

They say a parent’s final duty is to see their children married.

I don't believe that but...

if it was true...

then...

I think I did well.

And I've fulfilled my duty.

Swati.

Please don't ever bring this up again.

Think of it as my last wish.

Go give it to her.

Go!

I'll do it myself.

Sorry.

I'm sorry I didn't believe you.

Are you going or not?

I won't give her anything to eat!

Fine.

We can starve her later.

But not right now.

Stop humouring me, I hate it.

She hid this from us.

She told us Baba was dead.

We've lived this huge lie for so many years!

I agree.

But now is not the time.

Raindrops fall with a tip-tap-tap,

Kadaknath's soaked pit-pat-pat!

Then he turned the place upside down,

Where did he run off in this town?

Oops! He's right here!

Aai.

Your breakfast.

Umm...

Has Swati made it?

There are some things only she can make.

Can you take him for a while?

Saru.

I said something to you.

You didn't react.

I did, Aai.

Is something wrong?

Don't punish me for what she has done.

Do you want some tea?

Only if you're making it.

You've started, haven't you?

She wants tea, that's what I heard.

She wanted me to make it. You didn't hear that, did you?

Make some for me too.

Really? I thought you hated my tea!

Don't snap at me again!

Are you two at it again?

She spent her entire life by herself.

And we always told everyone that Baba is--

Why doesn't this bother you?

Are we not going to talk to her about this?

You remember what the doctor said?

She has a year at the most.

- Should she spend it guilt-ridden? - When do we ask her then?

On her death bed?

And are we supposed spend our lives without ever knowing?

Knowing what?

Everything!

Why did she lie and where is Baba?

Where is our father?

How will knowing this help?

I don't know.

We had a mother and a father.

We've always had both.

You remember the picture I drew in school?

It had Aai on both sides with you and me in between.

Everyone made fun of me.

But Aai was proud of me.

It was the first time she was proud of me.

None of this makes sense!

That's enough.

Ask if you want,

I am done with this!

Hey!

Tai!

I didn't expect her condition to worsen so soon.

We could try a few more tests and treatments.

She has refused any further treatment.

Saru...

Sorry!

Saru!

Saru!

Saru!

Saru wait, please calm down.

I have some investments and savings

that will cover my hospice expenses.

It won’t be a burden on you both.

What do you mean?

A hospice is...

a home providing care for the terminally ill.

They take good care of you.

All your medicines, your--

We know what a hospice is!

What are you saying, Aai?

What I'm saying is extremely practical and simple.

And you decided to do this without telling us?

I've never imposed my decisions on you.

Nor let you impose yours on me.

But why now? All of a sudden?

She's been looking after you for all these years.

Have you had enough of her?

Don't make this about me!

This is not about her!

Fine!

I'm sorry.

Have you had enough of us?

After your father passed away...

I built my life on my own.

And I raised both of you independently.

But I spoke to the doctor.

I told him...

that I'm done...

I'm done with medicines...

the needles...

those cold cotton balls.

I've had enough of that.

Sarika!

Sit down!

You don't have to panic!

She has every reason to panic, Aai!

You don't want to be treated...

you don't want to live with us...

you'd rather live in a hospice!

What...

What are you really thinking?

And of all the people, she's not supposed to panic--

Will you girls let me speak!

Let me say what I want to say!

The doctor said it would start with bad temper.

Then the joints will start hurting.

The limbs will give up.

I wouldn't be able to move around.

I'll start feeling depressed and...

won't feel like eating.

The body will slowly give up...

like a tree shedding its leaves one by one.

And I don't want you to see me in that condition.

I'll...

I'll slowly start losing my balance.

I'll gasp for breath.

I won't be able to speak.

I don't want you go through that.

It's not your burden.

I'm not going to a hospice...

as a punishment. I'm going for convenience.

Right?

And...

I'm not escaping life.

I'm giving it dignity.

Being bed-ridden all day...

with tubes stuck in my throat...

like a lifeless person.

That is not the woman I want you to remember.

I want you to remember a strong woman, who taught you to be independent.

Please!

Malhar.

Just, just give me a second.

Yeah, tell me.

Don't talk to Aai about the money.

Do you want me to leave?

Don't create a scene, Malhar.

I'm telling you this for a reason.

I came because I was worried about you.

Just do as I tell you.

Let her feel that we're in a happy marriage.

Are we not?

Do they boil the water?

Yes! They get it from home.

Right.

You haven't changed at all, Malhar.

Not even a little bit.

I'm not used to seeing you like this.

You look drained out.

Once you feel better, you're going to stay with us.

No questions asked!

Text me when you reach.

Yeah, I'll

charge my phone and do it.

I need some money.

How much?

Twenty-seven.

Twenty-seven thousand.

I thought you came because you were worried about me.

Does asking for money change that?

I know what you're going through.

Don't think I don't.

I'd spoken to Sarika.

And I asked her not to tell you so I could surprise you.

I know what you're thinking but...

I'm not here to ask for money.

I was really worried about you.

Even though you're busy you make it a point to ask me everyday if I've eaten.

I haven't even sent you a text.

And I felt terrible about it, that's why I came.

I wanted to see you.

Surprise you.

Stand by you.

Hug you.

I don't want the money.

- I'll manage. - I’ve already transferred.

I just want to tell you that we'll be fine.

Like you always say.

I'm really sorry.

It'll all be okay.

We'll sail through.

- Tai. - Hm?

Is everything okay between you and Malhar?

But we'll be fine.

I agree with what Aai said.

Me too.

What now then?

Not much.

We'll do what she wants.

She's...

asking us to stay with her for a month before she goes to the hospice.

Then that's what we'll do.

Can you get time off work?

I'll see what I can do.

We used to eat here so often...

when we were in college.

Why have we never brought Aai here?

We do a lot of fun things.

But why do we never...

take our parents along?

Because they've had their fun in their heyday.

There's a reason Aai knows best.

Now eat.

I know you're starving.

I've never seen you so thin.

You mean fit!

Hmm.

Is this fit girl seeing anyone?

When you have an ailing mother at home...

even a simple date feels too much.

How are you really doing, Saru?

Things have been chaotic...

and I never...

asked you how you were doing.

I'm not okay.

Please tell me what's wrong.

How can I help?

Do you remember I'd asked you for money during Covid?

Hm.

- You'd made up excuses. - But...

I did give you some.

It wasn't enough.

okay.

The point being?

I'd been interviewed for a job.

So? How is that relevant?

The company's based in the US.

As in?

They've called me again.

Isn't that a good thing?

They'd asked me to deposit an amount in a blocked account.

It was for the visa formalities and I had to spend it on Aai.

How much do you need?

That is not the point!

What is it then?

All of this happened before Covid hit.

I'd forgotten about it.

Even they had terminated the offer.

Hence the new startup with Gandharva.

We're looking for investors and even lined up a few meetings.

Aai's not getting any better.

And this is my dream job!

Okay, okay, okay.

Okay, calm down.

By when do you need to confirm?

- By 4th of August. - Okay.

- When are you meeting the investor? - On the 4th of August.

Saru.

We'll find a way by then.

We'll make sure we do.

I'm here for you now, okay?

It'll all be okay.

But I'm still smarter than you.

Alright.

So you're back to normal then.

Good. Eat up!

- I didn't like it! - What!

Eat up fast!

Drama queen.

♪ Joy is only sorrow’s softer bruise ♪

♪ And sorrow is the one truth that never lies ♪

♪ Come hold your own trembling heart ♪

♪ Let tired wings finally come home ♪

♪ Turn back now ♪

♪ Forget what time has stolen ♪

♪ In the season of falling leaves ♪

♪ Don’t yearn for flowers again ♪

♪ Joy is only sorrow’s softer bruise ♪

♪ And sorrow is the one truth that never lies ♪

♪ Come hold your own trembling heart ♪

♪ Let tired wings finally come home ♪

♪ Let a small smile linger as the day sinks ♪

♪ Don’t let your wings fail you now ♪

♪ Even sparrows know in their flight ♪

♪ That some grains must be left behind ♪

♪ Joy is only sorrow’s softer bruise ♪

Do you suggest any more changes?

I think you guys are good to go.

All the best for the final meeting.

- Thank you so much. - Thank you.

Let's go.

So umm...

I think that...but go on.

I've to make a call.

Yeah, sure.

Hello!

Hi.

I was wondering if there's a possibility of postponing the meeting by a day?

You know what Kadaknath?

Everyone around us is busy leaving.

People are always in a hurry to get somewhere.

I was no different.

But no matter the haste...

we always arrive at the place destiny has marked for us.

And only when...

the moment chooses us.

Take you, for instance.

I didn't even want you at first.

I never thought I liked silent creatures.

But it took me a while to understand...

what your silence really meant.

How are you so free of judgment?

You don’t mind that today I’m here, and tomorrow I won’t be.

Tomorrow you’ll curl up in someone else’s lap.

On another balcony.

Among strangers.

That's okay.

Even leaves don’t say goodbye to their tree...

...before they fall.

Look.

Tomorrow when Gandharva takes you home...

you better be good.

His daughter...

What was her name?

See, this is...

how it starts.

Okay.

It's medicine time.

Come on, they're your regular meds.

Nice and slow.

They're all tiny.

Let's do one at a time.

Almost done.

Good job!

You're doing great!

This one's really tiny.

Here. Just one more.

Easy does it.

No!

Okay, okay. Don't crib now.

You're going to miss this special treatment there.

They'll force feed you the meds.

Is that why you don't want me to go?

You should go.

Just let us visit.

What's the point then?

That's really not fair, Aai.

Think of it as my last wish.

We get just one last wish, Aai.

I get two! Any problem?

You're extremely selfish...

difficult...

Practical.

- I'm practical. - Yes, you are.

But not in a good way.

Noted.

I'm really hungry.

Get me some rice and curry.

You're also impossible.

- Swati. - Hm?

I know.

Sometimes I clutch...

this Paithani saree...

so very near.

In its soft silken touch...

I feel my grandmother appear.

The years in between fade away...

Threads of time bind us still today.

O threads of the Paithani, so gentle, so true...

Carry my love to her...

and my wellbeing too.

Calm down.

Will you sing this for me when I visit you?

No, I won't.

I'm going to tell the nurses...

you can let anyone visit me...

but don't let my two she-wolves in.

- Pradnyi's birthday's tomorrow right? - Yeah.

When are you taking Kadaknath away?

Have you asked your mom?

Why do we need to ask? Didn't we already decide?

I mean she must be very attached to him.

Attached? My mom?

Sarika, come on!

What about what she's done?

Look.

If you want to end ties with someone...

it's always better to inform them.

It saves them from the hurt.

- Kaku? - Hm?

Are you sure about this?

Of course!

I'm sure.

It's your daughter's birthday, right?

- Hmm. - That's why.

What did you say her name was?

Pradnyi.

Right.

Pradnyi, Pradnyi.

Pradnyi.

I won't forget now.

A father always shapes his daughter’s world.

Don't ever...

make her cry.

And when you hand her Kadaknath...

call me on video. I want to see.

Please eat.

I really need to ask her now.

Didn't I tell you to let it go?

- Even if it makes me a bad person. - It does.

And what does that make you? A pig?

Wow. How logical!

Compared to you? Definitely.

Will you two at least try to be civil till she's here?

Seriously, Gandharva?

Wow.

Kaku!

I hope you know...

that the average IQ of this family is going to plummet after you leave!

Bye!

Stop fighting.

He's such a nice person.

And you're going to back-stab him.

Don't exaggerate.

Have you even told him? About the job?

Hey Gandharva!

Someone's here to see you, Tai.

At this hour?

No, no, she's very hardworking.

And she really looks after you. You're very lucky.

Thank you.

I love this city!

Why is your boss so weird?

Should we go in?

It might start raining.

No, wait. It's so romantic!

I'm sorry, Sir. I was going to call you.

It's alright.

So much going on in your life.

That's what work-from-home is for.

Thanks to Covid.

What brings you to the city again, sir?

If you're here to meet the Universal guys, I could have gone too.

Swati, I...

just came to see you.

Swati!

What time is it, honey?

Sarika!

She's sleeping.

Sarika!

Sarika!

What do you want?

I want to clarify some things.

I don't wish to hide anything from you.

Swati was quite agitated on her wedding day.

She argued a lot with me.

Because she saw her father.

She hurled every kind of accusations at me.

They were all true.

Telling you that you don't have a father...

and that he's dead...

was a decision we made together.

I knew I would have to live with the burden but...

Why, Aai?

Be careful, girls!

Don’t run.

Slowly...

- Baba! - Baba!

So many firecrackers?

Did Aai agree?

Of course! I got her to agree!

Good, good.

Very good.

Swati! She's your younger sister! Don't do that!

Go.

Don’t cry, Sarika. Go to your mother.

Come. What's that?

It's a big bomb.

Keep it there.

I'm right behind you.

- Okay? - Hm.

Light it and run as fast as you can.

Okay?

Madhusudan!

Come here, Swati.

Hema.

Come here, Swati!

Hema, I don't know what got into me.

I really didn't--

Has this happened before?

Are you out of your mind?

Have you harrassed my girls before?

They're my girls too.

You're probably disgusted by me.

But I'm not what you think I am.

This...

happened a long time ago.

Only once or twice.

When I was in college.

But not with our daughters.

I don't know what happened today.

This won't happen again.

I...

I promise you.

I want you to leave this house right now.

If there's a way out, look for a doctor immediately.

And get yourself treated.

I'll get better.

I promise you.

I'll get better and...

we can go back to how it wa--

After what I've seen today, we can never go back to the way things were, Madhusudan.

Do what you have to.

But don't you ever...

come near me or my daughters ever again.

In fact...

just stay away from any child.

Or I'll have to go to the police.

This is unfair.

Maybe.

But...

destroying the lives of my daughters is more unfair.

I would destroy their life?

I would destroy their life.

Are you aware of these urges before you feel them?

You need to leave.

Where will you tell them I went?

This is an illness.

Heal yourself.

Hema..

I want to know what you're going to tell them.

I'll tell them their father died.

I often wonder...

if I did the right thing.

I should've given him a chance.

Was I too harsh?

Maybe I was.

I was too harsh.

What else can a mother do in such a situation?

I didn't save just the two of you from plunging into the abyss.

I saved him too.

Swati...

when I saw that man...

touching you today...

it reminded me of that Diwali night.

But you were...

you were just an innocent child back then.

You didn't know any better.

But what about today?

You were helpless today.

That's why you tolerated him.

I don't know what burdens you're carrying, Swati.

But if it's about money...

then we have no problem.

Don’t leave any account unsettled.

I've pampered you all your life.

You've always done what you wanted.

I don't care who that man was.

But you better quit that job!

And consider this as a threat.

My name is Hemalata Ranade.

I did not save you from falling into one abyss...

only for you to fall into another!

Malhar and I are doing the best we can.

We'll put together some money.

Girls...

grow a spine and stand proud!

That wall you’re leaning against is collapsing.

Come here.

Please.

My good girls.

Aai?

Aai!

Tai!

♪ Mother set out on her way ♪

♪ A lone traveller through the night ♪

♪ Seeking her milk once more ♪

♪ Her daughter clings to her tight ♪

♪ A mother's tender care ♪

♪ Still lingers in her touch ♪

♪ Even in this last goodbye ♪

♪ Be my mother once again ♪

♪ Don’t leave me, mother, please stay ♪

♪ Don’t leave me here to fall ♪

♪ Without you the sky would weep ♪

♪ Who would I turn to at all? ♪

♪ So many fights left behind ♪

♪ So many words unsaid ♪

♪ I still dream of your arms ♪

♪ The lap where I once lay my head ♪

Was your mother still blessed in marriage?

No, our father isn't alive.

Then mark her forehead black.

♪ If you must walk on, dear mother ♪

♪ Don’t vanish beyond my sight ♪

♪ Come back as my mother again ♪

♪ Just to scold me once tonight ♪

♪ Mother set out on her way ♪

♪ A lone traveller through the night ♪

♪ Seeking her milk once more ♪

Is that your final decision?

I'm following Aai's advice and being practical.

It's not easy.

But it's for everyone's good.

Take care of yourself.

You too.

Sir?

You can wait inside. He'll be with you shortly.

Did Pradnyi like her gift?

- I almost had a heart attack. - Sorry, sorry, sorry.

That's quite a large amount.

You should've kept a part of it.

Before passing, my mom asked me to settle all accounts.

Come on, Swati.

Anyway, are you packed for the US trip?

I quit.

Are you out of your mind?

I've already forwarded my resignation.

I'll leave as soon as you say sorry.

Sorry?

Sorry for what?

For helping you out?

Come on, come on, Swati. Relax.

You can resign after the US--