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[CBC]

[Banner: GOOD DAY MOVIES]

[Title: Madhurami Jeevitham]

[Title: The Sweetness of Life]

[Vehicle approaches]

[Door opens]

[Door shuts]

[Clears throat]

Dear, I want a cake.

Sir, Black Forest, White Forest, Red Velvet.

Which one do you want?

Which one is good?

Red Velvet is good.

Then let it be that.

Sorry sir, Red Velvet is over.

Black Forest is available. Can we take that a half kg, sir?

Okay what to do otherwise. Take that.

Okay sir. Just two minutes. I will pack it now. Hmm.

I wanted a cake.

Half kg is enough.

Make it fast. Auto is waiting..

Can I take Black Forest? Yes, that's enough.-Hm

[Menon clears throat]

[Both chuckles]

-Hello madam, -Hm.

That is my cake.

I have been waiting here for a long time.

This is my order.

I ordered this cake.

I ordered the same cake.

That's okay. But I ordered first.

Sir, please let me say something.

Is there any reservation here?

I came before them and ordered the cake.

Then give this to sir.

I will take it later.

I don't need anyone's help.

Give this to them.

Sorry sir, this is madam's cake.

This is sir's cake.

Can't you say this first?

Hmm.

So..rry. Sorry.

Huh!

Where the hell are looking at?

Don't you have eyes.

Sorry son, I didn't see anything.

You didn't see anything!

You almost killed us.

Can't you sit back at home in the frail, age?

Didn't you say sorry, son?

The hell with your sorry!

Nothing happened.

If something had happened, you'd make up!

Leave him, Man. He'd go drained out.

Get in and drive back, you!

-Get in. [Guys screams] -Oh, no! [Menon]

Hmm!

Oh, God.

[Door opens/ shuts]

[Gate creaks]

Shit.

What is this dad?

Son, a motorcycle came close....

I told you to let me know if you need anything.

Why are you troubling me?

Can't you sit somewhere?

It is not my mistake son. They came here.

What happened Prasad?

Look at the headlight, it is broken.

Can't you tell me where you to go?

I'll take you there, right?

To spend unnecessarily.

It is okay Prasadetta. Its hardly anything. Leave it.

Fro vehicle it's okay. But what if anything happens to Dad?

That's what I meant.

Don't spoil the good day.

Come, Dad. come.

[Happy birthday]

-Grandpa? -Yes dear

You come over here.

[Muffled laugh]

Are you upset, Grandpa?

Why should Grandpa upset with you, darling?

Then why you are not coming there?

Today is Sreekutty's happy birthday, right?

Yes.

How come with out Grandpa in your happy birthday?

The come along with me. Mom is calling to cut the cake.

Yes, I'm coming.

Come on Grandpa, come.

-Coming! -Let's cut the cake, come.

[Chuckles]

Hey, girl?

[Giggles[ You look beautiful.

Aren’t you?

-Dad -Ah.

[Relieved Menon]

Pap..shall we cut the cake?

Then, why not?

She is hurry. We can cut it, yeah.

Take this, dear. Cut.

Yes, smart girl.

[Anupama giggles]

Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to you.

Happy birthday to you.

Good morning.

-Setta[Chetta] -Hum?

Can you help me to write the account no?

You don't know how to write? നിനക്ക് എഴുതുവാൻ അറിയില്ലേ?

No Chetta. I was working in the field. ഇല്ല ചേട്ടാ. പാടത്ത് പണി ഒക്കെയല്ലേ!

Okay. What is your name? ശരി. പേരെന്താണ്?

My name is Chandru. എന്റെ പേര് ചന്ദ്രു.

Not your name, who you want to pay, tell me. നിന്റെയല്ല. ആർക്കാണോ അയക്കുന്നത്. അവരുടെ!

My father's? എന്റെ അച്ഛന്റെ?

Yes, his name. അതെ അച്ഛന്റെ പേര് പറയു.

Jandu Baboi. [Menon softly talk back]

Are you from Bengal? നീ ബംഗാളിൽ നിന്നാണോ?

Yes, I am from Bengal. അതെ ബംഗാളിൽ നിന്നാണ്.

Communist Bengal!

No Chetta, only Bengal. ഓൾ ചേട്ടാ. വെറും ബംഗാൾ.

[Stifled laugh]

Everyone ran away. എല്ലാവരും ഓടിപോയി.

Hum.

Give it there. അവിടെ കൊടുക്ക്.

-Thank you Chetta. -Hum.

-Can you give me that pen? -Yes.

Huh!

Sorry!

I've mistaken its someone else.

It's okay.

You can use the pen.

If you don't mind, I will fill it.

It's OK, I will do it.

Please.

Sorry...please forgive me for what happened at the bakery that day, okay.

It's OK.

Sometimes it happens to everyone.

There was a check to be remitted.

Hum.

Hum. Thank you.

When will you get the credit?

In 3 days -Hm.

-[Menon mocking coughs] -Hum.

You didn't leave I thought you might have left.

I am Chandu Menon.

Are you Indulekha's Chandu Menon?

No...I am Sharada's Chandu Menon.

Ah.

Sharada...

Sharada is no more..

Her life was like a novel.

It didn't reach a complete end.

Oh!...I am sorry.

It's ok.

[Strained words]

I am Madhavi Kutty.

Madhavi Kutty!

Hum.

I was a manager at Canara Bank.

I'm a retired teacher.

Oh.

I'm sorry for what happened at the bakery.

It's okay.

I'll leave now.

Okay, Madhavi.

[Pressure cooker hissing]

Oops!

What are you thinking about?

Hey?

[Tsks]

What happened?

I'm fed up.

Like a machine, stuck with in these four walls..

I'm fed up.

What happened to that?

Listen, I had a good job and a good income before marriage.

So what, Anupama?

I'm making it for you.

What do you feel is lacking here?[Anu scoffs]

If girls had to live like this,

Girls wouldn't have to study spending hefty money.

Not like that, dear.

I'm happy that you're going for work.

And I feel so that all women want to be like that. That's true,

but...

But...

the same but is what makes women locked in the kitchen.

Anupama, my mother passed away when I was four years old.

But Dad raised me and brought me up without

ever letting me feel the absence of my mother.

If Mom were here today, the way she would have

taken care of Dad- that's exactly what I should do.

If you go to work, can you do that?

Mole [Dear]? Anupama?

Dad.

[Both chuckles]

When I saw some good vegetables. I bought it.

I also bought your favorite Kodappan.[Banana part]

Oh is it?

I also bought a special one.

Why did you buy all this, Dad?

I heard what you told Sreekutty yesterday.

That you want to eat KFC.

Thank you.

That means you'd finished your pension?

Hey no!

If buy a KFC, doesn't mean my money is finished.

If its getting over, let it be.

[Muffled laugh]

I can see you working hard at home.

If you Sharadha was here, she would have taken care of you like a Princess.

[Sharadha's photo]

[Anupama sighs]

Well,

I also bought some Seer fish.

Its cleaned already.

That's nice.

But, how will I prepare?

You make it prepared in coconut milk along with best kokum.

Hmm!

You can fry it if you want.

That will be great.

Were you here?

I got off early today, dad.

Got back home, when there is no job and bored!![Prasad mocks]

[Both hums]

What happened? Why Dad is so happy, today?

You go and learn from your dad.

These small things make people at home happy.

What did I do to make you feel low?

Have you ever bought anything like this in these years?

You know my work schedule.

At least an ice cream.

Huff!

-Yes, tell me. -Dear?

It's mom.

How are you?

I'm fine, mom.

Where is he, dear?

Give me the phone.

Rakesh is taking a bath, Mom.

Eh m.

Can you give the phone to the kid?

It's been so long since I heard her voice.

She is sleeping, Mom.

I'll call you as soon as she wakes up.

Is that okay?

That's enough.

[Madhavi breaths]

Anupama?

-Anupama! -HI!

[Both hugs and chuckles]

How are you?

-It's been so long! -Yeah pretty long!

This is my husband.

-Hi. -Hi![Man]

Prasadetta?

-Namskaram. -Namskaram.

This is Dada, daughter Sreekutty.

Hi!

This is my husband, Prasadetten.

-Hi -Hello.

He is into business.

Oh I see.

Dad is a retired bank manager.

Oh!

What is Anupama doing?

I forgot to tell you.

She completed her LLB.

Oh!

She was the head of the office.

We were the role models.

Now she is a housewife.

Why did you quit your job?

Eh m.

How come you don't have a job these days?

Prasad is very busy.

I don't get time for my daughter's studies and father's needs.

Oh.

I don't get time, infact.

Hey, okay then. See you then.

Okay then. -See you then.

You can get in.

Just stop the vehicle.

Stop here.

I said stop.

What for Dad?

Where're you going Dad?

I wanted to see someone here.

Who is that?

A friend of mine.

Friend, who?

Hey, I've got someone here who owes me

money. I'll collect it and come. You go ahead.

Oh man!

A friend.

-Madhavi. -Hum?

-Don't you recognize me? -Chandu Menon.

Oh!

You haven't forgotten my name.

No, I haven't.

What are you doing here?

I came to pray, what else?.

If you don't mind, can we have a cup of tea and talk?

Hey, no.

Oh! Is it because someone you don't know called you?

No. That's not the reason.

Why are you thinking so much?

Don't we have an acquaintance to have a tea, at least.

Hum.

Madhavi, are you from here?

No, I am from Mundur.

Palakkad, Mundur.

It's been 30 years since I came here.

Okay, have a seat.

Hm.

You are from Palakkad, right?

Yes.[Both chuckles]

Madhavi, must've been very beautiful in your younger days.

I mean, you look pretty today, as I said.

[Madhavi sighs]

Did you fall in love when you got married?

I did fall in love.

But it didn't last long.

As soon as I got a job at the bank, I got married to Sharada.

And then...that love and affection didn't last very long.

She left without even waiting for Prasad to run four.

Its been 3O years now.

Madhavi, have some tea.

But you are always happy, right?

Life isn't just about being happy,

But we must find our own happiness, Madhavi.

Or else, there will be a graveyard in our mind.

Our happiness and dreams will be buried there forever.

Isn't that possible for everyone?

It is possible, Madhavi.

If we love everyone without any expectations,

we can always be happy.

I have learned this from my life.

We have seen butterflies, right?

For those who don't live for many years or months,

they have only a few days.

But haven't you seen them flying happily?

Similarly, we can be happy every moment.

We can celebrate.

We don't need anything else.

Just think about how you can live today.

Just think about how you can be happy at this moment.

Ahh!

Did I irritate you?

Hey, no.

A comfort, as if someone gently stroked my heart.

Then, don't leave it to enjoy it.

I will try. -Hum.

[Menon exhales]

Then we will meet again, right?

When?

Tomorrow.

Can you note down my phone number?

You can call me tomorrow.

No need.

What so?

I noted it down in the bank.

When you were filling the form.

7559562797

-Nice. -[Both giggles]

The bus is here.

Okay, then.

Keep the cup there. I'll give it to him.

I'll see you tomorrow.

Okay. -Okay.

Hum.

[Menon nods]

[Madhavi giggles]

[A car approaching]

Yes.

Where are they? Why are you walking alone?

They walked over. I stayed back to meet one friend.

Ahh...

Why don't you step in.

-We'll drop you. -Are you going on that route?

Yes. We are taking that route.

-Come with us, uncle. -Okay, let's go.

[Car door opens/shuts]

Uncle...

Hmm...

Can I ask you something?

Why do you want to ask just one!

Ask me whatever you want to ask.

No problem.

Ahh...

Can I say something about Anupamechi?

Go ahead.

Is it right to keep such a well-educated

and talented person in the kitchen?

If you ask me if it's right...

No.

Anupamechi will definitely wish to go for a job.

Ahh...

Prasadettan says that he is not letting

her go because she is taking care of you.

Why don't you hire someone

and Anupamechi can go for the job?

Hey, keep quiet.

[Chuckles]

Uncle, it's not that just taking care of you.

Hmm.

Did you hear that, uncle?

She meant that you should hire someone for the housework.[Giggles]

No, no, no.

I meant that he should be taken care of.

Oh.

She is going to ruin it all.[Softly]

[Car halts]

[Menon softly groans]

Come on, get down.

You've come all the way here, so get in and leave.

[Giggles] Oh no, not today, uncle.

Sorry. We'll come another day.

-Yes, yes. -We have a feast today.

Is it?

You have to come another day, okay?

-Sure, see you. -Okay, bye.

Prasad, where is he, dear?

Prasadettan has gone to meet someone. Will be back soon.

Dad, taste it.

[Anupama chuckles]

The tamarind is perfect.-Hm.

If you want, add a little salt. -Okay.

Dad, if you want, I'll keep the food ready.

No need. Let Prasad come.

-Then we'll eat together. -Okay.

-Then... Dear... -Hmm?

-You went to work earlier, right? -Yes, I did.

-Dhandapani Associates. -Yes.

Can you continue the work there?

Yes, I can. -What happened, dad?

Then you should go to work.

-Work is the most important thing. -Eh m

Will Prasadetten allow me to go?

Then everything will be difficult for you.

I'm just having silver lines, that's it!

What's wrong with me?

I didn't have any bad habits all this time, so I'm not sick.

I'll take care of my needs.

You go to work.

I'll talk to Prasad.

-Okay? -[Anupama chuckles]

[Muffled chuckles]

Should you eat pappadam?

Yes. Enough.

Enough? Yes.

Anu,

I've been wanting to ask you something.

Ahh.

Why don't you go for a job?

Did you take LLB to work in the kitchen?

Has she to make money to run this place.

Who told you that going for a job is to make money?

Dad, whatever you say, it will not be right.

Your needs will be difficult.

There is no history of a single father who children

has gone for a job and father get suffered.

Let me tell you something.

The opportunity never wait for the anyone.

If possible, you should start going for a job from tomorrow.

No one should spend time out here for me.

That's all.

Just do as I say.

Hum.

I'll go for a job too.

[Anupama chuckles]

Ah h, Smart girl.

You should go for a bigger job than your mother, after studies.

I'll be a doctor.

Very good.

Hmm.

Pour some curry for him.

I don't want it.

Suresh, didn't you fix this last month?

Can't you fix it fast?

Teacher, can you hold the torch closer?

Hmm.

Its b'coz that you tied it up..

I'm sitting in the dark now.

Teacher, it's not b'coz I tied it up.

This is Jambuvan's [Monkey scholar] wiring.

So, it gets short sometimes and always.

I don't know what happened now.

Hmm.

[Both relieved]

The light is on.

Teacher, someone is calling you.[Cellphone buzz]

Hmm.

Hmm.

[Sighs]

Teacher, I'm leaving.

You can call me if you need anything.

Suresh, don't you need money?

Is it really required to entangle two wires?

Buzz-off, teacher.

[Sighs]

Sreekutty, did you do your homework?

-Hmm. -Come.

Hold this.

-Eat all the food, dear. -Hmm.

Dad, I've kept the food in the fridge.

Just heat it up and eat.

I'll eat it.

You go in peace.

Don't worry about me.

Don't forget to eat it keeping in mind that someone serves it.

Oh, I'll take it and eat it.

-[Anupama chuckles] -Yes.[Sreekutty]

Sreekutty.

Grandpa!

-Muah. -Mu-ah.

Mu-ah.

Bye Grandpa.

Bye, dad.

Bye.

Okay.

We have to go fast. -Dad.

What is this, dear?

Dad's blessings are always with you.

You don't have to ask for it.

-You go. -Okay.

Hmm-hm.

[Cellphone rings]

Hello.

Yes. Hello.

[Madhavi chuckles]

Did you finish the coffee in the morning?

Yes.

Over.

What about there?

No yet.

I have to eat.

It's been a while, right?

You could have eaten, right?

Yes.[Chuckles]

I will eat.

Then why did you call me in the morning?

Nothing.

I just called you.

[Madhavi giggles]

Just like that?

When the kids left, I was sitting alone and called you.

Oh.

Anupama also left, right?

Yes. She left.

How can you be alone at home?

Yes. Yes.

What are you going to eat for lunch?

She has made everything and kept it in the fridge.

You just have to heat it up before eating.

That's enough.

Aren't you lucky to have all this?

Yes.

Someone is with you, right?

[Tapping his phone]

[Engaged tone]

Hmm.

[Cellphone ring continues]

Hello.

Son.

How long have I been calling you?

Where on the earth are you?

For any emergency, I can't get you on the phone.

Who are you talking to for so long?

Full time busy.

Just wasting my time.

Huh.

A person who lives alone without anyone

will have something to do and say.

Tell me what you called me for.

What to do?

There is a place to wear and sleep.

What else is so difficult?

The children will never understand.

The pain of being alone.

Whatever is asked, it's a mother's philosophy.

You didn't waste time calling your mother, did you?

You remember and call me when you are free.

[Sighs]

Yes.

I'll hang up.

I have some work.

I'll call you later conveniently.

Hello.

Hello, Mom.

Hello.

[Madhavi exhales]

Prasadetta?

Dad is listening to music full time today.

Hmm.

Let him do something.

Hmm.

As long as he's happy, that's enough. No one's troubled.

Yes.

-Have some tea. -Hmm.

Eh m.

[Door bells]

[Prasad's tongue clicks]

Oh!

What's wrong with you, Dad?

Hey, who are all these?

Oh, Prasadettan was here.

Yes, I've been here for a while.

Everyone is here.

Prasad, just like every year, there's a pilgrimage this year.

-Is it? -And it's for the elderly.

Oh, I see.

And there's a slight change this year.

Anyone can come.

That's good.

It's not b'coz of anything else, Prasad.

Not everyone is coming, right?

Yes, the car must be full.

Anyway, You have to send your father this time.-Yes.

Oh, that's difficult.

It won't be right if I send him far away.

You know that, right?

Your father won't come.

It's not to go abroad, Prasadetta.

This time, it's a pilgrimage to the South.

What? South?

If you say South, it's to the soil of Padmanabhan.

-Oh I see. -To Thiruvananthapuram.

That's what he meant.

Let me think about it.

That's enough.

You can think about it and tell us.

Rameshettan, give him that notice.

Here it is.[Giggles]

-Then, fine. -Okay, right.

Why are you sitting like this?

You don't have to know anything.

You don't have to know who came and went.

When did he start listening the music?

Who came, Prasadetta?

That's Rameshen and Rametten.

They're going on a pilgrimage from the temple.

They came to ask if I can send him along.

Then what did Prasadetten say?

Oh, dear Anupama?

Have you ever seen father go somewhere before this?

Anyway, I'm gonna go this time, for sure.

[Both amazed]

[Soft hum of surprise]

[Scoffs]

Hmm.

Come.

It's been a long time since you came.

-Ah. -Bus is late.

That's okay.

Madhavi came.

That's my pleasure.

-Sit. -Hmm.

Well, did your son call?

Yes, he did.

It's just a ritual to him.

If I try to talk to him, his wife won't agree.

When she's not around, Rakesh will call me.

It will end in a fight and shouting

That's how it is when you work outside, Madhavi.

They'll be busy.

Busy.

I've never shown it to anyone else in my life.

Do you know

how hard it is for a UP school teacher to make his son a doctor?

I spent all my money to make him a doctor.

No one helped me.

All alone.

Not even his father's family.

[Madhavi breaths]

When he was in 10th grade, my 'Venu Mash' passed away.

As soon as MBBS was over, Rakesh went to Dubai.

He married a Christian girl from there.

She's a doctor too.

They've been together for at least 10 years.

They have a 4-year-old daughter.

That means...

Hasn't Rakesh come to see Madhavi after the wedding?

No.

He used to do video call in the past.

That's the only time I've seen her and the baby.

He doesn't like me calling him.

But I call him from time to time.

Isn't that he holds a big responsibility in the job?

May be it's stressful.

-[Madhavi sighs] -Well..

Isn't it a big thing for Madhavi to make

your son a doctor with your teacher job.

[Madhavi chuckles]

Let them live happily.

[Madhavi laughs]

Which grade is your daughter in?

She's in 2nd grade.

Is she studying well?

Yes. Indeed a smart girl.

[Both laughs]

Well, what about daughter-in-law?

What's her name?

-Anupama. -Anupama.

And she?

She's smart too.

She likes Anupama me more than Prasad.

She's not my daughter-in-law. Daughter!

[Madhavi giggles]

She's very happy now that she has a job.

Let everyone be happy. [Madhavi giggles]

Yes.

Let everyone be happy.

Hum.

What are you looking at?

Nothing. [Menon giggles]

'Bindi' is really matching on you.

[Madhavi mufffled laughs]

[Menon laughs]

Madhavi is more beautiful when you smile.

You should smile all the time.

[Madhavi laughs out loud]

I'll try.

You shouldn't try.

You should smile.

[Both laughs]

Shall I order for some tea?

No.

Usually, I don't drink a lot of tea.

-Some other time. -Okay.

Then..

Madhavi, some of us are going on a pilgrimage from the temple.

Hum.

Can you come with us?

[Thoughtful, Madhavi]

That is...

If you ask me so quickly...

I'll talk with my son about it and let you know.

You can think about it and let me know.

But you have to come.

Hum?

Rakesh, mom is calling you.

Didn't you call her?

I did.

Then why is she calling after all?

Answer her. Or else her peace will go off.

Sneha, please.

Whatever it is, speak to her.

What is it, mom?

Son.

I called you already - so why now?

I called you to ask you something.

What, What is it?

Everyone is going on a pilgrimage from the temple.

To Padmanabhaswamy temple.

For that?

I would like to go too.

Why don't you stay at home. I don't have any money.

Who will take care of you, if anything happens?

No.

You stay at home only.

Your wish during frail age.

Son, Rakesh...

..I didn't call you to ask for money.

I have my pension for such.

I know what will happen to me if something happens to me.

I didn't call you to ask for your permission.

I thought it was a form of decency.

Oh, then?

Let my son's business work out.

[Scoffs]

[Sobbing Madhavi]

Hmm.

[Stifled breath]

-Yeah Madhavi. -Menon?

I'm coming too.

♪ Let me dive deep into you, O' Kanna...♪

♪ Let me chant your name, O' Kanna...♪

♪ Let me dive deep into you, O' Kanna...♪

♪ Let me chant your name, O' Kanna...♪

♪ Like the blue clouds above, you fill my mind♪

♪ In the shade of your play, I find myself...♪

♪ Let me dive deep into you, O' Kanna...♪

♪ Let me chant your name, O' Kanna...♪

♪ Humming...♪

♪Is it the flute's song, or your laughter's tune? ♪

♪The flowers by the Yamuna, or the blooms of the hills?♪

♪Is it the flute's song, or your laughter's tune? ♪

♪The flowers by the Yamuna, or the blooms of the hills?♪

♪In your eyes, the dreams I have seen, forever will bind me close to you♪

♪O' Kanna?♪

♪ Let me dive deep into you, O' Kanna...♪

♪ Let me chant your name, O' Kanna...♪

♪ Let me dive deep into you, O' Kanna...♪

♪ Let me chant your name, O' Kanna...♪

[Vehicle revving]

Hey Ramesh! What happened?

It's nothing, Prasadetta. I have something to say.

Just say it.

Well, now let me off at the junction.

-Is that your problem? -I'm too coming.

-You hop in, come. -[Ramesh chuckles]

You said you had something to say.

Prasadetta, don't get angry.

Just say it, Ramesh.

Well, you know Chandu Chettan?

Dad?

He went on a tour from the temple, right?

There was a woman with Prasadetten's father.

What?

I'm telling the truth, Prasadetta.

There was a lady with him.

How dare you lie, you gun's ash?

Why should I lie, Prasadetta?

[Ramesh's tongue clicks]

If you had a doubt, go ask other travelers.

They saw it, right?

What happened? Did you forget something?

Where's Dad?

-Eh h -Hey

What happened Prasadetta?

Prasadetta?

-Nothing. -Hey stop!

Tell me, what's it?

-Prasadetta, Prasadetta? -What's the issue?

Look, he is sitting here. Ask him directly.

What's the issue Dad?

I don't know, dear.

[Scoffs] He won't speak up!

What are you trying to say?

What's wrong with you?

Dad, what's gotten into you?

Prasadetta, calm down!

Better you ask him.

At this age, giving people something to gossip about.

Let the people say something.

She's a good friend of mine.

I didn't think of anything else. Either me or her!

What's wrong with you and the townsfolk?

Good.

So, you're going to continue this, right?

Yes.

The friendship with her makes me very happy today.

[Scoffs]

I'm not ready to lose that happiness.

No matter what anyone says.

My dear Dad, it's you only will understand.

The townsfolk and the family don't need to know anything.

Why are you still fighting for that woman?

[Scoffs]

It was Madhavi who made me realize that I'm not

some frail old man with one foot in the grave.

I've never met such a person in my life.

Kindly, don't ruin the family. Please.

[Prasad scoffs harshly]

Prasadetta, please listen to me.

[Anupama gasps]

Dad.

Dad.

I know that you won't do anything wrong.

Hmm!

Hotels shut amid gas shortage.

[EV whirring]

Eh h!

Take this.

Right'o'.

Hey! Menon [Mathan excites]

-How come unusual? -Mathan?

I'll tell you later.[Giggles Menon]

You don't come here if you have nothing.

Tell me. What is it?

Yes..I will tell you.

Do you remember? [Mathan chuckles]

[Menon chuckles]

The photo we took when we were in the Ollur branch.

-Yeah -[Laughs]

[Both sighs]

I've been noticing since you arrived

-why is there a dullness on your face.

Is there a problem?

There is a small problem.

Is it about Prasad?

No.

Then?

I...

I have decided to get married.

[In awe] Marriage?

Why are you saying this now?

Who is the party?

Well, will your son Prasad agree?

Mathan, I am not waiting for anyone's consent.

[Sighs]

But I haven't told Madhavi about this.

Ah-he!

Madhavi? Is that the name of the bride?

What if they don't agree?

Then I'll have to tell her.

Well...

Have you really thought about it?

I am not thinking much about this, Mathan.

I felt that I just want to live with her.

I hope Madhavi will agree.

I am sure your family will agitate.

There will be problems from their side, as well.

You should have the strength to face it together.

I will be with you all the time. You know that.

I don't like pushing older people aside.

Those who have to marry should do that.

What if Madhavi doesn't agree?

Well, I just mentioned.

You should think about it, right?

You haven't proposed to her yet.

-Propose? -Yes.

Like the Genz's

You should give her flowers and rings. And ask her, will you marry me?

Oh!

Yeah, you an old man.

An old man's shame. [Menon laughs]

Kunjakko Boban!! [Mathan teases]

[Menon laughs]

Why are you laughing so much?

Prasad asked me yesterday.

What is the relationship between Madhavi and me?

What did you tell him?

What should I tell him?

I told him that we are good friends.

But he is a boy.

He will understand.

[Madhavi sighs]

What is Madhavi thinking?

What should we do now?

[Madhavi inhales]

Should we stop seeing each other like this?

Is that the only solution?

Prasad will understand gradually.

He is my son.

What is the relationship between us?

I don't know what to say now.

It's true.

We are old now.

We don't have a job.

But my pension is enough for both of us to live.

Can't we live together?

[Surprised Madhavi]

[Voice trembling]

No.

That's not going to work, Menon.

[Restless Menon]

Why?

Hmm?

Is it because Madhavi doesn't like me?

[Confused Madhavi]

I need some time.

I will think about it and say.

Hmm.

I know what Madhavi will say.

But

I want to hear it from Madhavi.

[Strained breathing]

Hey, you sneaky Menon!

Did you tell her?

Yes.[Giggles]

What did Madhavi say?

She didn't say anything.

What? She didn't say anything?

What are you saying?

I know. Mathan.

Teacher likes me. But...

To say it in....

Did you tell Prasad about it?

No.

Then don't tell him.

Let Madhavi tell first.

-Then speak about it. -That.

-That's enough, right? -Yes yes.

-Heard it? -Okay.

I'll hung up now.

I have some urgent work.

[Stunned]

What is this?

Tough red?

Switch it off.

Who is it?

Mom.

Tell her that I am driving.

Not possible for me. You can talk to her.

[Erring]

Hello, son.

Mom, I am driving.

Can I call you later?

No.

I have something urgent to tell you.

You have to listen.

Yes, tell me.

I....

I am going to get married.

What?

Have you gone mad?

A foolish desire in old age.

What's stuck in your craw?

Leave that aside. What will I answer to the townsfolk?

What will I answer to this girl's parents?

After all, you are a teacher, right?

We will sit here.

What did Madhavi decide?

[Heavily sighs]

Why are you not telling me?

I called my son yesterday.

Hum.

He will never agree to this.

Then there is one more thing.

He told me that if that happens,

He won't be able to have a relationship with his mother.

If I want to live with Menon,

I have to give up everything I have.

[Stifled breath]

I told you, didn't I? That none of this will work out.

Is there no other way, Madhavi?

[Stifled breath continues]

No.

When I spoke to my son, I understood one thing.

They don't need me.

I spent my entire life for him.

I am a woman who can't even

make a decision for my happiness.

[Stifled breath]

Everyone is selfish.

In one's own matter.

What's so bad about this, Menon?

What's wrong with our relationship?

We tried to love each other, didn't we?

Why should others care?

Do we have to wait for someone else to generosity to us?

I love you. You love me.

Why shouldn't I live with you out of fear of this world?

Menon, I will live with you.

[Relieved Menon] [Smiles Madhavi]

Madhavi, it took you a while to give me an answer.

But

what you gave me is a great answer.

[Stifled breath]

Aren't you going to eat, Dad?

-Hum? -Why aren't you eating?

Hum. I'll eat.

I have something to tell you both.

I met Madhavi today.

Talked to her.

I told her about me.

She gave me an answer today.

Don't worry about what people will say about us.

She will be my wife from now on.

[Scoffs Prasad]

And for you as Mother.

Dammit.

I was proud of my father all this while.

You brought me up after my mother's death.

Now I feel ashamed to call you my Dad.

A bond that wasn't there for thirty years-Dad doesn't need it now.

-Prasadetta? -You don't talk.

Prasad isn't so desperate as to call just any woman 'mother.

I won't let her live in this house or in front of me.

You can decide now.

Do you want to live with her or destroy the family?

How can I destroy the family when I'm married?

What will I say in front of my friends, family and neighbors?

What I am supposed to say to them?

I live for my convenience.

I don't want to live for someone else's wish.

Dad.

[Scoffs Prasad]

[Muttering Prasad]

Menon's deceased wife framed pic]

Prasadetta?

This is not the first time something like this has happened in the world.

If he is happy, why should we be?

Anu, don't come to me taking Dad's side.

My family and I deserve to live with our heads held high.

Do you understand?

[Anupama's stifled breath]

Dad? Prasadetta?

Dad. Prasadetta, dad is leaving!

Prasadetta?

Dad. Don't go,

Dad, don't go, please.

Prasadetta? Dad. Don't go. Dad, please.

Please. Don't go. Pls.

[Anupama sobbing] Please. Dad.

Prasadetta? [Strained breathing]

Prasadetta. Dad is leaving. Ask him to stay back.

Ask him to stay back.

[Madhavi's stifled breath]

Why didn't Madhavi invite me inside?

[Voice trembling]

[With stifled breath, Madhavi] Come on in.

[Chuckles]

[Sobbing]

I spoke to Prasad about our marriage.

He can't consider Madhavi to be my wife or his mother.

To him, it's a shame if I bring Madhavi into my house.

But..

But I have to live with Madhavi.

I have to.

[Wiping tears]

Menon, this house and I have always been alone.

This is our house now.

Our own house that only understands our wishes.

[Madhavi sighs]

Why aren't you saying anything?

No, Madhavi.

Let's find a place for ourselves.

What Prasad might have told me today.

Tomorrow, Rakesh will tell us.

That will be sad again.

Where'll were go?

[Songs]

♪ Life is like a shore of earth♪

♪ Where sweetness blooms like a dream♪

♪ Life is like flowers on water ♪

♪ Each memory shimmering like a gleam ♪

♪ By the edges of love, someone softly calls♪

♪Tenderly whispering,♪

♪A love we cannot repay ♪

♪ Yet the forgotten valley blooms beneath♪

♪ Life is like a shore of earth♪

♪ Where sweetness blooms like a dream♪

♪ Life is like flowers on water ♪

♪ Each memory shimmering like a gleam ♪

Well...yeah...

Get down. Get down...

Come, Menon. Come. Come. Come.

[Menon sighs]

[Mathan giggles]

[Mathan giggles softly]

It's a comfortable house.

I bought it for my son in Canada.

I don't come here.

Didn't you like it, Menon?

Oh, this is too much.

It's only a matter until the registered marriage is done, right?

It's just a matter of a month. It will be over in a month.

If there is any problem, we can find another house.

-Am I right, teacher? -Oh no!

This is the best house, isn't it?

Oh, the teacher liked the house anyway.

Here, take the key.

[Both nods]

Teacher, I have bought everything in the kitchen.

I am leaving now.

I need to go to the bank for something for my son.

Menon, call me if anything required.

It's an urgent matter.

Okay, you guys freshen-up.

-You have travelled a long way. -Okay.

Hum.

Okay then, right teacher.[Giggles]

Both of you should wake up early in the morning.

You know that you have to go to the registrar office, right?

-Yes. -Yeah.

Oh, difficult to get into this!

Then I will come with the vehicle in the morning.

-Okay. -Right'o'

[Vehicle whirring]

Let me take the coffee, Menon.

Eh h!

[Teacher chuckles]

[Pouring coffee]

Eh h!

[Teacher chuckles]

[Menon clears throat]

Menon, what are you thinking?

It must've been hard, leaving everyone behind, right?

If you ask me, was it a pain...

Everyone who's been with you all these years..

when you suddenly leave one day,

it feels like a deep emptiness inside.

Didn't you feel the same, Madhavi?

I though the people we love would always be with us.

That's my mistake.

Why should I feel sad? [Subdued Madhavi]

Menon, you brought all papers, right?-Yes. I do.

No, if anything left out then need to go back to Kadamakudi.

luckily, no much rush out there.

Even if there’s a rush now, our matter is already taken care off.

The registrar is our own man.

-Come. -Yeah.

Kurup sir?

-Yeah, who is this? -Namskaram!

-Mathan? -Come and have a seat.

[Both chuckles]

I was referring about them. Chandu Menon and Madhavi Kutty.

-Namsakaram -Please sit.

So, tell me. How's things?

Chandu Menon's son has some objections.-Hmm.

Well, what's the plan?

So, what brought you together to take such decision, at this age?

Love, what else?

Oh, oh!

[Muffled laugh]

Children are against, right?

Yes!

-You brought all documents, right?-Yes.

I know him from his Elapara days.

Any guess, how many registrations he's done for me?

A man who can't be bribed.

Documents are all intact.

Oh.

God's grace!

-But there is a small issue. -What issue?

I can accept the application today.

The problem is...

that registration can happen only after a month.

That's all..

That we will face, whatever it may be.

So what?

♪ It spreads, filled with rain and dew, ♪

♪ Like seabirds, we sobs too ♪

♪ It spreads, filled with rain and dew, ♪

♪ Like seabirds, we sobs too ♪

♪ On the path of yearning and distance ♪

♪ When warmth slowly spreads through ♪

♪ In stories written and words spoken, ♪

♪ The longing placed within- ♪

♪ This Life, so sweet, becomes our own♪

♪ Life is a like a shore on earth ♪

♪ Where sweetness blooms like a dream ♪

♪Life is like flowers on water ♪

♪ Each memory shimmering like a gleam ♪

♪ By the edges of love, someone softly calls, ♪

♪ Tenderly whispering, a love we cannot repay♪

♪ Yet the forgotten valley blooms beneath ♪

[Rhythmic]

[Vehicle approaches]

[Softly grunts]

Hey, come on, get down. Have a coffee and go.

Hey, no! I've something urgent on the go!

Same old story, no matter what!

It's just a coffee-why so long? You get down first.

It's bit urgent, that's why.

Hey, c'mon man!

[Distressed]

There's still a week more.

[Chuckles]

Isn't this how the government operates?

Isn't Govinda Kurup there representing us?

Why should you be afraid, Menon?

Not that!

My fear is that it this goes on the notice and

Prasad notices it, it could lead to trouble.

Hey, nothing doing.

Be relaxed, Menon.

Yeah.

[Lady giggles]

-Have coffee. -Ah.

You didn't add sugar, right?

Well, I won't be there on your registration day.

Eh h!

I have a trip, which was planned.

Going to Canada.

Why all of a sudden?

Hey, nothing. As it planned earlier.

My Son's marriage.

After all, its Dad who should go, isn't it?

Is the wedding going to be held there?

I told him already. Lets do it here.

She is not agreeing.

My wife.

That place is best for her to show off.

If Mathan is not around it will become a mess.

And I don't have a clue where to find all these witnesses.

Menon, you don't have to worry about anything.

As I told you, Govinda Kurup is over there and he'll arrange

whatever needed.

The witnesses and the accused- everyone will be there.

Be strong! [Chuckles]

[Giggles]

[Smiles]

Menon?

Menon?

What kind of sleep is this?

Look at the time-wake up.

You should 've called me too when you woke up, Madhavi.

I thought why wake you up early?

[Giggles]

[Cellphone buzz]

Look, who is that?

-Its Anupama. -Ha.

-Yeah, dear. -Hello, Dad?

How are you, Dad?

Yeah fine, dear.

Dad is like that always.

What's up with Sreekutti. How's she?

She is doing pretty.

[Chuckles]

Dad?

-Yes, dear. What's it? -Err

Good news!

You're going once again, a grandpa!

Aha-ha!

That's indeed a good news!

I'm happy, darling.

[Sighs]

Will you come to see me?

Why not?

I will come soon, dear.

Soon!

Hmm.

Okay then, Dad. Can I hung up now?

-Right dear, right. -Hum.

Anupama has good news.

I'm gonna be again a Grandpa!

[Chuckles]

Shall we go and meet her.

Will Prasad allow for such....!

Anyway, try calling Prasad once.

Its been some time now.

May be he'll agree.

-Let's try it, right? -Hm[Chuckles]

-Hello? -Son?

How's you Dad?

I'm doing good.

-We knew the good news. -Anupama called, right?

Yes, just a while ago.

Listen, son!

Can we come and see her?

Well.. Dad, you can come at anytime.

[Sighs]

We shall come over, son.

I'm longing to see Anupama and Sreekutty.

You didn't get me, Dad?

Dad can come anytime. I said, Dad only.

Eh h!

Ah..no!

Its fine. Everything will alright.

Let me bring tea for you.

[Sobbing]

[Sobbing continues]

Menon?

Look, Mathan is calling

[Sniffles]

Hello Menon?

What's up.. all well?

A hah!

Well, Menon..!

Tomorrow is the day we have to register.

Have you guys forgotten?

I called to say that.

No..we've not forgotten! [Broken words and chuckles]

Well, what about the witnesses?

Oh, didn't I tell you there itself, Menon?

Witnesses are ready.

Govinda Kurup has arranged them all.

I've spoken to them. Yeah.

I'll hung up now. So all set and done.

Go there gracefully.

Sign in the register.

And become like a newly wedded couple.

My best greetings to both of you.

Stay blessed, both of you.

So Teacher, all the best.

-[Mathan Laughs] -Thank you.

-Thank you Mathan. -Okay Menon. Okay,

Yes, sir. What would you like to have?

Is tea enough? or else would like to eat?

Yeah, tea will do.

Two tea.

-Anything to eat? -Not now.

-There are few more coming. Then I'll order.-Right, sir.

What happened?

Feel tensed?

[Sighs]

If Mathan were here, we wouldn't be this tense, right?

Hmm.

There's nothing to worry. He must have arranged everything.

-Have some tea. -Hum.

[Sighs]

Naina, give this to all.

Yeah, just sign it here, as well.

So, all the best.

Thank you.

[Group giggles]

We are truly happy for your presence.

[Group giggles]

After all, it's a blessing for us to attend a wedding like this, isn't it?

[Menon giggles]

Oh no, I left my bag at the restaurant.

You guys carry on. I will be back soon.

Yeah, that's a must.

Huh!

Uhhh...[Groans]

[Startled]

[Gasping]

Chandu......!!!

[INTERVAL]

[Madhavi wailing]

Please, faster.

[Wailing continues]

Stay here. Don't move...

[Madhavi wailing heavily]

Eh h!

This is Menon Chettan!!

Menon chettan...?

Menon chettan...?

Menon chettan...!!

Are you ok?

Who is with him?

A lady. She says that she his wife, doctor.

-Wife? -Hum.

[Rumbling]

-Prasad? -Why did you call me, Uncle?

Well, Menon chettan has been admitted here.

There is nothing to worry.

It's an accident.

Accident?

Menon chettan was brought here by a lady.

Doctor Uncle, it's a big story. I'll tell you directly.

Since she is there, can you do me a favour?

Now is the time.

Eh h!

You tell me the matter.

[Intense crying]

I had to pay the bill.

What is the patient name?

Chandu Menon!

Are you paying the total bill now?

Yes.

How much?

Its Rs. 2,16,000

[Madhavi hum of shock]

Is it cash, Madam?

I don't have that much.

Pay the bill fast.

I'll bring it.

Chechi, should I do any help?

This is three sovereigns of gold and 660 ml.

How much we will get?

Its Rs. 2,24,000.

What kind of price you're talking about.

Measure it again!

Bro, while measuring it again, it won't increase the price.

It's today's price.

It's not gold. Ornaments, right?

There'll be reduction on the price and labor charges.

Chechi, can we go to another shop?

You'll get only this price wherever you go.

I don't want that.

You'll pay me fast. [Madhavi sobbing]

-How much? -Bro, 50 Rupees.

-Okay. -Hmm.

Chechi, you go to the operation theatre side.

I'll pay the bill and come.

Wasn't it difficult for you?

What difficult could it be, Chechi. It's our duty.

We are providing food in this hospital.

You get going. It's just a help.

[Madhavi panting]

Doctor was asking about you.

He asked you to go to his cabin.

Yeah, please sit.

Situation is about ...It's serious.

We need to operate soon.

We tried but bleeding is not stopping.

Oh!

Did you pay the bill?

Yes. I did.

Okay.

Doctor, can I see Menon?

Oh, it's difficult.

He is inside the operation theater.

You can see him only after that.

No one paid the bill there.

What?

I gave it to someone.

Who?

He is here only.

He said he is the one who provides food.

Damn! Is this how you manage money?

Did you check properly?

No one paid the bill there, Doctor.

I can't do anything.

Try to make cash arrangements.

[Quivering Madhavi]

We need to operate soon.

You can curse me if anything happens.

[Stifled sobs]

Oh!!

Why are you disconnecting the call?

How long have you been playing this game?

Give me the phone.

Why is she calling me like this, Rakesh?

The one who delivered that big dialogue-look at her now!

Who are you talking about?

[Scoffs] Who else?

Your own mother.

After insulting others in her old age-look at her now.

How dare she call me now?

Some shame.

I'm gonna switch-off the phone.

[Madhavi sobs]

[Sobbing continues]

Hello!

Don't disconnect the call.

Who is this?

I am Madhavi Kutty.

Why are you calling me?

Son, please.

Your father met with an accident and is in the hospital.

And he is very serious.

The doctor wants to operate on him.

[Madhavi wailing]

I don't have money.

Give the phone to the doctor.

I will.

Can you give this phone to the doctor?

Wait here Chechi. I will give it to him.

He asked you to go inside.

Please sit.

I have talked to Prasad about everything.

Prasad has asked me that he'll take care of it.

But... there is one thing.

[Madhavi nervous smile]

I don't know how to tell you this.

Hmm.

[Dr exhales]

You have to leave from here.

Why?

To leave means, you'll never come to meet Chandumenon.

You shouldn't come into their lives.

Not even unknowingly.

Only then Prasad will take care of all treatment.

[Madhavi with anguish]

That include will take care of his post-treatment.

See this.

In the face of each one's stubbornness, it will

be more complicated if the surgery is late.

[Stifled sobbing]

Hmm.

Prasad.

[Sobbing]

Hmm.

[Mathan exhales]

Uncle.

Yeah.

-You are here? -You know everything.

How can I go?

Anu can't handle it alone.

Come, let me see Menon?

How is dad now? Is there any improvement?

He is better now.

Hmm.

-That was a pretty hard hit. -Hmm.

It was a sheer luck.

The doctor said that he needs better rest for a while.

-Hmm. -He is in a lot of pain.

He's always been like that anyway- give him

the slightest thing and he ill start wining.

Everything will be fine.

After a while, you will see him running and walking.

-It's better to have a bed rest. -Hmm. Hey?

Uncle, dad's room is there. I'll come now.

Hmm.

I'll something for you to drink.

Eh h.

Mathan?

What kind of state is this, Menon?

Menon, where the hell are you looking and walking?

Is this the way to cross the road?

You are lucky that you didn't become a poster!

Mathan?

Hmm.

I don't think I can get up from this bed ever.

Mathan?

It feels like God is determined to never let me be happy.

This is your problem.

You think negatively and get tensed for no reason.

Then your blood pressure will increase.

We can find a way for everything.

Which is that way, Mathan?

Mathan?

Oh.

Have you seen Madhavi?

-Isn't Madhavi here? -Uncle?

-How are you? -I am fine, dear.

I knew that you would go to work again.

Dear.

You are on leave?

What did you say?

Dad said that I am on leave for a few days.

Isn't that a problem?

If you get a job, isn't it a problem to take leave?

That's what we were talking about.

We decided not to go to work.

She got a job with so much desire.

You don't have to lose your job.

If its fine with Menon, I will get here a good person.

If I can't find any, you better quit the job.

We'll find another job.

-Hmm. -Eh h.

He thinks that he is a kid still.

He's always jumping around for no reason.

To get us more trouble.

[Scoffs]

[Grumbling]

It's difficult.

See.

He caught on it.

This is his problem.

Hey

Didn't the doctor say not to bring any worry, dad?

Tell him that, dear.

Grumbling sentiments always..!

How can he be alright?

Well, how is your farming going on?

You haven't come there, have you?

- Yes. - Its going on.

I stopped it for the time being.

And continuing it with a concept of home stay and a farm stay.

To promote tourism.

The future of Kerala is in tourism. Isn't it, that's our chief minister said.

Now why should I go against the chief minister. Isn't it, Menon?

Just hold this. There's a phone.[Cellphone rings]

-Is the chief minister on the line? -Yes. Eh h!!

No. [Mathan's mocking look]

Nope. Workers.

They'll start asking for wages immediately after noon.

They are big crack!

Menon, let me go there.

Otherwise, they'll come here asking for wages.

I just came.

It will take two days to settle down.

Let me go. I'll come day after tomorrow.

Let me go.

Dear.

Don't lose your job for Dad's sake.

There is someone I know.

Let me enquire about it.

Who is this?

Madhav..

No.

Mathan sir told me to come.

He said he needs someone to take care of Sir.

Yes.

Mathan uncle told me.

Chechi, please come.

Prasadetta?

Can you come here?

How do you know Mathan uncle?

I know.

He told me when he called me about the work here.

There is no particular work here.

I've just joined the job.

It's difficult to take leave as soon as I join the job.

Eh m

I can't manage everything alone.

Well, what is your name, you said?

Kamala.

Who is at home?

Are the kids married?

Who is this?

I have a son.

He is outside.

She is one referred by Mathan uncle.

Did Mathan uncle tell you about the salary?

Yes.

Show her Dad and tell her everything.

I'll come back after I drop the car off for service.

You come along, Chechi.

[Menon groans]

[Madhavi sobs]

Why are crying, Dad?

She is the one sent by Mathan uncle.

To look after you.

Her name is Kamala. [Menon sobbing]

You talk to him. I will be back.

[Madhavi burst in tears]

[Wailing]

[Menon groans]

Are you scared?

[Menon softly groans]

Don't be scared.

I am here.

Are you in pain?

[Menon groans]

The pain is less.

But I am not getting any strength in my body.

I can't stand up. [Menon sobbing]

It was a hard hit.

Chechi, tea.

Do you want tea, Dad?

No need. You are taking medicines.

You will lose sleep.

Kamalachechi will take care of everything, Dad.

Okay.

[Anupama chuckles]

Chechi, have tea and come to the kitchen.

I have to make a call to the office.

-Hum. -Hmm.

[Menon groans]

[Madhavi sobs]

Hmm?

What are you thinking about?

Have you heard about Kuzhukkumala?

No.

I saw it on my mobile, some time back.

The sunrise there is beautiful.

[Both chuckles]

I wish to go there.

Why not?

We can go there one day.

How can I climb a mountain with this body?

Will you remain like this?

These things will go away soon, won't they?

Once the illness is gone, we can go together.

Even if you are trying to console me,

I feel relieved to hear that.

[Madhavi laughs] Is that so?

[Madhavi giggling continues]

♪On this long, winding road♪

♪We journey, ever-begining♪

♪Even if the day takes its time to end♪

♪On this long, winding road♪

♪We journey, ever-begining♪

♪Even if the day takes its time to end♪

♪Always searching♪

♪For that lost fragment♪

♪Oh fleeting time, what is it that you wait for♪

♪A hint of golden saffron♪

♪Upon your brow- even if unseen♪

♪You are my evening♪

♪A cluster of blossoms in your hair-♪

♪Even if untouched, you are my spring time♪

♪Here , in this moment♪

♪On this path, just us,♪

♪Let us continue... together♪

♪On this path, just us,♪

♪Let us continue... together♪

♪On this long, winding road♪

♪We journey, ever-begining♪

♪Even if the day takes its time to end♪

♪We strive to reach the horizon♪

♪Always searching♪

♪For that lost fragment♪

♪Oh fleeting time, what is it that you wait for♪

Prasadetta, we're lucky to have Chechi like

person to take care of father, isn't it?

Yes.

Chechi is doing everything proactively.

She is a good character, isn't it?

Yes.

Sometimes, when I see her talking with authority, I feel like mother.

-Isn't it? -Yeah.

I don't know how long she will stand?

Enough.

Have a sip more.

We have to go around after you recover, isn't it?

[Madhavi thinks]

Everyone calls you Kamala, isn't it?

[Both softly laughs]

Where did you get this name?

Kamala and Madhavikutty are the same, isn't it?

Hmm.

Is it difficult for a teacher to find a name?

[Madhavi laughs]

[Menon coughs]

Oh!

[Menon coughs]

Menon, I have a wish

I want to see you like before.

We have to go to many places together.

Madhavi, Madhavi is just a servant here.

If I become okay, they will ask Madhavi to leave.

I want to die before that.

So, I want to you to pray to God that I should be like this till I die.

[Madhavi whimpering]

So, I could see you always till then.

[Madhavi weeps]

Where should I go?

If I don't go anywhere,

no one will let me go from here.

[Madhavi weeps]

[Madhavi weeps heavily]

[Weeping continuous]

[Muffled weep]

Huh!

[Anupama tsks]

What's this? Damn!

Its not working out.

What are you doing there, dear?

Aloo Paratha!

It is like Aluva Parotta.

[Madhavi giggles]

[Tongue clicks]

Prasadetten will be late.

He said he has a meeting.

Prasad loves North Indian food.

He was in Pune for some time.

I think sometime, that I should cook for him whatever he likes.

But, where do I get time for all this?

Prasad doesn't complain.

Hmm.

I love to cook

My mother used to teach me everything when I was young.

I haven't seen my mother sitting idle for a minute.

Poor soul.

She is always busy.

How old were you when your mother died?

When I was studying in +2.

I only realized what my mother meant to me after she passed away.

When she was sick, her wish was to see my marriage.

Hmm.

Poor soul.

When I got a good life, she is not there to see me.

[Menon groans]

[Groans]

[Menon heavily groans]

-Eh m.[Anupama] -[Madhavi startled]

[Whimpering]

[Screaming Madhavi] Oh, what happened?

-Dad, what happened? -[Both under shock]

[Anupama]Dad, what happenend? [Madhavi] What is this?

I was trying to get some water.

What is this Dad?

You could have called me if you needed anything?

I would have come if you called?

Ay-yo!

Chechi, please be careful.

[Madhavi sobs]

Why did you do this when I was not around?

[Menon grunts]

Why did you make me sad?

[Menon grunts continue]

I got scared!

[Madhavi heavily weeping]

Isss-ha!!

Slowly?

Did your hand hurt?

Ay-yo, Chechi.. your hand got a cut!

I told you...Let me dress it.

-It's OK. -Come Chechi!

[Menon groans]

You go, Madhavi.

[Stifled breath]

Did you do anything mischief to get your hand cut, Grandma?

What mischief could I have done, dear?

Am I a poor?

Grandma's got a bit of a mischievous side.

Eh m.

Does it hurt?

Hum.

This medicine will make the pain go away.-Hm.

Are you Dad's Madhavikutty?

[Madhavi startled]

[Stifled breath]

[Madhavi trembling for words]

Mom, who is Madhavi Kutty?

She is a writer who told us a lot of stories.

[Child hums]

Eh h!

[Mathan's vehicle approaches]

[Mathan chuckles] [Madhavi chuckles]

Teacher, how is Menon?

Yeah, I brought some cardamom and pepper from the farm.

Hey, kiddo, drop that inside.

-Please come in. -Yeah.

Hey, Menon?

[Menon hums]

Yes, you have changed a lot.

[Chuckles]

Mathan brought the medicine here, right?

-Me? -Isn't it Madhavi?

Oh, I see!

[Mathan laughs]

If Mathan hadn't done this to me, I would've melted away completely.

What will I do without knowing the situation here?

I can't even think of it.

I'm indebted to Mathan that I'll never forget even in my death.

It was God's wish to unite you both.

I was just an excuse.

That's all.

Isn't it Menon?

What to do?

I was not here at that time.

Otherwise It wouldn't have happened.

But everything is over now.

-Isn't it? -Hum.

What will happen when Prasad finds out?

I am afraid of it.

By god's grace, please you both don't get worried.

We can talk about everything and fix.

If nothing happens, you both can come to my estate.

There are good felicities.

There is no need to be afraid of anyone.

Hah!

I am fine here.

By God's grace, everyone here likes me.

Then what is the problem?

[Mathan giggles]

I am happy that my home nurse idea worked out well.

Eh h!

You both carry on.

I will go and see.

Hum.

Menonkutty?

Eh h!

[Madhavi startled]

Eh h!

Door bell again? Teacher did not open the door, or what?

I'll go and check.

Why aren't you opening the door?

Who is it? Hey?

[Confused Mathan]

Hey, is it Doctor?

It's just me and Menon sir in this house

Why you're all of a sudden? Are you not well?

Hey?

I just called Prasad when I was passing thru.

Prasad insisted that I meet his Dad and then go.

yeah, yeah, why not. See him see him and go.

Oh, God!

Menon Kutty, the doctor is here.

Yeah.

You look fine.

Should we lie down like this, always?

Don't we have to run around?

Heh!

Did you come here to see me only?

[Chuckles]

I can't say that..

I had a wedding here.

So I thought of visiting you, as well.

Should I bring you something to drink?

-I'll... -Drink something and go.

There's no one else to bring here to have something to drink.

Just me.

I'll bring it.

-I'll bring it. -Ah.

Don't discontinue physiotherapy.

Let it be. Okay.

Oh, you've made the tea.

Don't worry

I'll make him go out right away.

Sir, tea.

I made it myself.

I'll push off now.

I'll be back. Leave him and come.

Eh h.

I'm not saying that I'll see you again.

Why is that?

Do we ever say to Doctors and thieves that we'll see them again?

-oh, that way? -[Mathan laughs]

-Yes, hold this. -[Mathan laughs continue]

I'll leave

I'm the only one here.

Ah!

The doctor left.

You were scared, weren't you?

I was scared too.

Silly thing enter!!

Come.

[Mathan nods]

Got rid of doctor!

[Menon grunts]

Shall I leave now?

You can leave after lunch.

Let me go, teacher.

I have to get there, rolling.

Why does it take so long just to eat a bit of rice?

The road is full of blocks.

I'll have to go fast and clear off the workers.

Let me go.

Menon, see you.

Just a minute.

Here's a gift for you.

A radio.

It's raining, isn't it?

Listen to some music.

Hold this.

Call me if you need anything, teacher.

-I'll leave now, Menon. -[Menon hums]

Hmm.

Can I bring food?

Time to have medicine.

After some time.

Madhavi, sit near me.

I have some work in the kitchen.

I'll be back soon.

Hum?

["1985 " from Nirakoottu, sung by KS Chithra plays]

[Menon coughs]

[Menon grunts]

[Menon is restless]

[Menon coughs heavily]

[Menon grunts]

[Menon coughs]

[Song on radio continues]

[Menon falls while coughing]

[Vehicle approaches]

[Songs on radio continues]

[Menon coughing continues]

[Menon groans]

Dad!

Ay-yo! Dad!

Dad!

Dad, what happened?

Dad! Is anyone there?

Get up!

What happened?

Don't touch him!

Where on the earth were you?

I was here only!

What were you doing?

I...just went away.

Don't want to see you here!

Get up!

Dad?

Don't say that! [Madhavi heavily weeping]

Prasad!! Don't want to see you old hag?

Get out from here. I'm warning you.

[Madhavi weeps]

Dad!

-Prasadetta! -Doctor uncle, how is dad?

Prasad, he is a bit critical.

It's too late to bring him here.

He is in a condition where I can't say anything.

Don't keep any hope.

Prasadetta!!

[Anupama sobs]

[Madhavi breaths]

[Madhavi sniffles]

[Sobbing]

Dad!

Let me see him.

-Doctor! -Eh h!

Can I see him?

[Sobbing]

Prasad?

All of you can see him.

Hm.

Come.

This is the surgery case we took.

Give him the medications.

Ah h!

Menon!

I am here.

Menon's Madhavikutty is here.

[Madhavi weeps]

Dad!

Look! who all are here.

Menon?

Ah!

Dad!

Dad!

Menon!

What did you do?

Menon?

Menon, open your eyes.

♪Turning into earth♪

♪Gathering in the soil's embrace,♪

♪Dew drips upon the leaves, mixing with the shimmer of tears♪

♪When the colors bloom and linger♪

♪Waiting patiently for us♪

♪Do we become the stars, or meet again at the shores♪

♪[Humming]♪

♪The little mountain blooms The garlands I wove♪

♪The tiny flowers I gathered to shape the earring too♪

♪In your circling hands, for my hand to join,♪

♪May I rest upon your heart, as I drift to sleep♪

♪With out keeping apart in the distant sky, we shine together as stars♪

♪Even the silence aches, as quiet moments gather ♪

♪Turning into earth♪

♪Gathering in the soil's embrace,♪

♪Dew drips upon the leaves, mixing with the shimmer of tears♪

♪When the colors bloom and linger♪

♪Waiting patiently for us♪

♪Do we become the stars, or meet again at the shores♪

♪Humming♪