Original subtitles

'Common Man'

What are you doing?

Don't do

Give me your number

Come fast

Number

I can't hear what you're saying

Damn it

Tell me your number, damn it

I'll kill you if I get my hands on you

What? What the hell-

What's your problem? What are you trying to do?

On Saturday night, six labourers including a child sleeping on a pavement...

...were mowed down by a car near Guindy

The famous lawyer, Aadhiseshan is going to defend Rahul Diwan, the accused

College student Divya's rape case-

'There's no challenge Ullaganathan can't handle'

I am sure he can't give a peaceful life to my daughter

Always fighting with my daughter So please get them divorce

Why do you ask again?

Sir, you're reading News paper Please listen to me

Madam, please attend the work

Will I get bail at least today?

Your lines look dark and bleak

There's no hope

Take a good look

I have looked at it

The lines on your palms look like the bars in jail

There's no way you'll get bail

- Who's your lawyer? - Sakthi sir

You mean Sakthi? Forget about your bail

He calls him 'Sakthi sir'

What are you saying?

Your stealing is not the problem

That you approached Sakthi is the real problem

Nothing can save you now

You're right

That's enough of working Please have this 'laddu'

- Thank you - Please take some

Take it , bro

There's enough for everyone

I want some too

What's the occasion?

Madam has come

Madam, please have some 'laddu' It's your birthday

Birthdays come every year Let's focus on work

Doctor Kulandhai

Kulandhaiswamy is the most gifted doctor in town

A lot of people are jealous of him

The police and the media have made a big deal out of a non-issue

What are you saying?

His 14 years old son has operated on a pregnant woman

How can that be a non-issue?

That's a blatant lie

The boy was inside the operation theatre...

...but it was the doctor who performed the surgery

Look at the innocent face

The son was adamant about coming into the operation theatre

The father took him inside just to make him happy

That was an operation theatre, not a cinema theatre to take him at his will

It was a mistake

But the boy didn't touch the patient

What do you want?

Please give him bail

He's asking for bail Can I give it to him, Mr. Palani?

No way, madam...

He made his 14 years old son operate a pregnant woman...

...just so that he would create a world record

Take a look at this

The father and son duo seem to be having fun

They've even uploaded this on Facebook

Take a look

Doctor, why have you clicked a picture with your phone?

I couldn't find a camera at that time

They've threatened the girl not to tell anybody

They've also made sure the police do not register the complaint

That is why I've had to file a Public Interest Litigation (PIL)

What if something untoward had happened to her?

Nothing would have happened

Who operated on your husband for his piles problem?

- He is humiliating me - I've performed 150 surgeries

I've had a 50 percent success rate

A 14 years old boy has achieved something great

He should be appreciated We're wasting time arguing about this

People in Africa and the US are calling me after hearing about his feat

Achievers have to cross many hurdles only in our country

We don't let another man progress

At this rate when will India become a superpower?

Are you saying your son performed the surgery?

The doctor has become a little emotional

He's not used to Court proceedings

He's a little confused I'll take care of it

Have you not briefed your client about how he should speak in Court?

Let the police complete their investigation

Please eat before you go This is your favourite dish

Don't worry about anything when you're in jail

I'll take care of the hospital

A patient complained of throat pain yesterday

I performed a tonsils surgery on him

- What are you saying, my dear? - It was a success

My darling!

I am scared

'Have to tell everthing clear-cut'

'But all shouldn't tell in the same way'

We'll get caught if you get nervous

The police will come back They will question you

You have to deny the incident Do you understand?

Just three days and you look dull

I've married you What do you expect?

Don't worry, doctor We'll get bail the next time

This is what you said the last time

I am doing my best

Please tell your husband

- Also, can you pay me my fee? - Fee for this?

I deserve this for entrusting my case with a worthless lawyer like you

The astrologer was right about Sakthi

You're next

Explain this case in detail

Dr. Kulandhaiswamy has made his 14 years old son...

...to perform surgery on a pregnant woman

Palani has turned lucky suddenly

He was scrounging until yesterday

He's turned a big shot after filing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL)

The defence lawyer...

...tried impressing the judge by offering her sweets

It didn't work He couldn't win the case

What is it?

- Where are you? - I am coming

- Why did you ask Sakthi to come? - What's the plan?

It's been three years since Sakthi and I fell in love

We're going to celebrate that

Happy Anniversary

I love you

This is a school Let's go

Start the bike

- Hey, Sakthi! - What is it?

She is your fiancee

Does she get just a rose for your third anniversary?

My boyfriend got me gold ear-rings even for our 6-month anniversary

You won't look great even if you wear gold ear-rings

That's the not case with my girl Just mind your business

There's no point talking to this guy

Wear your helmet

I don't want to wear it My hair will get ruffled

You are a lawyer, yet you don't follow rules

I want to watch a movie, eat at a restaurant and then go home

I've told mother I'll be late

I don't have money to take you out for a movie

If you want, I can take you to a good place to eat

Okay

This is the place

Come

If the stove is inside, that makes it a big restaurant...

...if it is outside, it's a small restaurant

The food is the same, come on

Sakthi, come here

Let's go

Please come Sit down

What's on the menu now?

'Idly', 'dosa', 'oothapam', 'parota', 'thala curry'...

That's a delicacy here Let's have it

I don't want to eat anything

Let's have juice then

Lemon juice for us

- What happened to your case? - One minute

- Where are you? - I'll call you later

They've called out your case number

What happened?

How long should we wait?

Shouldn't we get married at least this year?

Just give it some more time

Only if I win at least one case will I be able to face your father

Father doesn't have hope

I've been at the Court till now

I am doing my best

What more can I do?

Don't get angry

Father may not have hope But I trust you

Do you see this, mother?

Win the case somehow

You're incapable of getting my father bail but you have time to flirt with a babe

I'll break your jaw Mind what you say

Let me see what you do?

Is this how you work hard to win our case?

And you want your fee?

How can you blame me for what your father did?

A lawyer's job is to get the accused out on bail

But you are interested only collecting your fee

We thought you'll argue the case and get the bail

But all you can do is offer sweets to the judge

You shouldn't have performed the surgery in the first place...

...and on the top of it you have the gall to upload the picture on Facebook

I'll do whatever I want

Don't talk too much

That's my wish

Don't bother talking to him

Your family is crazy Get lost

Where are you going?

Your husband is going to be in jail forever

"When she appears, my many emotions she stirs"

"It's time to break those barriers, I come alive"

"As her lips part, her love rains on me"

"I am caught in a swirl, she moves my soul"

"Her beauty is enchanting"

"She takes over your life"

"Unfolds her charm slowly, and awakens you from a trance"

"You are mine, won't you come closer?"

"I didn't mean it, can't I ever be forgiven?"

"Turning me down right away, is it right?"

"I'll become lifeless, that will be my plight"

- See you, mother - Take care

"You are my solace, my soul..."

"Have I lost you?"

"You are my wish, my life's colour, my rainbow..."

Can we start from the beginning?

"Life goes on, the clock is ticking"

"When will you change?"

"Our arguments turn you adamant"

"Must I blame myself for being soft on you?"

"Your glowering eyes have put me back on course"

"Don't give up"

"I'll hold your hand, that'll get me ashore"

"You are my solace, my soul..."

"Have I lost you?"

"You are my wish, my life's colour, my rainbow..."

"Her beauty is enchanting"

"She takes over your life"

"Unfolds her charm slowly, and awakens you from a trance"

"Turning me down right away, is it right?"

"I'll become lifeless, that will be my plight"

"You are my solace, my soul..."

Why this?

It's from my savings

Father has become the public prosecutor

We're having a get-together at home tomorrow

Wear new clothes and buy him a new 'Samsung Galaxy S6'

He likes that phone

Gift him that and impress him

I know how to impress him

Keep this

You have enormous pride

I'll take just Rs 2,000 because you insist

How did I fall in love with you?

I heard Mr. Panchan will become public prosecutor

- But he became public prosecutor - Me too expected the same

But he grease the palms of higher officials and got this post

Hey Sakthi

- Hey, how is it? - Superb

- I bought it - All the best

- How are you? - Congratulations

My elder daughter is engaged to be married to him

Sir, your second daughter's fiance

Congratulations, uncle

Thanks, son

The 'S6' costs Rs 30,000

Priya gave me money to buy an 'S6'

But I am smart

This is made in Korea It has the same features

The 'S6' can accommodate only one 'SIM' card, but this can take four

It's just Rs 2,000

Please tell Priya not to waste money and to be responsible

You normally give sweets You should've stuck to that

He keeps that for the judges

That's not the only thing, can I tell you about his other antics in Court?

- Shut up - Let him say it

I will tell you myself

I appeared for a very important case

The judge had a lot of questions for me

I got worked up and forgot everything

I didn't know what to do

I ran away from there saying I wanted to use the toilet

How is that?

Don't you have brains?

Everyone is laughing at you

You laugh along with them without even realising they're making fun of you

My father doesn't respect you

I thought you will do something to impress him instead this is how you behave

You've got used to humiliation

I don't know what will bring back your pride

I feel terrible

I didn't take this seriously all along because I thought you would mend your ways

Now I know that if I marry you I will lose my self-respect and pride...

...and become like you

You're not fit to be a lawyer

You are unfit for this profession

Where is Sakthi?

Last night he left to uncle Surya's house in Chennai

- To Chennai? - Yes

Why?

He says he will practice only at the High Court from now

See you, dear You get going

I am looking very lean Do something favourable

- Where is the Kothandapani mansion? - I don't know, get lost

Can't you watch where you are going?

Do you know who she is?

We are mourning

Uncle, where are you?

Where are you calling from?

Come

- Uncle - Sakthi, welcome

This is our home

Please come

- Who's this? - A 'case'

Case?

She was here for a divorce case She had nowhere to go

I felt bad for her

I decided to give her a fresh lease of life

- Her name is Vandarkuzhali - That's a nice name

- Will you drink tea? - It's okay

He'll join us for breakfast Get something ready

Have you ever tried the food she makes?

I haven't eaten it myself She eats it all, just look at her

Our family doesn't rate high on self-respect

Why did you pick up a fight and come here?

Anyway, now that you are here, look around the city for a day or two...

...and then get back to Pollachi

I will go back home only after I become a successful lawyer

Don't take him seriously Carry on with your work

- Welcome, Rajendra - Surya

He is the house owner

He is my relative, Sakthi

He is taking your house on rent Give the keys

Here it is

Take a right and you'll find your room

Freshen up and join us for breakfast

Hurry up before the tap runs dry

Hello

Hope he'll pay the rent on time

What's this, uncle?

It's pickle

- Why have you bought this? - I am selling it

This is my part-time business And it's doing well

This is Sakthi, my relative He is from our hometown

Our hometown?

Sit down Have something to eat

Sit down

What is the spelling of 'affidavit'?

Do you spell it with one 'f' or two?

Add a few We can take what we want

Sir, tell me correctly

Affidavit

Who is this dude?

He is Vasu He has enrolled just a week back

He comes from a poor family

Join the gang

He is not the only one from a poor family

Sit down Will you have some tea?

Tea for him please!

- I've not found work since morning - That's the way it will be

There's someone coming

- Do you want bail? - No

Don't worry about the fee

Don't irritating me

"Is Life a lie? Is pain the only answer? No, there is meaning to your Life"

Don't fight I'll solve your problem

"Is Life a lie? Is pain the only answer? No, there is meaning to your Life"

"In the fight to find truth there is fatigue..."

"Be patient and you will find what you seek"

"Won't misery leave me alone? Won't I get my pair of wings..."

"...to soar and reach my dreams? Or is it a waste to dream?"

"The heart sets out on a journey..."

"The respite in the shade is a pleasure Is struggle Life's sole truth?"

'You Can Do It'

"Is Life a lie? Is pain the only answer? No, there is meaning to your Life"

"In the fight to find truth there is fatigue..."

"Be patient and you will find what you seek"

- Can you make way? - Can't you see they are filling water?

"Victory is just a full stop"

"It's failures that keep you going..."

"Pain doesn't spare anyone"

"Look around and you'll notice"

"Won't misery leave me alone? Won't I get my pair of wings..."

"...to soar and reach my dreams? Or is it a waste to dream?"

"The heart sets out on a journey..."

"The respite in the shade is a pleasure Is struggle Life's sole truth?"

"Is Life a lie? Is pain the only answer? No, there is meaning to your Life"

"In the fight to find truth there is fatigue..."

"Be patient and you will find what you seek"

This is all I have now I will give you the rest next month

What's this?

If you do this again, it won't be good for you

I have just Rs 10 Can I give you the rest tomorrow?

It's okay

I am a lawyer too I can handle your case...

No need man

Come here There is a case

Tell me, brother

We caught four terrorists

But when the Commissioner spoke to the media...

...he said we had caught five of them

- He blabbered, did he? - Yes Sakthi

We need five people when we appear in front of the media

Can you act as a terrorist?

I am a lawyer

Don't shout

It's a five minute, masked appearance in front of the media

So?

You'll get Rs 1,000 for it

Here it is

Who are you?

Who are you?

We are terrorists

I am just a dummy Sit down

These are the five terrorists caught by the police

They may wear masks but...

...it is impossible to mask their unpatriotic act

Camera man Senthil with Sabari

The verdict of the sensational case of a speeding car ramming into

...and killing six pavement dwellers is expected today

Defence counsel, the famous Aadhiseshan is expected to be here any moment

This is Jenifer reporting for 'Sky news'

What's the commotion about?

An important case is coming up for hearing today

The lawyer Aadhiseshan is to argue the case

I came to Chennai with the sole aim of joining his team

Come

Good morning, sir

Good morning, sir

Last year Tamil Nadu alone has registered 67, 250 cases of accidents

Which is crazy

I am not sure how many of these people remember these accidents

But for the last six months...

...the media has made it seem like this is the only accident

...that has taken place in the country

The so called Land cruiser hit and run case which involves Rahul Diwan

A boy from an illustrious and well known family in Tamil Nadu...

A kind information your honour

The prosecuting lawyer has not produced any evidence so far

Rahul Diwan's name has been added only two days...

...after filing the First Information Report

It was never proved

That Rahul Diwan was there at the sight of the accident

Never

Did anyone see the accident? No one did

And before I'll forget, your honour

Where is the 'Land Cruiser' that the media has been shouting hoarse about?

Where is the 'Land Cruiser'?

Inspector Selvam's report clearly states...

...that six people have been mowed down by a lorry

My client, Rahul Diwan, is the grandson of noted industrialist Ram Diwan

...chairman of the Diwan Group of Companies

A false accusation foisted on a millionaire makes for sensational news

The media houses gain a lot of publicity

My humble request is, your honour

Sensationalising the case, misrepresenting facts and

...framing my innocent client Rahul Diwan is unfair

Objection, your honour

Rahul Diwan has been accused of running over six people

I object to him being called innocent

Hello!

Even if you claim he killed 600 people, you need to produce evidence

Do you have the evidence now?

Everyone in our country suffers from the problem of 'mass mentality'

That is, if a car runs into a scooter, the man driving the car is considered wrong

Each time there is a collision, the powerful one is considered wrong

It is assumed that the richer man is at fault

But the prosecution should keep this in mind

But the prosecution cannot simply say whatever they please the way...

...they do on a television programme

This is the Court and this is a real case and we need evidence

Based on the evidence that is produced

...only the judge can pronounce the verdict

...and not the media or the people sitting here

Please respect the court

That's all, your honour

Aadhiseshan sir, I am impressed

You still haven't lost your silver touch

Thank you, sir

Does the prosecution lawyer have anything to say?

Your honour!

If you grant me some more time I can put forth some more evidence...

How can you prolong this any further?

The final verdict is pending in 3 crore cases in India

If I don't close this case now, it will drag on for another 10 to 15 years

Even then you will ask for more time saying there is insufficient evidence

- Your honour - Please, sit down

Due to lack of sufficient evidence, the Court pronounces...

Rahul Diwan innocent and orders his release

Oh God! Thank you very much

Sir, congrats

Thank you Mr Aadhiseshan

Congratulation

Sir, super

My name is Sakthi and I am from Pollachi

Five minutes of observing you taught me more than Law College did

You were fabulous

Can I go?

Do call me when you are in Pollachi

Make sure you get the money

I am waiting here

I have no money Please handle him somehow

He will say no

You collect from him I'll get it from you

I wanted to meet you

There is a role for you in an upcoming film

Let's talk about it over tea

The rains have been heavy this month

Water came up to the fifth floor of the building

My house has only two floors

You can see I am trying to handle the situation...let it be

Don't interfere I'll take my rent from him

Won't he speak?

He's struggling to make ends meet

He can't pay you this month

He will surely give it to you next month

If he doesn't pay up, I will pay you his two month's rent

You owe me three month's rent yourself and you want to stand guarantee for him

How will I get my rent?

I am talking to you and you're just walking away

Will you pay my rent or not? This is your last warning

If I don't get my rent this month, see what I'll do

I need money too

- Come...come - You don't mind me

Uncle

I don't want to trouble you any further

I will go back tonight

Don't say that

You can leave tomorrow

Come

- Thank you, Mr Aadhiseshan - Welcome, sir

Rahul is the future of the Diwan family

Yes indeed, cheers for that

It is quite common to make these mistakes at his age

He can't be in jail forever for this

Who doesn't make mistakes?

The government didn't make platforms for people to sleep

- Ravi - Yes dad

- Go and meet Ravi - Yes, sure

Mr Aadhiseshan, your full and final payment

- Thank you - Thank you very much

My father wanted me to settle your account in full today

What's wrong? Any problem?

This is not the final amount we agreed on

I agree

But the case got done and over within six months

That is exactly what I am saying

Your son has been acquitted in six months

Come on Mr Aadhiseshan

Ravi

- Make it 30 lakhs - Okay

Happy?

When you came to me, you said...

...you were willing to spend crores to win the case

And more over

And moreover, this is not just for me I have to share it with many others

I think this is more than enough

You can want more But you can't get greedy

Don't be greedy, Mr Aadhiseshan

- Thank you - No mention

Well, sir

I take leave

- Take care of your health - Thank you

Bye

Don't delay Get everything out

Don't place it on the heroine's picture

What are you doing there? Come here and take a look

You can get a view of the entire city

I can see your underwear from here Sit down

I heard Sakthi is going back to his hometown

He did his best Nothing is working out

He is going back

Do you remember what Sakthi first said when he stepped into Chennai?

What did he say?

You were shocked when he said he wanted to establish himself as a competent lawyer?

I would have pulled his leg even then I spared him because he is your relative

He is smart

He understood reality quickly and arrived at a good decision

Our family is like that

We don't worry about embarrassing ourselves

We are fine with making amends for the mistakes made

A round of drinks for everyone...

Cheers

- Hello - Hello

It's Priya

I know you weren't expecting my call

I thought you will come back to Pollachi

Not bad! You've held your own in Chennai for three months

It makes me happy It's only now that I trust you

I didn't call you or take your calls

I was scared you would come back because you were missing me

I am not angry with you I love you

Why are you quiet? Are you angry with me?

I am not angry I don't know how to say it

What, man?

I'll call you back

All right

'Witness missing- Rahul Diwan Hit and Run case'

Have you gone crazy?

You've filed a PIL for re-investigating Aadhiseshan's 'Land Cruiser' case

This is like walking into a lion's den all alone

Why are you getting worked up? Sit down

You told me you were going back to Pollachi...

...but you've done this now

Do you know how big Aadhiseshan is?

I don't care who he is

Did you read the newspapers today?

They've taken off on this case

I came to Chennai to achieve something big

I don't want to sell pickle like you and become a worthless lawyer

I'll get angry if you say anything about the pickle business

- Uncle - What?

Everyone will support us because we've filed this PIL

The entire media is going to carry our interviews

I'll become a big shot

You have bitten off more than you can chew

You're going to regret this one day

I won't be there to rescue you

Please look at my client, your Honour

I know it is a tedious task!

He burgled a house

He misbehaved with a girl at the bus stand

He snatched a chain from a woman

These kind of charges would seem believable

Are you my lawyer or his?

Just wait and watch my argument

But, looks can be deceptive

My client is a young, upcoming musician in the film industry

Anirudh got his break when my client was unavailable due to health reasons

Hiphop Tamizha found fame when my client was indisposed due to an injury in his hip

A man of hidden talents and great potential That's my client

- Can you come to the point? - I will

The other party has falsely accused my client of copyright infringement

They've obtained a stay order prohibiting the release of a movie he's composed music for

It was my client who composed the original music

I object My client is a '420'...

He agrees...

You damn it

He is spitting inside Court

I meant my client has composed about 420 songs

This song is a hit as well

Last month, my client had planned...

...the audio launch at the Chengalpattu bus stand

Why did he select the Chengalpattu bus stand?

Just for novelty

Instead, the other party launched the audio at the Tindivanam railway track last week

- What is your name? - Google

What?

He's always searching for good music That's why

Can you sing your composition?

This is a good chance Carry on

"One punch on your face will make your nose bleed"

"One kick to make you fall"

That's enough!

Can you sing?

"One punch on your face will make your nose bleed"

That's enough

Case dismissed

- I have a doubt - What is it?

The case details are in the file you are carrying

Why should I carry this bundle?

It is just to impress the judge

We can create the impression we are very busy lawyers

I heard Judge Dhanapal is very strict

You haven't seen me arguing in Court

Just wait and watch

- Sakthi - Yes, your honour

Why have you filed this Public Interest Litigation?

The judge has passed a good judgement

Why are you requesting another enquiry?

Last week, a newspaper carried a detailed article on this case

It seems the police threatened the witnesses and also tampered with the evidence

People who witnessed this accident gave interviews on TV

But they refused to testify in Court

All the big news channels have reported this

It was even debated in one of the talk-shows...

Stop it

What is your name again?

Sakthivel Everyone calls me Sakthi

Where did you study?

In Coimbatore Law College

Were you not taught that media reporting can't be used as evidence?

Stop jabbering

You've made 40 mistakes in this 4-page application

You've spelt 'appeal' as 'apple' and 'prosecution' as 'prostitution'

Are you making a joke of a Public Interest Litigation?

Do you have any substantial evidence?

I will need some more time

Why didn't you gather evidence first?

Why waste our time here?

Sorry, your honour

Present your evidence in the next hearing

Else, this appeal will find its way to the bin

Do you understand?

- Aren't you leaving? - I will...get lost

- Aren't you, Sakthi? - Yes...So?

Aren't you the one who filed the PIL in the Rahul Diwan case?

Yes! Do you also have a problem with that?

I don't have a problem I am happy

I am Vijay Nair from Cochin

I keep coming to Chennai on business

I was here on April 20, the day the accident happened

I witnessed the accident while returning from a late-night movie show

I am the only eyewitness to this accident

You were silent all along Why this sudden concern?

I did all that a passer-by would do at that hour

I informed the police and also registered a complaint

Do you have a copy of the complaint?

The police said that they would call me if necessary

I waited for their call but didn't receive any

Only then did I understand that big shots were involved in this case

Huge payoffs were given to close the case

I was very happy to read about your PIL in the newspapers yesterday

Will you testify in Court?

I will definitely testify

The poor should get justice I am ready to do whatever it takes

In an unexpected move, a PIL has been submitted...

...by Advocate Sakthi to re-investigate

...the 'Hit and Run' case in which six labourers were mowed down by a car

Judge Dhanapal has summoned the witness Vijay Nair for the next hearing

Good morning, sir

Mr Aadhiseshan, I see you more on TV and in newspapers than in person

You are always in Delhi

The Supreme Court takes all your time

Won't you make us happy by coming to the High Court too once in a while?

Not like that, sir

I was just a little tired out

Nice seeing you, sir

Do you know the builders promoting the apartment complex on OMR?

That builder is my brother-in-law

When you step in, it feels like you've stepped into Singapore

Ya, its a wonderful construction

Your Honour!

Are you planning to buy an apartment there?

Yes, I am looking for a small 3-bedroom one

What sir? Why you want 3-bedroom onnly?

You should book a villa

Ramajayam booked one last week

One minute

He can afford it You know that

The rate they quote is very high

I will take care of that bit

Don't worry

My eyewitness, Vijay Nair is here to testify Can you call him please?

Why are you in a hurry?

Won't you be patient?

What's the hurry?

Sorry, sir

Let us discuss this later

The young lawyer seems excited

Go ahead

My eyewitness is here to testify

- Which eyewitness? - I've mentioned that in the affidavit

Who is Vijay Nair?

Me, sir

Come and take your stand here

Go on

What is your name?

Vijay Nair

Your affidavit says you witnessed the accident...

...and that you also saw Rahul Diwan

Yes, I did

- When did the accident happen? - April 20

- What time was it? - About 1:10 to 1:15 am

What were you doing there at that time?

I was returning to the hotel after watching a late-night movie

- Which movie did you watch? - 'I' movie, sir

I've submitted a copy of the police complaint...

...hotel bill and the cinema ticket

Mr Aadhiseshan, do you have anything to say?

Thank you, your honour

Let me be honest I was held up in London at my cousin's wedding

I haven't read the affidavit yet

Can I ask for an adjournment?

Why not? I can grant adjournment

Do you have any objection, Sakthi?

I have no objection But I have a request

Can you issue an order to produce Rahul Diwan in the next hearing?

The eyewitness will be able to identify him and the case can be closed quickly

This is the Court, Mr Sakthi

It is not a concert that will wind up in a few hours

On what basis is he accusing my client?

I will handle everything, Mr Aadhiseshan

Your client must be bored at home Let him visit the Court

Adjournment granted

Do you have anything to say about the order issued to produce Rahul Diwan?

We will respect the court

What if Vijay Nair identifies Rahul Diwan?

Jenifer, if you ask such a silly question He will identify you

You call him a witness

Grow up, lady

Come

Can we consider today's Court proceedings as your first victory?

Definitely

If the eyewitness can identify Rahul Diwan, everything will fall in place

We plan to have a programme about this case on our channel?

Can you visit the studio this evening?

Definitely Will you send a car to pick me up?

Sure

Can we take a picture of you?

Move

What is it, Murthy sir?

This is your place You should work from here from now on

But, why?

You've taken up such an important case

The Press will want to meet you

You should have an office

But, I won't be able to pay rent

Did I ask you for rent?

Just win this case, Ok?

Sit down I will send you tea

Sakthi, you rock!

Do you now understand why I've been pushing you to file a PIL?

Look at all the benefits

If you had given me a hint, I would have set up an office in my van

Why is Murthy sir going out of the way to do all this?

Do you see a photo there?

- Who is it? - That is his daughter

She was raped and murdered by a police official's son

Despite compelling evidence and witnesses to prove the crime

Mr Aadhiseshan misled the Court to dismiss the case

The accused walked free in six months

It was all forgotten

Murthy has been running this shop for the last 15 years

He knows every lawyer here But no one dares to challenge Aadhiseshan

Since you've challenged him, he is extending his support to you

Can you order a cup of tea for me?

First pay the balance of Rs 120

So big insult

A doctor on a TV programme was saying drinking hot tea leads to impotency in men

Priya's sister is getting married

Vandarkuzhali asked me to tell you...

...that there is a bus to Pollachi at 8:00 tonight

We have with us today Advocate Sakthi

...who will be appearing against Mr Aadhiseshan

...in the 'Land Cruiser Hit and Run' case

That's Sakthi on TV

My brother is on TV

Priya, come take a look

Mother, come quickly

Hurry up

We want justice

That's the reason

This case got the judgement

Why have you filed for a re-investigation?

We have two eyewitnesses who haven't testified in Court

Your channel has aired programmes about the case

That support gives me confidence

I will win this case

"Her heart springs open like the lush, blue sky..."

"Blushed cheeks, they tell you she's feeling shy"

"You brush against her and ignite the fire"

"Like a sweet fragrance, she blends in with my breath"

"Like a melody, she seeps into my ears"

"Become one with her and play out a symphony Come on"

"It is twilight and the heart is exuberating"

"When a couple comes together, the town's celebrating"

"It is decorations galore..."

"To celebrate, you need no reason anymore"

"It is the time to celebrate It is time to celebrate love"

Come, all have arrived

Priya, hurry up

"Amidst the crowd, the lovers are restless"

"Amidst the noise, desire taunts"

"Thoughts of you keep me awake and restless"

"Days of yearning to see you have worn her down"

"Now that you're here, on your shoulder she leans on"

"It is twilight and the heart is exuberating"

"When a couple comes together, the town's celebrating"

"It is decorations galore..."

"To celebrate, you need no reason anymore"

"It is the time to celebrate It is time to celebrate love"

"It is the time to celebrate It is time to celebrate love"

Come fast

"It is the time to celebrate It is time to celebrate love"

"It is time to celebrate love"

I don't feel like going back

You carry on I will be there on Wednesday

Really?

Definitely! I want to watch your antics in Court

- Sir, ice cube - No thanks, sir

Here, don't worry

We have plenty of time We can finish everything in a day or two

I can't believe this

What if the eyewitness identifies Rahul in the next hearing?

How can you tell me not to worry?

See Mr Aadhiseshan I'm nervous

Come on

Do you want to know why I am scared this time?

You don't seem confident

No...No Not like that

I am confident

To be honest, this should have been over It got delayed because of him

Then, why don't you do something?

You can't take it so lightly

- What's that fellow's name? - Sakthi

Whatever

Why don't we buy him with money?

Mr Diwan, please

Don't interfere in matters that don't pertain to your domain

Who the hell is that Sakthi?

Who is he?

That's exactly my question

Who is the Sakthi?

Why are we even thinking?

Enough thinking of him

He is nobody

I just have to send a text message and his life will be finished

Then, do it

That's not the issue here

He isn't the problem

It is the eyewitness

The honest, middle-class guy striving to get justice for the poor

Because of his willingness to testify...

...the media is giving it a whole lot of coverage

I just have to handle it

I'll do it

- Where are you? - Have you reached?

I went out on some work

Wait, I'll be there soon

- Ok - Ok

How come you are here now? Is it something important?

Nothing

We haven't spoken for a while

The Court hearing is tomorrow and I am tense

Will we be in trouble if I don't identify Rahul Diwan tomorrow?

What do you mean?

I just want to know

What if I don't identify Rahul Diwan?

It's no mean task to fight against these bigwigs

It is about getting justice for the poor pavement dwellers killed in the accident

Justice for the poor? Are you fighting for justice?

You've used me and made a name for yourself

Forget that I'll come to the point

The Diwan family has struck a deal with me

They've offered Rs 2 crore and you get 10 per cent of it

Whatever I say at Court tomorrow, you have to keep quiet

Deal?

You are unbelievable

You seem to be a big fraud

I thought you were innocent

You are making a big mistake

The Diwan family is worth more than Rs 500 crore

They are paying you a pittance to keep you quiet

Take me to them I will strike a better deal for you

I will get you a payment of at least Rs 5 crore

Let us go

Rs 5 crore?

Yes, Aadhiseshan is panicking because of us

Shall we ask him for five crores?

Yes

You are funny and naive

Aadhiseshan planned all this and you think he is panicking because of you

I did not witness the accident

My movie ticket, hotel bill and the police complaint were all fabricated

I am Aadhiseshan's man

Are you shocked?

Do you think it's easy to become this country's foremost criminal lawyer?

You're just a novice

You can't afford to get confused this quickly

There is a lot more to come

You've become famous with just this case

I heard the cafe owner has given you office space

Listen carefully

Whether you take the money or not...

...I will not identify Rahul Diwan at Court tomorrow

You will lose the case anyway

But you'll get Rs 20 lakh to stay quiet in Court

Deal or no deal?

I will settle for Rs 20 lakh

Good job!

Smart decision

Here is the advance amount of Rs 2 lakh

We will settle the balance after the case is dismissed

Okay?

It was Bengal Govt. this's Mr Mukherjee and the presiding judge was...Krishnan

Mr Aadhiseshan

Here is the Rs 2 crore that you asked for

Please finish the case and get him out of this

Please get him out of this hell once and for all

Mr Diwan, just a minute please

What is it?

This is the final settlement of Rs 30 lakh you paid me

I will take it from you after I win the case

Thank you, Mr Aadhiseshan

Thank you

Avinash, keep it safely

Yes, sir

And you don't get greedy

You are genius, sir

Yes, I'm a genius

I decide what I am worth

If people think I am greedy, I don't care

Because I know what I am

I come all the way to hear you argue in Court tomorrow

But you don't turn up at the bus stand to receive me

You think you can get away with a sad face?

What happened?

I am confused

I have a long way to go

I can't become successful like Aadhiseshan overnight

He is a genius

What do you mean?

All along I thought I was smart

I could get them to fall for my plan and then become a famous lawyer

They shattered my plans in seconds

They struck a deal

I don't know if I've gained or lost or...

...whether there is some gain despite the loss

I don't understand What are you saying?

The case listed for tomorrow has been dismissed today itself

It's a wasted trip for you

Vijay Nair who witnessed the accident was set up by Aadhiseshan

Those involved have struck a deal for Rs 2 crore and have influenced the verdict

Is it all over then?

You think I am that dumb?

I got a kickback of Rs 20 lakh

Here is the advance of Rs 2 lakh

I can now rightfully ask for your hand in marriage

Even if my father agrees, I won't

What do you mean?

Were you just pretending to be a changed man?

Stop screaming You are the reason I came to Chennai

You wanted me to succeed How can I find success here?

They respect only money here

Will you do anything for money?

You haven't earned this money as a lawyer

You've earned this as a broker

Remember that

I don't care How I earned it doesn't matter

Money is valuable

I was not being selfish I did this for our sake

Why have you changed?

In spite of you being penniless, I fell in...

...love with you because you were a good man

But now you've become just like anyone else

You said you wanted to get justice for those poor people

Were you lying?

You seem to think you can buy everything with money

But remember money can't buy respect or happiness

You're the biggest loser in this deal

Think about it and you will understand

He is not the one

Doesn't your affidavit say that you saw Rahul Diwan at the accident site?

Take a good look at him Can't you identify him?

I took a good look This is not him

Do you know how crucial your testimony is in this case?

On what basis did you then accuse Rahul Diwan?

But I can't accuse an innocent man

The photograph in the newspaper made me think it was him

But he looks different in person This is not him

Sakthi, do you wish to state anything?

I have nothing to say

Don't know what's going on

Silence

What your witness is saying favours the accused

Don't you want to say anything?

The case is turning favourable for them

I have nothing to say

I will grant one more hearing

Let's see what will happen

I am very proud of you, Sakthi

Now I can proudly say I am your relative

Give me a hug!

You don't usually make much money with these cases

How did you manage to make Rs 20 lakh?

I thought you were kidding

I am now confident you will become a bigger lawyer than Aadhiseshan

How do you know the details?

News like this spreads faster than a virus

Everyone near the Court premises will hear about it

Do you think I've done the right thing?

Of course! You are brilliant

Everyone is lost for words

Hello, Murthy sir

Watch out! He might ask you for a share

What the hell do you think of yourself?

'You seem to think that you can buy everything with money'

'But remember that money can't buy respect or happiness'

We usually sleep here Can you please make way for us?

The only eyewitness to the 'Land Cruiser Hit and Run...'

...case shockingly testified in favour of the accused

We contacted the eyewitness and his lawyer Sakthi, but they were not available

Social activists believe that huge payoffs seem to have been made and...

...that money might have been the only motive behind this PIL

We can conclude that a rich man's car has more value than a poor man's life

That was special correspondent Jenifer's report on the...

...'Land Cruiser Hit and Run' case

Judge Dhanapal has adjourned the hearing indefinitely

Good morning, Sakthi

You've done great things

Why do you look dull?

You looked like an innocent child in Court yesterday

Aadhiseshan has sent you a gift

Come, take a look

This is for you How is it?

You've joined our team

You don't have to worry anymore

You don't have to live with these beggars any longer

Give me a second

Get lost!

Selvi, come here Why did you go there?

Don't bother about them

Do you know to drive?

Don't you know to drive?

Go ahead and drive

Even if you kill someone, don't worry

We are there for you

Drive with confidence

Are you crazy?

Listen to me

It's a new car

Don't smash it

I will make a call to Mr Aadhiseshan He will handle you

Why are you making a fuss?

You should actually feel elated

You got the opportunity to argue against me at such a young age

You know something

Every time I win a case, the opposing lawyer puts up my picture in his office

They send gifts on occasions

You know, his case was against to me

I had bounced on me and devoured him

Everyone thinks you are a big lawyer just because you argued against me

You very well know your worth

This money is too much for you

That's why you've returned it

Do you want to know what I think?

When someone who loses to you can make it big in this field

How would life be for someone who wins against you?

I haven't started my arguments yet and you are already confused

Imagine your state when I unleash my legal prowess

You are an amateur You can't do a thing

I agree I am an amateur

But, watch out! You will regret your amateurish behaviour

Emotional fool

Just get out

Oh my God!

Intermission

I just can't understand him

He doesn't have sense Why don't you try explaining it to him?

What can I do?

He keeps wavering

I was against the idea of a PIL But he went ahead and filed one

I thought he can't be bribed But he accepted a bribe

Why the hell did he return the money? It would have been useful for us

Have you seen that kind of money in your lifetime?

You don't even have money to buy your breakfast

Rs 20 lakh! I've never seen that kind of money

You'd rather die than have a face- off with Aadhiseshan

Will you be supportive or not?

I am being supportive

I am not the Advocate General

I am a lawyer who sells pickles

That's all I am!

Jenifer is the only one who can help us

How?

The case findings conclude that this is a 'Hit and Run' case with no witnesses

But, we know this isn't the truth That is why I suggest we meet Jenifer

How would Jenifer know?

Jenifer has investigated this case from day one she knows all the cover-up work done

...by Aadhiseshan and the Diwan family in this case

Moreover, Jenifer and Aadhiseshan don't like each other

Why?

Jenifer was the best friend of cafe owner Murthy's daughter who was murdered

She wants to get back at Aadhiseshan

She is angry We have to convince her

Give me a minute

Jenifer, give me a minute

Sorry Vasu I am little busy

Just one minute I just need to

Please don't disturb me

Please listen to me

- I don't want to meet anybody - Please give me a minute

You can do nothing to them

Neither can I

I investigated the case and reported it on TV

I thought the truth would be understood and they would be punished

Instead, they filed a case against our news...

...channel claiming our reports were false

Don't expect anything from me

Sorry

Can you share the case details with us?

Do you want to know the true story?

The police nabbed Rahul Diwan within 30 minutes of the accident

But, one hour later, the same police dropped him home

As soon as Aadhiseshan took up this case, huge payoffs seem to have been made

The police inspector who handled the case was transferred

Marimuthu, the tea-shop owner is related to one of the victims

I have no idea what happened to him and his tea-shop

Among the six who were killed, there was a 2 year old baby

In brief, he closed this just the way he closed my friend Divya's case

Didn't you get even one eyewitness?

When officials accept bribes, what do you think ordinary people will do?

They used their money to silence everyone

But, there are two things that the Court will definitely allow as evidence

The first one is the tea-shop owner, Marimuthu

The second is the video footage taken at the site of the accident

The video footage is with the police now

That footage alone won't be considered as evidence

Mani, the policeman who shot the video has to testify...

...may be

It is an impossible task

I have already tried hard

I know a constable His name is Guruji...

I know the Commissioner!

You are wasting my time

Please leave

Who is Guruji?

Greetings to you

I am just a constable I don't need this kind of respect

Sit down

Very chilly night! Can we begin the auction?

Ok...ok

The post of Assistant Commissioner in T- Nagar is vacant

That's up for auction now

The only difficulty is that the requirement is for an honest police officer

A very difficult requirement

But the request is from the top and I have to obey

The bid starts at Rs 30 lakh

Rs 30 lakh? What is special about that police station?

Sir, that is one of the most important stations in the city

There are four liquor stores in the neighbourhood

You don't have to look out for 'drunken driving' offenders

They will find their way to you

They will offer plenty You just have to fill up your pockets

There are plenty of shops in the neighbourhood

Fruit vendors, flower vendors, road-side eateries...

You will get regular income through them

That is why it's priced this high

The starting bid is Rs 30 lakh

I bid Rs 35 lakh

That is it

Rs 40 lakh...

Rs 45 lakh...

Muthupandi, Guruji said they need an honest officer

Aren't you facing a trial for an 'encounter' incident?

Rs 50 lakh

Here's one more specimen

Stop glaring at me! You came out on bail just six months back

You're yet to be acquitted in the 'Rape' case filed against you

Don't provoke me

We know you act as a pimp for a lot of big shots

Just focus on the bidding

Rs 55 lakh...

Rs 60 lakh...

Rs 65 lakh...

I bid Rs 65 lakh too

It's a tie What should I do?

Do you see that fellow with a potbelly?

Wait and watch how I get the footage from him

- Hello, Guruji! - Hello

How are you?

- Have you brought it? - Yes

Give it to me

That's all?

I asked you for more

I don't run a lucrative business to pay the entire amount

I will pay the balance amount as and when I can

This is Sakthi, my nephew

Hello

He is going to fight his first legal battle

He's relying on you...

- Please - Do one thing

You've paid Rs 1 lakh

I will give you a discount of Rs 1 lakh

Pay the balance in instalments

You speak like a retailer

- I'll take leave - Sir...sir

I assure you that I will pay the balance amount

Are you sure?

Can I have the footage please?

Hand it over to him

He is Constable Mani He shot the video

You note down his phone number

Your honor May I ask what's happening here?

Please

I've already wasted a lot of my time over this

What is the connection between the 'CD' and the case?

I think Mr Aadhiseshan hasn't watched this video carefully

Please rewind it for him

TN 07 BA 6665

This car is registered in the name of Ravi Diwan, Rahul's father

I've submitted this vehicle's insurance papers...

...and registration certificate for your perusal

Turn on the light

Constable Mani who shot this footage on the night of the accident is my witness

May I call him?

I am sorry your honor It is so funny

Youngsters nowadays acquire half-baked knowledge and

get inspired by movies and think they can argue competently in Court

They want to call their witnesses like they are inviting guests to a function

This is the court

Do you know what an 'advance notice' means?

It means to inform in advance

You can't call witnesses at your will

You have to give an 'advance notice' to the Court and to the defence

Only after the Judge summons the witness, can you bring him to Court

I accept my mistake

But, can you please summon my witness?

You can bring your witness in the next hearing

I faced a lot of difficulties in bringing my witness here

Can you please summon my witness?

Don't spoil my day

Sir, please sir

Aadhiseshan is a senior lawyer

Why don't you listen to him?

You have nothing to lose

Rules have been framed to uphold the law

But they are using those rules to hide the truth

Please don't let that happen

What is it?

People like Adhiseshan use loopholes in our legal system to turn 'brokers'

What?

He says you are a 'broker'

I object, your honour

In my entire career, no one has ever dared to speak to me like this

He wants me to respect him?

Let the case proceedings come to an end I will show you who I am

What will you do? Tell me

One tight slap and your whole lineage will lose hearing

Why don't you try?

How dare you both fight in my presence?

I will say what I want

You don't become a big shot just because you speak in English

I'll bash you up

Try hitting me

Why are you both fighting like rowdies?

Tell him to keep quiet, your Honour

I will speak like that

Silence

If you want to fight to arrive at a decision, why don't you do it outside the Court?

There is a way to conduct one's self in Court Don't spoil that decorum

Mr Aadhiseshan, you are a reputed lawyer

Even judges like me come to you to clarify our doubts

How can you behave like this?

Sorry, I got emotional

This won't happen again

- You can leave - Thank you, sir

- I'll take leave too - No, you stay back

In my opinion, you should try acting in movies

What was that dialogue?

One tight slap and your whole lineage will lose hearing

What a dialogue?

This is the Court

How will the general public respect the court...

...if lawyers themselves behave badly?

You've just begun your career Don't earn a bad name

Don't lose your temper when you argue in the Court

I am not a peon I am a lawyer fighting for justice

How can you expect me to stay calm?

This is the best dialogue of them all

In the previous hearing, your witness gave false testimony

What happened to truth and justice then?

Why did you keep quiet?

Was your conscience on a holiday?

Justice may have its eyes shut But Judges can see everything

Sir, I may have been shady in the past

But I am fighting sincerely for this case now

You may not believe me, but this is the truth

I'll leave

This is not a dialogue from any movie

- Is evertything alright, sir? - Yeah

Hello Vasu

Let's meet tomorrow morning at 10

What do you want?

Are you Sakthi?

Yes

Heard you raised your voice a lot in Court

Do you think you've become a 'Hero' just because you were on TV?

Don't you know how to behave with important people?

Don't take on Mr Aadhiseshan

I warn you Be careful

Brother

Will you pass on this message to Aadhiseshan?

Who are you? Why are you fighting at my store?

Don't hit him Leave him

Hurry up, everyone! They are beating up Sakthi

Who are those men? They've beaten him up badly

Let's take him to the hospital

I'll take leave

Constable Mani

Guruji and Constable Mani's phones are switched off

I went looking for them But their houses are locked

What do we do?

What is the point in summoning a witness who doesn't exist?

He brought Vijay Nair as a witness in the last hearing

It was a complete waste of time Now it is Constable Mani

I think he is doing this for the sake of publicity

Do you want to say anything?

That's why I pleaded with you to summon the witness in the last hearing

But you insisted that we follow the rules

The witness who was supposed to come today hasn't turned up

I am sure you know what happened to the witness

If Mr Aadhiseshan truly believed I was only fighting this case...

...for the sake of publicity, why did he send men to attack me?

It doesn't stop there

I get threatening phone calls asking me to withdraw the case

I object, your honour

He accuses me without any evidence

I can actually file a case against him for this

But, I feel sorry for him

He talks too much and I knew he will get into trouble because of that

But jokes apart

I can't allow something like this to happen to someone in my legal fraternity

You have to take stringent measures to prevent such incidents

I know everything Don't pretend to be a good man

Is this how he speaks to a senior lawyer, your Honour?

Don't start your fight again

I agree with Mr Aadhiseshan

You need a bodyguard

I do not require one

Being alive is more important

Stop there

Mr Sakthi, your witness didn't turn up for the hearing today

Do you think you'll win?

I don't know whether I'll win or lose...

But I will fight sincerely till the very end

That's it

A girl is taking her bath and you are trying to peep

Don't you have any sense?

Don't you know to be respectful to girls?

Idiot! You should be whacked

Look you and your face

Did you eat rice or crap?

Don't spare him

We live on the pavements because we have nowhere else to go

If there is no safety here, where can we go?

Did you think we won't have any dignity because we live on the pavement?

Don't spare him

You are already good looking Why did you have to do this to your face?

I am unable to face people because of some of the things I've done

You still have a chance

I am confident that you will win

I am not confident I am scared I might lose

After a tiff, you would tirelessly follow me...

...pester me and ask if we could start again from the beginning

Treat this case the same way Don't let go

Start again

Give me a call whenever you're feeling scared

I'll set it right

- Are you Mr Sakthi? - Yes, who are you?

I am Constable Balaraman

Based on an order passed by Court, I have been appointed as your bodyguard

I've been trying to find your house for the last 30 minutes

I feel weak

Can I have some tea?

Make him a cup of tea

From now on, if you feel scared, you won't need me

He will take care of you

I will bring him some tea

"March forward, march ahead"

"Your courage will be your strength"

"Failure and its pain will chisel you"

"The chisel strikes and the rock chips..."

"But the sculpture sheds no tears..."

"Dark clouds collide and the downpour soaks parched hearts"

"March forward, march ahead"

"Your courage will be your strength"

"Failure and its pain will chisel you"

"A thousand obstacles time may throw at you"

"A thousand delusions may hold you back"

"But march forward March ahead..."

"March forward, march ahead"

"Your courage will be your strength"

"Failure and its pain will chisel you"

Lawyer, sir Come this way

Make way for Sakthi sir

Please carry on sir

"From a distance, even a shallow puddle may look deep..."

"But with fervour when you dive in, even the rough sea will seem favourable"

"Stop blaming Fate, own up..."

"Give God a break and figure out your own life..."

"March forward, march ahead"

"Your courage will be your strength"

"Failure and its pain will chisel you"

March forward, march ahead

"Your courage will be your strength"

"Failure and its pain will chisel you"

The 'Land Cruiser' that we saw in the video...

...footage belongs to my client Rahul Diwan

The 'Land Cruiser' in this footage and the vehicle...

...mentioned in this case has just one connection

Both vehicles were involved in accidents...

but they happened at different sites on the same night...

To prove this, can I call my witness, Mr Nagarajan, Rahul Diwan's driver?

Thank you, your honour

Did you notice one thing?

The lawyer is Aadhiseshan (The five-headed snake) and the witness is Nagarajan (King of snakes)

They are as venomous as snakes

- Don't worry,let's handle it - How?

The judge will charm these snakes

- Sir - Control yourself

Can you narrate what happened on April 20?

I dropped Rahul Diwan at a party and was speeding back

- At what time? - Between midnight 12:30 and 1:00 am

Ok, proceed

It was a new car and the roads were empty

So I was speeding

I lost control at a turning and crashed into the road divider

- What did you do then? - I called Diwan, sir

He yelled at me and told me to inform the police immediately

Note this, your honour

What happened at the police station?

Insurance agents made a video recording of the vehicle

This is the truth about the video footage that we watched

I've submitted the insurance papers and police report as evidence

This video footage is no way connected to the case

But the media and Press have been reporting this...

...non- stop and making a mess of the whole thing

That is the truth, your honor

Thank you

1 minute, your honor

Can I ask a few questions?

I am learning the trade from you

How many years have you been driving?

15 years

Fifteen years! You must be an experienced driver

You were driving an expensive car and the roads were empty

How did you crash it?

I just told you that the roads were empty and I was speeding

Were you driving at a speed of about 60 to 70 kilometres?

That's an imported car It can touch 60 kilometres even in the first gear

Which gear were you driving in?

I was driving at about 150 kilometres in the third gear

- Did you say third gear? - Yes

Your witness is messing it up

Did you coach him or not?

This man is lying

The 'Land Cruiser' is an automatic car It doesn't have gears

But he says he was driving in third gear

The 'Land Cruiser Hit and Run' case has reached a sensational point

It has been proved that the car in the police video footage belongs to Rahul Diwan

It has also become evident that Rahul Diwan's driver has given false testimony

You've dragged the case for so long What will I tell my father?

This lawyer is useless Get another one

I am talking, Rahul

There is no point talking Rahul is right

Paaru, I am talking here Mr Aadhisesha, why couldn't you-

What's the matter?

Finish the job

Or tell me right now that you won't be able to

I know how to get him out

But don't build up our hopes and later betray us

Then...

You'd better be worried about consequences

I don't have any enemies

Do you want to know why?

Because...

Ok, leave it I will tell you later

Take care It is raining outside

What if something untoward happens?

Nothing will happen to me I am taking the bus

You can go tomorrow

My father will be furious

I will get kicked out of my job Are you playing the fool?

I am ready to play

Leave me I am getting late

If you don't drop me at the bus stop I will take an Auto

”Love fever in the soul”

”She feels the anxiety”

Hello

What are you doing?

”Yesterday is no more”

Busy?

What is it, Jenifer?

The tea- shop owner, Marimuthu is in his house

You can meet him if you come immediately

I am there already

I will be there

Sorry, Priya

I have to meet that man first

I'll drop you after that

”Array of stars in my road”

”In my desert...”

”I see the love shadow”

- Why isn't he here yet? - They are here

Marimuthu is not willing to co-operate

Why don't you try talking to him? I will record your conversation

Come

Come, Priya

- Sir, please come out - Who?

What is it?

This is Sakthi and he is fighting your case

Greetings, sir

Please don't mistake me I've come back here after a long time

If anyone comes to know that I have spoken to you...

Don't be afraid We are there for you

You will go away after this I will be in trouble

They are dangerous

Please don't ask me anything I know nothing

How can you say this? They were your people

Sir, I beg you

I know nothing Leave me alone

If I testify, I won't be allowed to lead a peaceful life

Even if you refuse, I will somehow find another witness for this case

It was such a waste of my time

Sakthi, wait Let's talk to him

Won't you listen? Stop recording

What happened?

Jennifer lift her

What happened Sakthi? Get up

That's the lorry

Make note of the registration number

Carry her

”Love enters the soul”

”Wound vanishes...”

”Scream goes silent”

I don't think this was an accident

They will go to any extent to win this case

Forget about the case and go back to Pollachi

- Vasu, do you have any sense? - I was being honest with him

She has just been admitted - But we know what those men can do

I feel sorry for Sakthi

Sakthi, come here

Sit down

Don't be afraid

She'll be perfectly alright

Who is Priya's attender?

Can you buy this injection?

We will find the culprit

Doctor?

How is Priya?

It's an external injury Nothing to worry

She is stable

Let's take an MRI to rule out anything

”Our dreams go single and our visions mingle”

”Our thoughts take the path of eternity”

”Your sparkling kindles my heart”

”Will hold my lifetime to get your glance”

How is Priya?

She is all right

She will be kept under observation for a day and then discharged

I warned you about Aadhiseshan

- Please be careful - I will call you again

Come

I am sorry

You are an outsider

Yet, you are fighting this case for us at the risk of losing your life

I was scared for my life and became a coward

After seeing what happened, I couldn't keep quiet

That's why I'm here

It's not safe to be here any more

You leave for Vandavasi immediately

You take care of Priya I am leaving for Vandavasi

Don't go alone I will come along

Be careful

Wait here I'll be back

Hey! Lawyer!

Nothing seems to stop you

Frisk him

I'll kill you if you touch me

First learn to respect the law

You can't go to Vandavasi now

How do you know...?

Is it Balaraman?

Did you appoint him to spy on me?

He is a joker I wonder how he holds that gun

This is how I hold the gun

Do you know who I am?

I am the Inspector, Special Branch

Put the gun down

I know everything You put your gun down first

I just went out for 5 minutes and in that time you point a gun at Sakthi sir!

We've lost our reputation because of police officers like you

As long as I am around, no one can harm you

Leave now

- Start the car Quick! - What happened?

He has left for Vandavasi

Leave right away Hurry up

Yes, sir Let's go

Where does Kamalakannan from Mela Veethi Street live?

Go down straight and take a right

What?

Get in quick

Get in

My husband is innocent Why are you taking him?

- He didn't do any crime - Get lost I say

Listen to me, sir He didn't do any crime

Now what can I do?

The highly anticipated 'Land Cruiser' case hearing is about to begin

The final verdict on this eight month long case is expected today

The high turnout of the public and media despite the rains has resulted in elaborate...

...security arrangements both inside and outside the Court premises

Will the rich win or will the poor triumph?

We'll know in a short while

Sakthi, you may proceed

Thank you, your honor

I request permission to examine Inspector Selvam, the officer handling this case

I have already submitted the relevant advance notice to the Court

Call him

Inspector Selvam

How are you, Mr Selvam?

I am doing fine

Didn't you investigate this case?

Yes

Were you fair in your investigation?

Absolutely, where's the doubt?

My investigation was honest, fair and thorough

Can you read out the names of the six who were killed in the accident?

Sir

Read it The case is getting interesting

Parthiban

Mariamma

Shanthi

Dhanalakshmi

Pavanu

Kamalakannan

Don't laugh at what I am going to say

Go ahead

These six people come in my dreams every night

They claim you were not fair with this investigation

Just because you didn't find any witness to testify...

...you want to take support from the dead

That's what I am going to do

I am going to call a man you caused to die, to testify in Court

The sixth man who they claim was dead is alive

Inspector Selvam was the man who fabricated a report stating he was dead

Silence...silence

Kamalakannan is the most important witness in this case

You must grant me permission to question him in Court

Hello...hello young man

How many times do I have to tell you?

You cannot bring in a witness without advance notice

I know I should give the mandatory notice

But had I done that, my witness would have been prevented from coming to Court

He started again

This is what happens when an actor turns into a lawyer

This is a Court proceeding

And not some dispute settlement in a village

This is my last chance to reveal the truth

Will you sit down?

Sit down

Don't bore us with your opinions on what is fair and what is true

Sit down before the judge warns you

Sit down I say

Aadhiseshan

Sir

Sorry

All right...

Sakthi, call in your witness

Thank you, your honour

Sir

I have granted permission Let it be

Ask the witness to come

You cannot call the witness at will

You're right But I have granted permission

What more do you want?

The law doesn't allow it

You cannot call in a witness all of a sudden

I know the law too

I am the one granting permission Let it go

But according to the rules of the Supreme Court

This is wrong

How can you grant him this permission?

Excuse me

What did you just say?

How can you grant him this permission?

How can I grant permission?

Yes, sir

Mr Aadhiseshan, this is my Court

And not your club

I am the final authority here

But it is illegal

Mr Aadhiseshan

No, this is illegal

This is contempt of Court

You are not allowing me to complete what I am saying

This is contempt of court

How can it be a contempt of the court, sir?

I am saying it's illegal

How can you say my words could be the contempt of the court?

I object this, sir

Why are you panting?

I only asked you to sit down

Just sit down

I will not sit down

I'm ordering you to sit down

I won't

Sit down

This doesn't end here

I will take it up with the Bar Council

I will make this a big issue

Keep quiet

If you utter another word, I don't know what I will do

Sit down

This has not happened in my 30 years as a lawyer

Shut up

And sit down

Sit down

Get me some tea

Give some tea for him also

Who wants that dirty?

He doesn't want tea

What were you saying, Sakthi?

I was requesting your permission to present Kamalakannan as witness

Call Kamalakannan

Kamalakannan

Sir, what is your name?

Kamalakannan

How are you connected with this case?

I am one of the six people who was wrongly counted as dead after that day's accident

Silence

Can you tell us what happened that night?

My brother's family and I were labourers at the construction site

We usually slept on the pavement on that road

We were to go to our hometown the next morning to plan my sister's wedding

As we had to leave early in the morning, we went to bed after an early meal

We were fast asleep

I heard a loud noise in the middle of the night

It felt like a bomb had exploded right near my head

I woke up with a jolt

I saw a big car had come to a halt on the platform we were sleeping on

When I looked beside me...

I saw my wife and others were under the wheels

Even my 2 year old baby was dead

They were lying in a pool of blood

I didn't understand what was happening

I was confused

Then...!

That's when a fair young man got out of the car

I thought he was going to help us

But that wretched fellow got into the car again and...

When I opened my eyes again, I was at the hospital

Inspector Selvam was there to see me

Do you recall the number of the lorry that caused the accident?

That wasn't a lorry

It was a car

Were you dreaming?

That was not a car It was a lorry

No, it wasn't

I will have to deal with you in my own way

The Inspector took me to a room nearby

Over there

My wife and baby and my brother's family lay dead there

I insisted it was a car

He pointed the gun at me and threatened to kill me

Please spare me...

Spare you?

I will get a lot of money if I kill you

Do you think I have come here to help you?

I have some money with me

Finally, he took the Rs 30,000 I had for my sister's wedding and...

...five sovereigns of gold and asked someone to put me on a bus to Vandavasi

If you call for Rahul Diwan, it will help Kamalakannan identify him

I object, your honor

I would like to cross-examine the witness

Objection over rule

Sir

I'll give you a chance Sit down

Come here, Rahul Diwan

Come up in front

Kamalakannan, take a good look at him and tell me

If he was the one driving that night

Yes, sir

He was the one driving the car that night

Silence

As the case got very interesting, I lost track of time

We'll continue the proceedings after lunch

Your honour

I humbly request you to adjourn the proceedings to another day

I have to go to Delhi for a case I need to argue at the Supreme Court

You go ahead Send one of your junior lawyers here

I cannot adjourn the case The verdict will be given today

I will be back after lunch

Hey

Sir

That man you brought from Vandavasi, how did he come to Court?

He is right here

Call him

Come here, man

Here he is

He is not the one

- Why did you lie? - You can't harm me now

I showed you the wrong guy on purpose

Kamalakannan would have testified in Court by now

Get lost

Hey

Sir

Answer three of my questions

- Is his name correct? - Yes

- Is he from Vandavasi? - Yes

Is he speaking the truth?

Yes

You spared him for a small sum of Rs 30,000?

Damn!

Shut up

Your life is going to be ruined

Save me somehow

I don't want to see your face ever

Get lost

Sir

Sir...sir

Mr Aadhiseshan, you may sum up before I give the verdict

Thank you, your honor

I first wish to thank Mr Sakthi

For filing this Public Interest Litigation

Because of that, the case could be re-investigated revealing new facts and new evidence

Thank you, Sakthi

In spite of substantial evidence, my client Rahul Diwan is still not proven guilty

Before I present my summation

I have to tell you what's worried me for a long time

Just look at every face here

Just look at their faces

I can see restlessness and impatience

That's because even before the verdict...

...they've already made up their mind that Rahul Diwan is guilty

Their desire is to see him put in jail

No one here has the ability to think...

...rationally about what happened that night

What actually happened that night?

A lot of confusions, your honor

The police report states that the accident being disputed was caused by a lorry

But the prosecution lawyer and everyone else claim that...

...the accident was caused by a 'Land Cruiser'

The police report clearly states that there were six victims

But the prosecution claims that it was only five

A man, reportedly dead, suddenly appears as witness and we don't question a thing

Is it a joke?

Your honor

The reason for this is the carelessness of the Police department

And I'm behalf on the honorable court

I strongly recommend the strong punishment to be given to this Inspector Selvam

The Police department is losing its reputation...

...because of Police officers like him

Now I realise why the common man has no trust in the police

They make a mockery of investigation

He should be awarded severe punishment for this

The Police department should realise...

What is the shame they've brought on the department because of their negligence

Emotion society, your honor

Before giving your verdict...

Please consider the nature of the evidence produced

That forms the basis for this case

The first evidence is a careless police report

The second is a witness who has risen from the dead

Two flimsy reasons

Based on such flimsy evidence...

...will the Court be able to give a verdict that my client is guilty?

If such a verdict is given...

I would have to say this is a 'Black day' for...

...the profession that I respect and revere

It's a Black day

Well, your honour

I have something to say

Before that I express my heartfelt condolences to the six people...

...sorry, five people who lost their lives

I have something to say and I say it with a heavy heart

If you sleep on a platform, accidents are inevitable

That is a platform

Not your bed room, damn it

Mind your word

Sorry for the language, your honour

Just my emotion

So your honour

It's all in your hands now

With due respects to you and to your experience

I leave it to your wisdom

And your fair sense of judgement

Thank you, your honour

Silence...silence

Sakthi, your submission

Thank you, your honour

For the first time I accept what Mr Aadhiseshan has said

If you sleep on a platform, accidents are inevitable

I want to ask him just one thing

Actually, I want to ask each one of you here

Including you, your Honour

Who are these pavement dwellers?

Where have they come from?

They don't have a place to live

Neither do they have food, a job nor money

Why do these people leave their hometown and come here to live on platforms...

...and dirty our city?

Have you ever given it a thought?

Do you know who they are?

They are farmers who couldn't pay their debts...

...old people chased out by their family

They are orphans

No one chooses to live on pavements

It maybe all right if they don't get food or water

But the one thing that they can't be denied is Justice

Neither Mr Aadhiseshan, nor your Lordship...

...or this Court can deny this right to Justice

Because it has been granted by the Constitution of India...

When a poor man gets into a legal dispute that is the end of his life

Hearings and adjournments go on and on

The case never comes to an end

We build his hopes and prolong the case

At the end of it, he still does not get justice

Whereas, Rahul Diwan, a rich boy in a drunken state who over speeds...

...and kills five pavement dwellers is considered innocent

Just look at him He pretends to be a good man

Mr Aadhiseshan calls this a joke

I'll tell you what the bigger joke is

This case has been going on for the last eight months

Within which Mr Aadhiseshan has proven that the vehicle that...

...caused the accident was a lorry and not a car

If we give it six more months, he will prove that a train caused the accident

He is quite capable of saying that the...

...witness is Kamal Haasan and not Kamalakannan

Without substantial evidence, you will accept what he is saying

This will be the biggest joke

Mr Aadhiseshan, you said it is not right to sleep on a platform

Is it right to drive a car on the platform?

Don't try teaching me the rules

Sir, there is signage behind you that reads 'Truth will prevail'

Please replace that with 'Justice is for sale'

Sakthi

I apologise

The feeling that the rich can get away with anything by bribing the system...

...is deep-rooted in the common man

Don't get angry Prove that it is not so

Throw this Rahul Diwan in jail

Apart from the accident, he has also attempted murder

Charge him for both

Only then will the common man believe that 'Truth will prevail'

I am not asking you to pity the pavement dwellers

I am only fighting for their right to justice

They are human beings too

Please grant them justice

That's all, your Honour

Silence...silence

Silence

That was superb speech!

Don't you agree, Mr Aadhiseshan? Sakthi's submission was very good

There are two important things to be noted in this case

The Police department hasn't conducted a fair investigation

I hereby order the Tamil Nadu Police to suspend Inspector Selvam...

...and conduct an Inquiry

The next one is that someone has tampered with all the evidence

Mr Aadhiseshan, you have to agree

No, sir

If your client is innocent, you don't have to...

...try so hard to tamper with all the evidence

Everyone knows who caused this accident

But being a Judge I can't give my verdict without substantial evidence

To give a fair verdict, I need substantial evidence

But there was no evidence

I knew who the guilty person was on the very first day of the hearing

But to award a punishment, I need evidence

I was patiently waiting for the evidence

But there was nothing

There were only bundles of paper

But there wasn't a single paper that could be treated as evidence

The witness either won't turn up for the hearing

Or will give a false testimony

I can do nothing about it

The guilty person can walk away scot-free

This is the story till now

But today...

It will be different today

PIL number 48693

The trail, state vs Rahul Diwan

This court finds Rahul Diwan guilty

And sentence him under section 3048

And 307

Of Indian penal code

7 years for hit and run

7 years for attempt of murder

Total 14 years

Silence...silence

Silence

Your honour

This is bizarre

How can you give this as a verdict?

I am sure you know that the Supreme Court will dismiss this case immediately

I will go to the Supreme Court

You can do what you want, go where you wish to

You can go to any Court

Don't stop with the Supreme Court

Go meet the President if you want

You can go anywhere at your convenience

But today, Rahul Diwan goes to jail

You may sit down

The details of the judgement will be forward

The court is adjourned

Congratulations

Sorry, sir

I don't know what I am doing in my excitement

Sakthi, congrats

Sakthi, you won

I'm really very happy, Sakthi

Dad...dad

- Radhul - Mom

'Dedicated to the homeless pavement dwellers'