VELLORE - 2003
-Hey, board him. -Sure, sir.
-Hello, officer! -Buddy!
You've become a rare sight these days.
I was assigned a long escort.
Your RI (Reserve Inspector) is draining you, I reckon.
He's always pissed at me.
Just waiting by the vehicle duty is killing in this Vellore's heat.
How do you guys manage?
Isn't that our duty? We can't complain.
How's work for you?
Here, I'm lurking on the roads like a dog.
-Fine, I'm leaving. -Bye, buddy.
-See you! -Sure, officer.
Start the vehicle.
Buddy!
Move aside.
The heat is killing.
Hey, throw it! Throw it on them!
Throw it!
Cover your faces!
They're throwing chilli water at us.
My eyes are burning. I can't bear it.
Hey, stop! Hey!
-Hey, come on! -Let go of me!
Let go of me, damn it.
-Hey, help me. -Bloody, let go of me.
-Buddy! -Hey, let go of me!
-Hack him down. -Hey, no!
Buddy!
Hack him!
Hey, run away!
Buddy, don't let him get away.
Hey, let go of me. Let go of me, damn it.
Hey!
Hey, hey, hey! Snatch the key from him.
Snatch the key!
-Come on! -Come on, cuff him!
Come on! Hack him!
Run!
Break it! Come on, break it!
Hey, throw it on his face!
Strike hard!
Come on, do it!
Hey, everyone escape!
-Start the vehicle. -Buddy, don't let him get away.
Drive! Keep driving.
Come on, brother. Hurry up! Hop on!
Brother!
Everyone, run!
Fine, step aside.
-Hey! -Sir!
How did the accused's family know about it?
-It's crowded out here. -Sir, this is a different case.
A college student committed suicide.
-Ask them to stand aside. -Sure, sir.
Can't your team work in peace?
-The officers didn't mean to do it. -To hell with them!
RDO is conducting an inquiry, ask your boys to get their story straight.
Okay, sir.
Why are you following me? Go and inform them!
Sure, sir.
Hey, you guys won't let me live in peace?
I don't want your freaking salute!
Are you here to make my life hell in AR (Armed Reserve).
How could you open fire in a public place?
Sir, the accused was trying to escape.
Of course, he'll escape when you're gaping at women.
Now, RDO is conducting an inquiry. Go and answer them.
Hey, where's the another gun?
It's at home, sir.
Did you leave it at home for your wife to make dosas?
Freaking idiots!
Listen closely, I have only 8 months left for my retirement.
During the inquiry, make sure to get all your stories straight.
If you guys get me in trouble by speaking differently...
I won't guarantee your job anymore.
The deceased's name is Paarai Sekar, right?
Yes, ma'am.
Did you note down the identification marks?
I did, sir.
There's a mole near his thigh.
And there's a scar on his chest.
During the inquiry, every man is for himself.
That's the best I can say.
What's your name? And how long have you been in service?
My name is Selvam, sir.
I've been in service for 7 years.
The accused splashed chilly powder on your faces and tried to escape.
You could not catch him, so you shot him.
Am I correct?
Sir, honestly, he did splash chilli powder and tried to escape.
Sir, sounds like you've trained them to keep their stores straight.
Sir, you've mistaken.
When you took the shot...
...how far were you from the accused?
It must be approximately 100 meters.
Sir, can't you catch someone who's just 100 meters ahead of you?
Weren't you trained for it?
We did our best to chase and catch him.
But he hopped into an auto to escape.
We were not trained to run faster than an auto.
Thus, I had to shoot him.
Do you hear yourself? Public place, school zone,
moreover, there's a hospital nearby.
With so much of a crowd around, who gave you the right to open fire?
Armed officers sent on long-distance escorts...
when encountering an escape plan endangering the lives of the officers
are not obligated to chase down and catch the accused, madam.
That's why I shot him.
I don't sense fear or remorse from you for killing someone.
You have committed a murder and are strongly justifying it.
Why shouldn't I take action against you?
Please feel free to take any action.
It's been 7 years since I was assigned to this AR.
During these 7 years, 16 accused have escaped.
In all 16 cases,
the Police remanded the officers, and they were sent to jail.
We're remanded when the accused escapes from our custody.
And when we shoot out, we're called for an inquiry.
What are we supposed to do?
Don't try to create sympathy.
What would you have done if the public were harmed?
I'm a good shooter, madam.
I'm from the firing team in AR.
I was confident that I would only get him, not others, and I took the shot.
So you planned and shot him.
I don't feel the same, sir.
He tried to escape, I shot him, and he died.
The deceased is not a good person.
He was facing nine murder charges and two rape cases.
There's a court to punish him.
Just because you are armed, would you shoot anyone?
The Police Manual states that we can shoot if our safety is at risk.
This Khakee uniform gives us the authority to do so.
Do you peg yourself as a big shot?
What did I tell you?
I asked you three to keep your stories straight.
But you cited the Police Manual and said you will shoot if the accused escapes.
Consider yourself to be the Cinema Police?
Listen closely...
Police duty is like a wedding chain tied to the knee.
In your case, it's tied to a peg leg, it might come loose at any time.
-Hey, SI! -Sir!
Inform the prison and assign him a runner at flight risk, and end his career.
I wonder why he was assigned to AR.
Dismiss them all.
Roll Call: Dismiss
Guns are meant to be fired, right?
Attention!
None of you will make it.
You all will be ruined!
The accused escaped, so I thought we were done
and were going to the prison.
There, our man came blazing with a gun.
One shot, and the accused fell.
That was a brilliant shot, and everyone was shocked.
It's not what you think. The situation called for it.
It's not as if I have a personal enmity with him.
Why didn't you shoot below the knee?
You're sounding just like the people from the inquiry.
Marri!
-Marri? -I'm listening. Go ahead.
What do you want me to say?
AR has changed you a lot.
It's been seven years.
So, the reality is out.
Already, one guy escaped citing family as a reason.
I went through hell getting out of that problem.
His men were attacking us with knives to escape.
Had they got us one of us would've died.
That's why I shot him.
Buddy, the boys are waiting for you.
I'm coming. Leave from here.
I wonder what they speak about...
-Where are you? -Erm...
The boys invited me over, so I came.
Are you done with your shift? Shall I come and pick you up?
I can find my way home. You hang up!
Buddy, the RI is damn pissed at you three guys.
If you mess up something, he'll screw you royally.
Drunkard! Why are you smoking in my face?
Aren't you smoking too? Get on with it!
-I ought to! -How dare you?
Hey, Pandi!
-Hey, don't do it. -What's the problem?
Sir, he was smoking in my face?
When I objected, he was being sarcastic?
Back off, dude. They're the Police.
Sir, sorry. I made a mistake.
Hey, Pandi!
Sit down.
-Dude, why are you getting worked up? -Sit down.
This has become a habit of you.
You keep pulling fights.
It was he who disrespected the Police.
How did they figure we were the Police?
Talking nonsense.
So, I reckon my sister would've showered you with praises.
Praises, my foot. I'll know only when I get home.
♪ My heart keeps calling you out ♪
♪ Longing to hug you ♪
♪ My heart keeps calling you out ♪
♪ Longing to hug you ♪
♪ Your anger is turning the sky into red ♪
♪ Oh, my Red Moon, forgive me! ♪
♪ My heart keeps calling you out ♪
-♪ The moving stars of my night ♪ -Thaenkani, come here.
♪ Have changed themselves as your name ♪
♪ My heart keeps calling you out ♪
-♪ How will my earth revolve without you? ♪ -Hey, Kathir, here you go.
-♪ Without its tail, ♪ -Thaenkani!
♪ Where will the kite fly? ♪
♪ How many times should I ask For your forgiveness? ♪
♪ What does your silence mean? ♪
♪ My heart keeps calling you out ♪
♪ Longing to hug you ♪
♪ My heart keeps calling you out ♪
♪ Longing to hug you ♪
♪ Your anger is turning the sky into red ♪
♪ Oh, my Red Moon, forgive me! ♪
-♪ The moving stars of my night ♪ -Selvam!
-♪ Have changed themselves as your name ♪ -Sir has summoned you.
♪ How long will you be angry? ♪
♪ Does the shore get angry When the waves hit the shore? ♪
♪ Why don't you punish me The angry one? ♪
♪ I am wandering about Like a lone elephant ♪
♪ Please do not kill me With your reprimanding eyes ♪
♪ Please end the war ♪
♪ Let me know your verdict Do not keep postponing ♪
-♪ Guide me along the path to change ♪ -Sorry!
♪ How many times should I ask For your forgiveness? ♪
♪ What does your silence mean? ♪
♪ My heart keeps calling you out ♪
♪ Longing to hug you ♪
♪ My heart keeps calling you out ♪
♪ Longing to hug you ♪
♪ My anger has faded Because of your love for me ♪
♪ Please forgive me, my love ♪
♪ The moving stars of my night Have changed themselves... ♪
♪ ...as your name ♪
Sir!
How's the enquiry coming along?
-It's going on, sir. -Watch out for the RI.
-Drive. -Sir!
Morning, officer!
Hey, why do you have a long face?
My mom is not well.
Why don't you apply for leave and go home?
I did request leave.
But he's asking me to finish an escort duty and then leave.
I don't know what to do.
How could AR not approve leave for medical emergencies?
What else would they approve for?
-Let's question them. -Dude, please wait.
Hey, Dude!
-Give me your passport. -Sir.
Sir, his mother is not well.
Yet you're sending him on escort duty.
Whose mother is not well?
-His mother, sir. -Sir!
Move aside.
I've already informed him.
It's just one escort. Finish it and leave.
Until then, God will take good care of your mother.
Go!
Sir, I thought you would approve the leave for him.
But you're being sarcastic with your statement.
Approve the leave, sir!
Is it? Why don't you assign duties instead of me?
If there's room for leave, approve it for everyone.
Let the officers be happy at your grace.
Approving leave for him to visit his ill mother won't fetch me a medal.
As it is, we're short-staffed at the Vellore AR.
You're done with your shift, right?
Isn't it your rest time?
Why don't you cover his duty?
Sure, sir, I'll cover for him.
Issue a leave passport for him.
-Where are you from? -Kanyakumari, sir.
I won't issue a passport.
Go straight to see your mother and return.
Now leave!
Sir, how can he go to Kanyakumari without a passport?
If he runs into trouble, he can't be rushing back here?
Please issue one, sir.
Come here.
Take it.
You apply for a medical leave for 10-15 days and return leisurely.
Sure thing!
Greetings, officer! Have you been assigned an escort duty?
-Long escort! -Long escort, you say?
Shall we join you?
It's fun to work with you.
-Here, give your names to the SI. -Okay, sir.
In the evening, meet me at the prison.
Hey, before someone else signs up for it, let's do it.
-Sir. -The order.
It's time for hauling the flag. Please wait.
Sure!
National Salute! Present Arms!
Long escort, please assemble near the gate.
Sivagangai Court.
-Which Court? -Sivagangai!
Take him.
-Theerthamalai. -Sir.
-Father's name. -Arunachalam.
Thirunelveli Court.
-Sabareesan. -Sir.
-Father's name. -Palaniappan.
Paramakudi Court.
-Abdul Rauf. -Sir!
-Father's name. -Yasin.
Sivagangai Court.
-Prakasam! -Sir.
-Father's name. -Chellapandi.
Here, check him.
Why are you glaring at me?
Take him away.
Boy, trying to be tough, is it?
Open your mouth.
-Give me your bag. -Open it wide.
Why are you squirming?
Are you hiding something?
No, brother.
Brother? You don't know how to address someone as "sir"?
I know, sir.
Hey, where did you hide the money?
I don't have money.
No money, you say?
What would you eat for dinner if you have no money?
Otherwise, your father will pay for it?
You must always bring money.
Or else pack food from the prison.
Useless fellow!
I don't want food. I'll starve.
To hell with you. You and your attitude.
I don't want food, sir.
I'll break your freaking jaw.
Until we return, you should speak no other word.
Still, if you speak, I'll rip your mouth.
-Hey, what's happening? -Sir.
Sir, he did not bring any money with him.
We can't starve him through the journey.
Bring him.
Let's go!
-Stop here. -Stop right here.
Hey, step out.
-Hey, pay the auto driver. -Sure, sir.
Pandi, pay the auto driver.
[bus conductor announcing]
Hey, why don't we go via Villupuram?
Sir, there's a direct bus to Trichy.
If we could wait for half an hour, we could get a bus to that route.
Fine, then let's eat. We'll have enough time.
Let's go!
Okay, officer, you carry on with the dinner...
Meanwhile, we'll go to the shop.
Where are you going?
There's a shop nearby.
We'll be back soon.
What kind of habit is this?
Do you usually drink during your long escorts?
Officer! We come with you to have some fun.
If I have a peg, it'll be perfect.
Hey, how could you be wearing the uniform?
I have civil clothes, sir.
There's a fast-food centre outside. Please have your food.
We'll be back in no time.
First, you hand me your gun.
Come with me.
-Let's go. -Hurry up!
Sit down.
Welcome, sir. What would you like to have?
-One chicken briyani. -Sure, sir.
-Hey! -Sir.
Do you want to eat?
I'll pay!
Sir, may I have a cup of tea?
Here you go!
-Shall we go? -Sure, sir.
-Bring him. -Hey, get up.
-Pay the bill. -Sure, sir.
Come.
-Hey, Muruga! -Sir!
You're staggering, man.
I'm steady, sir.
Hey, let's go.
Hey, stop swaying. Sir thinks I'm drunk.
Look, the bus is empty.
Climb up.
-Hello, sir. -Hello!
Who is yet to buy a ticket?
-One Senji, please. -I've been yelling for a while now.
Please give me exact change.
Hey, what is it?
Sit down.
Sir... Sir, I'll take care of him.
Give me the leading chain.
Hold this.
Show me your hand.
-Hey! -Sir.
-Give me the key. -Hey, give him the key.
Hey, why aren't you sleeping?
Sir, I usually don't sleep when I travel with the Police.
I like to feel the breeze on my face.
So, I've been enjoying the ride.
Enjoying the ride?
You should not be awake. Go to sleep.
Get in!
-This way. -Quickly board the bus.
Drive!
Why are you still awake?
Sir, I'm not sleepy.
How long have you been in prison?
For five years.
Why didn't you apply for bail?
I have no one, sir. I'm an orphan.
I have no one to bail me out.
So, you've been telling the same story to all the escort police officers.
Sir, I'm telling the truth.
-Sir! -What is it?
Could you please do me a favour?
What do you want?
Please don't handcuff me while taking me to court tomorrow.
So that you can escape?
I won't do anything like that, sir.
Listen, if you commit a murder, you will be handcuffed...
and drag through the streets.
You should have thought about it before committing a murder.
Shut up and sleep.
I'm feeling sleepy. Do you understand?
SIVAGANGAI - 1997
Brother, please give me a juice.
Your brother is no where to be seen. Is he back from the hostel?
Not yet.
-When is he back? -He will be back on Saturday.
Here you go.
When he's back ask him to come see me.
-What do you want, sister? -Give me some gripe water.
-Abdul. -Yea, mom.
In the evening, when you go to the market...
...please replace the glass on Dad's picture frame.
Didn't I recently change it?
How did it break?
He was eager to come out of the picture to meet me.
And he tripped and fell.
Here you go.
You're being too cheeky lately.
You're speaking nonsense in front of strangers.
Watch the store for me.
-Mom! -What is it?
Come here.
I've told you a million times not to keep the fritters over here.
But you never listen to me.
I've told you a million times too to bring me rat poison.
But you never listen-- Put that down.
It's your Dad's favourite.
Why don't you feed him?
If I pass away what would you do for food?
Stop talking nonsense.
[Aranmanai Kili film playing on TV]
Mother! Mother!
Move aside!
My dear, mother. You've abandoned me.
-Please wake up. -Hey, let go of her.
You didn't bother to take care of her.
-Stop crying crocodile tears. -Get lost from here.
Only after her death you'd care for you mother is it?
Why are you disrespecting the old lady?
I'm talking to you. Bloody drunkard.
-You don't know how much I love you. -Fine, now scoot!
-Hey, take him away. -Some loving son, you are.
Get lost from here.
Don't do something stupid. Get lost!
Please have some tea.
Sister-in-law.
Hey!
Wake up!
Here, have some tea.
-This movie is depressing. -You're right! It's boring!
Ask him to play Ajith's movie.
Hey, tell him.
Hey, play the Ajith's movie.
I can't! A movie is already on.
I don't know. Change it!
Abdul, the picture is not clear.
Check what's wrong.
Granny, the cassette is stuck I'll change to another movie.
Sure, play a good movie.
[Ajith's film playing on TV]
I don't like this movie. I'm leaving.
♪ Like a firefly You're enticing me ♪
♪ Your shine makes me dizzy ♪
♪ I am unable to take my eyes off When you smile ♪
♪ In the rainforest like nest of mine ♪
♪ You arrive as a drizzle ♪
♪ In the tiled house of mine ♪
♪ You drew a rainbow ♪
♪ Your sight thrills me And I turn fragrant like a flower ♪
♪ And fly like a ball ♪
Why are you using women's soap?
♪ Your presence stops me from working ♪
♪ My nights are sleepless ♪
♪ When you speak ♪
Give me a pack of fryums.
Are you still eating these fryums?
♪ Your shine makes me dizzy ♪
Hey, stop!
Give it back.
You didn't pay for this.
My mother will pay you.
You can have it once you mother pays.
Hey, Abdul, give it back to her.
I said, give it back.
♪ When I stand near you ♪
♪ My breath turns into wings ♪
♪ ...and I keep swinging ♪
♪ Her love Smells like Jasmine ♪
♪ The heart captures the scent And the body tickles ♪
♪ I am enraptured I am pulled towards you ♪
♪ You are so truthful Inside out ♪
♪ Your presence stops me from working ♪
-Mom! -Yeah.
♪ When you speak ♪
Hey, if you cover it, how will your father eat it?
If you come back to me, nagging to change the glass 'cause the rat nicked it off.
I'll get mad!
♪ I will keep you in the moon ♪
♪ I will make a pit and wait ♪
♪ For you to come I can never forget you ♪
♪ I have lots and lots To talk to you ♪
♪ You are enough ♪
♪ For me to lead my whole life ♪
♪ Hey, if I stop, you walk And you pretend just as ♪
♪ You set me on fire ♪
♪ Your presence stops me from working ♪
♪ My nights are sleepless ♪
♪ When you speak ♪
♪ Like a firefly You're enticing me ♪
♪ Your shine makes me dizzy ♪
♪ Your presence stops me from working ♪
♪ My nights are sleepless ♪
♪ When you speak ♪
-Abdul! -Brother!
Buddy, the boy has arrived.
-Did you bring everything? -Yes, I did.
-Hey, Buddy... -Set it up inside.
-Quickly bring me the meat. -Okay, Brother.
Patience! It takes time for the meat to cook.
Here, eat and let me know how it is.
Look, he ate half of it pretending to taste it.
Hey, what are you going to play?
I brought all the new movies.
Is it an English or a Malayalam movie?
Brother!
-I have Arunachalam. -Arunachalam?
How about Baasha?
This boy, I say!
Didn't you inform his Boss?
Sorry, Buddy, I forgot to inform him.
Hey, Abdul, play us that movie.
Which movie?
This boy is pissing me off.
Hey, bring us the wedding movie.
Whose wedding movie?
Is he kidding?
The stuff they do after the wedding...
"That stuff" Play us that kind of movie.
Buddy, pass me the snacks.
Brother, we don't carry that kind of movie.
Stop talking back and ask your Boss.
He will hand it to you. Go!
Quickly bring it.
Why are you still standing here?
If you don't bring us that movie...
My buddy here is a lawyer.
We'll ask him to report inappropriate movie exhibitions to kids,
leading to your and your boss's arrest.
Go! Run and bring us the movie.
Brother, it does not seem right to me.
I'm leaving. Please talk to my Boss.
Does not seem right?
-I ought to! -Buddy, calm down.
-Step aside. -Wait, dude.
I'm talking to you, and you're walking away.
What the hell are you doing? Let it go!
Do you really think you can just leave from here?
-Hey, hold him back. -How dare you glare at me?
Hey, let it go!
-After all, he's from our village. -You mean, him?
His father came here to make a living.
He hitched a woman from Kerala and settled down here.
Brother, don't you dare speak ill of my father?
-Hey, let go of me. -Please wait.
What will you do? I dare you, damn it!
-Let go of me. -Stop fighting a young boy.
How dare you speak up to me?
I told you to leave!
Hey, bring it on, boy!
Hey, you go back inside. And you please leave from here.
You can take the TV tomorrow. First, leave from here.
-I will tear you apart! -Start the bike.
Hey, take him inside the house.
Why didn't you hit him back?
God gave you hands, right?
Your mother didn't raise you so that losers can beat you.
Answer me!
The leftover properties are pricking your eyes, aren't they?
You're determined to destroy it with your drinking habit.
Hey, why are you creating a scene now?
I'm not asking it blow away drinking.
If we have some money in hand...
...we could consult better doctors.
That's why I need it.
To hell with you!
Why the hell do I need a better doctor?
I've consulted enough doctors.
You must consult a doctor.
Then we'll know who's impotent.
Are you calling me impotent?
You're going overboard.
You're not the only one who's under scrutiny.
They keep scrutinizing me too.
Who should I turn to when I need a crying shoulder?
It doesn't bother you.
You drink every day.
And watch raunchy movies with losers.
Then you come to me hot and heavy to just peck twice.
That's not enough to make a baby.
-I blame my mother for everything. -Bloody woman!
How dare you talk down to me?
-Let go of me. -You think so low of me, do you?
This drunkard is back at his antics.
Is this what you tell people about me?
Stay here. I'll be back.
Bloody woman!
Hey!
You can't have a baby, you bloody barren woman.
Yet you call me impotent!
I ought to!
I'm going to kill and bury you.
Sister! Hey!
Hey, let go of me!
Hey, hey, hey!
Hey! Get off me!
Hey, get off me!
Hey, let go of me!
-Bloody women! -Let go, damn it!
I'm going to bury both the sisters in the same grave.
-Mother! -How dare you beat me?
Bloody girl, how dare you beat me?
Brother, let go of them. What are you doing?
Get away from here.
-Let go of them. -I won't spare you.
I said let go of them.
How dare you raise your hand against women?
Abdul.
Bloody nobody!
How dare you come to my house and beat me?
-Hey, stop it. -Where are you going?
Let go of her!
-Hey, shut up. -Let go of her.
-Hey, what now? -Let go of them.
Get out!
Who's he to interfere in my family matters?
First, chase him out of the house.
Hey!
Oh, no, Abdul!
Abdul! Abdul!
-Sister. -What is it?
Your son was beaten up at Perumal's house.
Please go and check.
Why did they beat him up?
I don't know. Hurry up, go and check.
Hey, Abdul, what happened?
I heard Perumal's son-in-law beat you up.
-Nothing like that happened. -Don't lie.
-There's nothing wrong. -You say, but you're bleeding.
-Mom... -Why did he beat you?
Mom, it's nothing.
Tell me!
-It's nothing. Let's go. -You won't say, is it?
-I'll ask myself. Let's go. -Mom!
-Mom! Mom, let's not go. -Shut up and come with me.
Mom, why are you turning it into a big fight?
I'm not turning it into anything.
Come on!
-Mom, don't-- -They think no one will question them.
Mom, please don't create a scene.
Mom, mom!
-Mom, please stop. -I'll handle it!
Please hear me out. There's nothing to worry about.
Hey, Perumal!
Why the hell did your son-in-law beat up my son?
Listen, he must've hit him by mistake 'cause he's drunk.
You please take your son and leave.
Are you kidding?
Just because he's drunk,
would he get confused between his mother and his wife?
What the hell?
Bloody wretched woman!
-Hey, hold him down. -How dare you speak ill of my family?
-I'm going to... -Calm down!
-Calm down. -Bring it on!
-Have you lost it? -Listen, woman...
-Don't create a ruckus. -Stop embarrassing our family.
She's disrespecting our family, damn it.
Bloody low life.
I'll tear you apart if you dare swear at me.
-Bloody imbecile. -Sister, talk to me.
Why are you unnecessarily calling names?
I've been yelling at you to take him away.
What was unnecessary?
He broke my son's skull in rage.
Mom, please let's go from here.
If he's drunk, ask him to fight with men of his age.
-Bloody impotent! -Freaking wretched woman!
Who are you calling an impotent?
Do you want to see?
Here, take a look. Take a look!
Come on, take a peek.
-Hey! -Pull him away.
Hey, get off of him.
Step aside, woman.
Take him away. Take him away.
Hey, let go of me. Let go of me!
Hey, they're back at it.
Hey, pull them apart.
Hey, let go of him.
Pull him away.
Let go of my son!
Lift him. How dare you?
-Bring it on! -Damn it, let it go.
I'll freaking kill you!
-Calm down. -Bring it on!
Please take him inside the house.
-Let's go. -Let go of him.
Bloody petty boy! You own one dingy house...
...yet you're fighting with me.
-Shut up. -Come with me.
Wait and watch, I'll burn you both, mother and son, alive.
-Sister, let go of me. -Please listen to me.
I dare you to do it!
I'm going to do it!
Why the hell did you go to his house?
Hey, let go of me. Let go of me.
What brings you out so late at night?
Please forgive me, Abdul.
It's because of me you're in so much trouble.
Please leave now. We'll talk about it later.
Please listen to me, Kalai.
-Hey, Kalai, please understand. -Why are you chasing me away?
If someone sees us together, it'll become an issue.
-We'll talk later... -I want to talk to you for a while.
Okay.
Why are you not talking to me?
Please say something.
I'm scared, Kalai.
I don't think it will work out.
What won't work out?
Why did you let go of my hand?
I will kill you!
Everything will work out.
If you're scared, let's do one thing.
Let's elope from the village.
We'll go far away and live our lives.
Kalai, have you lost it?
The entire village belongs to your faith.
I can't do anything about it.
You know what would happen if they knew about our relationship.
What's the worst that they could do?
They'll kill us. That's it!
Let them kill us. I'm ready to die.
I thought you were educated.
We didn't fall in love to die.
We must live, Kalai.
My mother is dependent on me.
Please forgive me, Kalai.
So, you never considered my feelings, Abdul.
I'm saying this because I thought this through.
An incident like this opened my eyes to reality.
What reality are you talking about?
Abandoning after facing an issue is your reality?
You must hold on to it until the end.
If I leave you...
...would you be happy?
Get up, Kalai.
First, please go back to your house.
Go, Kalai.
Please don't leave me.
Please don't leave me behind, Abdul.
The bus will halt for ten minutes.
Meanwhile, you can have your refreshments.
Also, you may use the restrooms. The bus won't stop after this.
Hey, Pandi.
-Hey! -Sir.
-Step out. -Okay, sir.
Hey, step out.
-Pandi. -Sir.
-Would you like to have tea? -No, sir.
Sir, my stomach is upset. I want to use the toilet.
What did you eat to upset your stomach?
-Muruga, take him to the toilet. -Okay, sir.
Brother, one cup of tea.
Pandi!
Did you stuff yourself at the prison because you don't have money?
Be quick with your business.
Don't take too much time. Understand?
Muruga...
Hey, get away from here.
Hey, don't latch it from inside.
Two cups of tea with extra sugar.
-Is he still inside? -Yes.
Abdul, if you get an opportunity...
...escape and take that girl with you to North India.
If you don't, then you'll rot in here and die.
I feel sorry for that girl.
How long is she going to sneak out to meet you?
I've told you enough. The rest is up to you.
-Hey! -Sir!
Still?
-Ask him to come out. -Okay, sir.
Hey, call him out.
Hey, how long would you take? Come out.
Idiotic moron!
Were you hatching eggs inside?
-Didn't ask you not to latch? -Let's go.
It's two rupees.
Hey, take him inside. I'll follow!
Hurry up before Sir gets back.
Hey, climb.
Go!
Hey, why can't you use the toilet?
What the hell? You go there, damn it.
-I ought to! -How dare you hit me?
How dare you? Beat him!
Hey, hold him down.
You don't know who you're messing with.
-Bloody! -Hit him! Hit him!
Damn it!
Hold him! Lock him down!
Hey, Pandi!
Move!
You don't know who you're messing with.
Hold him! Damn it!
-Punch him in the face. -Step aside.
-Hey! -Thrash him!
-Hey, let go of him. -Who the hell is this guy?
Pandi, who are these guys?
Hey, who the hell are you?
How dare you beat up the Police?
Pandi, instead of duty, what are you doing here?
Hey, where's the accused?
Sir...
He's inside the bus.
Inside the bus?
How could you freaking leave him alone?
Go!
Brother, where is the bus that was parked here?
-The Trichy bus left. -Left! Oh, no!
-Where's the bus? -Sir, the bus left.
Bus left--
Did you handcuff him?
I think I handcuffed him.
You think, you say!
Where's your gun?
Sir, I left my gun inside the bus.
I left it inside the bus, sir.
Brother, please drive faster.
Hey! Is that the same bus?
Yes, sir.
Brother, catch up to that bus.
Drive faster and overtake that bus.
Honk and ask him to slow the bus down.
Pull over the bus.
Everything happened so quickly before I left the restroom.
He escaped with a duty rifle. I don't know what to do.
-He got down way before. -Damn, he escaped with the duty guns?
RI is as it is, damn pissed at you.
If he comes to know about this, he'll rip you three off your careers.
First, you go to the nearby Police station and file a complaint.
You're already in trouble with the inquiry. You don't need this now.
-What's the commotion about? -Hold on. I'll call you back.
-I'll call you back. -Sir, mind your words!
-Then, you'll have to face consequences. -What consequences?
Damn it, 'cause of you, the accused escaped.
You're talking like a moron. I'll bash your face, damn it!
Hey! Let it go!
It's all because of you!
You've forgotten that you're on an escort duty.
You've been pulling fights everywhere we go.
Now look where it has gotten us.
He escaped with the gun.
If we don't find him, we three will be thrown in prison.
Why do you always cause trouble?
Everyone, please get back inside. Please get in!
Hey!
Stop!
Hurry up!
-Sir! -Sir!
-What is it? -Sir, will explain.
Sir, were from Vellore AR Police.
We were on a long escort duty.
-The accused escaped from us. -Hey, Muruga, he's right here!
-Hey, no! -Pandi, no!
-It's 'cause of him we're in trouble. -Hey, let go of him.
Hey, what the hell are you doing?
Sir, he made us look for him all night.
-Can't you be in control? -Shut up!
-Hey! -Huh!
Who the hell are you to cause a ruckus in my Police station?
They're bashing an accused in custody. What the hell were you guys doing?
What is it? I freaking ought to!
Get out!
You too!
Get out!
Hey, why did you beat him up?
Talk, damn it!
Sir, we're from Vellore AR Police.
We were taking him to the Court.
On our way, he found an opportunity and escaped.
Bloody brainless idiots!
You lost an accused with the guns.
Yet you're saying he escaped!
What the hell were you guys doing when he was escaping?
Sir, on our way, we ran into a small problem.
-Meanwhile, he... -Hey, are you drunk?
Aren't you drunk?
-Are you drunk, too? -No, sir.
It's clearly shows on your freaking faces!
First, I should be remanding you three. Sit down!
-Isn't your RI, Arunachalam? -Yes, sir.
Please don't inform him. We'll lose our jobs.
-You're bloody drunk on an escort duty. -Please don't call him.
You guys are not fit to be in the Police force.
-Sir, sir, sir, please don't call. -Sir, please don't do it.
-Get up! I said, get up! -Sir, if your RI knows we'll be in trouble.
-First, stand up. -Sir, we won't repeat it.
-Get up! -Please forgive us, sir.
First, you'll make a mistake, then ask for forgiveness.
Sir, only we both are drunk.
But he did not drink.
[Abdul] Sir!
Hey, step aside.
What is it?
I'm to be blamed as well, sir.
Had I remained on the bus...
...they would've caught up to me.
But I stepped off the bus when they didn't show up.
Sir, it's not their fault!
Hey, an accused is bailing out the Police officers.
It's a shame!
Officer!
Sir!
Give me the gun's butt number.
Sir, It's 113.
Hand me your bullets.
Give me the bullets.
I don't have it.
I have loaded the bullets.
Loaded, you say?
Why?
Generally, you're not supposed to load the gun during a long escort.
Why did you load the gun?
Sir, he's Muslim--
Muslim--
The accused is a Muslim, sir.
So?
I'm a Muslim, too.
What are going to do to me?
Shoot me?
Shoot! Shoot!
-Hey, Boy. -Sir?
-What is your name? -Abdul Rauf, sir.
Hey, you guys leave.
Take this.
Go!
-Officer, see them out. -Okay, sir.
I apologize, sir.
Hey, don't show me your faces. Get out of here.
Go!
Stop the car.
Sir.
-Where are you heading? -Sivagangai.
Fine, get in.
-Come on, get in! -Go.
Hey!
Have you ever heard of the name Abdul Rauf?
In 1995, he was the first Tamilian to immolate in protest for Lankan Tamils.
We too are living as humans, Tamilian and Indian.
But why are you judging people based on religion?
Where are you heading?
I'm heading to the Trichy onion market.
-Drop them at the Trichy bus stand. -Sure, sir.
Sir, please board the truck.
-Son! -Sir?
Why did you request not to handcuff you on the way to the court?
Sir, tomorrow the girl I'm about to get married to will meet me at the court.
That's why I requested.
Girl you're about to get married?
Is she your relative's daughter?
No, sir.
She's my lover, sir.
On your warrant, section 302 is mentioned.
Who did you kill?
Hey, don't be afraid and come on.
Keep climbing.
Come on!
Please, welcome. How can I help you?
Brother, we want to take a picture.
Why are you hesitating? Please go inside.
-I'll come shortly. -Let's go.
Please come closer.
Don't be shy.
-Put your arms around her. -It's okay.
Hey, do it!
-Hey, no need. -I said, do it.
You please take the picture.
Brother, can I put my arms around him?
Please! It'll look good.
Hey, I'm mixing it for you. What's the hurry?
Hey, Kalai, come over here.
Hey, where were you all this time?
I was at college. We had a special class.
Special class, you say?
Baakiyam, sister, mentioned she saw you and Abdul hanging out at the bus stand.
Mom, why would you believe everything you hear?
He was my classmate. That's it.
Hey, as it is, his mother has humiliated our family in front of the village.
Are you now trying to humiliate us as well?
Your brother is more than enough to humiliate our entire family...
His mother is not the problem here.
-She spoke the truth! -I'll bash your face, girl!
Who is he to interfere in our family matters?
Tell me something. How was he at our house that night?
So, that boy was already at the house that night.
Hey, stop!
I'm talking to you, and you're walking away.
If your father or your uncle learns about this matter...
...they will burn him and his mother alive.
Are you threatening me?
I won't be intimidated by your threats.
You want to know what's going on between me and Abdul?
Is that all?
-I'm going to marry him. -Hey!
How dare you?
If you even dare to think about humiliating your family...
-...they'll cut you into pieces. Mind it! -Mom!
-Stop glaring at me!
We sent you to study, but you've been lurking around.
Mom, why are you making a scene?
Your sister wants to marry Abdul.
She lost her way in life.
They say, "A lost cow is as good as reduced to meat."
She's going to disrespect our family.
-She will elope! -Hey, shut up!
-She will elope! -Don't wake up the neighbors!
My husband will be home any time, don't blow this up.
-I'll speak to her. -I wonder what she's going to do.
Oh, no!
Kalai! Hey, Kalai, open the door!
I said Open the door!
Hey, Kalai!
-Hey, Abdul. -Yes, Mom.
Why did that girl come over to our house?
Answer me!
Stop the bike!
As I was hurt, she came home to check on me.
However, your conversation with her says otherwise.
Please don't go ahead with this, son.
Only I understand the hardships your father faced to settle in this village.
He used to go on a cycle to different towns to sell sarees.
And saved every penny to buy this house.
His only wish was to turn the house into a concrete-built house.
But he could not achieve it.
Looking at your actions...
I feel you'll destroy your father's dream.
-Damn you! -Oh, no!
How dare you?
How dare you wish to marry my daughter?
Stop hitting my son. Ask your daughter instead.
How dare you speak ill of my daughter?
I'll kill you both!
Hey, where are you running off to?
-Let go of him. -I ought to!
Let go of him. Don't hit my son.
I'm going to kill you!
Hey, let go of my mom.
Hey, let go of my mom!
-Hey, let go of her! -Hey, let go of my son!
Get lost!
Let go of him!
Bloody outsiders, you are trying to poach my daughter.
I should've killed you that night.
How dare you beat up my mom?
Mom!
Mom, mom, mom!
Mom, mom!
Bloody! I spared you both, son and mother...
But now you're coming after my daughter.
Mom, mom, mom!
Mom, please get up.
Mom, let's go to the hospital. Please get up.
Mom, please get up.
Mom, you're fine.
We almost arrived at the hospital.
Brother! Please help me with my mother.
-Please help my mother. -Hey, what happened?
Mom...
-You'll be okay, Mom. -Hey, bring out the stretcher!
Brother, please be careful.
Be careful.
Mom!
Mom, please wake up.
Mom!
-How is she related to you? -She's my mother.
What happened to her?
A cow rammed into her chest.
Son, please bring some change of clothes for your mother.
[wailing in distance] Oh, no, brother-in-law.
How did I let this happen?
I wasn't there for him.
What's his name? Please calm down, that man.
I'll hack the person to death who killed my brother-in-law.
-Hey! Hey! -Ask him to sign here.
Please sign this document.
I want to see him again.
How did it happen? And who did it?
I don't know brother.
-Get lost! -Why are you pushing me away?
How could they enter our village and kill one of our own?
What's happening out here, brother?
Someone beat up Perumal on the outskirts.
I won't spare even one man in the killer's family.
-I'm going to kill them all. -Please take him away.
Stop creating a ruckus.
Abdul, someone killed my father.
Sir, I did not mean to kill him.
He hit my mother, so I retaliated.
Once I knew he had died,
I went and surrendered myself to the Police.
Hey, step outside.
Buddy, calm down.
-Why are you holding him inside? -We did not arrest him.
-He surrendered himself. -Give him to me. I'll handle him!
-Calm down. Let's discuss. -Hey, why are screaming out here?
-How's it fair, sir? -He confessed and surrendered himself.
What's your problem? We filed an FIR, too.
I'm going to remand him shortly.
Stop making a ruckus out here.
Get out of here.
You killed her father...
Yet she comes to visit you.
Sir, they listed Kalaiarasi as the witness in the case.
She arrived at the Police station to identify me.
I fell on her feet, pleaded, and cried that I did not kill him on purpose.
She didn't speak a word and went away crying.
How's your mother doing now?
Brother, step aside.
A-- Abdul!
-Please step aside. -Kalai! Kalai!
Abdul!
What happened? Why do you look sad?
Mom...
Officer, send this guy in t-shirt out.
He's hiding something in his hand. Check him!
Mom passed away, Abdul.
Mom!
After my mother the only family I have is Kalaiarasi.
When I was in Madurai Prison, she came to meet me and cried.
But when I got transferred to Vellore prison, she was devastated.
Why did they transfer you to Vellore prison?
Remember the '98 bomb blast?
Post the blast, Hindu and Muslim clashes broke out in the prison.
So, they transferred me to Vellore.
Whenever I come to the court for a hearing, she'll come and meet me without fail.
♪ Though the nights feel endless ♪
♪ Don’t let your eyes grow weary, dear ♪
♪ A brighter dawn is waiting for you ♪
♪ Don’t let your eyes grow weary, dear ♪
How are you?
Next hearing is on 18th March. Please come.
Careful!
Go safe.
♪ Yes, the road is thorn-filled, And it stretches far beyond the view ♪
♪ But the love I vowed to you Still guards your every step ♪
♪ So, don’t you break, My precious one ♪
♪ I’ll be there, Standing right before you ♪
Kalaiiarasi!
-Get inside. -Abdul!
Abdul!
♪ Don’t let your eyes grow weary, dear ♪
♪ A brighter dawn is waiting for you ♪
♪ Don’t let your eyes grow weary, dear ♪
21st June. Please be there.
If I even miss one hearing...
...she would not know when my next hearing is.
So, no matter what happens, we both try to make it to the court.
For the past five years, she's been coming to the court to meet me.
Five years, you say?
Sir, just for tomorrow, please don't handcuff me.
Whenever she sees me in handcuffs, she starts crying.
In these five years, I've never seen her smile.
Sir, please do this favour for me.
Sir?
[Kathir over the phone] How's this possible?
How could a girl meet the person who killed her father?
Moreover, he does not look like a good guy.
Why are you laughing?
Only boys need some reason to like a girl.
Girls don't need a reason...
They must like the boy. That's it!
Once they like him...
They would go to extremes for him.
You speak well, though.
Kathir.
If the boy is telling the truth...
...please call me when the girl arrives.
I want to talk to her.
Sure, I'll call you.
After your shift ends go home safe.
-Hello, Sir. -Hello!
Brother, for four people.
Hello, officer!
Here you go. See you!
Hello, sir!
-Pandi. -Sir?
-You guys get ready. I'll be upstairs. -Sure, sir.
Take a bath.
Sir.
May I borrow your soap to take bath?
Soap? To hell with you!
Take bath in cold water.
Son, please take my soap.
Come on, use it.
Sir, I'll head first and speak to the bailiff.
Sure, we'll follow you shortly.
-Bye, sir. -I'll meet you in court.
-Hey! -Sir!
-Is it a new shirt? -Yes, sir.
I have a few friends inside the prison they got it for me.
Sir, may I borrow your comb?
-How's my shirt, sir? -You look like a handsome groom.
Hey, don't you know how to speak to an accused?
Handcuff him.
Patience! I'll get to it.
Always grumpy!
-Muruga, shall we leave? -Sure, sir!
-Muruga, give me the key. -Sir.
-Here you go. -Hold this.
You could've escaped last night.
But you didn't do it.
You may have many reasons not to evade.
But it's in the rule that we must handcuff the accused if taken on a new route.
Last night you narrated a story and I choose to believe it.
Keep up my trust.
I swear I will keep up your trust, sir.
Let's see!
Hey, what are you looking for?
Sir, She usually comes to the court by 08:00 a.m.
She'll cry when she sees my in handcuffs.
Today, I came without hand cuffs but she's late today.
That's why I'm looking for her.
Fine, let's see if she's inside the court.
Sir, sir, please let's wait for a while.
Officer, why are we still standing here?
He claims someone is coming. Let's wait.
Sir, he's spinning a story to confuse you.
We took a huge risk of bringing him so far without handcuffs.
If any of the officers notice him without handcuffs inside the court...
...we'll get into trouble, officer.
Hey!
We're being lenient because you had our backs last night.
That doesn't mean you can test our patience.
Let's go!
Sir, she's scared to step inside the court.
The only happiness I feel is seeing her at the court.
-I beg you, sir. -Hey, stand up.
-Please, help me, sir.
Sir, she might be on that bus.
Sir, let's wait for one more bus.
Officer, this isn't working out. We're running late.
Listen, if you're telling the truth...
...that girl will step inside the court to see you.
Please come. Don't ask for any more favours.
Let's go inside.
Come !
-Pandi. -Sir?
-I'll go and submit the passport. -Sure, sir.
-You guys wait here. -Okay, sir.
Next hearing is on 16th August.
-Next hearing is on 16th August, 2003. -Madam.
Take away the accused.
Sir, one minute.
It's a long escort. Please speed up the appointment.
An investigation is going on. I'll call you soon.
Hello, Kalaiarasi, how are you?
Don't be afraid.
I'm the Police officer who accompanied Abdul.
Despite coming from so far, we reached early.
What took you so long?
I... I missed the bus, sir.
He did not let me sleep last night.
Hey, Pandi, a girl is here to meet him.
-Hey? -Sir!
Now I understand why you were particular about using soap to bathe.
I had my doubts when you wore a new shirt.
You came so far, yet you're standing here.
He's been longing to speak to you.
Meet him.
Go!
How are you?
-Muruga. -Sir.
-Take them and be seated. -Sure, sir.
-Pandi. -Sir.
Check with the Bailiff how long more to wait?
-Sure, I'll check. -Fine, go ahead.
-Tell me. -Marri.
Just like he claimed, a girl is here to meet him.
I'm not able to take it anymore, Abdul.
My brother-in-law is bringing random men to fix me up for marriage.
I don't know how long I can manage to reject them.
When will you get released?
I'll be out, Kalai.
I will be released soon.
Don't cry, Kalai.
I didn't believe the boy when he mentioned it.
Please give the phone to the girl. I want to speak to her.
Kathir.
-Kathir? -Sir, it'll take another two hours.
-Are you still connected? -Sure, sir.
Hello?
I'll call you back.
-Muruga. -Sir.
I think it'll be while until our turn.
-Shall we have tea? -Sure!
Brother, three teas.
-We're going for a smoke. -Okay.
-Hey, come back soon. -Sure, sir.
Tell me something. What makes you sure you're making her wait?
-Sir? -I mean...
What makes you sure that you're making her wait for so many years?
My case will come to a verdict soon.
How is it possible?
Even if your case is assigned for investigation today,
it will take 2 years to get a verdict.
Are you planning to fool her until then into thinking you'll be released?
They must've assigned you a free lawyer in prison.
They did.
After the bomb blast...
I was told that a few lawyers declined
to represent the Muslim prisoners' bail petition.
-Moreover, mine is a murder case-- -Listen, girl...
He's speaking nonsense.
And you're believing him.
Why didn't you consider hiring a lawyer for him?
-Hey, hey, hey! -Bloody woman die!
-What the hell have you done? -Why are you hitting her?
Step back!
She went to meet a lawyer to bail out the guy who killed your father.
Bloody desperate woman!
-Hey, get out of here. -Stop pushing me away.
She's up to something. Ask her!
Why are you torturing us?
I'm going to break your other hand as well.
If she meets the lawyer again, I'll rip her apart.
Get out of here!
You'd better be ready to nurse her back to health.
Get lost!
I should kill you first.
Sir, I'll go and check with Bailiff.
-You carry on. I'll follow. -Okay, sir.
You could've easily escaped last night.
Why didn't you do it?
I did think of it.
I've been considering escaping prison to start a new life with her.
But with my name, Abdul, and being an accused, how far can I go?
If I get caught, she'll be orphaned.
I thought it through and surrendered myself.
-Brother! -Hello!
-Buddy! -Buddy!
-How are you? -I'm good!
-I'll wait here. -Sure, I'll meet you later.
Listen, perhaps our case will be up next.
When you step into the dock during your hearing...
Look at the Judge
"Sir, I confess to the murder."
"He hit my mother, so I retaliated."
"During the fight, he accidentally died."
"I am an orphan. I don't have anyone to bail me out."
Finally, say, "I’ll serve the sentence and wish to start a new life as a changed man."
Sir, isn’t it wrong to talk to a Judge like this?
It’s not at all wrong.
You’ve been an undertrial prisoner for five years.
Until you speak up, no one will give a damn about you.
Your voice will be your strength.
Don’t be afraid. And speak with courage.
The Judge is on a lunch break for an hour.
You have time. Practice how to speak to the Judge.
Your Honour, my name is Abdul.
I’m in prison for five years.
I confess to the murder.
Please tell me how long I would have to serve.
I’ll serve and get released.
Hey, if you speak without any emotions...
...you’ll be in prison until you die.
Isn’t it funny?
Hey, speak with emotions.
You practice it well.
Abdul, please muster the courage to speak to the Judge.
I’m inviting you to my sister’s marriage. You must come.
-I will be there. -I don’t want any excuses.
-All the best. -I’ll catch you later.
-Is he practicing? -He’s doing well.
He’s doing well. He’ll do it.
Sir, I’m very anxious.
May I perform prayers here?
Hey, you’re not allowed to pray inside the court.
Sir, don’t you know officials will object? Why didn’t you tell him?
Sir, you may leave.
You people and your progressive methods.
The Judge will meet the long escorts in his chamber.
Please assemble there.
Sir, if the Judge comes to the court, at least I can manage to speak.
But prisoners are not allowed inside the chamber.
Sir, what do we do now?
Sir?
-Hey, hold this. -Sir?
What do I do now?
Let’s see.
-Madras, prison? -Yes, sir.
Come with me.
-Wait here, I’ll be back. -Please, stay here.
Hey, girl, come here.
Hey, let go of her hand.
Sir, let’s not do this.
Let her go.
Sir, if we let her enter the chamber, we’ll get in trouble.
It won’t be a problem, I’ll handle it.
Please think this through, officer.
Please don’t stop me in this matter.
Listen, if we run into any problem...
..you guys can blame it on me and go scot-free.
Now, let go of her hand.
-Sir... -Let go of her hand, damn it!
Come.
-Let’s go. -Please, come, sir.
-Name? -Kalimuthu.
-Father’s name? -Guruswamy.
-Next hearing is on 16th December. -Okay, sir.
-Sir, you may go next. -Sure!
-Sir, please wait. -Please come, sir.
Please tip me.
You kept going.
Listen, I don’t know if the God you pray to would change his fate.
There’s a Judge sitting inside.
He’s going to decide his fate today.
Both of you go inside and speak to him confidently.
-Go ahead. -Let’s go.
Your Honour, please save us!
Hey, what happened? Why are you falling on my feet?
Please get up.
Please save us.
Police! Police!
Your Honour!
Hey, who are these people? And why are they falling on my feet?
They’re going get married.
And wanted to get your blessings.
Please ask them to stand up.
Hey, get up. Please get up.
Sir, please explain it to him.
-Please, sir. -Your Honour.
This boy is an undertrial prisoner for five years.
They both are orphans.
Also, there’s no one to post bail for him.
So, they thought could meet and speak to you...
...to check if there’s a legal way to find a solution to it.
That’s why I let them inside. Please forgive me.
Please wait outside.
Your Honour!
He’s out.
What happened? I hope there’s no problem.
He asked me to wait.
Please bring me Abdul Rauf’s CD and files.
Sir, what have you done?
They wanted to speak to him.
Sir, what’s the time?
-It’s 03:15 p.m. -03:15 p.m.!
Isn’t the Judge meeting the long escort cases?
-Why is it taking long? -Sir, he sent two people inside.
The Judge has been investigating that case for while now.
Who did you let inside?
Sir, the boy wanted to speak to the Judge.
Is this your job description?
Instead minding your business...
...you’re indulging in unnecessary matters.
-Who’s the escort from Vellore? -It’s me, sir.
The Judge is calling you.
Your Honour.
-Thillai! -Your Honour!
-How much money do you have? -What?
Here you go.
-Take this. -Sir.
-Buy them briyani for lunch. -Sure, sir.
Sir!
You may go inside.
Sir! Sir!
Sir!
SIR!
-Hey, what happened? -Sir!
Hey, get up you both. You’re not supposed to do this here.
Please stand up. You should not fall on feet.
Please listen.
I said, get up.
Get up!
-Thank you, sir. -What happened?
What happened inside?
Proceed.
Sir, I’m Abdul and she’s Kalaiarasi.
We’re in a relationship for a few years now.
When her father knew about it he came to house and beat me up.
And he kicked my mother in the chest, who came to stop him.
Out of rage I pushed him.
Mom!
Mom, please wake up.
And he died!
I’ve been an undertrial prisoner for five years now.
My mother succumbed to her father’s kick and died in the hospital.
I’m an orphan. Now she’s my only family.
She’s been waiting for me for five years, hoping that I’ll get released.
I’m ready to serve any sentence that you feel is right.
I wish to complete my sentence and start a new life with her.
Please be gracious and investigate my case.
Please investigate my case, sir.
Rightfully, you should’ve been free from this case.
We’re to be blamed as well.
Over the past five years, this Court has failed even to bring this case to trial.
So, as a Judge of this court, I humbly apologize to you.
I’ll ensure to announce a deserving verdict at the next hearing.
Legally, it may be your release as well.
The Judge ensured that I would be released during the next hearing.
-Release you? -It’s all because of you, sir.
It’s because of you, sir.
If not for you, it would've never happened.
Don’t cry.
Please don't cry.
Sir! Sir!
What is it?
Generally, before I arrive at the court...
...I visit the temple nearby.
It’s a mighty God.
If Abdul gets his freedom...
I prayed to God to bring him to the temple.
Could we please take him there?
Please, let’s take him, sir.
-You may leave your bags with me. -Sure!
-Please keep it safe. -Are you not coming, sir?
You go ahead.
-Don’t you believe in God? -I do!
God has not given me any hardship.
Why should I trouble him unnecessarily?
You please proceed with your prayers.
Okay, sir.
I’ll be back, sir.
♪ Oh, my purple flower ♪
♪ I wander through my days Lost in your thoughts ♪
♪ With you in my breath, ♪
♪ Your name becomes The song I keep reciting ♪
♪ While I seek Moses, My prayers rise to Shiva ♪
♪ You stepped into my life as light ♪
♪ and the darkness within me disappeared ♪
♪ I, your purple flower ♪
♪ I wander through my days Lost in your thoughts ♪
♪ With you in my breath, ♪
♪ Your name becomes The song I keep reciting ♪
If we bite the coin and offer it to God, our prayers would be answered.
I prayed for you.
♪ Take comfort… I’ll be with you, ♪
♪ forever by your side ♪
♪ Before God, I whispered only one prayer ♪
♪ to keep you safe, my love ♪
♪ Hold onto this trust Our life will be everything we wish for ♪
-Eat. -I don’t want it. You eat.
Don’t you like the leg piece?
-Give it to me. I’ll eat. -Please, go ahead.
-Give it to me. -Hey, hey, you eat.
-Hey, let him eat. -No, you eat it.
Romance is at its peak!
♪ Oh, my purple flower ♪
♪ I wander through my days Lost in your thoughts ♪
-Yes, Marri. -Give the phone to those kids.
Sister, we're eating.
My husband has spoken about you two.
I'll be released at the upcoming hearing.
Hey, sit down.
-Hey! -Sir?
You’re going overboard, dude!
Please ask her to leave. My God!
♪ A quiet longing fills my heart… For the life I hoped for ♪
Sir, you may handcuff me now?
It’s okay.
♪ Good days will come… Just as they did for everyone else ♪
♪ Justice will prevail Good news will come ♪
Sister!
Kalai!
-Abdul is... -What happened?
Abdul is going to be released, sister.
♪ Oh, my purple flower ♪
It’s been a very long time since I saw you smile.
♪ I wander through my days... ♪
-Sir! -Hello, sir.
♪ Lost in your thoughts ♪
You look very happy!
I’m getting released after my next hearing.
I’m happy for you.
Sir is the one who helped me.
Sir, please escort me to the next hearing as well.
I will be strong if you’re with me.
Would you come, sir?
Come on, let’s go.
Bye, sir.
Shall we leave, sir?
Brother, I’m getting released.
That’s great news, Abdul.
♪ I wander through my days... ♪
♪ Lost in your thoughts ♪
It's the same date I am scheduled to go as his escort.
I'm confused!
Look, don’t be stressing about it.
First, attend the inquiry.
The committee is already pissed at you.
If you skip the inquiry, Selvam and Saravanan will get in trouble.
You don’t get it.
He trusted and requested me. And I agreed.
Pandian and Murugan are on escort duty in Delhi.
I’m quite confused.
Anyway, someone from the AR is going to be his escort.
Shall we discuss this matter with Devasagayam?
-Hey, Abdul! -Brother!
Sit with us.
What's up, brother?
Abdul, tomorrow at this time, you’ll be a free bird.
Son, make sure you take good care of that girl.
You must not keep company with useless people.
You see that the girl has entrusted her life to you.
What happened, Kathir?
Are you worried about the inquiry?
Yes, Marri.
If I don't turn up for the enquiry, my men will be in trouble.
I don’t know what to do.
Those two will be awaiting your presence.
Somehow manage to be there.
Hello, sir.
-Hey, check him. -Okay, sir.
Let’s go.
Sir, didn’t Kathiravan, sir, come?
He will be there. Let’s go.
Sir, you see, he promised to come and get me.
Hey! Would you come only if he comes to get you?
-Let’s go, sir. -Come on!
How many times should we repeat our statements?
They're doing it on purpose.
It's getting late.
Tell me, what would they have done if we had died?
-Come on. -Sit down.
-Hey, Palani! -Yes, officer.
When will they call us? We’ve been waiting since afternoon.
Please wait for some time. They stepped out for a meeting.
Once they return, they’ll call you.
Sir, please escort me to the next hearing as well.
I will be strong if you’re with me.
What did you keep inside?
It’s nothing!
I don’t need so much money. You please take it back.
Don’t argue with me.
You can’t leave empty-handed.
This is not a charity.
This is your rightful share saved up for your wedding.
Use it for your expenses.
Don’t cry. Why are you crying?
Just to keep the family ties alive...
they got me married to that drunkard and ruined my life.
I don’t want you to end up like me.
Not bad, yourself.
Despite thrashing and bashing, you’re still strong and haven’t given up.
Keep up this spirit and lead your life with Abdul.
But I’m enraged that you’ll be all by yourself.
Sister!
Did you take all your certificates?
Until Abdul finds a steady job...
...you please find a job.
Don’t be dependent on anyone.
In the morning, you go to the bus stand as part of your routine.
I’ll manage to sneak out and bring this bag to you.
-Shall I tell mom before I leave? -Hey!
Have you lost your mind?
I will handle her. You don’t--
Bloody sneaky women!
What are you scheming?
-It’s nothing-- -I ought to!
-Sister! -Nothing, is it?
I should have hacked you into little pieces long ago.
Hey, let go of her!
Bloody woman! Giving her ideas to elope.
Where are you running off to?
Bloody shamelessly eloping!
How dare you disrespect our family?
I won’t let you step out of here alive.
-I ought to... -Hey, let go of her.
-Let go of her. -Let go of me.
How dare you play cupid for them?
First, I’m going to kill you.
-Let me kill her. -Bloody drunkard!
How does it matter to you with whom she elopes?
Let go of her!
He made your sister a widow, yet you support him.
-Sister! -Die!
If I kill her, everything will be right.
Hey, let go of the billhook.
-Hey! -Someone, please help me.
Someone, please help me. He’s killing my sister.
He’s killing my sister!
What happened? Tell me, what happened?
Oh, no, what happened to my child?
Please help her. Please help her.
Step out.
Here you go.
Durai, uncuff him.
Here you go.
-I’ll submit the passport. -Sure, sir.
What are you looking for?
I’m looking for Kalaiarasi.
Shall we file a complaint at the Police station?
She’s not a kid to lose her way.
-She’ll be here. -Sir, please move.
12th February.
Next hearing is on 12th February, 2004.
-Take away the accused. -Madam, here’s the passport.
SC No. 15/2001
Manamadurai Police.
What happened?
The Judge Kathiravan mentioned is not in today.
The Judge has been changed.
Officer, don’t speak with the judge and get us into trouble.
We brought him. So, we’ll get the next date of the hearing.
Later, we’ll discuss the rest.
SC 59/1997 Vellore Escort Police
Please speak to Officer Kathiravan.
Fine, you take him inside.
Buddy, when will you get here?
-What is your name? -Abdul Rauf, Your Honour.
-Father’s name? -Yasin!
The next hearing is on 19th January 2004.
Take away the accused.
Your Honour! Your Honour!
During the last hearing, the Judge assured me
I would be released at the current hearing.
Listen, you’re not allowed to yell inside the Court.
Quiet down.
Sir, please check my case files.
You may hire a lawyer to fight your case.
Police, take him away.
-Please check my case files once. -Please obey the Judge’s orders.
Sir, please let me go. Let me talk to the Judge.
Sir, if I don’t speak now, I won’t get another chance.
-Take him away. -Sir, I’m an orphan!
I have no one to help me.
-Please help me. -Take him outside.
-Deva, what happened? -It’s a different Judge.
The boy is screaming in panic.
Please step aside.
You’re not supposed to create a scene inside the court.
First, let’s go outside.
Please hear me out.
Sir, please explain to this judge.
The other Judge ensured my release.
Please tell him.
Hey, don’t talk nonsense.
-I advised you to hire a lawyer. -Sir, please explain to him.
Sir, please wait.
Your Honour!
He’s telling the truth.
Judge Rathnavel Pandian from the last hearing...
looked into his case files
and ensured to release him during the next hearing.
Please look into his case files once.
He’s been in prison for the past five years.
As per the law, it’s five years for a crime of passion.
If you pass a verdict now, he’ll be released.
Please consider, Your Honour.
Oh, so you’re teaching me law, now.
I didn’t mean to.
First, explain who told you that it’s five years for a murder?
Tell me! Who told you?
Sir, he spoke out of turn.
Hey, why are you supporting him?
Get out!
First, explain who you are.
I’m the Escort Police.
Where is your uniform?
Pass me his passport.
What's your name?
Your Honour, it’s Kathiravan.
Your name is not mentioned here.
I was his escort during the last hearing.
Then why are you here now?
After taking a bribe from the accused, how dare you question me?
I did not!
I will remand you all for cheating the Court.
I’ll make sure this accused does not get bail.
You four take this passport and meet your AR.
Wait and watch the consequences you’re about to face.
Get out!
-Hey, come on. -Sir.
-Let’s go out and discuss. -Sir!
-Let’s go out. -Sir...
Aren’t you aware of how to talk to a Judge?
-Let’s go outside. -Sir.
-Please understand... -He misunderstood.
-Please leave. -Let me try once.
SC No. 13/98 Kaaraikudi South Police.
-Sir! Sir! -Hey, quiet down!
-Hey, Dhayalan. -I said. Quiet down!
Sir, please explain to them.
The previous Judge ensured my release.
-Dhaya, be patient. -No one seem to believe me.
Stop dragging him.
What’s wrong with you?
-Sir, the Judge assured me. -Where is Kalaiarasi?
I don’t know what happened.
She hasn’t arrived yet.
Hey, stop right there.
-Dhaya, please handle him. -I’m telling the truth.
-I’m not lying. -He doesn’t seem to stand straight.
Please calm down for a bit.
Stop creating a scene.
Let’s wait and see if the girl arrives.
Why are you indulging in this unnecessarily?
Chelladurai, find an auto. Let’s leave.
-Let’s go. -Please hear me out.
Why did he speak to the Judge out of turn?
Now we’re all subjected to the inquiry.
I don’t deserve this. Hey, shut up!
I will handle the inquiry.
How will you handle it? How will you?
-Hey, get going. -Sir.
-I said keep moving. -Deva!
Sir, at least let me meet her before I leave.
-Keep walking. -Please explain to him.
Please try convincing him. Let's meet the girl and then leave.
We’re in trouble ‘cause of you.
-You’re going to be in prison forever. -Sir!
At least let me inform her of the next date.
-Sir, please let go of me. -Dhaya, stop it already.
-Are you coming or not? -Please hear me out.
-Hey! Hey! -Hey, son!
Hey, what are you doing?
-Catch him on foot. -Hey, auto, come on.
He might escape. Ride faster!
Hey, stop!
When I catch you, I’ll kill you.
Once I catch him, I will rip him apart.
Hey!
Stop right there!
Hey!
Hey, turn around. He’s over there.
Bump him!
Hey, catch him!
-How dare you run away? -Sir, let go of me.
Hey!
Sir, let me go. I must meet her.
Hey, thrash him.
I must meet her, sir.
-Let’s go! -Let go of me.
-Sir! -Get inside.
-He’s escaping. -He’s coming around.
Hey, where are you running off to?
-Sir, let me go. I must meet her. -How dare you escape?
Hold him tight!
-Sir, let me go. -Wait and watch what I’m about to do.
-How dare you? -Sir, I won’t come along.
I want to meet her!
I won’t come along!
Sir, let go of me!
-Hey! -Sir, let me go.
-Get inside, damn it. -What are you doing to him?
Something went wrong with her, sir.
Let me go check on her.
-Sir, let me go. -Hey, let him go!
Sir!
Sir, why are you supporting him?
He's escaping because of you.
-Hey! -Sir, I must meet her.
-Sir! -[Kalai] Abdul!
Hey, pull him inside.
-Let him go. I’ll handle him. -Abdul.
-Stop the bus. -He’s our accused.
-We brought him here. -Abdul.
Please stop the bus.
-Deva, why are you still talking to him? -Stop the bus.
-I will handle him. -Abdul!
Sir, you may support him and bear the consequences.
-I cannot do this. -What’s wrong with you?
-Abdul! -Please hear me out.
Get off him!
Kalaiarasi! Kalaiarasi!
Sir, Kalaiarasi!
Oh, no, Kalaiarasi!
SIR!
Sir!
A FEW YEARS LATER
Sir, what happened to the boy after the girl died?
What do you think happened?
If it were true love, he must’ve committed suicide.
-Do you watch a lot of films? -Yes, sir.
[Kalai] Abdul.
Kalai...
Hey, the girl is not hurt. She’s alive!
-♪ Though the nights feel endless ♪ -Kalaiarasi.
♪ Don’t let your gentle eyes grow dim, my dear ♪
♪ A brighter dawn is waiting for you ♪
♪ Don’t let those eyes of yours tremble, my dear ♪
♪ The thorn-filled path Will blossom into flowers for you ♪
♪ And the love I once promised Will hold you close, tight, and true ♪
Don't cry.
♪ Don’t tremble, my precious one ♪
I would never leave you, Abdul.
My wife and I fought Abdul’s case and got him released.
Now Abdul is leading a happy life with Kalaiarasi.
Every Police officer possesses a few basic authorities.
It’s important to know who it’ll be helpful for.
The authority I possessed...
I used it to help that boy speak to the judge.
It was a small help.
But it helped him with a new life.
The authority structures of this system...
has always been against the poor people for ages.
We are a part of this system too.
Once you finish your training and take charge as a Police officer...
if you encounter poor people in tears coming to you for help
Speak to them as a sibling and a friend.
If your authority can wipe their tears...
Then try doing it.
There’s no better peace than helping them.
With that peace in my heart, I’m going to ask you all one thing.
Will you all do it?
We will do it, sir!