Spoke to my beau on the telephone
Now I just can't stay alone
Honey and jaggery aren't sweet anymore
Without you everything is a bore
Oh my lover, Oh my lover
Your kiss is the only thing I adore
Wasn't I dancing well?
Isn't the song too sultry for a wedding?
In the city girls dance to "Four Shots of Vodka,"
and their mothers cheer them on.
And then there's you!
That's why their marriages also last for only four days.
Choose a more traditional song.
Like the one I danced to.
Wasn't there a restriction to dancing at the wedding in your time?
I danced in my room. In private.
Where were you since the morning?
Shall I make you tea, Papa?
Why the long face?
Your daughter hasn't moved out yet.
And she never will.
It was time for "Big Brother."
I was rushing home…
I turned the bend at school and heard a loud kaboom, bang!
What sort of sound effect is that?
It can either be kaboom or bang.
The robber may have mimicked the sound effect.
As a decoy.
Carry on.
Then I saw a masked man was stealing the Bullet.
I tried to stop him.
He hit my head, boom-bang!
What…
Enough with the sound effects, Teepu!
Okay. Then I felt dizzy.
And I took a breath to scream for help.
But then he said, "Your mom dies if you scream!"
I swallowed my scream.
How could I let Mom die?
But your mom's already dead!
He was hit on the head. He must've forgotten.
A robbery in Dhadakpur?
Impossible!
It is possible!
Ever since the Bullet has come, everyone's been eyeing it.
Like they were going to devour it.
And they gobbled it up!
Teepu, do you remember what the thief looked like?
-He had two eyes. -What?
What else? Height, weight, voice?
The voice was heavy.
How heavy?
It's tough to give the exact weight.
Damn it.
Did his voice sound familiar?
It sounded like Amavas.
Amavas?
Oh shit!
I met Amavas on the way when I was bringing the Bullet.
He must've been jealous after hearing about Roshni's wedding.
Right, Teepu?
Yes, for sure.
But how'd he know that the Bullet
was parked in school and its key was knotted to my pajamas?
He's a mastermind thief, Papa.
Keys are nothing, he can even steal sweetness from a cake.
Right, Teepu?
I'm sure it's him, sir.
Bhugol, let's go!
I won't go, Papa.
I might just punch him hard.
You get him.
I'll come along.
And what will you do?
He won't be able to lie to me.
Chief…
Why don't you apply the brakes?
The tobacco is now in my eyes and nose.
My balls got squished as well.
Diesel gets wasted when I apply the break too often.
Not often, but you can apply it at least once in a while.
Now I'll apply the brakes only at Ms. Pushpalata's house.
Muddy water!
Just a few more days.
Soon it’ll be fresh and clean water.
Until then, should I drink this mud?
Write an application.
I'll send it to the municipal office.
I've never written more than a ceremony item list.
Please write it for me.
Me?
I could… but then how will you learn?
Why should I learn?
Have I ever asked you to memorize a prayer?
Chief! What brings you here?
Yes, I had to come.
It's important.
What happened?
After the upcoming elections, you won't remain a ward member.
-Really? -The party members have decided
you'll be a candidate for Village Chief!
-Me? -Yes.
-Thank you! It's all because of you. -I'll always support you.
You're my friend’s wife.
When he died, I became Village Chief.
Now, it’s your turn.
Why? Are you dying now?
Shut up!
Check out this guy showing off His cool dance moves!
This idiot from Tillupur! He’s posted a gender bender video to get followers.
He's got 10,000 followers.
Bhugol, why don’t you also make a gender bender video?
You want me to make a gender bender video?
I'm an intense performer.
Got it?
And shut your trap.
The Bullet's been stolen.
It's an emergency but it doesn't bother you.
After 24 years, the thief had to loot our home!
Bloody hell!
Did you steal it?
-What? -What do you mean?
Only you knew the field's location.
When the robber was threatening me, you vanished.
-He tied my hands. -But not your feet.
You could've untied the rope with your teeth.
Excuse me, where will I find Amavas?
I'm looking for him as well. If you find him, let me know.
Is that so?
Amavas?
A FEW YEARS AGO
Amavas.
-Why do you smoke this cheap stuff? -I quit.
When?
Now.
Smoke this. Looks cooler.
Won't you smoke it?
Your first gift to me.
I'm going to treasure this forever.
Forever!
Forever?
Forever!
Forever?
Forever!
I love it when you punch me like that.
-Once more, please. -Don't tease me.
One more time!
A week of seven grown to nine
Moons have multiplied, just see the shine
Crazy in love, how will I ever recover
Now that we have found each other
You're the cherry to my cake
You're the melody to my song
I'm the train, and you the track
I'm the calm, and you the attack
We were droplets, now a river we make
With you, my heart pleasurably aches
Once solitary, now as a pair we thrive
You and I together, we're more alive
A week of seven grown to nine
Moons have multiplied, just see the shine
Crazy in love, how will I ever recover
Now that we have found each other
Roshni.
How do you afford so many gifts?
I work hard.
Phone!
Why did you inscribe B?
My mistake. I was writing R.
"R" for Roshni.
"B" for Banwari.
It's my phone!
I was outside our village, to top up my mobile plan.
I kept it aside for two minutes and he stole it.
Everyone knows he's the fastest runner in Dhadakpur.
But my mind can outrun him.
I used the speed and distance formula
and knew the thief was none other than Amavas.
Sir, I always steal outside of Dhadakpur.
Ask my sister-in-law!
I didn't realize it was a man from our village.
But why do you steal?!
Answer!
It's fun.
Did he say fun?
That's what I heard.
He means he's enticed by certain things.
He can't stop himself. Say something.
Yes. The phone cover had an adorable bear on it.
-It enticed me and… -This?
You could have stolen the cover.
Taking it off would've wasted time.
And you're the one who has taught me to respect time.
-I also taught you that stealing is a sin. -I skipped class that day.
Throw this thief in jail.
-No… -I'll call the cops.
Give me your phone.
Why me?
If I call from a rich man's phone, the cops will take it more seriously.
If you complain to the cops, Dhadakpur's record will break.
Don’t forget Dhadakpur’s legacy.
Let's figure out a punishment together and end the matter here.
Yes.
What should his punishment be?
A person who steals for “fun” outside the village…
he'll falter and steal in our village as well.
Why take that chance?
I suggest expelling him from the village.
What? Say something!
Whoever agrees with Mr. Banwari's suggestion, raise your hand.
I've quit stealing.
Amavas, you stole my umbrella again.
Return it.
I don't have it.
What did it look like?
Like this.
I'll never hire your Jeep again.
Now just like that, return the Bullet.
Sir, I've told you earlier, that I'm not an A-list thief, just a common robber.
I don't steal at a broad level.
Small items attract me.
My head says no but my hand says yes.
Return it with the same hand that stole it.
I swear on the math that you taught me.
Since that day, forget stealing,
I haven't even looked in the direction of Dhadakpur.
Bhugol is lying!
So you won't return the Bullet?
How can I return what I don't have?
-Fine… don't return it. -Papa…
I'll get it out of you!
How?
The same way I got you thrown out of the village.
Papa…
Okay then, I stole the Bullet!
I sold it and ate a snack.
Now what?
-Papa. -What will you do?
Go and eat a snack there.
I'll talk to Amavas.
I'll talk to him.
Don't charge him.
-I have money. -Amavas.
Reporter no.1 Madan brings you the latest. Come, put the garland on Ms. Pushpalata.
For she is the next candidate for the Village Chief!
Impure water out you go!
Clean water will now flow!
Quiet!
There's no space left. Where do I put it?
You're right. You can put the garland on me.
Pushpalata… First the trophy, now the candidacy.
You're rocking it, Pushpalata.
Are the wedding preparations going well?
Yes, of course.
I have a complaint.
No other village has ever gifted such an expensive bike.
You've increased the rate list for grooms.
So, where is it?
Show me the bike that's created such a storm.
-Show her, Bhugol. -How should I?
I mean from where should I show it?
Near or far?
Since I'm already here, obviously I'll see it up close.
That won't be possible.
From afar, then.
You won't enjoy it then. It's parked very far.
Have you parked it on the moon?
If you don't want to show it, tell us clearly.
Why are you making excuses?
-Why hide from you… -Mummy!
What happened is, our son-in-law got excited seeing the bike's photograph.
He asked for it to be sent over.
It's parked with him.
That's a stubborn son-in-law.
He's educated. He knows his worth.
How are you?
Just like you.
I'm happy.
So am I.
You changed your phone number?
No, I blocked you.
Do you also believe… that I stole the bike?
Didn't you?
Roshni, do you remember…
Bhugol once stole your lunchbox at school?
And you started crying?
You ran after him with a stick to beat him!
If I can thrash your brother for a smile on your face…
how can I steal the bike and hurt you?
My hand may not listen to my head…
but it definitely listens to my heart.
Papa must've finished eating.
I'll leave.
Listen!
If you find the thief… thank him from me.
I got to meet you because of him.
CONGRATULATIONS! HEARD YOU'RE ALSO MOVING TO THE CITY AFTER MARRIAGE. WELL DONE!
Papa!
I messed up everything, didn't I?
If I hadn’t insisted on this groom, you’d have gotten a permanent job.
No, not at all.
I wasn't even a temporary teacher earlier.
I interviewed at almost two dozen schools…
with no response.
But the day you were born…
It was a stormy day, just like today…
You came into this world…
and I miraculously got a teacher's job at Dhadakpur School.
Without you, no dream of mine would have come true.
Roshni Jha…
you…
won't remain still like a lake, but will flow like a river.
You will go to the city.
You will marry.
You will marry this very boy.
Pushpa…
Yes?
Such a commotion!
Are you getting remarried?
Not at all.
I got a ticket.
Balcony or stall?
No…
A chief candidate ticket.
So much noise just for the ticket?
At least wait till you win the title.
I will, Father-in-law.
First Chief and then one day a Legislator.
Who will stop me?
The rest?
Only half is sold.
I'll sell the rest soon.
Quickly or I'll charge you interest.
Like father like son.
-Thank-- -Don't say thank you.
Why not?
I don't know how to respond to thank you.
Say, "You're welcome."
Thank you.
You're welcome.
We can't walk together.
So?
-I'll walk ahead. Come after some time. -How much time?
Don't ask so many questions.
Count to 100, then come.
-Okay? -Okay.
One, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten…
fifty, sixty, eighty, hundred.
Amavas said that he didn't steal it and you believed him?
What is it?
He's speaking the truth.
I saw the truth in his eyes.
Great!
Let's get the whole village lined up.
She'll look into their eyes and identify the culprit.
Join the police force after that.
Catch murderers by looking into their eyes.
The country will prosper.
He used to hit you, right? And now you want revenge?
I would take revenge on you then.
I know you got me beaten up.
Did you steal the Bullet with Teepu's help?
Drama queen!
Mummy… say something.
-Or should I start to cry? -Yes.
Of course, why will you tell Roshni anything?
She's your diamond.
And I'm coal. Get the knife. And skin me.
Hey, don't talk crap.
I've never treated you and Roshni differently.
Yes, you have!
-You've always favored her. -Watch it!
You've never even cuddled me.
You've not treated us differently?
You gave her an eight-megapixel camera phone and only 1.5 for me.
I work so hard yet my followers don't increase.
I borrow Teepu's phone to make reels.
Do you know how poor I feel?
Take up a job, then!
Earn some money.
Get rich and make your parents rich as well.
You've worked all your life.
But you're not rich.
What?
Are you hearing him?
You'll get beaten now.
-Say that again. -No, nothing…
-What are you-- -Your tongue is riding the highway now.
-I wouldn't speak to my father this way. -Papa, sorry.
Sorry. I'm saying, I'm sorry.
-Let it be. -Stop!
-I've sacrificed so much… -Listen…
-Stop there. -Papa, let it go.
Papa, I'm sorry. I'm apologizing, right?
-What are you doing? -Stop!
I should've had a vasectomy after Roshni was born.
-Papa, you're getting a call. -Let it ring.
Answer it.
He isn't going anywhere. Thrash him later.
Alright.
Answer the call.
Who is calling?
Talk to him.
Greetings, to-be in-laws.
We were singing songs on the terrace.
I was practicing yoga. They were singing.
Okay… Yes?
What?
Sure.
Okay.
What happened?
Or son-in-law is ecstatic after seeing the Bullet's photo.
He's coming to check it out.
At the break of dawn.
Oh God! Now what?
What should we do?
7 DAYS TO ROSHNI'S WEDDING