'PAVITHRAM'
Unnikrishnan!
Unnikrishnan, please wake up!
Your father is not dead.
Why don't you look inside the kitchen?
What? - Why don't you look inside the kitchen?
Easwara Pillai is not dead.
Easwara Pillai..
No wonder you saw such a dream.
It was a vision.
Did you understand, Warrier?
Please explain it to us.
Departed souls
show their presence in the form of dreams.
It's been about 15 years since dad left home.
This is the first time I'm seeing such a dream.
That is exactly why I'm telling you
to consider it as the past.
It's the son who should make sure that the soul is resting in peace.
Let's start the final rites.
During this month, it's not necessary to consider the stars.
Ramakrishnan, his elder brother is a doctor.
Shouldn't the eldest perform the rituals.. - Oh, no.
He saw the vision.
So, it's not necessary for him to be the eldest.
That won't be right.
It's not right to take the place of your elder brother.
We must bring him too.
Stop being so superstitious.
This is pathetic.
Please don't give yourself a heart attack thinking about me.
Just let me know if you'll be there for the ritual.
Well, we have no evidence that he's dead.
It'll be embarrassing later on.
You can return once the ritual is over.
What would be my state?
Don't you know Nirmala well?
Hence, I'm not coming. You may do it yourself.
Yes, I'm the senior doctor. When did I deny that?
Whatever.
Seniority? Give it a rest, mister.
Aren't you the doctor on duty?
You must cater to the patient's needs.
Is that understood? That's your duty.
They say medicine is the answer to diseases.
That's wrong. Support is what matters. Is that understood?
No, thanks. - No.. No arguments.
Do your duty. - Enough. Hang up now.
What does being a bastard mean?
Isn't that true in his case?
I shouldn't have called him. Warrier forced me to. - It's okay.
We must do our part. It's his wish. - Exactly.
Isn't he suffering enough?
No wonder they have no kids. - Don't bring that up now.
Your father knows everything. Hence, the dream.
So, let's proceed.
Place the sacred ring over the leaf bearing the soul in mind.
Add water three times.
Add water three times and keep it over it.
Offer flowers three times.
Offer the rice three times.
No, Mr. Warrier. Dad is not dead.
I can feel him.
This is my father. Easwara Pillai.
This is my mother. Devakiyamma.
She had left her home
to be with dad who was just a cook.
This is Dr. Ramakrishnan.
The one next to him is Ms. Nirmala.
They've been married for four years.
In spite of her pride and greed for money
they weren't blessed to have kids. - That's sad.
Our mom is the one who suffers.
She prays all the time and performs all the possible rituals.
Please let my mom know if you have any ideas, Meera.
I've heard my grandmother say
that praying to Goddess Kali during 'Mudiyettu' will help.
Be it that way. But what's the point?
Doctor and his wife find it unnecessary.
So, let's do this. - Yes.
We shall pray for ourselves in advance.
Pray.
Who is that girl next to Unnikrishnan?
They look good together though.
Right? - Shut up.
Come. - Punchiri, quiet down.
What is this, Unni?
This is 'Mudiyettu'. Kali and 'Kooli'. Didn't you get it?
Tell your husband. - No need.
We too can understand.
Can't we, Devaki? - My name is Meera.
She's the daughter of our managing director.
I see. - She came here to seek blessings
to have lots of children.
The goddess is very powerful.
Look at this. See her stomach? - What is this, dear?
Are you married, dear?
No.. She's about to. She will be.
Isn't that Srimangalath Saraswathi?
She's been married for ten years.
She was blessed with a child recently.
Why couldn't the doctor and his wife come?
Pray with all your heart to be blessed
with a child, Devakiyamma.
Good Lord! Isn't that Erussery?
He's dad's right hand.
Stop laughing and pray to have a lot of children.
"Are you searching for a heavenly tune on this Veena?"
"We are in pursuit of a melody within ourselves."
"Your silence resembled the clear sky."
"Your voice became a beautiful raga."
"You are as pure as dawn to me."
"Are you searching for a heavenly tune on this Veena?"
"Why did you come like a hungry infant"
"who awaits the tastiest of banquets?"
"To be a baby dragonfly"
"who enjoys the sweetest nectar."
"To beg the wind to make"
"another tasty mango fall."
"I wish to play in those woods once more."
"Are you searching for a heavenly tune on this Veena?"
"The hymns are being recited at the temple"
"early in the morning."
"While we immerse ourselves"
"in the simple joys of life."
"To make garlands"
"under the Mimusops tree."
"To light a thousand lamps"
"on the steepest hill."
"I wish to add more chapters"
"to this story of ours."
"Are you searching for a heavenly tune on this Veena?"
She's a good girl.
What are you blabbering about?
She's his boss's daughter.
So, the two of you have decided everything, haven't you?
It does not matter
if fate has decided otherwise.
Look at Ramu's fate!
The Gods haven't given him a child yet.
Shall we make an offering at Mannarasala Temple?
We shall do it. - What?
What are you saying?
We're getting old. Go and sleep.
What about the offering?
What good will it do if we do it?
Nirmala should do it. She won't listen to Ramakrishnan.
I'll try talking to her.
350 coconuts. - 350 coconuts.
Three towels. - Four towels.
Four towels? - Yes.
Why? - One to tie on the waist.
Really? A black thread will do fine.
Unni. He's the youngest.
Hello. - Hello.
The marriage season is coming. - I'm not getting married soon.
If youngsters decide so
we caterers will be out of business!
Hey! Make a list instead of running your mouth.
Five 'Chembu'. - Five 'Chembu'.
Four small 'Varpu'. - Four small 'Varpu'.
He's innocent. - I didn't hear that.
I was speaking to him.
Though he's innocent, he is not trustworthy.
He won't work when drunk.
Punchiri can't stay up at nights from now on.
I hope you know. - Yes.
Punchiri is a niece of mine. She's pregnant.
Her due date is nearing.
It was her husband's mischief!
Hey! Five 'Uruli'.
Three 'Kuthuchattukam'.
Two 'Kuzhachattukam'.
You too will have to help me. - Okay.
He has the aptitude for the trade.
He is kind of good too.
Don't puff up so much.
You'll have to take some days' off.
How many 'Kannaapas' do you need? - One. Write down.
Big 'Andaavu'? - Hey! Five!
Go away. Is it right?
Of course! He's right. Write it down.
You may leave. - Okay.
He likes doing this. His elder brother is not like that.
He is his wife's and her family's puppet.
They loathe this trade.
So, we don't get along well.
Even I thought that was for the best.
Seven 'Adukkupaathram'.
Would you like to go to England, Unni?
Oh! What is this, sir?
I'm fine if it is just a visit. - Sit down, Unni.
It's all right, sir. - Sit down, will you?
Hello? - I wasn't just asking.
Get a degree in Business Management.
To study again.. I'm fed up, sir.
What is the use of getting a degree?
It's not for the degree.
The knowledge you gain will help you in the future.
What if you get to run a business like this?
'Smoking is injurious to health.'
Don't laugh it off. Just think about it.
Then, that venture will fail.
I'll go insane too.
I suggested all of this to make sure that does not happen.
You must go. The company will bear the expenses.
Forgive me, sir. The business, the degree
and the obligation towards the company and all..
It won't work out, sir. I'm totally unfit.
Don't make a decision right away.
Think over it. - I'll suggest a suitable candidate.
Meera. - She has no other interests
apart from books and dreams.
How will I tell
all of this to such a person?
I'll study in England and marry a foreigner there.
How about that?
Great! - Will you remain like this forever?
As a bookworm
your entire life
or will you marry a foreigner instead?
Or will you try committing suicide?
Then go and tell your father to mind his own business!
Instead of giving dowry to his son-in-law
he wants me to go to England for higher studies!
You'll have to find someone else for that!
It's not because of your wealth
neither your beauty nor your behaviour!
It's just because I'm madly in love with you!
That's how it is! Do you understand?
Why are you so furious like a cyclone?
This? This is love.
Unnikrishnan loves Meera like a furious cyclone!
Oh! Then how will I withstand it?
Then I've another option. I can be gentle.
Shall I caress you? - What?
Shall I caress you like this? - Hey!
I don't need a demonstration. - Correct!
I was about to say that.
We are not supposed to do this. That's why I asked your permission.
Okay. Then I'll leave.
Hey! You have my book.
I didn't forget. I knew you would ask for it.
If you want, I can write a book for you.
It'll be related to food.
Why? Don't you prefer food? - I don't know.
I've never tasted your food.
Then wait till your birthday.
Unni! The Sambar doesn't smell great. - Okay..
You can add a bit more asafoetida to it.
How did you figure out from the smell?
We don't have to eat to know its taste. The smell is enough!
If we taste it, won't it become leftovers?
Unni! Add some more salt to the 'Avial'.
But we've still not prepared the 'Avial'. - I know.
Still, I can imagine its smell.
Cooking is not child's play! It's a form of meditation.
That's how I'm able to predict everything!
Oh! He's unbearable!
Right! Didn't you know it before?
Unni! You've to take an off on next Monday.
Why? - It's Punchiri's naming ceremony.
Punchiri's? - No. Punchiri's son's naming ceremony.
She has told me to handle the feast.
But I need an assistant. I'll tell you what.
You can come along. I'll pay you well. - You!
Stop showing off and do your work!
Why are you so furious?
I'm just pretending to be a cook.
Are you? Forget that for now. Get lost!
Oh! Be careful. I would've fallen now.
Unni! We're done!
'Pachadi' is burnt. - What? Immerse it in water!
You do it.
What should we do now?
I'll pour it on you!
Won't it get wasted? - You've already wasted it!
Talk softly. Let them not know about it.
You know what? I'll take it home.
Let's not serve it for the feast. - As a side dish
when you drink! - Yes.
Mix some clarified butter, sugar, cashews and raisins in it!
We can serve it as a sweet. - That's exactly why I burnt it.
You'll get beaten up by me! - Don't beat me. - Why?
If you beat me.. - What will you do? - Will you?
Get lost! - Please don't beat me.
How could you do this, man?
This has a weird taste.
Keep it low. - What sweet is this?
It's a special preparation.
Let me see what happens now.
Are you still alive?
Who else wants it? You can ask for it.
Hey.. Why? - No. It has a burnt taste.
I'd told you to take care..
Unni! The birthday special is..
T-That.. Erussery..
No. It's his preparation.
Anyway, it's nice. Really delicious.
Serve me a little more.
I hope he'll be all right after having it.
Can I have the new item? - Okay.
What's the name of this dish?
Unni! - T-This..
It's similar to 'Unniyappam'. It's called 'Unnimathuram'..
'Unnimathuram'. - Who wants 'Unnimathuram'? - Do you want it?
Here.. - Yes. I'm coming..
You can have it. The elders as well as children can have it.
You can eat it and let us know the result.
They can eat everything! Who wants it?
What do you want, dear?
Do you want 'Unnimathuram' or 'Unniyappam'?
Or do you want to join military? Okay, dear.
Punchiri!
I've brought him along.
I always keep my word.
Look. - Hey, military! Why did you call me?
Oh! Nothing. - Don't cry. - You can leave, Unni.
What is this? Just disclose it! - What?
I mean, disclose the matter!
Oh! - But.. - I can't say it.
He told me it's urgent. - She had told me so.
That's right. I had told him to get you.
Now after seeing Unni, I can't speak up. God. - Don't hide it.
Speak up bravely.
I can't.. - Tell me what it is.
Oh, as if you know nothing.
Tell me, you know, right? - He doesn't know anything.
Come here, Unni. This is not right. She's fooling us. - Oh, Unni.
Look, all our prayers have been answered. - What?
Oh, I can't say it. - Don't say it. Show actions at least.
When did the army man come? - It's not her, man.
Who then? - My sister-in-law?
Oh, my God! - Oh! It's her, man. - Stay quiet!
Unni, how can I tell it to you, God. - Mom was
sad about it. Now everything is all right.
Oh, Unni, do you know who is pregnant?
It's Devakiyamma! Yes, it's her.
Oh, Devakiyamma is pregnant! It must be something else.
Pregnancy is all that she thinks about.
I swear upon my child. - Oh, no. - Yes.
Is she right?
At this age, what were they thinking?
How will I face everyone now? - That's not needed.
Damn. How embarrassing. - What's so embarrassing?
They're not 90 years old.
If God gives us, we've to accept it. - Yes.
Mr. Easwara Pillai is indeed a macho!
You better start hiding.
Your dad has always wanted a girl child.
He has been a very adamant person.
Look, if this is not a girl, she'll become pregnant again. - Oh, no!
You better start praying that it's a girl.
Otherwise, your dad will commit another atrocity.
Oh! You peed on your mom, dear.
Hold him, Unni. I'll be right back.
He's sleepy. - He's adamant at 60.
Learn all this. You'll need it.
Oh, this is all luck.
Oh! So I'll have a brother by next year. - Yes.
No, a sister. - Yes, indeed. - Oh!
Oh, no. What's it.. - Nothing. - Did he crap? - No.
What's it, dear? - Unnikrishnan?
Yes. - So by next year, you'll be singing lullabies.
Stop staring and throw stones at some mango trees.
You'll get good unripe mangoes.
Mom..
Mom? Yes. - What's up?
What're you looking at?
If I were Hercules, I'd have brought a whole mango tree.
Dad arranges feasts all over the town.
This will be a girl so that she can prepare a feast at home, Mom.
Mom! Why're you crying, Mom?
Both of you'll feel ashamed in front of everyone.
I know. - I'll tell this to everyone.
No one else has this luck.
Now I love you more, Mom.
I feel sad for my dear Ram. - Who the hell is he?
He's not anyone.
He's cursed. It'll be like that.
Look, it's a tasty mango.
It'll be great if you eat it with salt.
What's the use in crying now?
Drat! If someone sees..
Everyone is teasing us.
What an ill fate!
I'm fed up with this life.
Now I just want to die.
Stop this, Devu.
What is this?
How will I face Ramakrishnan?
Why should we be lucky when he's not?
Maybe that's what God had in mind.
Maybe he'll bring up the infant.
If it's a girl, we'll bring her up. We had the desire, right?
I don't want anymore children.
I just want to die!
Even I feel awkward. But what can we do?
We shall go to the government hospital if you want.
It's not considered a sin these days.
Don't talk like this.
We've to accept what God gives us.
It's ours.
It's Ramakrishnan, Devaki. - I saw him.
I need to go to the bank.
I thought someone else was coming.
She's there. Go inside.
A-Are you leaving?
Well, I need to go to the bank.
Devaki, Ramakrishnan is here.
Unni had told me.
I'll be back. I've to go.
I came to congratulate you and you're avoiding me.
Mom! - I'm here.
Oh, were you hiding?
Did you consult a doctor, Mom? - No. - I knew it.
You can't stay inside even if you're ashamed.
Times have changed.
Pregnancies are very complicated.
You should go for monthly check-ups.
One of my classmates is a doctor at the hospital in town.
Her name is Ramani. She's a Gynaecologist.
I'll inform her. You should go and see her, Mom.
Aren't you sad?
I don't know.
I was emotional when Unni told me.
I felt like seeing you.
You should have one teaspoon of this, three times a day.
You should have this every night.
What will happen if Nirmala comes to know of it?
She'll not let you be at peace.
I'm used to that. It's not an issue.
Give me something to eat, Mom. I have to go.
What? Unni told you, right?
Then don't trust him. He must've fooled you.
He would've told me first, right?
I had called Mr. Warrier. - Oh, what did he say?
It's true. - Is it? Damn, such an embarrassment.
What were they thinking? Nonsense!
What's the use in complaining? - What do you want to do?
You should go and meet them.
Me? Meet them? I won't go!
Listen to me. You should go.
If I go, I'll make a mess there. That's not needed.
You should go if I say so. There is a reason. - What?
In this stage, we can do it confidentially.
Speak clearly.
Tell your mom
to abort it.
Well, if we say something, it should happen.
If not, then we shouldn't interfere.
They are old school. They'll be offended if we talk about abortion.
Then, do one thing. Just kill me.
Nimmy? What is this, Nimmy?
I'm here for you. Why do you care about them?
Let them go to hell.
How'll you feel if you're stripped naked when you're showing off?
That's my plight now.
It doesn't matter. Continue your show off.
God is very mysterious.
You're indeed a macho.
What? - My dear buddy, you defeated your eldest son.
Was this necessary at this age?
Well, maybe my time will change after this child is born. - Yes.
I'm already stricken by poverty.
My eldest son didn't turn into a doctor all of a sudden.
He became one after I mortgaged the house and farm.
I haven't re-paid a single rupee.
If the bank sends a legal notice, I'll have to step out. Do you know?
What did they give as dowry when she took him away?
Leave it. What's the use of talking about it now?
Do one thing.
Get the younger one married.
You shouldn't do it like you did for your eldest son.
Get a dowry and pay back your loan.
It's not for granted. You spent a lot for him too.
We've reached this point anyway.
We'll take care of it after the delivery.
Hey, look.. - I'll come..
Look, don't tell my wife about this matter.
My children are all abroad. Only we both are here.
If she comes to know of this, she might also ask for a child.
Then I'll be in trouble!
I can't live as a respected Head Master!
What is this, Unni?
Where are you taking me? - Come.
What is this? Oh!
Yes.
How is it?
'Achappam', 'Murukku', Laddu, 'Unniyappam'
and a special item called 'Unnimathuram'.
Why are you teasing me, Unni?
I didn't do this. She's the one..
Really? - He's lying. It's all Unni's plan. - Is it?
Is this necessary? - It is. It's customary. - Oh! - It's for that.
Stop looking at faces and look at the belly, Meera.
Not at mine, look at Unni's. - Mine?
Let me finish. Look at Unni's mom's belly.
Turn around, Mom. - Come here, dear.
You.. - Are you stupid?
"With eyes decorated with Kajal and hair dressed with flowers"
"the pretty nightingale came to us."
"With eyes decorated with Kajal and hair dressed with flowers"
"the pretty nightingale came to us."
"Is the mother bird healthy?"
"A beauty in search of well-being."
"A new family member will come this new year."
"With eyes decorated with Kajal and hair dressed with flowers"
"the pretty nightingale came to us."
"A pretty infant is living in my mother's womb."
"A pretty little infant."
"A pretty infant is living in my mother's womb."
"A pretty little infant."
"She should be blessed"
"with a pretty infant like the moon."
"With rice served on a leaf"
"and plenty of dishes, we shall welcome her."
"In the Thirunelli Temple.."
"The sweet fruit of the Geranium plant in the Thirunelli Temple.."
"Come, let's have a feast at the tree bearing sweet mangoes."
"With eyes decorated with Kajal and hair dressed with flowers"
"the pretty nightingale came to us."
"We can play with the cute little parrots."
"We can play with it all the time."
"We can play with the cute little parrots."
"We can play with it all the time."
"We have umbrellas made of leaves."
"We have pretty anklets."
"We're blessed with fresh wheat grains."
"Plants making rhythmic sounds in the wind."
"In the green paddy fields.."
"The fresh and pretty grains in the green paddy fields."
"Tell me your dreams, my little princess."
"With eyes decorated with Kajal and hair dressed with flowers"
"the pretty nightingale came to us."
"With eyes decorated with Kajal and hair dressed with flowers"
"the pretty nightingale came to us."
"Is the mother bird healthy?"
"A beauty in search of well-being."
"A new family member will come this new year."
The uterus musculature is very weak.
Also, let me check the pressure level.
We might have to do a caesarean.
Don't say this to my brother. He will feel sad.
Oh, yes. Okay, goodnight.
Are you waiting to know if it's a girl or boy?
She gave me birth. When she struggles, I cannot sleep.
Why don't you go there and help her with the delivery?
You're a sadist.
Still, I'm your husband and for that reason I'm staying here.
Or else, I would've.. No, leave it.
Let me be myself only for this day.
Please leave me alone.
Hello! Yes, this is the Medical Centre.
Hey. - What baby is it?
I was out of my mind.
Are you alone, Meera? - No, I came with the driver.
I couldn't sleep.
I'm anxious about the situation here.
Do you want tea? - I'll serve it for you.
I don't want tea.
I'll have to sit like this for many times in my life.
Who will serve me tea then? - Your mom will do it.
What did the doctor say? - She said nothing.
Even if there's something, they won't tell me.
The doctor will talk about it to him because they were batch mates.
Unni, take some rest. I'll be here.
No need. You can leave, Meera. - Don't worry.
No, if I need any help I'll inform you.
Okay, goodnight.
Hey, give me a Bidi.
I've not smoked it even once.
Who is that? - What?
Who is that girl? - Someone special.
'Smoking is injurious to health.'
Put it in this basket.
Oh, God!
Why are you worried, Uncle?
Like he's a great cook..
What are you doing, Uncle?
How long has it been since you held one of those?
I can't bear this. Give it to me, I'll do it.
Mind your own business. Don't involve in this. - Oh.
That's not possible.
I can't just sit there.
If I had the habit of drinking, I would've ended up like Eruserry.
Listen to my words. Don't stand here.
Go to the hospital.
What should I do there? It's not me who's pregnant.
Still, you have to take care of her like the first birth.
You will be tense until everything gets over.
Without the help of hospital, she managed to give birth to two kids.
Everything will be okay.
Doctor. - Are you Ms. Devaki's relative?
Yes. It's a baby girl.
She was born at 3:35 a.m.
What about my mother? - She's still unconscious.
Hello, is it Unni? Thanks for giving me a good news.
No, be there.
I'll come with your dad, Punchiri and Eruserry.
There's no need, Unni.
Sorry.
Leave me. - Unni, control your emotions. - Leave me.
I want to see the doctor! I want to talk to her!
Stop it. - Leave me.. - Don't disturb the others!
I want to know. How did this happen?
Leave me.. - Ramakrishnan, hold him.
Why did you hide it from me?
Leave me.. - Ramakrishnan.
Unni. - What is it, Unni?
What happened?
Tell me, Unni. What happened?
Tell me.
Tell me whatever it is. - Mom..
Ramakrishnan, what happened to Devaki?
Take that child. Mother passed away.
Oh, no! Devaki..
"In this sea"
"where the sun bathes at dusk"
"has the sun drowned today?"
"The heat of love"
"of the crying earth"
"became tiny flowers"
"that lie on the ground."
"In a cavern of darkness"
"the sun shall rise again."
"Life or death.."
"Who gains at last?"
"Did a farewell fade into a cry?"
"Even the moon grew thin like a dying lamp."
"The wind rocks the cradle"
"with a sweet song."
"A strange bird sings"
"for my dear dearest."
"As moonlight that fills the night"
"you must grow, dear child."
"Life or death.."
"Who gains at last?"
Don't cry.. Don't cry, my sweet sister.
Dear, I'll catch the moon for you.
Please eat this food.
You'll kill her if you give food like this.
Why did you come at this time? - I felt like coming.
Don't cry. - I feel like something's wrong with her.
Don't cry.. - Give her to me.
Don't cry. Where is our father?
Tomorrow, Alapurath Shanta is getting married. - Okay.
He should be looking after the child.
Why don't you ask him to stop this?
Her stomach must be upset.
Don't give her milk for a couple of days.
Give her coconut water or gripe water.
Also, don't give her too much. Two teaspoons will be enough.
Also, give her this once in a while.
What should we do to stop this crying?
Just lay her on her stomach and pat her back.
Do it yourself. Only you can do it.
I would've adopted this baby if I were you.
It's not that I don't want to.
No, I'll become sentimental.
I'll come at times to see her.
No.. Don't cry..
Don't cry.
Dear..
Have you ever gone to see that baby after mom's funeral?
Why should I go?
Those who want to see her are already doing so.
That's enough. More than enough.
Nimmy, a baby can spread happiness in our life
and it can change our attitude and mood.
I didn't deny it. - Then, I'll bring her tomorrow.
Let this house be filled with her sound for a day.
Do it right now. I'll go to my house.
I won't trouble you, okay?
No, Don't cry. Don't cry, dear.
No..
No, don't cry.
I tried everything. But she doesn't stop crying.
She's stubborn. She's been crying for a long time.
Unni, give her to me. I'll stop her crying.
Are you going to give her curry? - No, I'll give her milk.
Milk? From where? - Coconut milk.
Do you want some?
Aunt, please hold her. I want to kick this man.
Will anyone give coconut milk to a baby?
Unni, both are of same colour. Child will think it is breast milk.
Don't touch me - I will..
Coconut milk..
What are you doing? - Such a moron you are.
There's a warrant for Easwara Pillai's son, Unnikrishnan.
I'm trying to make this baby girl calm.
I'll kick you.
Do it. I'll accept it.
Don't open your mouth like that. Insects may go inside.
Are you a dentist or something?
Don't try to frighten the baby by opening your mouth like this.
I'll show you how to feed her. Give her to me.
My sweet dear. - Good..
Anyway, it's good that you're getting training now.
Practice by feeding her.
I don't want to practise. I'm going to become a monk.
So what? You can give birth to a child.
Hey! - Right?
Don't you have anything else to say?
I've many words to say. But how should I say that? - Drink.
You talk about pregnancy all the time.
Are you planning to spend
your whole life right beside your little sister?
What should I do then? - You are wanted there.
Where? Who said so?
You forgot everything after this child's birth.
You have a job. Do you even remember that?
Do you know how long it's been since you went there?
How can I leave her alone?
My father is very adamant.
I think he has some concern over you.
But you can overcome anything if you try.
It's the best time to do it. You must go to Delhi.
There's a confidential meeting for business executives.
You have to be there. - No, I can't.
Unni. - Please, Meera. It's impossible.
It's for us, not for the company or dad.
I don't want to lose you.
My father is inhumanly adamant that I cannot betray him.
But what should I do with the child?
If you compel your brother, he'll agree.
So, should I abandon this child?
She's a headache for you, right?
No, I didn't mean that. - It's all right..
Dear..
Stop..
Or run me over with that car.
Stop.. I'll thrash everything.
Like they the cut the nose of Sir. C.P Ramaswamy for tyranny
I'll cut not only your nose, but the head also.
Then, you'll think that I'm a Naxalite.
But I'm not a Naxalite.
Then tell me! Who am I? Tell me..
Who is this? - Relative of Unni.
Do you know who Unni is? What do you think about him?
He is a hell of a man.
It's like playing with the fire if you trouble him.
I'm not boasting.
We've reached this position
after facing a lot of hardships.
First, we'll blow up your red car.
Then, I'll burn down your company.
Sorry, I'll burn you down after that.
I'll take a part of the ash which is left
and scatter it in River Bharathapuzha.
Your ash will flow in the river.
Tell me now if you have a problem.
Tell me. - Move aside, idiot!
What will you do if I don't move?
Hey, what will you do?
When he becomes sober, he won't remember anything.
Get lost, son of a bitch!
Idiot, they didn't terminate me. I resigned from there. - Sir..
What is the use of talking to this idiot? - Sir.
Leave him. I want to talk with him.
Tell him what you have to say. - Anyway, he lost his job.
I was drunk for that reason.
I'm not like other drunkards who drink for no reason.
Isn't it right, sir? - Yes.
So am I at fault here?
What nonsense did you do? - Yes, I did.
It's good that I did that.
Sir, if someone does this under the influence of alcohol
what will you do? You'll slap him on the face, right?
If he had done that, this issue would've got solved there.
What is the use if he's frustrated with me?
Hey, stop it.
Don't resort to violence, if you don't have an answer.
Ask the one with knowledge if you don't know anything.
Why are you silent? Tell me, why did you become silent?
Make him understand the situation.
Are you out of words?
Don't talk anymore. - Understood.
Now I understood everything.
Hey, where are you going? - I'm leaving.
Eat something before you go.
I came back only because you called me back.
Idiot. - Don't beat me. What might he think of me?
Even though the front page is nice, it'll be rubbish inside.
When we start reading, we'll know if it's going to dustbin or not.
It's the same with people.
Will he be a good person if he sends thugs to abuse us?
No, never. That's rubbish.
We should not take family background and legacy lightly.
We should take care of them.
Has Unni done something wrong? - No, it's not about Unni.
That was a general statement.
The court has issued a notice.
Our house will be seized by 14th of next month.
I can't find a solution, Mr. Warrier.
There is a solution.
Go and play.
What's the solution?
Talk to him directly rather than arguing with him.
To whom? - Your elder son.
It was their crooked plan to give a car as the dowry.
Tell them that it won't be possible.
Sir. - What is it? - Composition.
Keep it over here and go.
We've paid so much to make him a doctor.
Even if I have to beg, I don't want a single penny from him.
Then, Unni is the only option.
He quit his job and is wasting his time now.
What can he do?
Even if he doesn't have a job, only he can help us.
That's the next possible way.
CP has only one daughter and he'll do anything for her.
Go and talk to him.
We can solve the issue easily.
Shouldn't we ask Unni about it?
That's not needed.
Solve the issue first and then, we can fix the wedding.
I was not born with a silver spoon.
I was like Unni. I'm not boasting.
I was smart too.
Also, I have the mind to work hard. I didn't lose it even now.
Don't think that I'm boasting.
Really, I'm proud of myself.
Still, I've not forgotten my olden days.
I mean, I can understand your feelings.
I've not asked for help from anyone.
But this is matter of my personal effects.
If Unni comes to know about it, he'll commit suicide.
He's got more pride than me.
Consider this as a loan and not as dowry.
I'll return it.
This isn't a dowry or loan.
A helping hand to my dearest relative.
Return it only if you hate me.
What I did was wrong.
But my son should never have to suffer because of this.
'Consumption of alcohol is injurious to health.'
You are happy about something today!
Get me the ice cubes.
It was an unexpected business deal.
I was just lucky.
I fixed the deal for Rs. 1 lakh. I gave away the cheque too.
For your health and prosperity! - Oh!
I would've agreed for any amount for that matter.
I'm really proud of you!
You are very lucky.
Are you already boozed-up?
You're right! I'm delighted today.
I was asked to give Rs. 1 lakh.
I gave it just for you.
I will do anything for you!
Dad!
Do give the remaining amount you have.
Let me buy some poison!
A person with a little bit of shame will never do this!
You took dowry in my name!
Helpless should go begging!
That's acceptable.
Homeless should make the street his abode!
How could you ask money from CP without taking my consent?
Under what guarantee did you approach him?
I won't marry his daughter!
Instead, you..
No! I might cross my limits.
But I can't resist!
You won't even hesitate to sell your kid for money!
You are heartless, Dad!
You are responsible for mom's death in a way!
I'm not able to control my feelings!
When I see you in front of me, I feel like..
No! I'm not staying back.
Unni!
'Unnikrishnan, I'm leaving.'
'I'm not leaving as a result of your chiding.'
'I can't stay here anymore.'
'I'm going to travel for some peace.'
'Please don't look for me. I can't return.'
'You're not only a brother to my daughter, but a father too.'
'I'll pray for your wellbeing.'
We should be satisfied
to know that he's alive.
Let's hope he'll return someday for the sake of his daughter.
He'll come.
I said a lot of things in the heat of the moment.
If he had slapped me..
Or at least scolded me instead..
He just listened to everything.
I want to see dad
and apologise to him.
That's the reason I want to search for him.
We'll advertise in newspapers.
But that won't yield any result.
On top of that, it will only turn into a matter of joke
for people to laugh at!
No. We have to bear it.
We've no other option.
Don't cry.. No. Don't cry.
Look!
Look at this.
Come here..
Don't cry dear..
Dad! D-Dad..
Not dad. Brother. - Dad!
Not dad. Brother.
Tell me. Brother! - Dad. - Brother!
Not dad. Brother.
Dad! - Brother.
Chettachan!
Chettachan. - Chettachan. - Chettachan.
Yes. Chettachan.. - Chettachan..
Chettachan. - Chettachan..
Chettachan! - Chettachan..
Chettachan. - Chettachan..
This has turned into a burden just like the baby.
Mr. Easwara Pillai had taken the contract
of a number of wedding feasts.
As I was close to him
everyone is questioning me about it.
So, Unni.. Chettachan, you should make the decision.
We should discuss with Erussery and decide.
We can't depend on him.
He'll spoil everything!
We can't imagine what he'll end up doing.
Mr. Warrier! Please try convincing him.
We've to make arrangements for all the wedding feasts.
Look! It's his daughter's wedding in two days.
We are discussing the matter here!
But Unni..
I'm not able to..
He's not able to gain the confidence.
Don't worry, Mr. Verma.
Unniachan will take the place of Mr. Easwara Pillai.
I mean, Chettachan. - Yes.
I'll handle the rest.
Don't trap me. - I'll give my assurance.
I'm confident about it. - You can leave, Mr. Verma.
Don't be upset because Mr. Easwara Pillai is not here.
Chettachan is equivalent to Mr. Easwara Pillai.
Yes. He's right. He has the knack.
He has inherited all the skills from his father.
I'll leave now. - Come.
By the way.. - Come on!
What happened?
What should I do, my dear?
Unni!
Didn't you hear me?
I can't face you anymore, Meera.
It's been so long since we met. I've come to speak to you.
We are now separated by many things, Meera.
This kid, Rs. 1 lakh..
And now I'm going to start a fire.
Where? In my heart?
Did you give her a name? - No.
I've decided a name.
I like old names. - I know that.
Then tell me. - Mee..
Meera? - No. Meenakshi.
Meenakshi. Meenakshi is good.
I liked it.
I'd decided the name for our daughter.
Meenakshi! Look who's here.
I feel jealous when I see this kid in your arms.
That will turn into hatred shortly.
Why are you being so rude? - You can leave, Meera.
Unni! I.. I didn't mean to hurt you.
I don't need any explanations.
Don't take my words to your heart.
You have to meet my dad. - Why?
It's not about the money, Unni. Our life is more important.
Will you meet him? - I will.
I'm trapped in certain situations.
If we want, we can escape from it.
Yesterday, your brother and Mr. Warrier had come to meet me.
You can guess the reason.
I didn't tell them anything.
I just asked for some time to decide.
It happened without my knowledge, sir.
I know that. That's the reason I've approached you.
I'm not in a condition
to think of a marriage now. - I know.
But we can save Meera if we make up our mind.
When your father asked for the money
I didn't give it as a dowry
but just as a helping hand because I've a soft corner for you.
But you don't have to consider it a debt.
You can ask for more
as you're very close to my heart.
But when it comes to Meera, I'm selfish.
Selfish like anything.
You have to distance her from you.
This kid is a big problem for this alliance, Unni.
You can't deny it. You can't distance from the fact.
She's crying.
She needs you. Meera can get another partner.
But you've to convince her for that. - I'll be back.
Don't cry.. Come..
Unni.
This is called blood relation.
You can't deny it.
If you're so attached to your sister
then just think about a father.
You will understand my plight.
I'm pleading before you for my daughter.
Hey. - Stop there. I don't want to talk to you.
But I warn you to not continue this marriage brokering for me.
Look. - You don't have to interfere
or make decisions in my life. - Okay.
Idiot. It was not just for you
but for that child too.
Anyway both of you like each other.
Yes. But I won't agree.
How come you started to care all of a sudden?
For this, you'll face the wrath of your wife.
Don't worsen the situation. You can leave, Ramakrishnan.
Hey. Will you be able to return his Rs. 1 lakh? No.
Then you must marry that girl.
Instead, if you're using this child as an excuse and doing this
because of your ego, it's rubbish!
Stop there.
He's your brother. Think before you say anything.
Listen. Take this child with you. Take her.
Look after her.
Dad became a debtor for you.
I'll marry and settle his debts.
Hold her. Take care of her.
I can't do it.
I take back my words.
Please don't upset him with your words.
He loves that child more than his life.
It's our mistake.
Why did you lie to my father?
She's not feeling well. I have to leave.
You can leave. But make it clear to me.
Did you tell him that you wouldn't marry me?
What do you want now?
I want to know. Did you say it?
Yes. If you can't believe, I can repeat it for you.
I said I couldn't marry you.
Your father is trying to buy me.
But Meenakshi is more important to me.
If I marry any woman for that matter
I'll have to sacrifice her life.
When you have your own kids
she'll become a burden to you.
Didn't you tell me
to leave her with my brother
and that you feel jealous to see her along with me?
You're not only jealous..
I told you that she's not well but you didn't even care.
Then what can I expect post marriage?
I can't even imagine.
Please don't come to talk about this anymore.
It's impossible. I don't want it to happen.
Meenakshi.
I'm doing this for you..
I told her that I wouldn't see her. That I wouldn't marry her.
"The beats have gone awry."
"The song remains incomplete."
"The flow of music"
"has lost its intensity."
"The musical notes"
"have started debasing."
"The imaginative mind"
"has started wandering."
"The beats have gone awry."
"The song remains incomplete."
"The flow of music"
"has lost its intensity."
"The musical notes"
"have started debasing."
"The imaginative mind"
"has started wandering."
"Slowly and pleasantly.."
"When the lullaby is being sung"
"the baby blinks"
"its small little eyes"
"and the song.." - 'Toddy.'
"...now seems to be lively."
"In the paths of life"
"you're the pleasant song."
"Along all hardships"
"you've been soothing."
"You're the music of my life now.."
"The beats have gone awry."
"The song remains incomplete."
"The flow of music"
"has lost its intensity."
"The beats.."
"Everything is taught with the beats.."
"She learnt to walk"
"step by step"
"and started dancing"
"with her delicate feet."
"She blossomed"
"like the flowers in the spring."
"In my paths of life"
"she entered as a streak of light."
"The cuckoo has started singing again."
"The beats have gone awry."
"The song remains incomplete."
"The flow of music"
"has lost its intensity."
"The musical notes"
"have started debasing."
"The imaginative mind"
"has started wandering."
"The beats have gone awry."
"The song remains incomplete."
"The flow of music"
"has lost its intensity."
Meenakshi!
- Yes!
Bindi.. Kajal..
And? - What is it? - Bangles.
You should pay me for it.
I'll pay you after I get a job. - Oh.
Can you smell Bidi? - No.
I smoked one today. - Oh.
But I didn't like it.
If mom gets to know she'll kill me.
Where's Chettachan? - He has gone to pray for father.
By the way, don't let Chettachan know that I smoked.
Did you get scared?
It's a sign to show that you've become smart.
Hasn't Chettachan arrived yet? - No.
How will I tell this good news to him?
But how can I not tell him?
You can now enjoy eating savouries.
We'll have a celebration for this too.
What happened? What's the matter?
Yes. There's a good news about Meenakshi. - Good news?
That is.. - Don't shout.
It's a good news for a girl.
Where is she?
Don't see her now. - I'll call her.
Hey. Come here..
Go and call all the ladies in the neighbourhood.
Let them take part in the celebrations.
Look, Unni.
Meenakshi has changed.
She has grown up.
Oh, God! You're so shy. Don't look.
Our customs say that you shouldn't see even the sky for four days.
Chettachan? - Yes.
What happened to Meenakshi suddenly?
Nonsense! Get lost.
He's here with his doubts. Idiot!
Well.. - Oh, God, he is.. - Let me talk to him.
Meenakshi has become an adult.
She won't come to play with you anymore.
There's a saying in English, 'There is blood on the moon'.
You'll understand it when you grow up.
'The moon undergoes a lunar eclipse because it doesn't'
'have the ability to illuminate itself.'
'Only the portion of the moon facing the Earth is illuminated.'
'The moon comes directly between the Earth and the sun'
'and the face of the moon towards the Earth will be dark.'
'In this manner, the moon becomes invisible.'
'This is how new moon days occur.' Understood?
It's not how you said.
Oh, no. I can't bear this!
What will I do, my God? I can't bear this!
Chettachan! - What? - Stop the class, Chettachan.
Do you know what happened? - What?
Oh, my mind is on fire. - What happened, Mom?
It's your bloody father. - What? - He left us. The military man!
Did my dad die, Mom? - Hey!
Oh, it would've been good if he had died.
Where did he go then?
He's in Nagaland with some lady.
Mr. Cheriyachan from Mangoottam has come on leave.
He told me that my husband wouldn't return.
Go home, Mom.
Let me study.
If I pass the exams, I'll join the military.
Damn you, idiot!
Military, my foot!
Go along with your dad.
Some girl in Nagaland might be waiting for you as well.
You'll not reform.
My God. I'm all alone. - Chettachan?
Where is Nagaland?
Wherever it is, I'll go there one day.
Chettachan? - Yes. - Chettachan?
Tell me. The oil will overheat if I lose focus.
If it needed so much effort, then why prepare it?
Do you know what Mr. Warrier said?
The smoke from this oil is enough for your hair to grow.
That too, not weak hair. It'll grow thick and strong.
Have you seen the circus, Chettachan?
Yes, of course. Why do you ask?
8th and 9th standard students are going to be taken to the circus.
In the town.
Are you getting any smell? - No.
It's not ready.
Yes. 10th standard students are going to be taken for an excursion.
I should dim the fire.
Have you seen Malampuzha Dam, Chettachan?
Have you been to Ooty?
What about Kanyakumari or Thekkady? - I'm doing something here!
Nonsense. My job didn't involve touring the world.
What do you need?
Tell me.
Those going for the excursion must give their names and Rs. 150 tom..
Who's Tom? - No. We should pay it by tomorrow.
It's not compulsory, right? Only those who're going need to pay.
I want to go. - No!
You'll have to travel with all sorts of people to unknown places.
Accidents might happen. No, go and study.
Everyone else is going.. - You won't go.
What's the problem in that? Will someone punish you?
Listen. You're different from others.
You're Meenakshi.
The one who brought her up, me, is stubborn.
Go now.
The oil is very hot. I'll pour it on your face. Go.
Meenakshi?
Isn't dad an old-school guy?
If you tell him about this, he'll not approve.
Then he'll shout and you'll feel sad. Is all this needed? Tell me.
It's your brother applying the oil, not your dad.
No. I'm not taking a bath now. - Don't be adamant.
I'll take you to all the places without dad's knowledge.
No. You're lying, Chettachan. - I swear upon you.
I'll take you. Not only that, if you pass with good marks
I'll enrol you in a college in the city.
Then you may stay in the hostel there and become a city girl.
Our elder brother's house is there, right?
Look at your hair!
We should go there one day. I've not met my sister-in-law.
Can't you live peacefully without meeting her? Speak up!
It's dad. Don't be scared.
Now go and take a good bath.
Why've you brought the ginger and powdered pulses?
Are you offering it?
Come out and apply it. Here, the paste is ready.
You may go, Chettachan. I'll apply it.
Come out. I'll apply it on your back.
I'll apply it.
Don't be adamant. Come.
Go, Chettachan. - I'm not leaving.
Then I won't come either. - Who's that in the pond?
Oh, what're you doing here in the ladies' area?
Leave. Go now.
You're right. She's an adult.
I forgot.
How silly.
You're so innocent, Chettachan. - Yes.
Come here, dear. I'll do it for you. - Okay.
Why did you wear your blouse? Is it because Chettachan was here?
What? - What?
W-Well, when soap dissolves in water, the surface tension
of water decreases. Is it because of acidity?
It's not because of acidity. It's because of you! Get lost!
He's trying to be smart when a girl is bathing.
Go away. Go!
He's just like his dad.
What an idiot!
He thinks if he passes the tenth standard
he can go straight to Nagaland.
Good for nothing.
Did my dad leave after fighting with Chettachan?
I've no idea. Why're you asking unwanted things?
Get in now. Take a dip.
'Hello. Microphone testing. One.. Hello.'
No, Chettachan. - Be silent. I know what to do.
What're you doing, Chettachan? - I was just..
Hey. Why do you do all this? Make-up is not like cooking. - Oh.
Can you please take Chettachan away?
Look.. - He's so restless. - What can I do, ma'am?
Everyone, please leave the green room.
Do you need anything to drink, dear?
No, Chettachan. - Meenakshi.
I'll tell you what. Get her some arrack. - Shut up, man.
If this goes on, the performance won't happen.
That's good. I was about to say that. - I'll leave..
Shall I bring a table fan? She's sweating a lot.
Do you need coconut water? - No. - Glucose? - No.
Anything else? - Someone, please take him away. - I'll go.
He's irritating everyone for this performance.
Now I understand why the elephants go nuts during festivals.
The teacher told you several times, right?
You're still asking her things.
You're a fully grown adult.
The teacher doesn't like you standing here.
Do the make-up, teacher.
Do you know the reason.. - You must leave first.
First get out.
I'll be outside, dear. Call me if you need anything. - Okay.
Get out, man. - Oh, what is this? - You're drunk.
Don't perform here. - Go, man.
Who's drunk? - Y-Your father-in-law. Go.
'At the Thiruvankulam Sree Mahadeva Temple'
'on this auspicious occasion, Ms. Meenakshi'
'will be performing Mohiniattam.'
'The performance will start immediately.'
'All are requested..' - Wish you all the best.
I'll leave now. I don't have time. I came from the hospital.
I'll meet you some other day. - Okay.
Perform well. - Okay.
Shall I leave? - Okay.
How did he know? - From Mr. Warrier's house.
I called and told him. - Oh.
It's okay. Good.
Come, Meenakshi.
Drink this milk. You'll feel tired. - I don't need it now. - Drink..
Oh! - Meenakshi! What is this, Meenakshi?
Drink this. - I don't need it, Chettachan.
I said, drink it. - No. - What is this?
What're you doing here? Go, dear. - Drink this and go.
No. - Let her drink it. - No.
If she drinks it, she'll feel bloated
and won't be able to dance well. - Go, dear. - Who told so?
C-Come here. - Your stupid milk! Stay there.
What is this? - I'll drink it.
Oh, no! What happened?
A nail pierced my foot. - Oh, a nail! Turn the lights on.
Oh, someone, bring some water. Water.
A nail pierced her foot.
It's nothing, Chettachan. - Quiet! I know. I'll beat you.
Hey, a nail!
Oh, didn't you change these clothes?
He's not letting me move. What can I do?
If he's feeling the pain, then tell him to come and take rest.
Let's go, dear. Come.
Hey, why're you moving? Call me if you need anything.
Can she call you for everything? - Go. Let her take some rest.
This is not fun. Oh, no! I'm scared she'll have a fever.
Hey, lie down. Your dance is done!
You're torturing me for this! - Hey, there might
be rust in it. It'll become.. What was that?
I don't know. - It'll become septic. Tetanus!
Then we can't do anything. - Really?
Lie down then. I'm not interfering. Oh, no! I don't know much.
Then do one thing. Tell our elder brother to come.
Oh, that's not needed. I just laid an assumption.
Are you feeling feverish?
Check her temperature, Ms. Punchiri. - Let me see.
Oh, fever.. No. - So there's no problem. - Yes.
That's why I said, if you lie down like this..
Get up.. - Oh! - Do one thing now.
Yes. We still feel like seeing your dance. - Yes..
Sit.. - So let us watch.
What is this? We can't hear you. - Oh!
Yes, now we can.
Oh, no! Bangles! - Hey! - That's not needed.
Yes. Hey.. Smell this incense stick.
Yes. Go ahead and take a sip.
Sivankutty, I understand your grief.
You've flunked in tenth standard.
And the girl who played with you since childhood, Meenakshi
has passed tenth standard with distinction.
Look here.
Don't you love Meenakshi? - Yes.
Then go ahead and drink it.
I don't need it.
This is just an initial discomfort.
After that, it's very comforting.
Hey. - Yes? - Do you know who this is? - No.
It's our army man's son. The one in Nagaland. - Is he?
Smell this gently. See. Then take this.
Just blow like this.
Good job.
Mr. Erussery, how will I face the villagers now?
Come here every day and have two drinks.
Then look at the faces of those idiots like this!
Yes, like that.
Do you want to study, join the military
and go to Nagaland, get hurt by the tribals there
and die like a street dog? Tell me!
I want to see my mom. - You want to see your mom?
I want to see my mom! - You drank so much
and you want to see your mom!
If I take you to her in this state, Ms. Punchiri
will beat me to a pulp. - Let her beat you, man.
Take him. - I'll take care of that!
I want to see my mom! - First get sober, man.
I'll take you home. My legs are shaking.
No, I want to see her now. - How will I face that devil?
Do you want to see your mom? - I want to see my mom.
No, I want to see her now!
Come here, dear. Let me see.
Hey, wouldn't the one who bought it want to see?
Come here, dear.
If you're that arrogant, I'll leave.
What is this, dear?
Come here. Why're you so shy?
Let your brother look at you. Come here.
Oh!
Well, the dress is good. The skirt..
Didn't the cloth suffice, dear?
It's readymade. The length isn't enough. Still, it's fine.
This is the trend these days.
If Chettachan finds this, he'll burn it to ashes.
Keep it aside. Don't let him know.
You can use it after you go to the hostel.
One more thing, you're too shy.
You need to leave it here.
People these days are judged based on their smartness.
Smartness. She lacks it.
Unnikrishnan has brought her up old-fashioned.
If that's so, you could've taken her and brought her up.
Stop blabbering and leave, Ramakrishnan.
Oh! Even I feel shy looking at this.
Remove and hide it somewhere, dear.
These won't suit you, dear. Go.
Silly clothes!
I'm not boasting, but my daughter is very intelligent.
She doesn't need books. - Teacher?
It's the first time Meenakshi is staying away from home.
So are all the girls who come for pre-degree.
Isn't it so? - Yes. - Yes, you're right.
But in the hostel.. - Just a minute.
She doesn't have parents. I'm everything for her.
I don't have the heart.. - You'll get used to that.
But my daughter is not like that.
Well, they're going to stay here. They've to get used to it.
That's right. - Still, they've to be monitored.
You're right. - Sure.
Come.
Let me see if everything is there.
Here, sticks. - Okay.
Oil, herbs, medicines
and coriander powder. - Hi.
Welcome, Meenakshi. I'm Teresa. - I'm Sudha.
I'm Suma. - I'm Manju. - There's pickle here. - Hi.
Hi.. - Everything's there, Chettachan.
You may leave, Chettachan. - Bye. - Bye.. - Oh!
He's from the countryside.
I shall leave. I'll come by on Saturday morning to take you.
Can't you come by Friday evening?
Then I'll come on Thursday.
Can't you come on Wednesday then?
Well, it's just a matter of one day.
I'll come tomorrow morning.
Keep your hair dry, or you'll get a fever.
Can't you come by Thursday then?
You shall not go for the excursion.
Mr. Warrier..
Who is that? - It's me. - What?
It was you!
What is it, Unni? - I need to make a call.
To whom? The doctor? - No, to Meenakshi.
Where? - To the hostel.
You just came here after dropping her at the hostel.
What's the emergency?
I feel suffocated without her at home.
I want to hear her voice.
If you become restless.. I don't want to say the rest.
Call if you know the number. - Drat! The number..
If we check the directory..
How can that number be in our directory?
If we call the enquiry..
It's almost 11 p.m. How can you call the ladies' hostel now?
You better go and sleep.
Hello. Ramakrishnan here.
Sleep like an log!
Hello! - H-Hello.
Is this Dr. Brother?
What're doing up at this time?
I can't sleep.
Meenakshi has been with me for the past 10-15 years.
I'm all alone for the first time.
She must be scared to death at the hostel.
Possessiveness is a disease.
If you can't control it, you'll have to suffer.
You better sleep, Dr. Brother. Goodnight.
I did not sleep yesterday.
Good morning. Excuse me.
Go and get your luggage. We can go.
I have college today.
Your college will be here. No one will destroy it.
I came to take you with me.
Don't waste time. Make it fast.
So, won't we return? - Stop raising questions!
Come when I tell you to. Now go.
It's dad..
Gosh, Chettachan!
I spent the whole night roaming around.
I tried a lot not to, but finally came to the hostel.
You don't have to go to college, dear.
Don't go anywhere.
Without you, this house seems soulless.
I'll become insane if I stay here alone.
Chettachan.
I've to go to college.
I want to study.
Will you let me?
I should, and I will.
I can understand you.
Your grief.
Y-You can go back today.
I'm serious. You may go, dear.
You guys were here.
Don't waste time. We shall leave.
Get up..
I won't feel like coming back if I come with you.
Mr. Warrier will drop you. You may go, dear. - Yes.
What? - I'm not going today.
Couldn't you have told me earlier? You're driving me nuts.
I'm leaving. Both of them are alike!
They think they're unique.
Has she packed stones in these?
What're you doing? - Hey.
Fool! - Come on. Let's see.
You're checking out people's luggage.
What is this? To clean?
For body massage. - Wow!
What's this? Hey! - Beautiful colour.
Damn. - Feel like we're in a dream world. - Who wears this?
Damn..
What's this? - Looks like a bed sheet.
Wow! Midi!
Yay!
You naughty.
"She's scared like a deer on the run."
"Her heart is haunted by mysterious thoughts."
"She's always shying away."
"Her shyness is like the thorn in a flower."
"She's like a touch-me-not plant."
"She is like a melodious folk song."
"To swim in the lotus pond."
"Turmeric and other exotic herbs."
"That's all that is required for a girl to bathe."
"She's scared like a deer on the run."
"Her heart is haunted by mysterious thoughts."
"She started from her house with everyone's blessings."
"She left the village, but did not reach the city."
"She started from her house with everyone's blessings."
"She left the village, but did not reach the city."
"She smears sacred ash on her forehead."
"She uses earrings and nose rings."
"She covers her body using a sari."
"Her long hair should keep growing."
"Still she is very pretty."
"She's scared like a deer on the run."
"Her heart is haunted by mysterious thoughts."
"Who is the prince who comes to impress you in your dreams?"
"He's the lover who came like the wind in search of the flower."
"Who is the prince who comes to impress you in your dreams?"
"He's the lover who came like the wind in search of the flower."
"Will you surprise me?"
"Will you hum a romantic song?"
"Will you place your hands on my chest?"
"Will you cover your body with flowers?"
"The sneaky girl is always shy."
"She's scared like a deer on the run."
"Her heart is haunted by mysterious thoughts."
Hi. - Hi. - Hello.
Let's go.
This is nice! You look smart when you changed your attire.
Well, elder brother.. - What? - Elder brother gave it. - Okay.
Oh, I shouldn't have got this. It's a skirt and top.
Both of these suit you. Here, keep it.
Hey. What is that?
Your nails look good. What? - When those girls forced me
I did it. - Let it be. You may do it.
Okay. Know your limits.
The feast will be good if the ingredients are good.
So, as I said, Erussery will be there by the noon of 24th.
I'll be there by dusk.
Should you note it down on a calendar or a diary?
No. I've noted it in my mind, like dad.
Shall I leave? - Okay.
Chettachan? - Yes.
Why're you not wearing pants now, Chettachan?
Oh, what shall I say?
Did they fire you, or did you walk out of your job, Chettachan?
You made me do all that, and now you're asking me?
Shall I ask a doubt then?
Will you get that job again?
Catering is a dull field of business.
If someone asks..
You feel embarrassed to tell others about it, don't you?
Oh, it's not that. I just made a suggestion.
Tell your friends that I work at a bank.
Wipe the grease and sweat off your face.
I'm not the bride groom here. Who cares!
I told you. - It's that, right? - Yes, of course.
Isn't that Meenakshi? Look.
That's not her. She looks like.. - Yes, man.
Who are they?
What're you doing here?
You've surprised me. - It's my teacher's wedding. - Is it?
These must be your classmates, right? - Yes.
This is my brother, Dr. Ram Krishnan.
It's not Ram Krishnan. It's Ramakrishnan.
You don't have the right to change my name.
This.. - I'm the cook here. The one who cooks food.
You may call me the chief cook. - Hey, what..
I have some work. I'll meet you later.
Nirmala wants to meet you, she knows you're here in the college.
The one who went now is Chettachan.
You never wanted to meet me.
But I felt like meeting you.
So, I am here.
Be bold.
Don't you have any manners?
Who are you, girl?
What do you want?
You never wanted to meet me.
But I felt like meeting you.
So, I am here.
Meenu! If you don't mind, sit there. - Sit there.
Come on, sit.
I can't tolerate it anymore.
Tell me.. Who are you?
You'll lose it if you get to know.
Come on. Proceed..
If you were kind and humane, I would've lived as your daughter.
Here, in this house.
To be frank, I feel like tearing you apart.
But..
Meenu, what are you going to say?
When I saw you, I couldn't hate you anymore.
Oh, my God!
Meenakshi.
Really, I can't believe it.
You have won me over.
I can't believe I stayed away from you this long.
Shit. Damn.
Chettachan, just for this weekend
let me be free, please.
You don't have to come if you don't want to.
But I need to know the reason. - Well..
One of my friends' dad will come here.
He is coming to pick me up.
Please, Chettachan. Can I go?
Is that really necessary?
Or else, she will be mad at me.
We can't let them be mad at you.
I'll be all right even if you don't come with me.
You can go.
I will be on my way.
I will come back by about next week.
Where's your nail polish? There won't be any trouble..
"If you dance delightfully and actively"
"then we can live in peace and prosperity."
Nirmala, actually, what kind of a performance is this?
Meenu, is it 'Koodiyattam'?
No. It is 'Ottamthullal'.
Really?
Where did you learn it from?
I have seen this at temple festivals back home.
That is not all.
She knows 'Kuchipudi', Mohiniattam and Bharatanatyam too.
Oh, I see.
Her beautiful body says it all.
Some years ago, this long hair would've been called beautiful.
I would have gone mad if I had this much hair.
For introducing this talented and beautiful Meenu to us
we thank Ms. Nirmala.
We are just not saying a thank you.
We have an idea.
What is that?
Let us send Meenu to the Miss Cochin competition
representing our club.
Shall we? - Definitely.
'I can't be a model all the time. It's really unnatural.'
'It's not.. And it's not really me.'
'And it's not. Most of the girls of LA..'
'You know.. When they are not working, they are relaxed.'
'Much more relaxed.'
'And Stephanie makes the job look so easy.'
Meenakshi?
There is a program in the Fine Arts Hall.
She said that she'd be a little late.
Ms. Ramakrishnan is the one who picked her up.
Fine Arts Hall, right? - Yes.
Did you ask him? Is he okay with this?
I need to know.
Chettachan won't let me do it if I ask him.
So, I didn't ask him.
'An evening of exceptional beauty.'
Miss Cochin competition.
How much? - Look there.
'This is provided to you by..' - I will take the Rs. 100 one.
'Jenitha publicity.'
Nimmi, you..
Please. Shouldn't you be encouraging her?
He won't be okay with so much public exposure.
Come on. Come with me. Let's go.
Doctor, you can't interfere at this last minute.
Meenakshi is the pride our club.
Miss Cochin contest, 1993.
Ladies and gentleman.
Now on the stage, code number 234.
Super. - Look, look.
Look there.
Hi..
Code number 305.
Here comes code number 101.
Now, that is a good piece of meat.
Give her a big hand!
Oh, my God.
Come here, babe.
Come down here, babe.
What did you say?
Oh, my God.
You..
I..
I am the one who raised her.
I won't let you lay a hand on her.
I won't let you lay a hand on her even if I die.
You.. Let go..
Get out of here..
Let me go. Who the hell are you?
Do you want to know? I am your father! - Let it go, sir.
Well.. - Stay away.
'Meenakshi, the Miss Cochin this year.'
Now, everyone in the club might be jealous of me.
Meenakshi got the crown. Why would they be jealous of you?
Because Meenu is mine.
Everyone is saying that she is my daughter.
You can expose your wife and her people to the public.
You will see my true self if you listen to her
and do this to my Meenakshi, Brother.
You should behave yourself in someone else's home.
Nimmi, go inside. - This is my house.
I will stay here. - Please don't destroy my Meenakshi.
Mind your words. - Nimmi!
You might destroy her. That is your culture.
I didn't raise her for 16 years to be like that.
If she changes even a little..
I know she won't. But if she does, I won't be able to bear it.
Don't put the blame just on Nimmi. There is no need to blame anyone.
Let me.. - She is not a kid anymore.
The city, college and hostel will influence her to change. - No.
Meenakshi will never change. I know.
You wouldn't understand.
It pains me like a father, mother and brother.
I am afraid of people like you.
Checking.
Meenakshi.
The Miss Cochin, Meenakshi.
This celebration is for you.
So, come and join us please.
Come on.. - Come on..
Come on..
The reason we organised this
is to change this mood of yours, Miss Cochin.
So, have it.
One is orange juice and one is Cola.
You can have either one, Meenu. - The choice is in your hands.
Tell me the truth. What is it?
Please. - Come on.
Here. This one or that one.
Choose either one.
Not that one. - Not that.
Chettachan!
You are afraid..
They are just messing with you.
We know your Chettachan is a boring person.
True.. - True..
Just a hick. - No, he is not.
They are trying to make you a hick like Chettachan.
Thanks. - Okay.
No. Please.
I am feeling dizzy.
Really? - Is it? No, you are perfect.
Am I okay, Sudha?
You are perfectly all right. - There is nothing wrong with you.
Perfectly all right.
Excuse me. Excuse me, please.
Our next item is the most modern interpretation
of Mohiniattam.
Come on, Meenakshi. Let's dance.
Hey!
Get away!
Meenakshi. - Wait.
Cool it, man. - Get lost!
Meenakshi.
Let me be free.
Look here!
You are done with your college and celebrations. Get in there.
Get in there!
I will break your legs if you try to get out of here.
Aren't you ashamed to run around with those delinquents?
You fool!
I will kill you!
You were born to destroy everything.
You killed your own mother at birth.
I am not going to say anymore.
Dropping her studies and locking her in here.
What are you thinking?
Is she the mad one, or is it you?
This is a little too far.
Do you know what she will think if you do this?
She will hate you. And she will be angry at you.
Then, it will be too late.
Do you understand? - Then, what the hell do I do now?
You should make her understand in a calm and loving manner.
She didn't do anything bad, did she?
Drunk as hell.. - What?
And also her ridiculous dressing..
Have you seen her recently?
Would you agree with me if I told you your clothes are bad?
That is not how a girl should be. - Then?
Walking around with no shame.
I can't even say it.
We can't blame her.
You are just overthinking this.
Each time she takes a step forward
you are taking one backwards.
That is the truth.
Meenakshi.
Dear.
Please open the door.
Isn't it your own Chettachan, who got mad at you?
It's not that bad, is it?
Open the door.
Dear.
Meenakshi!
Damn it.
Why is she not saying anything?
Meenakshi.
Meenakshi!
Meenak..
Oh, my God!
Look at you.
Oh, God! What happened to your hair?
Why did you cut it all?
Okay, Leave it.
Why are you making Unni sad?
God will not forgive you if you hurt him.
He has gone through a lot to get you here.
Look. Go and apologise to him.
Get up. Let's go to him.
Oh, my God! - You..
How dare you? - Don't. I said, don't.
Stay away. - I can let it go if she hits me.
But do you know how much she has done for you?
She is the one who fed you. Hit her! - Don't.
Didn't you kill your own mother? Now kill her too.
What are you saying? Get out of here.
She is dead to me. Go back to Nirmala.
They will look after you now.
Never forget that I gave up my life for you.
You haven't done anything for anybody.
You lived for yourself, Chettachan.
Don't try to scare me. I will tell you every detail.
Didn't you kick my father out to save your own pride? - Dear.
You just had to be the generous guy even after cheating a poor woman.
You left her using me as the excuse.
Have you ever thought about her?
Dear! - I know even if you don't.
She is still unmarried.
You had to earn other's sympathy by blaming your own brother.
That is why you raised me.
Why are you just standing there, Chettachan?
Leave already!
No. This is not our Meenakshi.
She would never say this to me.
What do I do if we can't understand each other?
To tell you the truth, I don't want to go back there.
I hate it there. I am fed up with that place.
Since he is not married
and could not find a real job
there will be some frustration.
Also, he is angry with me too.
What can I do about this?
Why am I being harassed?
No. I won't allow it.
I will live as I please.
Since she left that day
there hasn't been any communication between us.
I thought she'd come here last weekend.
This is too persistent. You guys are being too stubborn.
There is no harm in you apologising to her.
She will be here the next Sunday.
I know that. - How do you know that?
That is her birthday. She will be here.
Anyway, you should go there.
She should be here even without us inviting her.
She will definitely come.
I know she will.
You should come to my home that day.
She will be there.
"Happy birthday to you."
"Happy birthday, dear Meenu."
"Happy birthday to you."
Give me a bigger piece. Thank you.
Okay.
Hi - Hi.
Hi! Happy birthday. - Thank you.
Hi, sweetheart. - Hi.
How are you? - Fine, Thank you.
This is Dr. Mathachan. - Yes.
Eat something before you leave. - Hi. - I will come to you.
Bye.
You should go after dinner.
Don't you want the cake, Brother?
No. - This is a pineapple cake.
Give it to everyone.
Thank you..
Brother. - Unni.. - Let's go and meet my friends.
Come on..
Hey.
This is my elder brother.
Hello. - Don't you know Teresa, Brother?
Don't you?
This is Manju. - Hello. - Sindu. - Hi.
This is Suma. - Hello.
Hello - And this is Sudha.
In which hospital do you work? - City Hospital.
You guys should talk. I can't stay here.
I will be back. - Okay.
I knew you would come.
It's offertory from the temple.
You should give it to her.
I will pray for her.
She will come back to you.
You can go.
It's not just her birthday today
it's the day our mother died.
Look at their faces.
Not a single one of them has any regrets.
These five should be taken away from here.
At this very moment, take them away from here.
I have been observing them for a few days.
They are not on the right path.
Whenever they came in late, I gave them a warning.
I turned a blind eye and ignored most of it.
But yesterday, it was too extreme.
They were a nuisance in the mess hall yesterday.
They were behaving very irresponsibly.
They might not even remember it now.
Who do they think they are? Not a care in the world.
That will only work in your own homes.
Get them out of here. Spoil them some more.
I will teach you a lesson! - No! - Come here! - Not here.
Come with me!
I haven't said a word to her.
I wanted to, a lot of times.
But then, I just left the room.
Who am I to advise her? I am just a nobody.
You shouldn't say that.
She is a distressed soul.
She will never change, Mr. Warrier. Never! - Don't. - I know.
Wait for a few days.
I will talk to her.
A good word might work.
I raised her with so much care.. I still love her a lot.
If you had got married and had a family of your own
this would not have happened.
She means the world to me.
My world.
You're sick. Don't stay here alone.
Either come home
or go to Mr. Warrier's house.
Shall I tell Sivankutty to go and get Meenakshi?
No.
Drink this water.
It's because of your stubbornness.. - What?
Nothing!
You are paying for the tears and sadness of Ms. Meera.
If you had welcomed her that day..
But you only cared for Meenakshi.
Now where is Meenakshi?
What else can I say?
Is it true that Meera is still unmarried?
I don't know.
Can't you at least enquire about it?
You have no answers for anything, do you?
She acts deaf when I ask her about marriage.
She always wastes her time staring at the books.
You have a daughter, don't you?
What's her name? - Meenakshi.
Is she married?
She is not old enough to get married.
One has to be fortunate to get married.
You could have brought Meenakshi as well.
I didn't tell her I was coming here.
She wouldn't have let you come, right? - No, it's not that.
She has changed a lot.
She's the one who put a wedge between you and me.
Now, she has left me all alone.
Sudden loneliness..
Meera, can you come with me wherever I go?
I was furious at you for a long time.
I was heartbroken.
I had waited for you for a long time.
But now, it's too late.
As always, the reason is my father.
I'll talk to your father.
When he sees you, he'll mourn with regret.
But he'll never utter..
Come, Unni.
He was paralysed two years ago.
He was benumbed and unconscious for three months.
Now, he's like this.
He can't talk.
Maybe, he does recognise people.
Father. Do you recognise him?
We are ill-fated.
Meenakshi and my father
will always be a hurdle between us.
I can't leave my father and come with you.
It's all right. Don't come.
Just think I wasn't here.
I think they are college students.
We can't distinguish between the men and the women.
I'm the one who showed them the way.
When did you see them? Was it a while ago? - Yes.
Do you know where they come from? - Why?
The way they dress makes us think they are actors.
Where are you going? - Fishing.
Get me one too!
My boss is upset with me.
Tell him to mind his own business.
I escaped from him by telling him that I'll commit suicide.
Hey, we are staying at the Women's Club Hostel.
You can also come.
But Meenakshi can stay with Ms. Nirmala.
Hello, come here! Drink some toddy!
No, Biju. Let's go back.
Look how scared you are!
Scared.. - Will you be serving crab curry?
There's crab, carp and frog's leg.
Come!
No.. Let's go back.
Look at how she's changing her colours.
If you're afraid, you can leave. We are going in.
Wait..
Ready.
Let the camera roll. Everyone should be in the frame.
That's difficult. - Then just me will do fine.
Come on. - Camera roll! Come forward.
There's a pit there. - Yes, I saw it.
Come on, Biju. Please..
Let's go back. - Get the goats too.
Now we'll go to the toddy shop.
Hurry up. - I'm coming..
Come faster. - I'm coming fast.
Come.. I'm coming..
Stop there. - I have stopped.
This is not the city bar. It's a classic toddy shop
owned by this guy.
'Toddy.' - Get the board..
Steady.. - Toddy! - Please.
We'll film the inside of the shop.
I'm not coming inside.
Come on. - Come on. Why are you not coming?
Come on. - Come on.. - Okay. I don't mind.
This is the natural drink of Kerala.
With natural people.
One minute..
Naturally adulterated.
That's enough.. Enough filming. - What?
The rest.. On the silver screen!
Dear, it's pure alcohol. - Drink some.
Hello, where are you from?
Please sit.
Teresa, please come. Let's go.
Are you not eating anything? - Please, let's go.
Please come, let's go.
What? - Show me the video. - Is this not the toddy shop?
Yes, it is.
Bring me two bottles.
Meenakshi! What the hell are you doing here?
Come here. - Meenakshi.
I said, come!
How could you..
I think I know her.
Isn't she Mr. Unni's sister?
Girls these days..
Times have changed.
Come here! You are not hesitant to embarrass your brother, are you?
Let me go! - Come!
I told you to.. - Meenakshi!
I will.. Get up! - Chettachan, let her go.
How dare you!
Don't.. - You're bringing shame to me..
Don't! - Let go of me!
Let me go! - Stop! - Let me go!
Come here. - It's all because of you!
Go! Go and rot somewhere! You wretch!
I'll burn you to death if I see you again. Get lost.
Listen to us, Chettachan. - You.. - Don't let him go.
Sometimes you are possessed by the ghost of Mr. Easwara Pillai.
What else can explain all this?
I hurt her so much.
It's not about who's right and who's wrong.
I shouldn't have beat her so badly in front of all those people.
It would've been different if this had happened in the house.
Will she lose her will to live and commit suicide?
She's in such an age. What if she..
My God, please watch over her.
Shut up!
A girl who's brave enough to go to a toddy shop
won't commit suicide.
She might've reached the doctor's house.
I want to see her.
She must be ambivalent.
I.. I'm afraid if she would do something stupid.
You don't have to worry.
She had come here.
She cried and told me everything in detail.
I let her cry because that would make her feel better.
She feels guilty.
She knows what she did was wrong.
Things will get worse if you are angry with her.
You are not patient enough to understand her feelings.
For you, love is insanity.
That's why she's staying at the hostel or with her friends.
Be calm. - I can't be calm unless I see her.
"And I too am Madonna.."
"A beautiful girl from Usilampatti with the sweetest voice."
"My neck got cramped while admiring her height."
"You can say and it may be great now."
"You can't deny it, pretty woman."
"Want to gulp. Sweet like Jalebi. Want to gulp."
Hi!
Sorry.
Where are Teresa and Beena? - Where are they?
They went out for some programme.
Okay, carry on. Okay, bye. - Bye.
They went out without telling me. I'll teach them a lesson.
Meenu.
Meenu, please.. - Biju.
What is this? - Meenakshi..
Don't scream. - Biju, please. No..
Don't scream.. Meenakshi..
Hey! Wait right there!
Hey.. - Get him..
Get him! Beat him! - Please. Leave me.
Move. - Please. Come on.
Pervert! - I didn't..
Let go of me. - Just come down.
Move!
Is Meenakshi here?
No. - No, she didn't come here.
When I went to the hostel and college
they said she might be here.
No, she didn't come here.
They said she came here. That's why I asked you.
What?
Hey, where is Meenakshi? - Come with me.
Tell me where she is!
Meenakshi!
Drink this.
I want to see Chettachan.
Where is he?
I want to see him.
I want to go home.
Take rest.
You are physically weak. You have to take rest.
I want to see Chettachan.
No. It'd be better that you don't see him now.
Hello.
I don't know what to do.
I can't take this anymore.
Meenakshi is adamant that she wants to see him.
What can we do?
There is no point in not telling her.
She has to know eventually.
It'd be better if you can come here quickly.
Meenu.
When you get there, maybe our brother..
It's okay if he scolds me.
I'll be at peace only after he scolds me.
I will..
I know what to do..
I know Chettachan.
When he is angry, he gets blinded by rage.
But eventually, he'll become calm and loving.
Then he'll tell me.. - I know.
The one who scolded you was the father side of him.
But now he's calling you as a brother who loves you so much.
It's things like that, isn't it?
She went to play..
I'll teach her a lesson.
I have told her many times not to play in the rain.
It's raining and they are playing.
I'll beat.. Wait and see.
Hey.. Where is she?
Unni. - Meenakshi.
She doesn't even listen. Now she's in the rain..
Meenakshi!
Meenakshi..
Unni..
If she disobeys, I'll beat her like this.
Then like this.
If she comes drenched in the rain, I'll beat her.
Meenakshi! - Hey!
S-Stay there..
Where is Meenakshi?
Where is she? - I don't know.
My God! I can't watch this.
Chettachan..
Chettachan.
It's me, Meenakshi.
Chettachan.. - What?
Chettachan. - Meenakshi..
Chettachan.
Meenakshi.
What happened to him?
Nothing has happened to him.
You mean everything to him.
He is just agitated because he thought he lost you forever.
With your effort, everything will be back to normal.
You just have to become the old Meenakshi.
She never listens to me.
She's trying to fool me.
I'll beat her..
Since you don't listen to me..
Don't talk to me.
I'll beat..
Do you know how much I love you? You are..
That's why.
Until yesterday, I was..
What?
I'll only go to bed after Meenakshi comes home.
I'm waiting for her.
She's still not here..
When it's her birthday
she won't eat lunch without me.
So, I won't go to bed before she comes.