OFFICE GRAM PANCHAYAT PHULERA
It will be out soon. Just hang in there.
I can't do this.
Could you please check the result for me?
Why are you so nervous?
I've put in years of effort.
Now I need to get through.
I'm bound to be nervous.
Come on, it's just an exam.
Sure. Easy for you to say since you've stopped prepping.
I stopped prepping, but I'll obviously move on to something else.
Like what?
Fine. Just send me your ID and password. I'll check.
Let me know as soon as the results are out.
Sending the credentials.
Sachiv Ji! Is the result out?
No, not yet.
-What's all this? -We've got beer, man.
You could've waited until the results were out.
Whether the result's good or bad, we're drinking anyway.
Hey! Why will it be bad?
No, I'm just saying we're ready for either scenario.
Don't underestimate Sachiv Ji. He's going to ace the exam this time.
Sachiv Ji, am I right?
Yeah, we'll see.
Oh, come on! We know it.
You'll score 120 out of 100!
-Absolutely. -Open the laptop. Why did you shut it?
Keep it here.
Have you ever even passed an exam? 120 out of 100!
Pradhan Ji, call it my foresight. You'll see.
Sure! You've never even scored 120 out of 1000.
-What are you-- -Academics just wasn't my thing.
Hey, what are you waiting for?
Open the laptop.
-Say a prayer. -And watch the magic happen.
Abhishek sir…
how much do you think you will score?
I'll be happy with a 98 percentile.
What's 98 percentile?
The number 98. What's confusing about that?
I got that!
I want to know what "percentile" means.
Percentile means…
Sir, what does it mean?
It means…
Basically, a 98 percentile will get you into a good college.
So, hitting a 98 percentile means we get to crack open the beers!
-Am I right? -Prahlad Cha, we're drinking anyway.
-Wait for the result to drop, man! -Hey!
Okay, listen up.
The weather's chilly. It's not like the drinks will get warm.
Right.
Please take your time.
Okay.
Call from home.
Makes sense. It's result day. Of course your family's anxious.
That's right.
I mean…
they're bound to be anxious.
I've read in the papers…
about students failing
and taking drastic steps out of frustration.
That's right.
That's why I thought we should come here.
That's good. You did the right thing, Prahlad Cha.
He truly has worked hard.
-Yes, he has. -He has worked hard.
The suspense before the results gets your heart pounding.
Yes! Yes! Yes!
What happened?
What is it, Sachiv Ji? Is the result out?
How much did you score, sir?
He just screamed with excitement! I'm sure he scored well.
Just tell us, did you hit 98 percentile?
Almost.
Almost?
I scored 97 percentile.
What's the verdict? Are we cracking open the beers or not?
I think we can.
As in, we can crack them open to celebrate, right?
-Yes, I mean-- -What do you mean? How's your mood?
If you were aiming for 98 but got 97, you're still in a pretty good mood
to crack them open, right?
With 97 percentile…
I'm sure I'll get into a decent college.
That is excellent!
You were seriously on edge about checking those results!
-You scared us, Sachiv Ji. -Well done.
-Congratulations. -From candlelight to emergency lamps,
he's powered through so much hardship.
Let's crack open those bottles!
-It's my family. -Okay.
Family?
They're calling again?
The call dropped as we were celebrating.
-That's alright. -I'll just talk to them.
Okay, sure.
They must be so happy.
Let's trust that God's grace finds us, just as it found Sachiv Ji.
That's right, Pradhan Ji.
If that actually happens, it's a week-long celebration for me!
Sachiv Ji, winning by a few more votes would still be a big win. Am I right?
Yes, I'm praying that Pradhan Ji wins, no matter what.
Otherwise, Banrakas…
will make things rough for us.
Oh, forget about Banrakas for now!
It's time to celebrate. Here's a beer.
Let me open it for you.
So, what's next?
Admission.
Well, you'll get into a decent college.
After that?
After that, I'll leave.
No, there's still about
four to five months left until the interview, GD, and admission.
I was thinking about starting a business.
What business?
I'll consult Papa.
You're the one who wants to do it, not him.
That's true…
but I think he'll have to do it too.
Once he loses the election, he'll have to find an alternative.
No. Anything can happen.
You never know with elections, anyone could win.
Let's see.
We'll find out tomorrow anyway.
Pradhan Ji seems pretty confident.
If he was scared of losing, he wouldn't have ordered 25 kilos of laddoos.
Last time he ordered 50 kilos!
Oh!
Well, let's wait and watch.
Let's just get 50 kilos made.
Once we win…
we'll order more.
Are you saying there's a chance we might lose?
We could win.
But it's best to be ready for any result.
That will help soften the sting of a loss.
Hold on to your faith in God.
Pradhan is having it made by a local confectioner.
Our confectioner is from Ballia.
Special.
That's true. And man, it's pretty pricey too!
Well, with laddoos that good, the price is no surprise!
Yes.
They are being made with pure, unadulterated ghee.
-Amazing! -That's right.
This is just Bhushan Bhai and Bhaujai's generosity.
I heard Pradhan's confectioner
is claiming to use pure ghee but is actually using vanaspati.
-Really? -Yes.
There's fakery in everything they're involved in!
Bhushan Bhaiya, are we going to be free of him this time?
What do you think?
Why do you think we are
shelling out all this money and making
50 kilos of laddoos?
Here, eat one.
-Pre-celebrate our win. -Yes.
There's a mix of feelings in the village.
Bhushan's vote count is high in the East.
Well…
Pradhan Ji has secured votes in the West.
Sufficient?
Actually, the real game
has been played by those at the East-West border.
No one is revealing who they voted for.
-That's the thing. -Yeah.
That's right.
-Those at the border… -Yeah.
Prahlad Cha…
Is Pradhan ji losing his influence?
Vikas, regardless of the outcome,
we're not leaving Pradhan Ji's side.
Never leaving his side.
We've stood by him and will keep standing by him.
-No doubt about it. -Absolutely.
Here.
What if Mom loses?
Then I will resign and leave.
What's the point of sticking around for another four months?
Alright, fine, I'll stay.
You want Bhushan to torment me, don't you?
I'll endure a little.
For love, I can endure this much.
Love?
What…
The other day, you texted me saying "love you."
Yes, because you sent me a "love you" message first.
I sent you that because I…
meant it.
So, why do you want to resign?
That's only going to happen if your mom loses.
If she loses, can't you stay back a few months and help her?
How can I possibly help her?
Kranti Devi and Bhushan will be my bosses.
Will they let me help her?
Give me the key.
Quick!
I was just…
Keep making excuses!
Darn it.
Oh, come on!
MOHAN SWEET SHOP
Are the kachoris hot?
Yes, kind of.
Pack these two, please.
VIDHAYAK FAKAULI
Pack two kachoris .
What?
I got here first.
Pack them for me.
You can get some from the fresh batch.
I'm in a hurry.
I'm in a hurry too!
Wait.
Pack them.
Why are you ladies fighting?
Kachoris aren't that hot, so why not grab some samosas…
Okay, wait just five minutes. The fresh batch will be ready soon.
I want these.
I want these as well.
Tomorrow, when the election results drop, all that arrogance will be crushed.
How's that?
Just like your father's hopes in the election were crushed
and his horse was snatched away?
Like that?
-Papa! -Papa!
What does he want now?
Yes, Pradhan Ji?
Sachiv Ji, did you buy what you were supposed to?
What?
Oh, muffler! I'm here at the shop. I'm on it.
I'll take the blue one, please.
Also, if you've bought the muffler, please head to Mohan Sweet Shop.
Why? You want more laddoos?
No, man.
Rinki and Vidhayak's daughter have started fighting there.
Please go and mediate the fight between them.
What exactly are they fighting over?
I'm not sure. Something to do with kachoris , I think.
Kachoris , Vidhayak Ji.
Go there and settle it without any fuss.
Okay.
Don't go there and stir up more drama.
Okay. Should I take some men along?
No. I get it, Vidhayak Ji.
It's between the ladies. No need to blow it out of proportion.
-Go. -Okay.
Ma'am, I'm leaving this here.
You ladies can fight it out if you want.
Just don't fight inside the shop.
We've got fresh kachoris too. Try one, they're amazing!
Everyone likes hot kachoris .
I don't get why you're fighting over cold kachoris!
Try to make her understand.
Rinki placed the order first.
Hear me out.
Just take a couple of thousand and let us have the kachoris.
I'll hit you…
and break your jaw!
Hey!
Need a reminder of the face massage I gave you?
That was a whole different situation.
I dare you to try touching me today.
Sachiv, I heard your teeth came loose.
You're lucky I let it slide without filing a case.
That's good.
Only dumbfucks bring up legal trouble.
Real men face fights head-on.
Well, you won't get it.
Hey! Oh, man!
We're even.
Now you don't make this a legal issue
like a dumbfuck.
Go grab your damn kachoris!
And you… let's go!
He thinks passing exams makes him a hero!
-Ma'am, take your kachoris . -Get lost!
I don't want cold kachoris!
Keep it to yourself!
What the hell!
Hang on. It's too cold.
I'll just…
One second, I'll throw this muffler on.
Okay.
Let's go.
What's wrong?
Wait.
Why'd you put it on like that?
Let me just get this…
What are you doing?
I held back the other day because you were hurt.
Don't expect that to happen all the time.
Should've taken a few hits today as well.
Come here.
Who told you that's how a muffler's worn?
That's how fathers usually wear them.
Maybe your mother didn't teach your father properly.
Look at that.
So much better.
SUGGESTION BOX
They're here to handle security today.
I see.
You know how sensitive this village can be.
Well, you've had your fill of fighting even before the elections began.
You must be worn out.
I hope you people won't cause any trouble…
once the results are out.
Doesn't seem like it.
Stay on patrol in the area.
If you catch anyone planning violence, rough them up!
Teach them a lesson!
It's the DM's order! Understood?
-Yes, sir! -Yes.
Have you got a hearing date?
The court isn't giving a date right now.
Nothing yet.
Word is, you're going for an MBA soon.
Got decent marks. Now let's wait and watch.
Well, if you got decent marks, you should move on from here.
Why are you stuck in this political mess?
Come on…
these people are gonna be here their whole lives.
But that's understandable.
What's tying you down to this place?
Tell me.
Disperse in every direction!
Counting's underway. We'll know the results soon.
Be alert!
Okay. Mull over my words.
The carburetor's clogged up.
Pradhan Ji!
Is 25 kilos of laddoos good, or do you want more?
Make it 50.
Okay.
Sit.
What are you two doing here on result day?
You should be back in the village.
Just came by to seek your blessings.
What will you do with all these blessings?
Alright. You have my blessings.
What else?
Did you order laddoos or not?
-We've ordered 50 kilos. -Just 50 kilos won't be enough.
-Chottan! -Yes, Vidhayak Ji?
Send them 50 kilos from our side too.
-Got it. I'll get it done. -Okay? Yeah.
Who's at the counting center right now?
Binod and Madhav.
-Oh, those two! -Yes.
-Chottan! -Yes, Vidhayak Ji?
The counting center's probably packed.
You better keep watch too.
-I'm on it. -Yes.
-Vidhayak Ji. -Yes?
If I win today, I promise
I will get your horse back for you.
Not just any horse.
Sitara.
His name is Sitara.
Why did you remind me?
Please forgive us for referring to Sitara as a horse.
I didn't mean to hurt your feelings, Vidhayak Ji.
No, that's okay.
Bhushan…
it's my daughter's demand as well.
Sitara must come back, no matter what.
We will bring him back, Vidhayak Ji.
We're just waiting to hear good news from the counting center.
- Dinesh Babu has won! -Hello? Hello?
DO NOT ENTER BY CLIMBING THE WALL
-One minute. - Dinesh Babu has won!
Bhaiya, our luck has turned!
Bhabhi has won! Yes!
Who knows…
when our luck will change, Madhav.
It will change, Binod Bhai.
It will. Keep your faith in God.
Sewing Machine from Akbarpur.
-Sewing Machine from Akbarpur… -Binod Bhai…
winning would be such a wonderful feeling. Right?
I get goosebumps every time I think about it.
My heart won't stop thumping.
I keep rushing to the washroom because of the nerves.
Check out those two nosy ones sitting over there.
Well…
what's the news?
If I had news, I wouldn't be sitting here chewing tobacco.
Maybe sitting around and chewing tobacco is still what matters most to you.
Come on! It's result day. Don't be absurd.
Come sit. The main road's swarming.
We can just scale the wall for updates. Take a seat.
Keep the crowd in check.
-Keep the crowd in check. -Prahlad Bhai.
Don't crowd the main gate.
What did it feel like, becoming the Upa-Pradhan for the first time?
The first time…
You will feel it when you get there.
No.
I must admit, it feels amazing.
Shall we pop in and check?
Yes, let's go.
Keep the crowd in check.
Don't crowd the main gate.
-Who is it? -Bhushan Bhaiya.
-Yes, Bhaiya? -We won!
What?
We have won! All of us!
Pintu's mother beat Manju Devi!
She defeated her by 73 votes!
Come here, give me a hug!
Bhushan, you did amazingly well!
You've claimed the victory! Here you go.
May you always be victorious!
-Call the other two as well. -Yes.
Quick, come to Vidhayak Ji's. We'll head to the village after.
Kranti Devi from Phulera has won by 73 votes.
You were right, Prahlad Bhai. It's such a great feeling!
Oh my God! Let's go!
-Glory be to Kranti Devi! -Glory be to her!
Give me a box of sweets.
Turncoats!
All of them are turncoats!
All of them…
-They're all backstabbers! -Hey!
-Those… -No, Pradhan Ji!
-Pradhan Ji! No! -Those traitors!
-Let go of me! -Calm down.
-The entire village betrayed us! -Calm down.
-Please calm down. -Every last one's a traitor!
-Calm down. -All traitors!
-Calm down. -No!
-It's okay. -All traitors!
Calm down, man.
Pradhan Ji, please. Bring the chair. Calm down.
-Easy. -All traitors!
-Papa… -Please, let it go.
-Get some water! -Yes, water.
Give him water.
-Here. -No!
-Pradhan Ji… -All traitors…
Traitors!
Bhai…
All traitors!
All of them. Traitors…
Pradhan Ji, we just lost by 73 votes.
That's like ten to twelve families.
We'll turn the tables next time.
A loss is a loss!
Doesn't matter if it's 73 or 730 votes!
-Glory be to Bhushan Bhaiya! -Glory be to him!
-Glory be to Kranti Devi! -Glory be to her!
-Glory be to Bhushan Bhaiya! -Glory be to him!
-Glory be to Binod Bhaiya! -Glory be to him!
Glory be to Binod Bhaiya!
Had you done your job right, these slogans would be for us.
Yeah, right!
You're the only smart one here.
I'm wrong.
You're the smart one…
Only you are the good ones!
Abhishek!
Give me a cigarette.
Pradhan ji, I don't have…
I know you've been stashing packs lately.
I see it in your pocket. Take it out.
-Take it out. -Okay, I'm giving it to you.
Hand me a cigarette.
I'm at fault.
I'm-- Give me the lighter.
Lighter.
I'm in the wrong.
Only you can do everything right.
You do everything, run the whole show.
You become a politician.
Everyone's a traitor.
All of them.
It's all my fault! I'm in the wrong!
I'll be late tonight.
I'll ring the doorbell. Open the door for me.
Open the door if you feel like it. Otherwise, don't bother.
Listen!
I might have lost today.
But mark my words!
I had the clout,
I still do, and I always will!
Good night!
All traitors!
Traitors everywhere in this village.
PRADHAN - MRS. MANJU DEVI
SACHIV - ABHISHEK TRIPATHI
So, Sachiv Ji…
are we leaving your name, or swapping it out as well?
It'll stay up for three to four months.
That's great.
It will be fun.
-What about him? -He's a goner.
Alright!
A perfect place to sit is right here.
Should Sachiv Ji stay in office or be removed?
What are you saying?
You're the Pradhan now. Your command is final.
Oh, come on!
It's my first day, so I'm asking.
Bhabhi, I must say, Bhaiya holds you in high regard.