Place your hand on this holy book and swear that
you will tell the truth and nothing but the truth, so help you God.
The night sky shines bright full of stars But do you see them all?
These stars have been around For a long time
You've seen them, maybe here, Maybe there, maybe everywhere!
There are countless stories Spanning centuries
And these stars Have been a part of every story
Welcome, dear viewers... to another episode of your beloved show...
Journey with the Stars!
Let's get a glimpse of the career of our guest for the day.
Where's my stuff?
The package has reached Madh Island.
My guy is on his way.
The cops have seized our stuff.
If that's the case, why are you alive, Shera?
JOURNEY WITH THE STARS
How is your father's health, Ganga?
He's getting better, sir.
Give me two weeks. I'll pay you back.
I don't need the money, you silly girl.
I just need some love.
No! No!
No!
JOURNEY WITH THE STARS
Can we stay the night?
Tonight's a full moon. And tonight--
Uncle! We're not scared of your silly ghost stories.
We're stuck here because our car broke down.
Why don't you guys freshen up?
I'll get some food.
JOURNEY WITH THE STARS
Sometimes, a trustworthy doctor.
How is he, Doctor?
-I'm sorry we couldn't save him. -Sometimes...
the Police Officer who arrives at the Climax.
Sometimes, the rich father of the bride...
Or sometimes, the butler.
Our guest for the day could play any role.
But his most popular role was that of
-Daaga's henchman, Shera. -JOURNEY WITH THE STARS
Mr. Daaga, I only have one principle...
"Just enjoying life, you got a better option?"
Ruby!
"Just enjoying life... you got a better option?"
Just enjoying life... you got a better option?
A traitor deserves death!
You can enjoy your life up in heaven.
I can't think of a character he hasn't played!
JOURNEY WITH THE STARS
Actors, or "stars", as we call them, live a glamorous life here in Mumbai.
And their lives shine as brightly as the stars do.
So, we're here today...
to get a glimpse of this heavenly home...
this life filled with happiness...
...and this effervescent character.
A star shining brightly in our city's skies
who has brightened up our lives.
We welcome... Mr. Sudheer.
-Hello, Mr. Sudheer. -Hello.
Look here!
Hello.
-Mr. Sudheer... -Yes.
Can you please recite your iconic line for our audience?
Just enjoying life... You got a better option?
Bravo!
-Mr. Sudheer... -Yes.
why do you think this line has become an iconic line?
I've no clue.
There was nothing special about it.
But Mr. Sudheer, do you know...
this line from your film Band of Robbers...
is still a rage on WhatsApp.
People, even today, put up Facebook stories on weekends.
"Just enjoying life... You got a better option?"
I guess it's just dumb luck that it got so famous.
I don't think it was that special.
You're being modest, Mr. Sudheer.
"Dumb luck" does not fetch you hundreds of films.
Those days "potatoes" were in great demand.
Potatoes?
Yeah... I mean...
Character actors like me were called "potatoes" back then.
Really?
Potatoes compliment everything. Veggies, chicken and even soup.
Whether it was a comedy, a thriller or a romance...
no matter who the lead actor was...
potatoes like me could fit anywhere.
But Mr. Sudheer...
the audience still loves you. They still remember you.
No.
The audience only care about the "Heroes".
I am a nobody.
-Cut it. -Oh, come on!
Sir, I think you're in a bad mood.
No, no. My mood is perfectly fine.
Sir, our show is meant to inspire people.
Now if you say, "I am a potato", "the line was dumb"...
how can we inspire anyone?
So, what do you want me to say?
Tell us some stories from the many films that you did.
I have a list of 490 films that you've done.
How many?
Sir, you know better. Here.
It's 499! Not even 490!
I've never counted my films. How do you know?
Sir, this list is available online on IMDB.
IMDB is a website.
They maintain a database of every film in the world...
and of all the people who work in films.
I got this list from the website.
This is the list of all the films you've done.
Your debut film in 1978.
-What is it called? -499 films?
Yes.
It also mentions the name of the character you played.
Beside Heera and Moti in Hong Kong it says...
That was you, right?
Your actor friend... Mr. Manmauji...
he entered the Limca Book of World Records last month.
Why?
Sir, he holds the world record...
for featuring bald in 300 films back-to-back!
International journalists had come to India to cover him.
A world record?
Yes!
Can we please read these resumes later?
-Let's shoot. We're losing light. -Yes, come on. Let's shoot!
-Hello, friends! -Sir, wait a minute.
Check the focus.
We're rolling.
Hello, friends!
I'm Sudheer!
Hello. Namaste. Good evening.
Let's go!
-Mr. Sudheer... -Yeah.
Today's young generation who are inspired by Hindi movies.
Many wish to come to Mumbai.
Any advice for them?
Bombay is full of colors. It's a world that enlightens--
-What happened? -The power--
This doesn't happen normally in Mumbai.
-Is it a power cut? -Yes. Just give me two minutes.
Please be seated.
Manisha, what the hell is this?
-Hey, Yadav! What's wrong? -What's wrong?
-What have you gotten us into? -Just stop--
-He says-- -Sir! The sun is going down.
We'll have to pack up soon if there's no power.
-No, no. I will fix it right away. -Sure, sir.
Yadav!
-Come on, guys! -You have no manners!
Yadav! How long will it take?
Just give me some time, sir!
There's a problem!
Sun is almost about to set. Hurry up!
Solve your stupid problems! Be quick!
I'll kick you out of the society!
-I knew this would happen! -What happened?
He's not talking to anybody. He's doing both the voices.
I can hear everything! There's nobody down there.
He'll be done soon.
-I've an idea! Let's have some tea? -No, no.
Superstar Amjad Khan was addicted to my tea.
Sit. Sit. I'll make some tea.
Great! Sit here and enjoy the tea!
Would you like black tea?
-What the hell! -It's good for health.
We can't shoot like this!
Pack up your stuff. Pack up.
There is no light. It is tough to shoot.
-Get the mic -Can I keep this file?
This one?
Sure, sir.
I'll take it when I see you the next time.
Goodbye, sir.
-Thank you, sir -Thank you.
I'm free on the weekends. You can come for the interview.
Okay sir! I'll give you a call.
-Okay. Bye. -Bye, sir!
The code word is Operation Black Cobra!
Alright, Shera Partner!
What are you having for dinner?
How come?
Papa's boss is home for dinner.
I'm allowed to drink cola as well!
Wow!
That calls for twice the cheers, Shera!
Is that Grandpa?
-Yes. -Give it to me.
Yeah.
How come you thought of us today?
Can't I miss you guys?
-Generally, you don't. -But today I did.
Then, you should have visited us.
I will come on the last Saturday of the month, as usual.
It's not a doctor's appointment, Papa!
You should come every week, meet us.
In fact, you should consider moving in with us.
Come on, Mrs. Complaint Box!
I called you to give you some good news.
I have some good news as well.
Ashok has been promoted and they've made him the All India Sales Head.
Wow. Good.
Great. Best wishes for Ashok.
Best of luck to him.
So, what was your good news?
No, nothing.
I just said it... just like that.
Are you drinking again?
No, absolutely not
I heard some glasses clinking.
Can't I drink some milk?
Yes, milk is very important.
Okay.
Someone's at the door.
I'll call you later.
Who was that?
Papa. He congratulated you.
Did you ask about moving in?
Yes, but he ignored it, as usual.
That's amazing, Sudheer!
I wish I could delete some films from that list.
Why?
There are howlers like, "Lonely Honeymoon"...
"The Tall Mafia", "Passionate Revenge".
They keep a record of every single film!
-Really? -Yeah!
But, Sudheer...
Why did you stop at 499? Why didn't you do one more?
How would I know. I never kept a count.
I would've completed 500 otherwise.
So, why not now?
Why don't you round it off!
Really? After all these years?
How will I get a role?
Why wouldn't you?
Look at your contemporaries.
Some are dead, some have joined politics.
Some are doing theatre and others are ranting on Twitter.
Sudheer, your path is clear.
I could make it to the Limca Book of Records as well.
Of course.
What a great accomplishment it would be?
I would finally feel like I've achieved something.
Just do it, Sudheer.
I promise you...
this one is going to be your best role till date.
Maybe your most special one!
Shera!
One, two, three, four...
One, two, three, four, Five, six, seven, eight
We've seen this guy somewhere!
How's your hair so silky?
It's natural.
Acting is an emotion.
It's a feeling.
A passion!
My dream is to play a character...
with a multiple personality disorder.
I'm yet to find it.
They offered me the father's role.
Why would I to the gym?
I turned it down.
-Nice. -There?
Seniors, that side.
If anyone can change my destiny, it's GCC!
Who's that? Come inside.
Okay, action.
Yes, I drink. I am a drunkard. Everybody's days are numbered.
Yes, I drink. I am a drunkard.
Remember me? I'm Bachchan!
Were you born a Bachchan or is it your screen name?
We played dacoits in Gangs of Ganges!
I drink whiskey and I drink rum.
I can drink gallons!
The cops arrested me.
I told them to stop! Even my father's an alcoholic!
I don't do auditions.
I'm here to meet Gulati. Your boss.
Everyone out there,
is here to meet Mr. Gulati. You are not special, sir.
-He is "The Sudheer"-- -Please, stop talking.
Just check my name on the IMBD list.
Is your name on this list?
Bro, if you are an actor...
please give me my space.
Please wait outside.
Lonely... I'm Mr. Lonely
I have nobody for my own
My guru! Am I dreaming? How are you?
Really?
I owe it all to actors like you!
Come... I'll show you the office.
Mr. Gulati... one chance!
Hey, come on! Be careful, actors are delicate.
Sir, where have you been?
Really?
I'm told you're now a big-shot casting director.
Are you still acting, or just casting?
That David sir's film, was my first and the last as an actor.
-Since then, only casting. -Why?
Ever Heard of Steve Bucknor?
He used to be a batsman.
He saw that batsmen around the world were facing injustice.
Any idiot umpire would declare them out, just like that.
So, he gave up batting and became an umpire.
They call me the Steve Bucknor of this industry.
I take care of all the actors now.
Great!
Sir, Mr. Singhania is calling.
It's about the casting we spoke about.
Dude, he's like family.
Sir, we have a code.
Whenever an actor bothers me, he pretends Mr. Sighania has called.
Sighania sounds like the name of a big producer, right?
Actors realize it and they leave.
He's always been a sly rascal.
That's how I welcome my actors.
An applause is what an artist lives for. Right?
Come, sit.
What will you have?
I think after veterans like Lalita Pawar...
Mr. Pran, Shakti Kapoor...
and that south actor Prem Nazir, you might be the only one.
I know, right?
Gulati, man...
I need something big for my 500th film.
People should remember my last film as my most special role.
Memorable!
I will figure something out.
Hold on! I'll talk to him!
Yeah, alright.
Sir, remember we cast Mr. Avtar Gill in the remake of that South Indian film?
The film is about to release next week.
Mr. Avtar's scenes need to be dubbed right away but he's vacationing in Thailand!
What the hell is he doing in Thailand?
Is he still alive and kicking?
Yeah, kicking us in the balls!
And ever since Thailand has started giving subsidies
every idiot from Mumbai shoots there.
This Avtar Gill still calls himself a "Bhatt camp" actor.
But I've gotten him every role he has done for the past 10 years
What do we do now?
Weren't you good at imitating people?
Come on...
That was ages ago.
Sir, let's give it a try.
-No, come on. -Yes sir, that's a great idea
No, no. Definitely not for Avtar.
Sir, please do this for me.
And I'll get you your 500th role.
A solid, fabulous and memorable one!
Please, help me, sir.
Mr. Sheikh... this desert refuses to end!
I think we might be lost!
Have faith in Allah, Habibi.
I will get you actors who look more tribal than the forest tribals.
Yeah, okay.
Isn't he that actor?
From that C-grade film controversy?
What happened?
Some cheap-ass film.
The director asked him to do a few push-ups.
And he inter-cut it with shots of that bikini model, Shehnaz.
Push-ups inter-cut with the model's face and her expressions.
-Can you visualize? -Hey! Hey!
-Is your dubbing setup ready? -Yes.
What are you? An encyclopedia?
Stop gossiping about such a senior actor.
Go for it!
Gulati, I have a suggestion.
Yeah?
Should I just dub it in my voice instead of mimicking Avtar?
We'll get caught. Think about it.
We got five scenes to do.
There are five scenes, sir!
And we can afford the studio just for an hour. Can you do it?
I can do ten scenes in that time. And we'll have some tea as well.
Now that's an old school actor! None of that digital nonsense.
Yes. Yes.
Have faith in Allah, Habibi!
Wow!
This desert and this treasure will change our lives!
Why did you have to run out?
Yeah?
Do you live here?
Yes, why?
-You live in this building, right? -Yes, why?
Do you have a locksmith's number?
No, why?
I just moved in.
I ran out to get her and locked myself out.
I left my phone inside as well.
Did Mehra get you this apartment?
I'll call him.
Mehra, can you come here? 102 needs a duplicate key.
He lives nearby. He'll be here.
No, no.
I have her for company.
What's the "company" called?
Because I'm from the city of Roorkee. She reminds me of my city.
Okay, bye.
By the way, I know you.
"You got a better option?"
No. I'm an actress as well.
-Really? -Yeah!
Have you heard of Desi Bachelorettes? I'm the second lead.
Who's making this film?
It's not a film. It's a show on YouTube.
The duplicate key is here.
Okay, bye.
Do you have what it takes?
Do you wish to make a name for yourself?
Yes! That's all that matters!
And the name is... GCC.
Film Stars can only do one film a year.
But character actors can break records!
They're more sought-after than Kim Kardashian!
Here we present...
Hey, Gulati!
What's my schedule for the day?
First up, a period drama.
Then, a motivational speech at a Senior Citizen Center!
Then, dance rehearsals for a wedding song.
A premiere screening in the evening.
And a cocktail party at the director's pad at night!
Hear that?
Acting and actors, now have a newfound respect.
We support the entire story.
We're not "Side Actors", the ones who can be kicked away at any point!
No more playing nameless cops, and faceless Doctors.
"Drop your weapons!"
What about that, sir?
"I have given him an injection. He should wake up in two hours"
I hope he never wakes up!
Throw away the lab coats,
the lawyer's robes,
the cop uniform, judge's wig, the wedding suit...
the politician's suit, the business blazer, the butler's shirt,
the helpless father's coat and the villain's sidekick's hideous scar!
Wow, sir! What a dialogue!
But this is your script for the day!
Am I talking to Mr. Sudheer?
Sir, I'm Raju Hirani, the director of 3 idiots and Sanju.
Gulati told me you are back in the game?
Yes. Yes.
Sir, I have a role just for you. I need your dates.
Oh, Raju! I mean-- Come on! You're embarrassing me.
Tell me where do we meet?
Sir, I am here to meet you.
Just step into your balcony.
My balcony?
Right. Of course.
-Two cups of tea, quick! -Okay.
Asshole! Come here!
Hey, Avtar! What's up?
You moron, you pissed over my 20 days of hard work!
I ran up and down in the furnace of that desert till I broke my back!
And now the bloody producer refuses to pay me because you did the dubbing!
Avtar, man!
Bollocks!
I was shooting in a no network area.
-I just did what Gulati told me-- -Shut up!
Did Gulati ask you to dub it in your own voice?
You could've at least mimicked me?
No! You wanted the industry to know that...
Mr. Sudheer is back! Right?
Get your ass here, you English clown!
Come on! Why are you recording this?
Sudheer, he's calling you. Come down.
What are you recording? Is this a circus?
Mind your own business!
You could have come upstairs. We could have talked.
Give me my money.
Buddy...
how can I get I the money?
The same way you got the balls to do my dubbing.
Or, I will drag you to Actor's association for the fraud.
He is in a meeting.
-Now he'll slap! -No, he won't.
What is this? Some tip?
-Don't block the view! -Move on!
-Is this some tip? -Stop touching me?
Let me go. I'll give you the money
Go inside!
What?
Hey, Guruji!
Avtar insulted me in front of everyone.
And they recorded it!
What will people think of me?
I have some self-respect.
Sir, your reputation is my reputation.
I promise that no one will tarnish your name.
Have you heard of The Prince of the Battle?
-Who's that? -Hey, pass me the tabloid.
Had you been there, I would've thrashed you!
Look at this, sir!
Superstar Rahul Chopra's next film.
Holiday release.
Would you like to play the prince's father?
-Will they stop the shoot if I say no? -Of course, they will.
You have your own style when you take these potshots as well.
Have this.
You have to keep the skin glowing. Keep having juices.
After all, the 500th role is about to begin.
When's the audition?
Your audition will be on Saturday at 02:00 p.m.
No, I won't--
I know, I know, but the director has shortlisted 5 names.
I told him shortlist 50 if you want!
I have Don Bradman, batting at an average of 99.99.
First you got me to dub, now auditions.
Come on.
Sir, just wait and watch.
-Buy a bucket of paint. -What for?
Because you are going to paint the town red!
Mr. Manmauji, show them your photo with the award.
-Come on! -Right away!
This is the photo.
Yeah!
That's the foreign journalist who interviewed me!
-Wow! -That's nice!
You look like a superstar, Mr. Manmauji!
-A superstar! -Yeah! That's a great picture!
Bullshit! I never wished to be a superstar.
Really?
I may be bald but I'm not blind!
Manmauji, what happened to that monster movie?
I passed it on to Birbal.
-Really? -Yeah.
Don't remind me of that movie.
I have grown old waiting for that payment.
Back then we were paid on time and there was always work.
Now everyone wants us to audition first.
Why are you afraid of auditions?
Everyone has to go for auditions!
Do one thing. Bribe the director with some expensive liquor.
-You'll get a call back! -Exactly!
I could never fathom how Avtar keeps getting work?
The producer that he is sitting with has been accused of molesting.
Also, he's thick with that Gulati.
Beware of Avtar.
He can steal anyone's role.
Come, let's have a drink
Where to?
Code word is, Black Cobra!
-What's this? -The witch's mane!
-This hair looks real. -This is real as well!
This will be our secret.
But isn't your birthday next week?
Today is the dress rehearsal for my birthday.
Just like the ones the have for your school play.
What's happening?
-Well you've surprised us today! -Yes.
Last night Ashok and I were talking...
about fixing your bedroom wall.
-The one at the back? -Yes.
Come on, that looks like Modern Art!
Please, Papa! It looks really shoddy.
Mehra Uncle must think that the daughter lives like a queen.
And treats the father like a peasant.
Why don't you move in with us?
Here we go again, Mrs. Complaint Box!
Tell your mother that your grandpa has his own life.
He's here to tell you that he won't be visiting you this Saturday
as he will be working.
-What work? -Some work.
Like what?
Like when I had quit, I did not know that I had done 499 films.
-Really? -Yes.
So?
So, now I will do my 500th with Rahul Chopra.
-Rahul Chopra? -Rahul Chopra!
-Really? -Maybe.
Namrata... get Anu ready.
Go with her.
-Anu isn't here! -Go change.
-Come, baby. -Come on, go with her.
We have to get ready for dance class.
Of course.
You remember what happened during your last film?
This is not that kind of a film.
This is a big film.
It has Rahul Chopra. Chandra Barot. It has a big holiday release.
Once I do this...
I would be amongst legends... Lalita Pawar, Pran, Shakti Kapoor.
But you promised me, you'd quit.
Why do you need to do it?
You have a house. You've income from the store's rent.
Do you really need money?
I'm not doing this for money. I'm doing this for me.
For myself.
It has always been about you.
Here's the rent from the store.
And this is for you.
Dp they still sell these?
Yes.
Why did you call these two at the same time?
I had called them half an hour apart.
Sudheer sir must've come early because he's excited?
Should've called them half a day apart.
Now handle it!
So, Mr. Dubbing artist?
Mr. Sudheer, Mr. Gulati wants to see you.
Devika, please cast him as my side kick.
See, I still look out for you.
The kingdom of Mewar still bleeds from history's wounds...
Sorry sir, for the other day. I didn't know...
Are you here to kill me?
No sir, this is to get you in the zone. Wear it.
Now's the right time...
Hey-- Just a second
Where do I look?
Anywhere except the camera.
Not in the camera.
-What is that place? -Mewar, sir.
The kingdom of Mewar still bleeds from history's wounds!
Remember! Mighty wars are won
not by valor--
You're just warming up, right?
What was this? Warm-up, right?
Let's do one more.
Yes, sure. A little softer, sir.
Ready? Ready. Yeah.
The kingdom of Mewar still bleeds from history's wounds!
Remember!
Mighty Wars are won
-not by your valor-- -Sir, just one minute.
Sir, this is a conversation between a father and son.
The son is eating an apple, you're having a drink.
It's a conversation. Just a conversation.
I thought we're going for a war!
There will be a war. There's a 15-day schedule for a war shoot.
But before the war, they must eat as well, right?
Gulati, isn't the screenwriting a little off?
Maybe this is what they call "realistic writing".
But this is what the director wants.
So just communicate.
-Father-Son? -Father-Son. Conversation.
Yes.
Son, let me communicate!
-The kingdom of Mewar still bleeds -No, no! Cut! Cut!
-from the wounds of history! -One minute!
Might wars are--
You're a sophisticated king!
But the dialogue is so heavy.
Heavy dialogues need a soft touch to leave a deeper impact.
Just have a conversation, sir. Less is more.
Give me two minutes, Gulati. Please?
Man, this old shoe won't fit, no matter how much we shine it.
Keep the camera rolling.
-Ready? -Yes, sir. Please come.
You see this sword?
-Should I chuck it? -Not at all.
Look at its shine and say your lines.
-Yes, dialogue. -How?
Forget the son. Just look at the sword.
We'll just try a rehearsal and let's see the impact. We'll record it later.
Just say the lines.
Yes.
The kingdom of Mewar still bleeds from history's wounds!
Mighty wars are won not by valor, but by those who hold their nerve.
Victory comes to those who wait for their moment.
But today...
the situation isn't favorable.
Cut, Got it!
-What? -Come here, sir.
I'll add some music to it.
But I didn't do anything.
Play it.
You recorded this?
-Take a look. -The kingdom of Mewar still bleeds
from history's wounds!
Mighty wars are won not by valor, but by those who hold their nerve.
Look at the goosebumps!
Victory comes to those who wait for their moment.
But today, the situation isn't favorable.
-That's your, natural? -Yes, that's natural.
-Soft and subtle? -Yes.
Okay, let's do another take.
But sir, I got it.
But I didn't even know... Let's do one more?
Sir, this is what I want. It's done.
I'll give you another one.
What about me?
What about the actor's satisfaction?
Your daughter isn't wrong either.
If my wife was alive, she would get me.
It is impossible to talk to my daughter.
Hey!
Your wife's favorite radio still works?
You haven't scrapped it yet?
Mehra, all things old are not useless.
Wow!
Did Marlon Brando ever wear a wig?
It's open.
My fridge screwed up, can I please get some ice?
We might be short on whiskey but never on ice.
In the freezer.
Why don't you come join us at the party?
No, my dear. We oldies will bore you guys.
-Yeah, that's true. -You enjoy, my dear.
Come on! It's my housewarming party!
My boyfriend, Jai, is a die-hard fan your movies.
You know what's common among all of them?
They play guitar?
Every single one of them committed suicide, exactly at 27.
Mass suicide?
No, individually.
Why?
It's a mystery...
Researchers don't have a theory either.
You mean, we're useless, if we don't die by 27?
How old are you?
Whenever I am asked, "What's up?"
I always say "Enjoying life... you got a better option?"
I remember a rare film of yours.
-Which one? -Earth meets the Sky.
Don't you love that film's song?
-These clouds, this season... -To be in love, we need no reason
He always sings it.
It's my favorite film. I loved you in the film, sir!
He had these facial scars... Everyone thought he was the killer!
But in the end, he turns out to be the good guy!
Earth meets the Sky?
-That film was a flop. -You know why? Because it wasn't typical.
Why did they always cast you in typical roles?
The producers would do it to save the film stock.
They would call artists like me and say, "Mr. Sudheer...
just repeat what you did in the last film.
Yeah, ditto. Totally!
And then they called us "One Take Artists."
They saved film stock, we got roles, "You got a better option?"
That's just amazing!
Mr. Sudheer... there's a small problem.
The Director liked Avtar Gill's audition.
What?
I insisted that he watch your audition.
But he said I don't want any confusion.
I forced him...
I said, just have one look.
Sir, you still alive?
Then I made him watch your audition.
And just as he saw you performing he started jumping!
He started screaming "I have found my king!"
He Said, "Gulati, you've found a rare gem!"
Sir, you've been selected!
Congratulations! This is your 500th role!
Gulati, you aren't pulling a fast one on me, are you?
No sir. The Producer wants you.
Congratulations. Party hard!
I'm sending you the script.
An old oak tree had faded
Out into the oblivion
Out of the blue
There's a bud budding
Seeing the bloom
Its withered branches Have started to unravel
This new hope Has brought in fresh ideas
This hope's writing a new story
This new hope Has brought in fresh ideas
This hope's writing... A new story
Lonely dark nights
Have discovered cheerful days
The tired sun... Which was about to set
Has awakened with hopeful rays
Yes, it's bright and sunny out there! Come see it
The grumpy postman Has a spring in his step as well
It's late.
Does Babulal live here?
Come join me Come on
Yes, tell me?
It's midnight and it's your birthday.
What are your plans for your birthday?
I'm shooting tomorrow. I had told you, right?
Yeah.
With Mr. Pawan Chopra.
Mom, we have never celebrated Grandpa's birthday.
Can we do it tomorrow?
Papa, will you be done by evening?
Yeah, why?
Because we're throwing you a birthday party at our place.
Okay, I'll see you guys tomorrow.
Okay, Papa.
See you tomorrow.
Alright?
This new hope Has brought in fresh ideas
This hope's writing... A new story
This new hope Has brought in fresh ideas
This hope's writing... A new story
No...
I said the break is over!
Yeah, we heard you!
You feed bloody sandwiches to stuntmen and say, "Break's over."
I'll get you some more on the set. Let's go now.
The sword in my belly is making me starve.
You promise us a lavish meal and feed us sandwiches.
Come on, please. The break's over.
Is this the set of The Prince of the Battle?
Yes, but the lunch is over.
Please come. I'll take you to the makeup van
Yes, sure. Please.
It's a pleasure to work with you.
You're on the right track.
This country needs good directors more than doctors and engineers.
Good. Make sure you give me your number.
Sir, please come.
Hello, sir!
-Hello? -I was looking for you there.
Remember me?
Tipnis?
We worked on The Yogi's Robe?
-Remember? -Yes.
-Sir, is this the same old wig? -Yeah.
Great!
-How're you? -Good. Good. What about you?
I'm doing great.
Only senior make-up men understand senior artists. Right?
We know how to hide wrinkles, how to shine dimples.
You're right.
Old age is such a bitch.
Why?
-You remember Pawar? -Yeah, the actor, right?
The comedian from yesteryear.
What happened to him?
His body was found after four days.
No one noticed he was dead.
He used to live alone.
I have told my son to call and check on me every day.
That was the right thing to do.
You live alone as well, right?
Hey, Rahul!
I'm good sir. I've your blessing with me.
Kapil! Yeah. Yeah.
Come in. Come. Come. Have a seat.
No sir. Please, finish your make up.
And, I'll have a smoke and come.
How respectful was he?
-Sir, your shot is ready -Now?
Let's go.
Shot is almost ready. Come on set in five minutes.
-Trim it a little. -What's going on?
Look here, sir.
No, sir. Please have a look.
What's this?
Wow! That's Ms. Tun Tun!
I got to know you are playing the king.
Hey, that's Bob Christo!
Keshto Mukherjee!
That's me!
Sir, my dad used to love all you guys.
He remembered all the dialogues from the 70s and 80s films.
Your dad has an invaluable treasure for you.
Sir, one autograph?
One? Take five man!
The selfie generation is asking for an autograph.
And that of an artist and not the star.
Where the hell are you?
Sir, I'll be back.
Kesto reminds me of...
-Do you have the scene? -Yes, sir.
What was your name, Dheeraj?
No. Shibu Das.
Shibu Das!
You must be from Bengal?
-I'm from Orissa. -Same thing.
Listen...
Can you score a 30 ml for me?
I mean, I am back on set after a long time.
And this book got me excited. I just need some.
-Just get some. -I'll ask the production controller--
No! Stop!
Let me try.
Just some whiskey.
Get it?
Of course, the food will be over if your guys eat lunch twice!
What are talking about? You're feeding them sandwiches!
-I'll do something. -Mr. Lucky...
Listen to me... wait.
-Yeah, tell me? -Sir...
Mr. Sudheer is asking for a drink.
Now?
He said, it'll help him perform.
It's 02:00 p.m.
-What do I tell him sir? -Say "No."
Are you crazy?
Yes, tell me. What do you need?
Step behind. Please.
Oh, wow!
Cinema is blessed to have you back!
In fact, as soon as I saw your audition...
I saw my king come alive on screen!
So, the first shot...
-It's the moment right before -Okay.
-your son goes to the war. -Alright.
Sir, the thing is...
First, we'll do your close-up.
-What happened? -Nothing
Right!
So, first we'll do your close-up.
Then, Rahul's close up.
Then, exactly at sunset...
Not there. Here.
As the sun sets, I will take a wide shot
That's a great shot! I mean... I love it!
Hey!
Rahul is here as well.
-Let's go! Ready? -Go where?
Hey... how're you?
We met last year at Diwali!
Let's go, guys.
-What's the shot? -It's Mr. Sudheer's close-up.
-What about my close-up? -After him
He behaves as if his father owns the film.
But his father does own the film.
Can you give me my script?
Hey, somebody give him the lines, please!
Leave it! Here, sir!
Always keep the script handy!
-Sir, your phone? -What?
I hope it's on silent mode.
It's on silent, right?
And keep it with you.
Come on. All set?
Come on, guys ready? Going for the take.
My brave son...
the moment to crush your enemies is here.
Those cowards have challenged the brave hearts of Avantikapur!
Your victory will be the resolution to this war!
Take this royal sword!
What the hell!
Sorry, the sword is stuck.
Superb shot sir, let's do one more.
Someone check the sword!
Now it's fine.
-You are comfortable, right? -I'm good sir.
Come on, reset!
My brave son, the moment is here...
My brave son...
the moment to crush your enemies is here!
Those cowards have challenged the brave hearts of Avantikapur!
Your victory will be the resolution to this war!
Take this royal sword and--
This horse is too loud!
Someone ask the horse to shut up!
What's the problem?
It's his fault.
Sir, we got your entry.
Will continue from here, ready?
My brave son...
the moment to crush your enemies is here!
The brave hearts of Awadh--
Avantikapur, Sir. Avantikapur.
My brave son...
the moment to brush--
Please get him some water.
-Yes, obviously we will have to. -Right.
My brave son...
the moment to crush your enemies is here.
-City of Avantikanagar--
Brave horse!
People of Avantikapur--
Warriors!
Enemies. Crush the enemies.
-This old man... -Yeah?
was asking for alcohol just before the scene.
What are you saying?
Rehearse it. No worries.
The brave hearts of Avantikapuri-- Avantikapuri-- Brave hearts...
Come on!
Barot, make sure he knows his lines!
Get an assistant to stand in for Rahul.
Quick!
Shibu!
Yeah, just go!
Nariman!
Avoid Rahul in the shot and take Sudheer's close-up.
Sir... Mr. Sudheer.
I mean take Mr. Sudheer's close-up!
Let's take the shot, Mr. Sudheer!
Barot!
We're losing sunlight.
Excuse me, make up check.
Yes, sir.
Come on.
Move, move. Let's get going.
Okay, all good. Hey!
Here, our family sword
It's an honor father!
Sudheer.
Yes, sir.
-Why so less? -It's just the conveyance.
And for my work?
For your work...
Hey, Lucky, settle his dues.
Send him here.
Sir, he'll talk to you.
Okay.
Alright.
No. No.
The shift would be the same. There was an issue today
Hold on a second.
Yes, sir?
My payment?
We'll talk to Gulati and let you know.
What does that mean?
Hold on.
The Producer wants you to adjust.
What do you mean?
What do I mean?
Didn't you realize what happened out there today?
Were you there? Or somewhere else?
Shibu!
Please send Shibu here.
Yeah.
Listen you can't disrespect me like this.
I haven't even started disrespecting you.
I'm talking to you politely just because of your age.
-Otherwise, I would have shown you! -Behave yourself!
Do you know the mess you've made?
-Yes sir? -Yeah.
I'll call you back.
Speak up.
What did sir ask for?
Tell everyone that he asked for alcohol!
Can't do a shot and he's behaving like a superstar!
-This Gulati sends the worst idiots! -Shut up!
-Behave yourself! What do you mean? -What do you mean?
-Is this the way to talk to senior actors? -What senior actor?
If only you had shown this energy on the set we would have completed the film!
-Bloody senior actor! -I've been working the whole day!
Complete my film first! Keep your hands to yourself!
And lower your eyes as well!
Hey, you shut up! Bloody old prick!
Hey!
Bloody... idiot!
Is this the way to talk?
-He is not wrong. -What do you mean?
I mean he's right!
He's just doing his job.
What are you doing?
-What are you doing? -I'm doing my job as well!
You can't even remember your lines!
You're doing 25 bloody retakes! Is this how you work?
Have you lost your mind?
And you're fighting him like a thug?
If you don't care about your reputation at least care about GCC.
I've some reputation here.
500th role! 500th role!
I got it for you, didn't I?
I got you such a fabulous role!
This film would've changed your life!
It's the biggest hit of next year!
You can continue dreaming about your 500th film.
They're firing you.
They were casting Mr. Avtar for this role.
I begged them to give you a chance.
I fought for you, sir!
-Thank you. Thank you. No, thanks, man! -You just broke my heart.
There is a limit!
That's how these shoots work, sometimes.
Hey. Wait! Wait!
Dacoit!
Always the small roles!
All my life!
-All my life! -Sir, you're drenched!
Always on the sidelines of fame and success.
-Drowning my sorrows in whiskey! -Do you know him?
Not even on the poster.
-We'll drop you home, sir. -Not even...
The bloody poster--
Hello, Shera Partner!
Are you rehearsing?
Mom is mad at you.
She must be kidding.
-Why didn't you come yesterday? -Because I--
Because he's too busy...
for people like us.
Okay, bye.
Come on, let's go. Enough with the goodbyes.
Bhavna!
Papa, please don't make a scene here.
Please hear me out, dear.
You've made enough scenes in your life!
-Please spare me. -Hey, please listen to me!
I lost track of time while shooting.
Lost track?
None of your friends lost the track though.
Ashok missed his work, just to decorate the house!
But you lost track of time.
Anu was waiting all night. But you lost track of time.
It's not like I forgot your birthday.
Do you even remember my birthday?
You please jot our names down because soon you'll forget us.
-It's just work. -What work?
Oh, my God! Are you a record holder now?
Papa, even if you do a million films...
you'll still be a blink-and-you-miss-it sidekick.
You keep showing up for shoots. When will you show up for the family?
This is what killed Mom as well.
Once I achieve this record, I'm telling you--
Who cares about this record?
Who cares about this record...
except some sad teenager collecting film trivia?
"Who was that guy who did 500 films? Sudheer!"
People won't know your name either.
You've disappointed me a lot.
Don't do that to Anu as well.
-Please, stop crying. -Come on. Let's go.
Listen...
To the suburbs, please.
Shera Partner?
Hold this bottle.
Let's go. What are you waiting for?
The suburbs.
Turn left.
What happened?
Lost the keys?
No.
What happened?
Jai broke up with me.
I had won India's Next Star 2012.
I thought I had made it.
I'm a star.
And I left my city.
I fought with my family and came to Mumbai.
What a terrible city!
It rejects you every day.
Sorry, all my friends were busy.
I didn't want to be alone.
The coffee was nice.
Is that your wife?
Was she an actor as well?
No.
Chaya loved music.
Her favorite song was, When things go wrong.
One day she found out this song was copied from an English song.
It broke her heart.
Finally, I found the original song's cassette for her.
When things go wrong
My love
There was no one Neither will there be
No one but you
Hello, Bhavna.
Papa, don't you get it? I'll call you when I can!
Please don't call me again!
Bhavna?
She's gone to Anu's school.
-You want to wait inside? -No, no.
Shera! God will punish you!
My son will avenge us!
I'll be waiting for him!
He started this game.
But we will finish it.
Mom!
I told them...
"Just enjoying life... you got a better option?"
Martin, give this half note to Simon.
First, he stabbed him, next he dragged the corpse.
You're a killer!
Got a better option?
Push-ups inter-cut with the model's face and her expressions.
Papa you had promised that you would quit films.
You said, this is your last film!
Papa, aren't you ashamed?
I never knew that this is how they would show it in the film.
Here, isn't this what you needed that day?
Have the whole bottle but finish my scene!
You'll have to work selflessly.
You're Avtar's sidekick.
Every time he snaps his fingers, you appear.
Try to re-dub your life, sidekick!
You're done!
Have you completed 500 films, sir?
500th role! 500th role! I got it for you, didn't I?
I got you such a fabulous role!
500th role! Oh, my God!
But you wanted to tell the industry
that Sudheer is back!
Except some sad teenager collecting film trivia.
Papa, even if you do a million films...
You'll still be a blink-and-you-miss-it sidekick!
This is the limit!
There is a difference between an artist and an idiot.
You are being an idiot now!
I haven't done my 500th role yet.
"The most memorable role." You said it yourself
That was a mistake!
Now it's me saying... let it go!
Sudheer, why don't you try a TV show?
It might lead to the role you want.
Please!
Let's close this chapter right here!
Here's a contact for you.
Their shoot is known to re-launch the old actors.
Just try it.
You might start getting work.
Just give it a shot.
Sometimes a handful
-This is done for. -Sometimes a pinch
I can't repair it.
That's all...
You'll be left with
Uncle can you please give these keys to Uncle Mehra.
You're moving out?
Not at all, Uncle. I'm fed up with Mumbai.
I'm headed to the mountains for a break. And I'll visit Roorkee as well.
And what about this Roorkee?
Cat CafÃ© will look after her.
She'll be bored in that orphanage.
She has a home upstairs.
Give me.
Life has betrayed...
Sorry! Take care of your hand.
And bested the mightiest of warriors
Life has betrayed...
And bested the mightiest of warriors
Yeah, I know.
Come on, man.
Tell her I'm in the bathroom.
Hey, Anu! It's you!
Grandpa is in the bathroom.
Yes, I'll tell him, sweetheart.
Hey, Sudheer...
it was Anu.
She was inviting you to her annual day on Saturday.
And bested the mightiest of warriors
This Saturday?
Yes, Saturday. Why?
And bested the mightiest of warriors
The journey from fat to fit is now very easy
Here's the new and improved--
Pull the bottle's going out of frame.
Is it fine now?
Hey! Welcome, sir! Welcome!
-Hello. -When Liliput informed me
that you are interested.
I was delighted!
Trust me, sir. I'll revive your career.
Just watch, you'll shine on every TV screen!
-Sunita, script please. -Yes, sir.
-Come, sir. -Sure.
That's your makeup room.
Look it's Superstar Sudheer... slumming it with us lowlifes!
Did you lose your way?
Sudheer!
It's been a long time!
Where have you been?
I've been around.
What are you shooting for?
Do you have to ask?
You've lost so much weight! Good!
Yeah. But I lost weight by working hard, not by these capsules.
Ma'am, your shot is ready.
Is it ready? Just one minute.
Mr. Avtar... please watch my phone.
Please get her quickly. It's getting late!
You can never trust these Tele products.
I wouldn't be surprised if they invent a syrup for patriotism as well.
"Earlier I used to have anti-national thoughts.
But after this syrup, now I'm a true-blue patriot!"
Want some?
Go ahead.
I don't drink at work.
Mr. Sudheer, this is your costume.
Be ready in 15 minutes.
Mr. Avtar, your shot is ready.
I'm coming.
Mr. Avatar, action!
Giant Capsule is made of herbs like ginseng and aloe vera!
Herbs that make you grow taller and taller!
When I was young, I wasn't very tall.
But now look at the magic of Giant Capsule!
Great, Mr. Avtar! The same in right profile, please.
Giant Capsule is made of herbs like ginseng and aloe vera!
Herbs that make you grow taller and taller!
When I was young, I wasn't very tall.
But now look at the magic of Giant Capsule!
Great work, sir!
-Hey, Sunita. -Yes, sir?
Please call Mr. Sudheer.
Mr. Sudheer...
He's not here.
We'll do it later. First wear the bangles.
Look at that, it's drooping!
Mom, Grandpa said he'll come to see me dance.
Just focus on your steps now.
Do you remember your steps?
If I forget I'll copy Tina!
-Did you forget? -I remember, Mom!
Turn around I'll put this on.
-Ma'am we've a problem. -What?
Rahul isn't here yet.
I just spoke to his manager, he's stuck in traffic.
We'll be starting soon.
Excuse me, my grand daughter she's performing. Has it started?
No, the function hasn't started yet.
Go straight up.
Right? Okay, thank you.
What brings you here?
My granddaughter, Anu. She's in Kindergarten. So, I've--
But he's late. So, I have a small request for you, sir.
Can you engage the audience till he comes?
I'm just here to see Anu's parents.
-And I haven't been keeping well. -Please, it's a request.
Hey, my baby partner! You look so cute!
Mom said you are busy.
I was busy... but I made it, didn't I?
You made it... but Rahul Chopra is late.
They might cancel our dance.
No, they won't. I won't let them!
Can I share this?
Yeah, good mornin-- Good afternoon.
Just a few minutes, sir!
The audience is very restless.
Please help us out.
Why is the Principal calling you?
Sir, just for few minutes. Please.
Sir, we need to announce your name.
What should I say?
Hands up!
If anyone tries to move an inch, I'll shoot this kid!
-That's my daughter! -Shut up, you old hag!
Quiet!
Stay back!
My men have surrounded this place.
If you want to save this kid...
tell the government to handover five million rupees to my den!
-Five million? -Quiet!
Anu, quick!
Mr. Daaga... Shera here!
I'm sending this kid to you Mr. Daaga.
Lock her up with all the other kids.
Okay, Shera! Go! Get moving!
No!
If killing quells your lust for revenge, shoot this mother!
But for the love of God, please, let my son go!
Laugh all you want, Shera!
But soon you'll be crying.
You'll cry because my son will come rescue me!
And he'll give you hell!
The old hag doesn't realize that her son is already in hell!
Boss, didn't we bury him yesterday?
No!
You scoundrel!
Take that!
Every time the evil raises it's head on this planet...
a son like me is born!
If you touch my mother...
I'll kill you!
That's what they say in the movies!
Beat the hell out of him, son!
Didn't I tell you, you rascal?
My love has brought my son back from the dead!
Had your father been alive today...
He would've been really proud!
Tell me who killed my father? Or I will...
Feed you to the dogs!
Take that!
Yeah! Come on!
Mr. Daaga...
you know my principle.
Just enjoying life...
-You got a better option? -You got a better option?
Friends...
I never was Shera.
I'm not Shera Partner either.
I'm Babulal Chandola.
And now...
I'm back where I belong.
The treasure is hidden under a rock.
Take it! I don't have much time.