'Common Man'
What are you doing?
Don't do
Give me your number
Come fast
Number
I can't hear what you're saying
Damn it
Tell me your number, damn it
I'll kill you if I get my hands on you
What? What the hell-
What's your problem? What are you trying to do?
On Saturday night, six labourers including a child sleeping on a pavement...
...were mowed down by a car near Guindy
The famous lawyer, Aadhiseshan is going to defend Rahul Diwan, the accused
College student Divya's rape case-
'There's no challenge Ullaganathan can't handle'
I am sure he can't give a peaceful life to my daughter
Always fighting with my daughter So please get them divorce
Why do you ask again?
Sir, you're reading News paper Please listen to me
Madam, please attend the work
Will I get bail at least today?
Your lines look dark and bleak
There's no hope
Take a good look
I have looked at it
The lines on your palms look like the bars in jail
There's no way you'll get bail
- Who's your lawyer? - Sakthi sir
You mean Sakthi? Forget about your bail
He calls him 'Sakthi sir'
What are you saying?
Your stealing is not the problem
That you approached Sakthi is the real problem
Nothing can save you now
You're right
That's enough of working Please have this 'laddu'
- Thank you - Please take some
Take it , bro
There's enough for everyone
I want some too
What's the occasion?
Madam has come
Madam, please have some 'laddu' It's your birthday
Birthdays come every year Let's focus on work
Doctor Kulandhai
Kulandhaiswamy is the most gifted doctor in town
A lot of people are jealous of him
The police and the media have made a big deal out of a non-issue
What are you saying?
His 14 years old son has operated on a pregnant woman
How can that be a non-issue?
That's a blatant lie
The boy was inside the operation theatre...
...but it was the doctor who performed the surgery
Look at the innocent face
The son was adamant about coming into the operation theatre
The father took him inside just to make him happy
That was an operation theatre, not a cinema theatre to take him at his will
It was a mistake
But the boy didn't touch the patient
What do you want?
Please give him bail
He's asking for bail Can I give it to him, Mr. Palani?
No way, madam...
He made his 14 years old son operate a pregnant woman...
...just so that he would create a world record
Take a look at this
The father and son duo seem to be having fun
They've even uploaded this on Facebook
Take a look
Doctor, why have you clicked a picture with your phone?
I couldn't find a camera at that time
They've threatened the girl not to tell anybody
They've also made sure the police do not register the complaint
That is why I've had to file a Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
What if something untoward had happened to her?
Nothing would have happened
Who operated on your husband for his piles problem?
- He is humiliating me - I've performed 150 surgeries
I've had a 50 percent success rate
A 14 years old boy has achieved something great
He should be appreciated We're wasting time arguing about this
People in Africa and the US are calling me after hearing about his feat
Achievers have to cross many hurdles only in our country
We don't let another man progress
At this rate when will India become a superpower?
Are you saying your son performed the surgery?
The doctor has become a little emotional
He's not used to Court proceedings
He's a little confused I'll take care of it
Have you not briefed your client about how he should speak in Court?
Let the police complete their investigation
Please eat before you go This is your favourite dish
Don't worry about anything when you're in jail
I'll take care of the hospital
A patient complained of throat pain yesterday
I performed a tonsils surgery on him
- What are you saying, my dear? - It was a success
My darling!
I am scared
'Have to tell everthing clear-cut'
'But all shouldn't tell in the same way'
We'll get caught if you get nervous
The police will come back They will question you
You have to deny the incident Do you understand?
Just three days and you look dull
I've married you What do you expect?
Don't worry, doctor We'll get bail the next time
This is what you said the last time
I am doing my best
Please tell your husband
- Also, can you pay me my fee? - Fee for this?
I deserve this for entrusting my case with a worthless lawyer like you
The astrologer was right about Sakthi
You're next
Explain this case in detail
Dr. Kulandhaiswamy has made his 14 years old son...
...to perform surgery on a pregnant woman
Palani has turned lucky suddenly
He was scrounging until yesterday
He's turned a big shot after filing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
The defence lawyer...
...tried impressing the judge by offering her sweets
It didn't work He couldn't win the case
What is it?
- Where are you? - I am coming
- Why did you ask Sakthi to come? - What's the plan?
It's been three years since Sakthi and I fell in love
We're going to celebrate that
Happy Anniversary
I love you
This is a school Let's go
Start the bike
- Hey, Sakthi! - What is it?
She is your fiancee
Does she get just a rose for your third anniversary?
My boyfriend got me gold ear-rings even for our 6-month anniversary
You won't look great even if you wear gold ear-rings
That's the not case with my girl Just mind your business
There's no point talking to this guy
Wear your helmet
I don't want to wear it My hair will get ruffled
You are a lawyer, yet you don't follow rules
I want to watch a movie, eat at a restaurant and then go home
I've told mother I'll be late
I don't have money to take you out for a movie
If you want, I can take you to a good place to eat
Okay
This is the place
Come
If the stove is inside, that makes it a big restaurant...
...if it is outside, it's a small restaurant
The food is the same, come on
Sakthi, come here
Let's go
Please come Sit down
What's on the menu now?
'Idly', 'dosa', 'oothapam', 'parota', 'thala curry'...
That's a delicacy here Let's have it
I don't want to eat anything
Let's have juice then
Lemon juice for us
- What happened to your case? - One minute
- Where are you? - I'll call you later
They've called out your case number
What happened?
How long should we wait?
Shouldn't we get married at least this year?
Just give it some more time
Only if I win at least one case will I be able to face your father
Father doesn't have hope
I've been at the Court till now
I am doing my best
What more can I do?
Don't get angry
Father may not have hope But I trust you
Do you see this, mother?
Win the case somehow
You're incapable of getting my father bail but you have time to flirt with a babe
I'll break your jaw Mind what you say
Let me see what you do?
Is this how you work hard to win our case?
And you want your fee?
How can you blame me for what your father did?
A lawyer's job is to get the accused out on bail
But you are interested only collecting your fee
We thought you'll argue the case and get the bail
But all you can do is offer sweets to the judge
You shouldn't have performed the surgery in the first place...
...and on the top of it you have the gall to upload the picture on Facebook
I'll do whatever I want
Don't talk too much
That's my wish
Don't bother talking to him
Your family is crazy Get lost
Where are you going?
Your husband is going to be in jail forever
"When she appears, my many emotions she stirs"
"It's time to break those barriers, I come alive"
"As her lips part, her love rains on me"
"I am caught in a swirl, she moves my soul"
"Her beauty is enchanting"
"She takes over your life"
"Unfolds her charm slowly, and awakens you from a trance"
"You are mine, won't you come closer?"
"I didn't mean it, can't I ever be forgiven?"
"Turning me down right away, is it right?"
"I'll become lifeless, that will be my plight"
- See you, mother - Take care
"You are my solace, my soul..."
"Have I lost you?"
"You are my wish, my life's colour, my rainbow..."
Can we start from the beginning?
"Life goes on, the clock is ticking"
"When will you change?"
"Our arguments turn you adamant"
"Must I blame myself for being soft on you?"
"Your glowering eyes have put me back on course"
"Don't give up"
"I'll hold your hand, that'll get me ashore"
"You are my solace, my soul..."
"Have I lost you?"
"You are my wish, my life's colour, my rainbow..."
"Her beauty is enchanting"
"She takes over your life"
"Unfolds her charm slowly, and awakens you from a trance"
"Turning me down right away, is it right?"
"I'll become lifeless, that will be my plight"
"You are my solace, my soul..."
Why this?
It's from my savings
Father has become the public prosecutor
We're having a get-together at home tomorrow
Wear new clothes and buy him a new 'Samsung Galaxy S6'
He likes that phone
Gift him that and impress him
I know how to impress him
Keep this
You have enormous pride
I'll take just Rs 2,000 because you insist
How did I fall in love with you?
I heard Mr. Panchan will become public prosecutor
- But he became public prosecutor - Me too expected the same
But he grease the palms of higher officials and got this post
Hey Sakthi
- Hey, how is it? - Superb
- I bought it - All the best
- How are you? - Congratulations
My elder daughter is engaged to be married to him
Sir, your second daughter's fiance
Congratulations, uncle
Thanks, son
The 'S6' costs Rs 30,000
Priya gave me money to buy an 'S6'
But I am smart
This is made in Korea It has the same features
The 'S6' can accommodate only one 'SIM' card, but this can take four
It's just Rs 2,000
Please tell Priya not to waste money and to be responsible
You normally give sweets You should've stuck to that
He keeps that for the judges
That's not the only thing, can I tell you about his other antics in Court?
- Shut up - Let him say it
I will tell you myself
I appeared for a very important case
The judge had a lot of questions for me
I got worked up and forgot everything
I didn't know what to do
I ran away from there saying I wanted to use the toilet
How is that?
Don't you have brains?
Everyone is laughing at you
You laugh along with them without even realising they're making fun of you
My father doesn't respect you
I thought you will do something to impress him instead this is how you behave
You've got used to humiliation
I don't know what will bring back your pride
I feel terrible
I didn't take this seriously all along because I thought you would mend your ways
Now I know that if I marry you I will lose my self-respect and pride...
...and become like you
You're not fit to be a lawyer
You are unfit for this profession
Where is Sakthi?
Last night he left to uncle Surya's house in Chennai
- To Chennai? - Yes
Why?
He says he will practice only at the High Court from now
See you, dear You get going
I am looking very lean Do something favourable
- Where is the Kothandapani mansion? - I don't know, get lost
Can't you watch where you are going?
Do you know who she is?
We are mourning
Uncle, where are you?
Where are you calling from?
Come
- Uncle - Sakthi, welcome
This is our home
Please come
- Who's this? - A 'case'
Case?
She was here for a divorce case She had nowhere to go
I felt bad for her
I decided to give her a fresh lease of life
- Her name is Vandarkuzhali - That's a nice name
- Will you drink tea? - It's okay
He'll join us for breakfast Get something ready
Have you ever tried the food she makes?
I haven't eaten it myself She eats it all, just look at her
Our family doesn't rate high on self-respect
Why did you pick up a fight and come here?
Anyway, now that you are here, look around the city for a day or two...
...and then get back to Pollachi
I will go back home only after I become a successful lawyer
Don't take him seriously Carry on with your work
- Welcome, Rajendra - Surya
He is the house owner
He is my relative, Sakthi
He is taking your house on rent Give the keys
Here it is
Take a right and you'll find your room
Freshen up and join us for breakfast
Hurry up before the tap runs dry
Hello
Hope he'll pay the rent on time
What's this, uncle?
It's pickle
- Why have you bought this? - I am selling it
This is my part-time business And it's doing well
This is Sakthi, my relative He is from our hometown
Our hometown?
Sit down Have something to eat
Sit down
What is the spelling of 'affidavit'?
Do you spell it with one 'f' or two?
Add a few We can take what we want
Sir, tell me correctly
Affidavit
Who is this dude?
He is Vasu He has enrolled just a week back
He comes from a poor family
Join the gang
He is not the only one from a poor family
Sit down Will you have some tea?
Tea for him please!
- I've not found work since morning - That's the way it will be
There's someone coming
- Do you want bail? - No
Don't worry about the fee
Don't irritating me
"Is Life a lie? Is pain the only answer? No, there is meaning to your Life"
Don't fight I'll solve your problem
"Is Life a lie? Is pain the only answer? No, there is meaning to your Life"
"In the fight to find truth there is fatigue..."
"Be patient and you will find what you seek"
"Won't misery leave me alone? Won't I get my pair of wings..."
"...to soar and reach my dreams? Or is it a waste to dream?"
"The heart sets out on a journey..."
"The respite in the shade is a pleasure Is struggle Life's sole truth?"
'You Can Do It'
"Is Life a lie? Is pain the only answer? No, there is meaning to your Life"
"In the fight to find truth there is fatigue..."
"Be patient and you will find what you seek"
- Can you make way? - Can't you see they are filling water?
"Victory is just a full stop"
"It's failures that keep you going..."
"Pain doesn't spare anyone"
"Look around and you'll notice"
"Won't misery leave me alone? Won't I get my pair of wings..."
"...to soar and reach my dreams? Or is it a waste to dream?"
"The heart sets out on a journey..."
"The respite in the shade is a pleasure Is struggle Life's sole truth?"
"Is Life a lie? Is pain the only answer? No, there is meaning to your Life"
"In the fight to find truth there is fatigue..."
"Be patient and you will find what you seek"
This is all I have now I will give you the rest next month
What's this?
If you do this again, it won't be good for you
I have just Rs 10 Can I give you the rest tomorrow?
It's okay
I am a lawyer too I can handle your case...
No need man
Come here There is a case
Tell me, brother
We caught four terrorists
But when the Commissioner spoke to the media...
...he said we had caught five of them
- He blabbered, did he? - Yes Sakthi
We need five people when we appear in front of the media
Can you act as a terrorist?
I am a lawyer
Don't shout
It's a five minute, masked appearance in front of the media
So?
You'll get Rs 1,000 for it
Here it is
Who are you?
We are terrorists
I am just a dummy Sit down
These are the five terrorists caught by the police
They may wear masks but...
...it is impossible to mask their unpatriotic act
Camera man Senthil with Sabari
The verdict of the sensational case of a speeding car ramming into
...and killing six pavement dwellers is expected today
Defence counsel, the famous Aadhiseshan is expected to be here any moment
This is Jenifer reporting for 'Sky news'
What's the commotion about?
An important case is coming up for hearing today
The lawyer Aadhiseshan is to argue the case
I came to Chennai with the sole aim of joining his team
Come
Good morning, sir
Last year Tamil Nadu alone has registered 67, 250 cases of accidents
Which is crazy
I am not sure how many of these people remember these accidents
But for the last six months...
...the media has made it seem like this is the only accident
...that has taken place in the country
The so called Land cruiser hit and run case which involves Rahul Diwan
A boy from an illustrious and well known family in Tamil Nadu...
A kind information your honour
The prosecuting lawyer has not produced any evidence so far
Rahul Diwan's name has been added only two days...
...after filing the First Information Report
It was never proved
That Rahul Diwan was there at the sight of the accident
Never
Did anyone see the accident? No one did
And before I'll forget, your honour
Where is the 'Land Cruiser' that the media has been shouting hoarse about?
Where is the 'Land Cruiser'?
Inspector Selvam's report clearly states...
...that six people have been mowed down by a lorry
My client, Rahul Diwan, is the grandson of noted industrialist Ram Diwan
...chairman of the Diwan Group of Companies
A false accusation foisted on a millionaire makes for sensational news
The media houses gain a lot of publicity
My humble request is, your honour
Sensationalising the case, misrepresenting facts and
...framing my innocent client Rahul Diwan is unfair
Objection, your honour
Rahul Diwan has been accused of running over six people
I object to him being called innocent
Hello!
Even if you claim he killed 600 people, you need to produce evidence
Do you have the evidence now?
Everyone in our country suffers from the problem of 'mass mentality'
That is, if a car runs into a scooter, the man driving the car is considered wrong
Each time there is a collision, the powerful one is considered wrong
It is assumed that the richer man is at fault
But the prosecution should keep this in mind
But the prosecution cannot simply say whatever they please the way...
...they do on a television programme
This is the Court and this is a real case and we need evidence
Based on the evidence that is produced
...only the judge can pronounce the verdict
...and not the media or the people sitting here
Please respect the court
That's all, your honour
Aadhiseshan sir, I am impressed
You still haven't lost your silver touch
Thank you, sir
Does the prosecution lawyer have anything to say?
Your honour!
If you grant me some more time I can put forth some more evidence...
How can you prolong this any further?
The final verdict is pending in 3 crore cases in India
If I don't close this case now, it will drag on for another 10 to 15 years
Even then you will ask for more time saying there is insufficient evidence
- Your honour - Please, sit down
Due to lack of sufficient evidence, the Court pronounces...
Rahul Diwan innocent and orders his release
Oh God! Thank you very much
Sir, congrats
Thank you Mr Aadhiseshan
Congratulation
Sir, super
My name is Sakthi and I am from Pollachi
Five minutes of observing you taught me more than Law College did
You were fabulous
Can I go?
Do call me when you are in Pollachi
Make sure you get the money
I am waiting here
I have no money Please handle him somehow
He will say no
You collect from him I'll get it from you
I wanted to meet you
There is a role for you in an upcoming film
Let's talk about it over tea
The rains have been heavy this month
Water came up to the fifth floor of the building
My house has only two floors
You can see I am trying to handle the situation...let it be
Don't interfere I'll take my rent from him
Won't he speak?
He's struggling to make ends meet
He can't pay you this month
He will surely give it to you next month
If he doesn't pay up, I will pay you his two month's rent
You owe me three month's rent yourself and you want to stand guarantee for him
How will I get my rent?
I am talking to you and you're just walking away
Will you pay my rent or not? This is your last warning
If I don't get my rent this month, see what I'll do
I need money too
- Come...come - You don't mind me
Uncle
I don't want to trouble you any further
I will go back tonight
Don't say that
You can leave tomorrow
Come
- Thank you, Mr Aadhiseshan - Welcome, sir
Rahul is the future of the Diwan family
Yes indeed, cheers for that
It is quite common to make these mistakes at his age
He can't be in jail forever for this
Who doesn't make mistakes?
The government didn't make platforms for people to sleep
- Ravi - Yes dad
- Go and meet Ravi - Yes, sure
Mr Aadhiseshan, your full and final payment
- Thank you - Thank you very much
My father wanted me to settle your account in full today
What's wrong? Any problem?
This is not the final amount we agreed on
I agree
But the case got done and over within six months
That is exactly what I am saying
Your son has been acquitted in six months
Come on Mr Aadhiseshan
Ravi
- Make it 30 lakhs - Okay
Happy?
When you came to me, you said...
...you were willing to spend crores to win the case
And more over
And moreover, this is not just for me I have to share it with many others
I think this is more than enough
You can want more But you can't get greedy
Don't be greedy, Mr Aadhiseshan
- Thank you - No mention
Well, sir
I take leave
- Take care of your health - Thank you
Bye
Don't delay Get everything out
Don't place it on the heroine's picture
What are you doing there? Come here and take a look
You can get a view of the entire city
I can see your underwear from here Sit down
I heard Sakthi is going back to his hometown
He did his best Nothing is working out
He is going back
Do you remember what Sakthi first said when he stepped into Chennai?
What did he say?
You were shocked when he said he wanted to establish himself as a competent lawyer?
I would have pulled his leg even then I spared him because he is your relative
He is smart
He understood reality quickly and arrived at a good decision
Our family is like that
We don't worry about embarrassing ourselves
We are fine with making amends for the mistakes made
A round of drinks for everyone...
Cheers
- Hello - Hello
It's Priya
I know you weren't expecting my call
I thought you will come back to Pollachi
Not bad! You've held your own in Chennai for three months
It makes me happy It's only now that I trust you
I didn't call you or take your calls
I was scared you would come back because you were missing me
I am not angry with you I love you
Why are you quiet? Are you angry with me?
I am not angry I don't know how to say it
What, man?
I'll call you back
All right
'Witness missing- Rahul Diwan Hit and Run case'
Have you gone crazy?
You've filed a PIL for re-investigating Aadhiseshan's 'Land Cruiser' case
This is like walking into a lion's den all alone
Why are you getting worked up? Sit down
You told me you were going back to Pollachi...
...but you've done this now
Do you know how big Aadhiseshan is?
I don't care who he is
Did you read the newspapers today?
They've taken off on this case
I came to Chennai to achieve something big
I don't want to sell pickle like you and become a worthless lawyer
I'll get angry if you say anything about the pickle business
- Uncle - What?
Everyone will support us because we've filed this PIL
The entire media is going to carry our interviews
I'll become a big shot
You have bitten off more than you can chew
You're going to regret this one day
I won't be there to rescue you
Please look at my client, your Honour
I know it is a tedious task!
He burgled a house
He misbehaved with a girl at the bus stand
He snatched a chain from a woman
These kind of charges would seem believable
Are you my lawyer or his?
Just wait and watch my argument
But, looks can be deceptive
My client is a young, upcoming musician in the film industry
Anirudh got his break when my client was unavailable due to health reasons
Hiphop Tamizha found fame when my client was indisposed due to an injury in his hip
A man of hidden talents and great potential That's my client
- Can you come to the point? - I will
The other party has falsely accused my client of copyright infringement
They've obtained a stay order prohibiting the release of a movie he's composed music for
It was my client who composed the original music
I object My client is a '420'...
He agrees...
You damn it
He is spitting inside Court
I meant my client has composed about 420 songs
This song is a hit as well
Last month, my client had planned...
...the audio launch at the Chengalpattu bus stand
Why did he select the Chengalpattu bus stand?
Just for novelty
Instead, the other party launched the audio at the Tindivanam railway track last week
- What is your name? - Google
What?
He's always searching for good music That's why
Can you sing your composition?
This is a good chance Carry on
"One punch on your face will make your nose bleed"
"One kick to make you fall"
That's enough!
Can you sing?
"One punch on your face will make your nose bleed"
That's enough
Case dismissed
- I have a doubt - What is it?
The case details are in the file you are carrying
Why should I carry this bundle?
It is just to impress the judge
We can create the impression we are very busy lawyers
I heard Judge Dhanapal is very strict
You haven't seen me arguing in Court
Just wait and watch
- Sakthi - Yes, your honour
Why have you filed this Public Interest Litigation?
The judge has passed a good judgement
Why are you requesting another enquiry?
Last week, a newspaper carried a detailed article on this case
It seems the police threatened the witnesses and also tampered with the evidence
People who witnessed this accident gave interviews on TV
But they refused to testify in Court
All the big news channels have reported this
It was even debated in one of the talk-shows...
Stop it
What is your name again?
Sakthivel Everyone calls me Sakthi
Where did you study?
In Coimbatore Law College
Were you not taught that media reporting can't be used as evidence?
Stop jabbering
You've made 40 mistakes in this 4-page application
You've spelt 'appeal' as 'apple' and 'prosecution' as 'prostitution'
Are you making a joke of a Public Interest Litigation?
Do you have any substantial evidence?
I will need some more time
Why didn't you gather evidence first?
Why waste our time here?
Sorry, your honour
Present your evidence in the next hearing
Else, this appeal will find its way to the bin
Do you understand?
- Aren't you leaving? - I will...get lost
- Aren't you, Sakthi? - Yes...So?
Aren't you the one who filed the PIL in the Rahul Diwan case?
Yes! Do you also have a problem with that?
I don't have a problem I am happy
I am Vijay Nair from Cochin
I keep coming to Chennai on business
I was here on April 20, the day the accident happened
I witnessed the accident while returning from a late-night movie show
I am the only eyewitness to this accident
You were silent all along Why this sudden concern?
I did all that a passer-by would do at that hour
I informed the police and also registered a complaint
Do you have a copy of the complaint?
The police said that they would call me if necessary
I waited for their call but didn't receive any
Only then did I understand that big shots were involved in this case
Huge payoffs were given to close the case
I was very happy to read about your PIL in the newspapers yesterday
Will you testify in Court?
I will definitely testify
The poor should get justice I am ready to do whatever it takes
In an unexpected move, a PIL has been submitted...
...by Advocate Sakthi to re-investigate
...the 'Hit and Run' case in which six labourers were mowed down by a car
Judge Dhanapal has summoned the witness Vijay Nair for the next hearing
Good morning, sir
Mr Aadhiseshan, I see you more on TV and in newspapers than in person
You are always in Delhi
The Supreme Court takes all your time
Won't you make us happy by coming to the High Court too once in a while?
Not like that, sir
I was just a little tired out
Nice seeing you, sir
Do you know the builders promoting the apartment complex on OMR?
That builder is my brother-in-law
When you step in, it feels like you've stepped into Singapore
Ya, its a wonderful construction
Your Honour!
Are you planning to buy an apartment there?
Yes, I am looking for a small 3-bedroom one
What sir? Why you want 3-bedroom onnly?
You should book a villa
Ramajayam booked one last week
One minute
He can afford it You know that
The rate they quote is very high
I will take care of that bit
Don't worry
My eyewitness, Vijay Nair is here to testify Can you call him please?
Why are you in a hurry?
Won't you be patient?
What's the hurry?
Sorry, sir
Let us discuss this later
The young lawyer seems excited
Go ahead
My eyewitness is here to testify
- Which eyewitness? - I've mentioned that in the affidavit
Who is Vijay Nair?
Me, sir
Come and take your stand here
Go on
What is your name?
Vijay Nair
Your affidavit says you witnessed the accident...
...and that you also saw Rahul Diwan
Yes, I did
- When did the accident happen? - April 20
- What time was it? - About 1:10 to 1:15 am
What were you doing there at that time?
I was returning to the hotel after watching a late-night movie
- Which movie did you watch? - 'I' movie, sir
I've submitted a copy of the police complaint...
...hotel bill and the cinema ticket
Mr Aadhiseshan, do you have anything to say?
Thank you, your honour
Let me be honest I was held up in London at my cousin's wedding
I haven't read the affidavit yet
Can I ask for an adjournment?
Why not? I can grant adjournment
Do you have any objection, Sakthi?
I have no objection But I have a request
Can you issue an order to produce Rahul Diwan in the next hearing?
The eyewitness will be able to identify him and the case can be closed quickly
This is the Court, Mr Sakthi
It is not a concert that will wind up in a few hours
On what basis is he accusing my client?
I will handle everything, Mr Aadhiseshan
Your client must be bored at home Let him visit the Court
Adjournment granted
Do you have anything to say about the order issued to produce Rahul Diwan?
We will respect the court
What if Vijay Nair identifies Rahul Diwan?
Jenifer, if you ask such a silly question He will identify you
You call him a witness
Grow up, lady
Come
Can we consider today's Court proceedings as your first victory?
Definitely
If the eyewitness can identify Rahul Diwan, everything will fall in place
We plan to have a programme about this case on our channel?
Can you visit the studio this evening?
Definitely Will you send a car to pick me up?
Sure
Can we take a picture of you?
Move
What is it, Murthy sir?
This is your place You should work from here from now on
But, why?
You've taken up such an important case
The Press will want to meet you
You should have an office
But, I won't be able to pay rent
Did I ask you for rent?
Just win this case, Ok?
Sit down I will send you tea
Sakthi, you rock!
Do you now understand why I've been pushing you to file a PIL?
Look at all the benefits
If you had given me a hint, I would have set up an office in my van
Why is Murthy sir going out of the way to do all this?
Do you see a photo there?
- Who is it? - That is his daughter
She was raped and murdered by a police official's son
Despite compelling evidence and witnesses to prove the crime
Mr Aadhiseshan misled the Court to dismiss the case
The accused walked free in six months
It was all forgotten
Murthy has been running this shop for the last 15 years
He knows every lawyer here But no one dares to challenge Aadhiseshan
Since you've challenged him, he is extending his support to you
Can you order a cup of tea for me?
First pay the balance of Rs 120
So big insult
A doctor on a TV programme was saying drinking hot tea leads to impotency in men
Priya's sister is getting married
Vandarkuzhali asked me to tell you...
...that there is a bus to Pollachi at 8:00 tonight
We have with us today Advocate Sakthi
...who will be appearing against Mr Aadhiseshan
...in the 'Land Cruiser Hit and Run' case
That's Sakthi on TV
My brother is on TV
Priya, come take a look
Mother, come quickly
Hurry up
We want justice
That's the reason
This case got the judgement
Why have you filed for a re-investigation?
We have two eyewitnesses who haven't testified in Court
Your channel has aired programmes about the case
That support gives me confidence
I will win this case
"Her heart springs open like the lush, blue sky..."
"Blushed cheeks, they tell you she's feeling shy"
"You brush against her and ignite the fire"
"Like a sweet fragrance, she blends in with my breath"
"Like a melody, she seeps into my ears"
"Become one with her and play out a symphony Come on"
"It is twilight and the heart is exuberating"
"When a couple comes together, the town's celebrating"
"It is decorations galore..."
"To celebrate, you need no reason anymore"
"It is the time to celebrate It is time to celebrate love"
Come, all have arrived
Priya, hurry up
"Amidst the crowd, the lovers are restless"
"Amidst the noise, desire taunts"
"Thoughts of you keep me awake and restless"
"Days of yearning to see you have worn her down"
"Now that you're here, on your shoulder she leans on"
"It is twilight and the heart is exuberating"
"When a couple comes together, the town's celebrating"
"It is decorations galore..."
"To celebrate, you need no reason anymore"
"It is the time to celebrate It is time to celebrate love"
Come fast
"It is the time to celebrate It is time to celebrate love"
"It is time to celebrate love"
I don't feel like going back
You carry on I will be there on Wednesday
Really?
Definitely! I want to watch your antics in Court
- Sir, ice cube - No thanks, sir
Here, don't worry
We have plenty of time We can finish everything in a day or two
I can't believe this
What if the eyewitness identifies Rahul in the next hearing?
How can you tell me not to worry?
See Mr Aadhiseshan I'm nervous
Come on
Do you want to know why I am scared this time?
You don't seem confident
No...No Not like that
I am confident
To be honest, this should have been over It got delayed because of him
Then, why don't you do something?
You can't take it so lightly
- What's that fellow's name? - Sakthi
Whatever
Why don't we buy him with money?
Mr Diwan, please
Don't interfere in matters that don't pertain to your domain
Who the hell is that Sakthi?
Who is he?
That's exactly my question
Who is the Sakthi?
Why are we even thinking?
Enough thinking of him
He is nobody
I just have to send a text message and his life will be finished
Then, do it
That's not the issue here
He isn't the problem
It is the eyewitness
The honest, middle-class guy striving to get justice for the poor
Because of his willingness to testify...
...the media is giving it a whole lot of coverage
I just have to handle it
I'll do it
- Where are you? - Have you reached?
I went out on some work
Wait, I'll be there soon
- Ok - Ok
How come you are here now? Is it something important?
Nothing
We haven't spoken for a while
The Court hearing is tomorrow and I am tense
Will we be in trouble if I don't identify Rahul Diwan tomorrow?
What do you mean?
I just want to know
What if I don't identify Rahul Diwan?
It's no mean task to fight against these bigwigs
It is about getting justice for the poor pavement dwellers killed in the accident
Justice for the poor? Are you fighting for justice?
You've used me and made a name for yourself
Forget that I'll come to the point
The Diwan family has struck a deal with me
They've offered Rs 2 crore and you get 10 per cent of it
Whatever I say at Court tomorrow, you have to keep quiet
Deal?
You are unbelievable
You seem to be a big fraud
I thought you were innocent
You are making a big mistake
The Diwan family is worth more than Rs 500 crore
They are paying you a pittance to keep you quiet
Take me to them I will strike a better deal for you
I will get you a payment of at least Rs 5 crore
Let us go
Rs 5 crore?
Yes, Aadhiseshan is panicking because of us
Shall we ask him for five crores?
Yes
You are funny and naive
Aadhiseshan planned all this and you think he is panicking because of you
I did not witness the accident
My movie ticket, hotel bill and the police complaint were all fabricated
I am Aadhiseshan's man
Are you shocked?
Do you think it's easy to become this country's foremost criminal lawyer?
You're just a novice
You can't afford to get confused this quickly
There is a lot more to come
You've become famous with just this case
I heard the cafe owner has given you office space
Listen carefully
Whether you take the money or not...
...I will not identify Rahul Diwan at Court tomorrow
You will lose the case anyway
But you'll get Rs 20 lakh to stay quiet in Court
Deal or no deal?
I will settle for Rs 20 lakh
Good job!
Smart decision
Here is the advance amount of Rs 2 lakh
We will settle the balance after the case is dismissed
Okay?
It was Bengal Govt. this's Mr Mukherjee and the presiding judge was...Krishnan
Mr Aadhiseshan
Here is the Rs 2 crore that you asked for
Please finish the case and get him out of this
Please get him out of this hell once and for all
Mr Diwan, just a minute please
What is it?
This is the final settlement of Rs 30 lakh you paid me
I will take it from you after I win the case
Thank you, Mr Aadhiseshan
Thank you
Avinash, keep it safely
Yes, sir
And you don't get greedy
You are genius, sir
Yes, I'm a genius
I decide what I am worth
If people think I am greedy, I don't care
Because I know what I am
I come all the way to hear you argue in Court tomorrow
But you don't turn up at the bus stand to receive me
You think you can get away with a sad face?
What happened?
I am confused
I have a long way to go
I can't become successful like Aadhiseshan overnight
He is a genius
What do you mean?
All along I thought I was smart
I could get them to fall for my plan and then become a famous lawyer
They shattered my plans in seconds
They struck a deal
I don't know if I've gained or lost or...
...whether there is some gain despite the loss
I don't understand What are you saying?
The case listed for tomorrow has been dismissed today itself
It's a wasted trip for you
Vijay Nair who witnessed the accident was set up by Aadhiseshan
Those involved have struck a deal for Rs 2 crore and have influenced the verdict
Is it all over then?
You think I am that dumb?
I got a kickback of Rs 20 lakh
Here is the advance of Rs 2 lakh
I can now rightfully ask for your hand in marriage
Even if my father agrees, I won't
What do you mean?
Were you just pretending to be a changed man?
Stop screaming You are the reason I came to Chennai
You wanted me to succeed How can I find success here?
They respect only money here
Will you do anything for money?
You haven't earned this money as a lawyer
You've earned this as a broker
Remember that
I don't care How I earned it doesn't matter
Money is valuable
I was not being selfish I did this for our sake
Why have you changed?
In spite of you being penniless, I fell in...
...love with you because you were a good man
But now you've become just like anyone else
You said you wanted to get justice for those poor people
Were you lying?
You seem to think you can buy everything with money
But remember money can't buy respect or happiness
You're the biggest loser in this deal
Think about it and you will understand
He is not the one
Doesn't your affidavit say that you saw Rahul Diwan at the accident site?
Take a good look at him Can't you identify him?
I took a good look This is not him
Do you know how crucial your testimony is in this case?
On what basis did you then accuse Rahul Diwan?
But I can't accuse an innocent man
The photograph in the newspaper made me think it was him
But he looks different in person This is not him
Sakthi, do you wish to state anything?
I have nothing to say
Don't know what's going on
Silence
What your witness is saying favours the accused
Don't you want to say anything?
The case is turning favourable for them
I have nothing to say
I will grant one more hearing
Let's see what will happen
I am very proud of you, Sakthi
Now I can proudly say I am your relative
Give me a hug!
You don't usually make much money with these cases
How did you manage to make Rs 20 lakh?
I thought you were kidding
I am now confident you will become a bigger lawyer than Aadhiseshan
How do you know the details?
News like this spreads faster than a virus
Everyone near the Court premises will hear about it
Do you think I've done the right thing?
Of course! You are brilliant
Everyone is lost for words
Hello, Murthy sir
Watch out! He might ask you for a share
What the hell do you think of yourself?
'You seem to think that you can buy everything with money'
'But remember that money can't buy respect or happiness'
We usually sleep here Can you please make way for us?
The only eyewitness to the 'Land Cruiser Hit and Run...'
...case shockingly testified in favour of the accused
We contacted the eyewitness and his lawyer Sakthi, but they were not available
Social activists believe that huge payoffs seem to have been made and...
...that money might have been the only motive behind this PIL
We can conclude that a rich man's car has more value than a poor man's life
That was special correspondent Jenifer's report on the...
...'Land Cruiser Hit and Run' case
Judge Dhanapal has adjourned the hearing indefinitely
Good morning, Sakthi
You've done great things
Why do you look dull?
You looked like an innocent child in Court yesterday
Aadhiseshan has sent you a gift
Come, take a look
This is for you How is it?
You've joined our team
You don't have to worry anymore
You don't have to live with these beggars any longer
Give me a second
Get lost!
Selvi, come here Why did you go there?
Don't bother about them
Do you know to drive?
Don't you know to drive?
Go ahead and drive
Even if you kill someone, don't worry
We are there for you
Drive with confidence
Are you crazy?
Listen to me
It's a new car
Don't smash it
I will make a call to Mr Aadhiseshan He will handle you
Why are you making a fuss?
You should actually feel elated
You got the opportunity to argue against me at such a young age
You know something
Every time I win a case, the opposing lawyer puts up my picture in his office
They send gifts on occasions
You know, his case was against to me
I had bounced on me and devoured him
Everyone thinks you are a big lawyer just because you argued against me
You very well know your worth
This money is too much for you
That's why you've returned it
Do you want to know what I think?
When someone who loses to you can make it big in this field
How would life be for someone who wins against you?
I haven't started my arguments yet and you are already confused
Imagine your state when I unleash my legal prowess
You are an amateur You can't do a thing
I agree I am an amateur
But, watch out! You will regret your amateurish behaviour
Emotional fool
Just get out
Oh my God!
Intermission
I just can't understand him
He doesn't have sense Why don't you try explaining it to him?
What can I do?
He keeps wavering
I was against the idea of a PIL But he went ahead and filed one
I thought he can't be bribed But he accepted a bribe
Why the hell did he return the money? It would have been useful for us
Have you seen that kind of money in your lifetime?
You don't even have money to buy your breakfast
Rs 20 lakh! I've never seen that kind of money
You'd rather die than have a face- off with Aadhiseshan
Will you be supportive or not?
I am being supportive
I am not the Advocate General
I am a lawyer who sells pickles
That's all I am!
Jenifer is the only one who can help us
How?
The case findings conclude that this is a 'Hit and Run' case with no witnesses
But, we know this isn't the truth That is why I suggest we meet Jenifer
How would Jenifer know?
Jenifer has investigated this case from day one she knows all the cover-up work done
...by Aadhiseshan and the Diwan family in this case
Moreover, Jenifer and Aadhiseshan don't like each other
Why?
Jenifer was the best friend of cafe owner Murthy's daughter who was murdered
She wants to get back at Aadhiseshan
She is angry We have to convince her
Give me a minute
Jenifer, give me a minute
Sorry Vasu I am little busy
Just one minute I just need to
Please don't disturb me
Please listen to me
- I don't want to meet anybody - Please give me a minute
You can do nothing to them
Neither can I
I investigated the case and reported it on TV
I thought the truth would be understood and they would be punished
Instead, they filed a case against our news...
...channel claiming our reports were false
Don't expect anything from me
Sorry
Can you share the case details with us?
Do you want to know the true story?
The police nabbed Rahul Diwan within 30 minutes of the accident
But, one hour later, the same police dropped him home
As soon as Aadhiseshan took up this case, huge payoffs seem to have been made
The police inspector who handled the case was transferred
Marimuthu, the tea-shop owner is related to one of the victims
I have no idea what happened to him and his tea-shop
Among the six who were killed, there was a 2 year old baby
In brief, he closed this just the way he closed my friend Divya's case
Didn't you get even one eyewitness?
When officials accept bribes, what do you think ordinary people will do?
They used their money to silence everyone
But, there are two things that the Court will definitely allow as evidence
The first one is the tea-shop owner, Marimuthu
The second is the video footage taken at the site of the accident
The video footage is with the police now
That footage alone won't be considered as evidence
Mani, the policeman who shot the video has to testify...
...may be
It is an impossible task
I have already tried hard
I know a constable His name is Guruji...
I know the Commissioner!
You are wasting my time
Please leave
Who is Guruji?
Greetings to you
I am just a constable I don't need this kind of respect
Sit down
Very chilly night! Can we begin the auction?
Ok...ok
The post of Assistant Commissioner in T- Nagar is vacant
That's up for auction now
The only difficulty is that the requirement is for an honest police officer
A very difficult requirement
But the request is from the top and I have to obey
The bid starts at Rs 30 lakh
Rs 30 lakh? What is special about that police station?
Sir, that is one of the most important stations in the city
There are four liquor stores in the neighbourhood
You don't have to look out for 'drunken driving' offenders
They will find their way to you
They will offer plenty You just have to fill up your pockets
There are plenty of shops in the neighbourhood
Fruit vendors, flower vendors, road-side eateries...
You will get regular income through them
That is why it's priced this high
The starting bid is Rs 30 lakh
I bid Rs 35 lakh
That is it
Rs 40 lakh...
Rs 45 lakh...
Muthupandi, Guruji said they need an honest officer
Aren't you facing a trial for an 'encounter' incident?
Rs 50 lakh
Here's one more specimen
Stop glaring at me! You came out on bail just six months back
You're yet to be acquitted in the 'Rape' case filed against you
Don't provoke me
We know you act as a pimp for a lot of big shots
Just focus on the bidding
Rs 55 lakh...
Rs 60 lakh...
Rs 65 lakh...
I bid Rs 65 lakh too
It's a tie What should I do?
Do you see that fellow with a potbelly?
Wait and watch how I get the footage from him
- Hello, Guruji! - Hello
How are you?
- Have you brought it? - Yes
Give it to me
That's all?
I asked you for more
I don't run a lucrative business to pay the entire amount
I will pay the balance amount as and when I can
This is Sakthi, my nephew
Hello
He is going to fight his first legal battle
He's relying on you...
- Please - Do one thing
You've paid Rs 1 lakh
I will give you a discount of Rs 1 lakh
Pay the balance in instalments
You speak like a retailer
- I'll take leave - Sir...sir
I assure you that I will pay the balance amount
Are you sure?
Can I have the footage please?
Hand it over to him
He is Constable Mani He shot the video
You note down his phone number
Your honor May I ask what's happening here?
Please
I've already wasted a lot of my time over this
What is the connection between the 'CD' and the case?
I think Mr Aadhiseshan hasn't watched this video carefully
Please rewind it for him
TN 07 BA 6665
This car is registered in the name of Ravi Diwan, Rahul's father
I've submitted this vehicle's insurance papers...
...and registration certificate for your perusal
Turn on the light
Constable Mani who shot this footage on the night of the accident is my witness
May I call him?
I am sorry your honor It is so funny
Youngsters nowadays acquire half-baked knowledge and
get inspired by movies and think they can argue competently in Court
They want to call their witnesses like they are inviting guests to a function
This is the court
Do you know what an 'advance notice' means?
It means to inform in advance
You can't call witnesses at your will
You have to give an 'advance notice' to the Court and to the defence
Only after the Judge summons the witness, can you bring him to Court
I accept my mistake
But, can you please summon my witness?
You can bring your witness in the next hearing
I faced a lot of difficulties in bringing my witness here
Can you please summon my witness?
Don't spoil my day
Sir, please sir
Aadhiseshan is a senior lawyer
Why don't you listen to him?
You have nothing to lose
Rules have been framed to uphold the law
But they are using those rules to hide the truth
Please don't let that happen
What is it?
People like Adhiseshan use loopholes in our legal system to turn 'brokers'
What?
He says you are a 'broker'
I object, your honour
In my entire career, no one has ever dared to speak to me like this
He wants me to respect him?
Let the case proceedings come to an end I will show you who I am
What will you do? Tell me
One tight slap and your whole lineage will lose hearing
Why don't you try?
How dare you both fight in my presence?
I will say what I want
You don't become a big shot just because you speak in English
I'll bash you up
Try hitting me
Why are you both fighting like rowdies?
Tell him to keep quiet, your Honour
I will speak like that
Silence
If you want to fight to arrive at a decision, why don't you do it outside the Court?
There is a way to conduct one's self in Court Don't spoil that decorum
Mr Aadhiseshan, you are a reputed lawyer
Even judges like me come to you to clarify our doubts
How can you behave like this?
Sorry, I got emotional
This won't happen again
- You can leave - Thank you, sir
- I'll take leave too - No, you stay back
In my opinion, you should try acting in movies
What was that dialogue?
One tight slap and your whole lineage will lose hearing
What a dialogue?
This is the Court
How will the general public respect the court...
...if lawyers themselves behave badly?
You've just begun your career Don't earn a bad name
Don't lose your temper when you argue in the Court
I am not a peon I am a lawyer fighting for justice
How can you expect me to stay calm?
This is the best dialogue of them all
In the previous hearing, your witness gave false testimony
What happened to truth and justice then?
Why did you keep quiet?
Was your conscience on a holiday?
Justice may have its eyes shut But Judges can see everything
Sir, I may have been shady in the past
But I am fighting sincerely for this case now
You may not believe me, but this is the truth
I'll leave
This is not a dialogue from any movie
- Is evertything alright, sir? - Yeah
Hello Vasu
Let's meet tomorrow morning at 10
What do you want?
Are you Sakthi?
Yes
Heard you raised your voice a lot in Court
Do you think you've become a 'Hero' just because you were on TV?
Don't you know how to behave with important people?
Don't take on Mr Aadhiseshan
I warn you Be careful
Brother
Will you pass on this message to Aadhiseshan?
Who are you? Why are you fighting at my store?
Don't hit him Leave him
Hurry up, everyone! They are beating up Sakthi
Who are those men? They've beaten him up badly
Let's take him to the hospital
I'll take leave
Constable Mani
Guruji and Constable Mani's phones are switched off
I went looking for them But their houses are locked
What do we do?
What is the point in summoning a witness who doesn't exist?
He brought Vijay Nair as a witness in the last hearing
It was a complete waste of time Now it is Constable Mani
I think he is doing this for the sake of publicity
Do you want to say anything?
That's why I pleaded with you to summon the witness in the last hearing
But you insisted that we follow the rules
The witness who was supposed to come today hasn't turned up
I am sure you know what happened to the witness
If Mr Aadhiseshan truly believed I was only fighting this case...
...for the sake of publicity, why did he send men to attack me?
It doesn't stop there
I get threatening phone calls asking me to withdraw the case
I object, your honour
He accuses me without any evidence
I can actually file a case against him for this
But, I feel sorry for him
He talks too much and I knew he will get into trouble because of that
But jokes apart
I can't allow something like this to happen to someone in my legal fraternity
You have to take stringent measures to prevent such incidents
I know everything Don't pretend to be a good man
Is this how he speaks to a senior lawyer, your Honour?
Don't start your fight again
I agree with Mr Aadhiseshan
You need a bodyguard
I do not require one
Being alive is more important
Stop there
Mr Sakthi, your witness didn't turn up for the hearing today
Do you think you'll win?
I don't know whether I'll win or lose...
But I will fight sincerely till the very end
That's it
A girl is taking her bath and you are trying to peep
Don't you have any sense?
Don't you know to be respectful to girls?
Idiot! You should be whacked
Look you and your face
Did you eat rice or crap?
Don't spare him
We live on the pavements because we have nowhere else to go
If there is no safety here, where can we go?
Did you think we won't have any dignity because we live on the pavement?
Don't spare him
You are already good looking Why did you have to do this to your face?
I am unable to face people because of some of the things I've done
You still have a chance
I am confident that you will win
I am not confident I am scared I might lose
After a tiff, you would tirelessly follow me...
...pester me and ask if we could start again from the beginning
Treat this case the same way Don't let go
Start again
Give me a call whenever you're feeling scared
I'll set it right
- Are you Mr Sakthi? - Yes, who are you?
I am Constable Balaraman
Based on an order passed by Court, I have been appointed as your bodyguard
I've been trying to find your house for the last 30 minutes
I feel weak
Can I have some tea?
Make him a cup of tea
From now on, if you feel scared, you won't need me
He will take care of you
I will bring him some tea
"March forward, march ahead"
"Your courage will be your strength"
"Failure and its pain will chisel you"
"The chisel strikes and the rock chips..."
"But the sculpture sheds no tears..."
"Dark clouds collide and the downpour soaks parched hearts"
"March forward, march ahead"
"Your courage will be your strength"
"Failure and its pain will chisel you"
"A thousand obstacles time may throw at you"
"A thousand delusions may hold you back"
"But march forward March ahead..."
"March forward, march ahead"
"Your courage will be your strength"
"Failure and its pain will chisel you"
Lawyer, sir Come this way
Make way for Sakthi sir
Please carry on sir
"From a distance, even a shallow puddle may look deep..."
"But with fervour when you dive in, even the rough sea will seem favourable"
"Stop blaming Fate, own up..."
"Give God a break and figure out your own life..."
"March forward, march ahead"
"Your courage will be your strength"
"Failure and its pain will chisel you"
March forward, march ahead
"Your courage will be your strength"
"Failure and its pain will chisel you"
The 'Land Cruiser' that we saw in the video...
...footage belongs to my client Rahul Diwan
The 'Land Cruiser' in this footage and the vehicle...
...mentioned in this case has just one connection
Both vehicles were involved in accidents...
but they happened at different sites on the same night...
To prove this, can I call my witness, Mr Nagarajan, Rahul Diwan's driver?
Thank you, your honour
Did you notice one thing?
The lawyer is Aadhiseshan (The five-headed snake) and the witness is Nagarajan (King of snakes)
They are as venomous as snakes
- Don't worry,let's handle it - How?
The judge will charm these snakes
- Sir - Control yourself
Can you narrate what happened on April 20?
I dropped Rahul Diwan at a party and was speeding back
- At what time? - Between midnight 12:30 and 1:00 am
Ok, proceed
It was a new car and the roads were empty
So I was speeding
I lost control at a turning and crashed into the road divider
- What did you do then? - I called Diwan, sir
He yelled at me and told me to inform the police immediately
Note this, your honour
What happened at the police station?
Insurance agents made a video recording of the vehicle
This is the truth about the video footage that we watched
I've submitted the insurance papers and police report as evidence
This video footage is no way connected to the case
But the media and Press have been reporting this...
...non- stop and making a mess of the whole thing
That is the truth, your honor
Thank you
1 minute, your honor
Can I ask a few questions?
I am learning the trade from you
How many years have you been driving?
15 years
Fifteen years! You must be an experienced driver
You were driving an expensive car and the roads were empty
How did you crash it?
I just told you that the roads were empty and I was speeding
Were you driving at a speed of about 60 to 70 kilometres?
That's an imported car It can touch 60 kilometres even in the first gear
Which gear were you driving in?
I was driving at about 150 kilometres in the third gear
- Did you say third gear? - Yes
Your witness is messing it up
Did you coach him or not?
This man is lying
The 'Land Cruiser' is an automatic car It doesn't have gears
But he says he was driving in third gear
The 'Land Cruiser Hit and Run' case has reached a sensational point
It has been proved that the car in the police video footage belongs to Rahul Diwan
It has also become evident that Rahul Diwan's driver has given false testimony
You've dragged the case for so long What will I tell my father?
This lawyer is useless Get another one
I am talking, Rahul
There is no point talking Rahul is right
Paaru, I am talking here Mr Aadhisesha, why couldn't you-
What's the matter?
Finish the job
Or tell me right now that you won't be able to
I know how to get him out
But don't build up our hopes and later betray us
Then...
You'd better be worried about consequences
I don't have any enemies
Do you want to know why?
Because...
Ok, leave it I will tell you later
Take care It is raining outside
What if something untoward happens?
Nothing will happen to me I am taking the bus
You can go tomorrow
My father will be furious
I will get kicked out of my job Are you playing the fool?
I am ready to play
Leave me I am getting late
If you don't drop me at the bus stop I will take an Auto
âLove fever in the soulâ
âShe feels the anxietyâ
Hello
What are you doing?
âYesterday is no moreâ
Busy?
What is it, Jenifer?
The tea- shop owner, Marimuthu is in his house
You can meet him if you come immediately
I am there already
I will be there
Sorry, Priya
I have to meet that man first
I'll drop you after that
âArray of stars in my roadâ
âIn my desert...â
âI see the love shadowâ
- Why isn't he here yet? - They are here
Marimuthu is not willing to co-operate
Why don't you try talking to him? I will record your conversation
Come
Come, Priya
- Sir, please come out - Who?
What is it?
This is Sakthi and he is fighting your case
Greetings, sir
Please don't mistake me I've come back here after a long time
If anyone comes to know that I have spoken to you...
Don't be afraid We are there for you
You will go away after this I will be in trouble
They are dangerous
Please don't ask me anything I know nothing
How can you say this? They were your people
Sir, I beg you
I know nothing Leave me alone
If I testify, I won't be allowed to lead a peaceful life
Even if you refuse, I will somehow find another witness for this case
It was such a waste of my time
Sakthi, wait Let's talk to him
Won't you listen? Stop recording
What happened?
Jennifer lift her
What happened Sakthi? Get up
That's the lorry
Make note of the registration number
Carry her
âLove enters the soulâ
âWound vanishes...â
âScream goes silentâ
I don't think this was an accident
They will go to any extent to win this case
Forget about the case and go back to Pollachi
- Vasu, do you have any sense? - I was being honest with him
She has just been admitted - But we know what those men can do
I feel sorry for Sakthi
Sakthi, come here
Sit down
Don't be afraid
She'll be perfectly alright
Who is Priya's attender?
Can you buy this injection?
We will find the culprit
Doctor?
How is Priya?
It's an external injury Nothing to worry
She is stable
Let's take an MRI to rule out anything
âOur dreams go single and our visions mingleâ
âOur thoughts take the path of eternityâ
âYour sparkling kindles my heartâ
âWill hold my lifetime to get your glanceâ
How is Priya?
She is all right
She will be kept under observation for a day and then discharged
I warned you about Aadhiseshan
- Please be careful - I will call you again
Come
I am sorry
You are an outsider
Yet, you are fighting this case for us at the risk of losing your life
I was scared for my life and became a coward
After seeing what happened, I couldn't keep quiet
That's why I'm here
It's not safe to be here any more
You leave for Vandavasi immediately
You take care of Priya I am leaving for Vandavasi
Don't go alone I will come along
Be careful
Wait here I'll be back
Hey! Lawyer!
Nothing seems to stop you
Frisk him
I'll kill you if you touch me
First learn to respect the law
You can't go to Vandavasi now
How do you know...?
Is it Balaraman?
Did you appoint him to spy on me?
He is a joker I wonder how he holds that gun
This is how I hold the gun
Do you know who I am?
I am the Inspector, Special Branch
Put the gun down
I know everything You put your gun down first
I just went out for 5 minutes and in that time you point a gun at Sakthi sir!
We've lost our reputation because of police officers like you
As long as I am around, no one can harm you
Leave now
- Start the car Quick! - What happened?
He has left for Vandavasi
Leave right away Hurry up
Yes, sir Let's go
Where does Kamalakannan from Mela Veethi Street live?
Go down straight and take a right
What?
Get in quick
Get in
My husband is innocent Why are you taking him?
- He didn't do any crime - Get lost I say
Listen to me, sir He didn't do any crime
Now what can I do?
The highly anticipated 'Land Cruiser' case hearing is about to begin
The final verdict on this eight month long case is expected today
The high turnout of the public and media despite the rains has resulted in elaborate...
...security arrangements both inside and outside the Court premises
Will the rich win or will the poor triumph?
We'll know in a short while
Sakthi, you may proceed
Thank you, your honor
I request permission to examine Inspector Selvam, the officer handling this case
I have already submitted the relevant advance notice to the Court
Call him
Inspector Selvam
How are you, Mr Selvam?
I am doing fine
Didn't you investigate this case?
Yes
Were you fair in your investigation?
Absolutely, where's the doubt?
My investigation was honest, fair and thorough
Can you read out the names of the six who were killed in the accident?
Sir
Read it The case is getting interesting
Parthiban
Mariamma
Shanthi
Dhanalakshmi
Pavanu
Kamalakannan
Don't laugh at what I am going to say
Go ahead
These six people come in my dreams every night
They claim you were not fair with this investigation
Just because you didn't find any witness to testify...
...you want to take support from the dead
That's what I am going to do
I am going to call a man you caused to die, to testify in Court
The sixth man who they claim was dead is alive
Inspector Selvam was the man who fabricated a report stating he was dead
Silence...silence
Kamalakannan is the most important witness in this case
You must grant me permission to question him in Court
Hello...hello young man
How many times do I have to tell you?
You cannot bring in a witness without advance notice
I know I should give the mandatory notice
But had I done that, my witness would have been prevented from coming to Court
He started again
This is what happens when an actor turns into a lawyer
This is a Court proceeding
And not some dispute settlement in a village
This is my last chance to reveal the truth
Will you sit down?
Sit down
Don't bore us with your opinions on what is fair and what is true
Sit down before the judge warns you
Sit down I say
Aadhiseshan
Sir
Sorry
All right...
Sakthi, call in your witness
Thank you, your honour
Sir
I have granted permission Let it be
Ask the witness to come
You cannot call the witness at will
You're right But I have granted permission
What more do you want?
The law doesn't allow it
You cannot call in a witness all of a sudden
I know the law too
I am the one granting permission Let it go
But according to the rules of the Supreme Court
This is wrong
How can you grant him this permission?
Excuse me
What did you just say?
How can you grant him this permission?
How can I grant permission?
Yes, sir
Mr Aadhiseshan, this is my Court
And not your club
I am the final authority here
But it is illegal
Mr Aadhiseshan
No, this is illegal
This is contempt of Court
You are not allowing me to complete what I am saying
This is contempt of court
How can it be a contempt of the court, sir?
I am saying it's illegal
How can you say my words could be the contempt of the court?
I object this, sir
Why are you panting?
I only asked you to sit down
Just sit down
I will not sit down
I'm ordering you to sit down
I won't
Sit down
This doesn't end here
I will take it up with the Bar Council
I will make this a big issue
Keep quiet
If you utter another word, I don't know what I will do
Sit down
This has not happened in my 30 years as a lawyer
Shut up
And sit down
Sit down
Get me some tea
Give some tea for him also
Who wants that dirty?
He doesn't want tea
What were you saying, Sakthi?
I was requesting your permission to present Kamalakannan as witness
Call Kamalakannan
Kamalakannan
Sir, what is your name?
Kamalakannan
How are you connected with this case?
I am one of the six people who was wrongly counted as dead after that day's accident
Silence
Can you tell us what happened that night?
My brother's family and I were labourers at the construction site
We usually slept on the pavement on that road
We were to go to our hometown the next morning to plan my sister's wedding
As we had to leave early in the morning, we went to bed after an early meal
We were fast asleep
I heard a loud noise in the middle of the night
It felt like a bomb had exploded right near my head
I woke up with a jolt
I saw a big car had come to a halt on the platform we were sleeping on
When I looked beside me...
I saw my wife and others were under the wheels
Even my 2 year old baby was dead
They were lying in a pool of blood
I didn't understand what was happening
I was confused
Then...!
That's when a fair young man got out of the car
I thought he was going to help us
But that wretched fellow got into the car again and...
When I opened my eyes again, I was at the hospital
Inspector Selvam was there to see me
Do you recall the number of the lorry that caused the accident?
That wasn't a lorry
It was a car
Were you dreaming?
That was not a car It was a lorry
No, it wasn't
I will have to deal with you in my own way
The Inspector took me to a room nearby
Over there
My wife and baby and my brother's family lay dead there
I insisted it was a car
He pointed the gun at me and threatened to kill me
Please spare me...
Spare you?
I will get a lot of money if I kill you
Do you think I have come here to help you?
I have some money with me
Finally, he took the Rs 30,000 I had for my sister's wedding and...
...five sovereigns of gold and asked someone to put me on a bus to Vandavasi
If you call for Rahul Diwan, it will help Kamalakannan identify him
I object, your honor
I would like to cross-examine the witness
Objection over rule
Sir
I'll give you a chance Sit down
Come here, Rahul Diwan
Come up in front
Kamalakannan, take a good look at him and tell me
If he was the one driving that night
Yes, sir
He was the one driving the car that night
Silence
As the case got very interesting, I lost track of time
We'll continue the proceedings after lunch
Your honour
I humbly request you to adjourn the proceedings to another day
I have to go to Delhi for a case I need to argue at the Supreme Court
You go ahead Send one of your junior lawyers here
I cannot adjourn the case The verdict will be given today
I will be back after lunch
Hey
Sir
That man you brought from Vandavasi, how did he come to Court?
He is right here
Call him
Come here, man
Here he is
He is not the one
- Why did you lie? - You can't harm me now
I showed you the wrong guy on purpose
Kamalakannan would have testified in Court by now
Get lost
Hey
Sir
Answer three of my questions
- Is his name correct? - Yes
- Is he from Vandavasi? - Yes
Is he speaking the truth?
Yes
You spared him for a small sum of Rs 30,000?
Damn!
Shut up
Your life is going to be ruined
Save me somehow
I don't want to see your face ever
Get lost
Sir
Sir...sir
Mr Aadhiseshan, you may sum up before I give the verdict
Thank you, your honor
I first wish to thank Mr Sakthi
For filing this Public Interest Litigation
Because of that, the case could be re-investigated revealing new facts and new evidence
Thank you, Sakthi
In spite of substantial evidence, my client Rahul Diwan is still not proven guilty
Before I present my summation
I have to tell you what's worried me for a long time
Just look at every face here
Just look at their faces
I can see restlessness and impatience
That's because even before the verdict...
...they've already made up their mind that Rahul Diwan is guilty
Their desire is to see him put in jail
No one here has the ability to think...
...rationally about what happened that night
What actually happened that night?
A lot of confusions, your honor
The police report states that the accident being disputed was caused by a lorry
But the prosecution lawyer and everyone else claim that...
...the accident was caused by a 'Land Cruiser'
The police report clearly states that there were six victims
But the prosecution claims that it was only five
A man, reportedly dead, suddenly appears as witness and we don't question a thing
Is it a joke?
Your honor
The reason for this is the carelessness of the Police department
And I'm behalf on the honorable court
I strongly recommend the strong punishment to be given to this Inspector Selvam
The Police department is losing its reputation...
...because of Police officers like him
Now I realise why the common man has no trust in the police
They make a mockery of investigation
He should be awarded severe punishment for this
The Police department should realise...
What is the shame they've brought on the department because of their negligence
Emotion society, your honor
Before giving your verdict...
Please consider the nature of the evidence produced
That forms the basis for this case
The first evidence is a careless police report
The second is a witness who has risen from the dead
Two flimsy reasons
Based on such flimsy evidence...
...will the Court be able to give a verdict that my client is guilty?
If such a verdict is given...
I would have to say this is a 'Black day' for...
...the profession that I respect and revere
It's a Black day
Well, your honour
I have something to say
Before that I express my heartfelt condolences to the six people...
...sorry, five people who lost their lives
I have something to say and I say it with a heavy heart
If you sleep on a platform, accidents are inevitable
That is a platform
Not your bed room, damn it
Mind your word
Sorry for the language, your honour
Just my emotion
So your honour
It's all in your hands now
With due respects to you and to your experience
I leave it to your wisdom
And your fair sense of judgement
Thank you, your honour
Silence...silence
Sakthi, your submission
Thank you, your honour
For the first time I accept what Mr Aadhiseshan has said
If you sleep on a platform, accidents are inevitable
I want to ask him just one thing
Actually, I want to ask each one of you here
Including you, your Honour
Who are these pavement dwellers?
Where have they come from?
They don't have a place to live
Neither do they have food, a job nor money
Why do these people leave their hometown and come here to live on platforms...
...and dirty our city?
Have you ever given it a thought?
Do you know who they are?
They are farmers who couldn't pay their debts...
...old people chased out by their family
They are orphans
No one chooses to live on pavements
It maybe all right if they don't get food or water
But the one thing that they can't be denied is Justice
Neither Mr Aadhiseshan, nor your Lordship...
...or this Court can deny this right to Justice
Because it has been granted by the Constitution of India...
When a poor man gets into a legal dispute that is the end of his life
Hearings and adjournments go on and on
The case never comes to an end
We build his hopes and prolong the case
At the end of it, he still does not get justice
Whereas, Rahul Diwan, a rich boy in a drunken state who over speeds...
...and kills five pavement dwellers is considered innocent
Just look at him He pretends to be a good man
Mr Aadhiseshan calls this a joke
I'll tell you what the bigger joke is
This case has been going on for the last eight months
Within which Mr Aadhiseshan has proven that the vehicle that...
...caused the accident was a lorry and not a car
If we give it six more months, he will prove that a train caused the accident
He is quite capable of saying that the...
...witness is Kamal Haasan and not Kamalakannan
Without substantial evidence, you will accept what he is saying
This will be the biggest joke
Mr Aadhiseshan, you said it is not right to sleep on a platform
Is it right to drive a car on the platform?
Don't try teaching me the rules
Sir, there is signage behind you that reads 'Truth will prevail'
Please replace that with 'Justice is for sale'
Sakthi
I apologise
The feeling that the rich can get away with anything by bribing the system...
...is deep-rooted in the common man
Don't get angry Prove that it is not so
Throw this Rahul Diwan in jail
Apart from the accident, he has also attempted murder
Charge him for both
Only then will the common man believe that 'Truth will prevail'
I am not asking you to pity the pavement dwellers
I am only fighting for their right to justice
They are human beings too
Please grant them justice
That's all, your Honour
Silence...silence
Silence
That was superb speech!
Don't you agree, Mr Aadhiseshan? Sakthi's submission was very good
There are two important things to be noted in this case
The Police department hasn't conducted a fair investigation
I hereby order the Tamil Nadu Police to suspend Inspector Selvam...
...and conduct an Inquiry
The next one is that someone has tampered with all the evidence
Mr Aadhiseshan, you have to agree
No, sir
If your client is innocent, you don't have to...
...try so hard to tamper with all the evidence
Everyone knows who caused this accident
But being a Judge I can't give my verdict without substantial evidence
To give a fair verdict, I need substantial evidence
But there was no evidence
I knew who the guilty person was on the very first day of the hearing
But to award a punishment, I need evidence
I was patiently waiting for the evidence
But there was nothing
There were only bundles of paper
But there wasn't a single paper that could be treated as evidence
The witness either won't turn up for the hearing
Or will give a false testimony
I can do nothing about it
The guilty person can walk away scot-free
This is the story till now
But today...
It will be different today
PIL number 48693
The trail, state vs Rahul Diwan
This court finds Rahul Diwan guilty
And sentence him under section 3048
And 307
Of Indian penal code
7 years for hit and run
7 years for attempt of murder
Total 14 years
Silence...silence
Silence
Your honour
This is bizarre
How can you give this as a verdict?
I am sure you know that the Supreme Court will dismiss this case immediately
I will go to the Supreme Court
You can do what you want, go where you wish to
You can go to any Court
Don't stop with the Supreme Court
Go meet the President if you want
You can go anywhere at your convenience
But today, Rahul Diwan goes to jail
You may sit down
The details of the judgement will be forward
The court is adjourned
Congratulations
Sorry, sir
I don't know what I am doing in my excitement
Sakthi, congrats
Sakthi, you won
I'm really very happy, Sakthi
Dad...dad
- Radhul - Mom
'Dedicated to the homeless pavement dwellers'