I understand.
But they won't listen to me.
We put in a lot of effort to convince you.
Didn't we?
Why are you changing it now?
-All the time! -What do you think of us?
Do you know how frustrating it is
to have a movie screening for a fan's show?
This is not right, sir.
It's okay if the rates are a problem.
But everything is sorted here.
How can you cancel a show because you fear fights breaking out?
What do you mean there might be brawls?
-People will laugh at us, sir. -How do we look like to you?
That's not an issue.
Do you think our man's pride would tolerate the news about...
his fans destroying the theatre tomorrow?
Why would we ruin our hero's reputation?
Wouldn't we care about it?
We care a lot about it.
Ranga's the president of the fans association.
Wouldn't he be cautious? Tell me.
What are you even saying?
We wanted to show the film.
We're being fair, but you aren't.
If you don't stand by your words,
you shouldn't have given us your word.
All that is fine, Prasad.
I didn't even take a single penny from you guys.
Did I?
No, right?
But I gave Ranga my word.
I'll talk to him about it.
I'm not going to listen to you guys.
I have decided.
Let Ranga arrive.
I'll talk to him and put an end to it.
You may go.
Annaya, where are you?
Rao is a scaredy-cat, Anna.
He always threatens our boys.
And now he's backing off.
It's nothing, man. He rushes things at the last moment.
-Annaya. -Yes.
Ranga annaya. Talk to him once.
-Where is he? -In the cabin.
-What is he saying? -Listen for yourself.
Greetings.
-Come in. -My boys told me about the show.
Be seated, Ranga.
-Let's sit and talk. -That's not an issue, sir.
What can we do if you say such things at the last moment?
Hey, what's the price of each ticket?
Rs. 1,200.
You're selling tickets worth Rs. 70 for Rs. 1,200.
If the film's good, Ranga,
you can sell it for Rs.12,000 as well.
They'll clap their hands and enjoy themselves.
-Why talk about it now, sir? -Yes.
If something goes wrong during an audit after raising the price,
these blockheads will cause serious damage.
That's why I'm cancelling this show.
Why are you talking like this before the release of the show, sir?
We know that the film is going to be a hit.
You'll see that tomorrow.
Releasing a show in your theatre is not a piece of cake.
There's never been a special show for fans here for our hero's film ever.
My hero's film is being screened here for the first time.
And you insult us by cancelling at the last minute?
We'll be humiliated outside, sir.
How many times do I have to repeat myself?
I'm well aware of these fan shows.
Do I deserve that headache for one movie?
That's not the case.
You should've informed us earlier.
What's with this when the show is at 10 o'clock?
Don't trouble me anymore.
I'll tell the boy. Collect the tickets for the morning show.
What's with your tickets, man?
I'm talking about the show.
Do you want to talk to Mr. Swamy?
He's the distributor. He'd know how the movie's going to be.
Would his assurance be okay for you?
You don't understand.
Assurances don’t” last long.
-It'll be different tomorrow. -No, sir.
I know how valuable Mr. Swamy's words are to you.
I'll meet you after talking to him.
-Ranga, listen to me. It's useless. -Bye, sir.
To Mr. Swamy's office.
-This way, right? -Yes.
We'll follow you.
What's the time?
-What if Swamy doesn't accept it? -We'll convince him.
It's 3:30 p.m., Annaya.
3:30?
So, we just have seven... no, just six and a half hours!
I'm telling you.
I can't. We're done.
No.
I don't know what to do about the show I gave to the fans.
-He's fucking killing me. Hello? -The boys are waiting outside.
-Hey, Suri... -That's my situation.
I don't know what to do.
No, sir.
That's what I'm telling you. You don't understand.
Okay, do one thing.
Call me tomorrow afternoon.
I'll let you know.
Why did you come this far?
It's just that there's a problem with Mr. Rao.
He wants us to stop the fan show.
We're hoping you'd talk to him.
He told me as well.
Even I had a word with him.
The fans will create a ruckus if we stop the show all of a sudden.
He isn't listening to me.
How could he not?
He should've informed us earlier.
Not after selling the tickets.
Even our people won't listen to us.
No, sir.
He's scared for no reason.
He keeps saying that the movie would flop.
Why would you buy the movie if it'd flop?
We believe that, but not him.
Yes, sir.
All that aside, Ranga.
Let's cancel this movie theatre and go for another theatre.
We can go to Bejawada as well to watch a movie.
My guy's reputation will be at stake if we go back on our word.
I'm not worried about the tickets or the people questioning me.
Not even about the money, sir.
You promised to screen the show.
You should stand by your word if you want me to live with pride.
I swear on my guy's film.
Nothing will happen to your theatre.
I talked to them. There is no problem.
I guarantee you.
Sir, we understand.
We've been through a lot.
Okay?
Okay, I'll let them know.
Hey, he's here.
I spoke to Rao.
He was uncomfortable.
But, eventually, he agreed.
Take care of the theatre.
Nothing will happen to the theatre.
It's our promise. What say?
-Of course. -Leave it to us.
We'll treat it like a new bride.
Whatever, man. I trust you.
I should be taking your signatures on a few papers formally,
but there's no time for it now.
You are not a stranger.
And you swore upon the cinema.
-Our cinema. -Come on, sir.
Nothing will happen, sir. Everything will go smoothly.
-Be cool. It will be fine. -Okay, carry on.
Bye, sir!
Mr. Swamy.
This is between us.
How's the movie? Is it nice?
That's why I bought it.
I'm more stressed than you.
Okay?
Go and look after your work in the theatre.
-Go. -Okay.
-Ranga. -Sir?
I'll call Rao after receiving the key.
-Okay, sir. -You guys can go.
We'll take care. And, sir,
send us the new posters.
-I'll ask my boys to send them. -Okay, sir.
-Bye. -Okay.
-He saved us. -Hey, Prasad.
You guys look after the work in the theatre.
-We will. -Okay.
-Did you get the money? -Here.
-Annaya. -Yes?
You guys were talking about some key.
What was it?
Oh, that?
It's the cube key.
Everything runs through satellites these days.
We can't see the movie unless we get the key from the producer.
You know OTPs, right?
-It's similar to that. -Oh.
Whatever.
Those days with the box were great, right, Annaya?
-We'd perform all sorts of rituals. -Those were the days, man.
-The top one? -Yes.
Let him see it.
Greetings, Chinababu.
-Welcome, Ranga. -Here you go, sir.
Your investment and your profit together.
Count it up.
When is the show?
-At 10:00 p.m. -When?
10 o'clock, sir.
Oh.
It will be over soon.
You be there early.
We saved you a seat in the first row.
I'll be there ten minutes early for you guys.
Or you can be there 30 minutes early.
This is your show.
Here's your commission.
-Three per cent. -Sir...
Keep it.
I don't take God's money.
Listen to me and avoid such things.
Cinema is cinema, money is money.
Take it.
Sir.
This special screening is like
buying new clothes for my father.
The relationship we have will end if money gets involved.
Profits and losses are only for businesses, not for the soul.
Okay. Keep them inside.
The boys outside the theatre will be in high spirits in the evening.
You can have fun, so be early.
-Call me if you need more tickets. -I don't get these youngsters.
You don't have to pay me.
He's telling you to call him if you need extra tickets.
Okay. Cool.
Have a safe ride.
[chanting mantras]
Who the hell is this?
Hey, kid. Did you apply enough gum?
-I did, Anna. -I want it to be perfect.
-This idiot! -Look.
-It should be levelled. -Hey, that's God's photo!
You don't even care about God when it comes to cinema.
What's with you, Mr. Rao?
Okay. Hey, stick it that side for Mr. Rao.
Stick it over there.
He wants that view.
Yes. Okay.
Is it okay?
My God and our God.
Your grave is as bad as my fate.
Go away. You'll honour me later.
-Annaya. -Yes?
Our boys are here.
-Where are they? -In the generator room.
Let's go and pay a visit.
What was Mr. Rao saying?
You know his agony.
BLASTER.
The banner and the band are here.
They would've screened this film in America by now, right?
Where's our man's cut-out, Ranga?
There's always something missing or wrong.
He thought the release date was tomorrow and delayed it.
Annaya!
There's no board about the second show outside.
-Will you stop with the first show? -There will be murder otherwise.
Do you want a board?
What do you want, kid?
-I'm here to turn on the generator. -Go ahead.
Annaya, it's 7:30 p.m.
Why don't you call Mr. Swamy and ask about the key?
You're right.
I'll do it.
Prasad, give me those snacks.
-Here. -Not this!
What's the matter, Annaya?
He cut the call.
What do you mean?
He asked us to call him at 7:30 p.m.
Damn you! Do it outside. Not here.
Go away!
Mr. Rao.
-Did Mr. Swamy send the key? -What do you mean?
You should know about it!
-Didn't he tell you? -He did.
I wanted to know if he told you as well.
It's 7:30 p.m.
Okay, wait. His office is nearby.
I'll go there for your sake.
Mr. Rao, don't stress about such minor inconveniences.
You have high blood pressure already.
Eat your fruits.
What should we do, Annaya?
What do you think?
Let's meet him before the people arrive.
-There's still time for the show. -Okay.
Annaya...
did you look at Rao's face when you asked him about the key?
-He lost it. -Annaya.
-Do you have four tickets? -No. We're done.
Just four, Annaya. Please.
Hey, it's our hero's movie.
Do you think you'll get it now?
When did you learn about the film anyway?
Look at you be all smart!
We'll pay you extra if you want, Annaya.
Hey, he said he doesn't have any.
Let us go. We have many things to deal with.
-Annaya -Buy tickets for the morning show.
-Please do us this one favour, sir. -I sure will.
I'm stressed about this movie.
I'll do it once the film is released.
Okay.
-Okay? -Okay, sir.
Okay, bye!
Why did you come again?
You said you'd send the key.
-You didn't answer our calls... -Why are you anxious?
The producer was on the call.
That's why I disconnected.
-I got all worked up. -Why the stress, man? I'm on it.
I'll give you a call once I get the key.
Okay?
-How long-- -Don't come back.
How long will it take, sir?
I'll tell you.
I'll call you as soon as I get it.
Do you got it?
Bye, sir.
-Annaya. -Yes.
Is Swamy trustworthy?
Why? What happened?
Well, he's talking to the producer now when the show is at 10:00 p.m.
Hey.
Don't be so suspicious.
Trustworthy?
Do you know how reputed a distributor he is?
Why would he lie to us?
I didn't mean that.
-What I'm saying is-- -Hey, shut it.
I trust him.
You trust everyone.
Stop whining.
Hey, move aside.
Move it!
Get out of my way.
Move it.
Move it, kid!
Why have people arrived so early?
The Guntur boys, Annaya.
They had a bike rally. Almost 100 bikes--
-That's Seenu, right? -Pacha Bottu Seenu, Annaya.
Who sold him the tickets?
That son of a bitch may cause unnecessary problems.
Of course! He's running for the next municipal elections.
He brought all these people to show off his strength.
He bought 200 tickets.
-What? 200? -Yes.
He had them delivered to his house.
He was ready to pay 500 more for each ticket.
That motherfucker.
You must be mistaken.
I swear Seenu annaya is here.
Why would he come here?
-I saw him. He was here. -Let me see.
Over there.
Hi, Annaya.
Hey, how are you guys?
We're fine, Annaya.
Why did you come here, Annaya?
Our boys wanted to watch the film. That's why I'm here.
Do you want to watch it too?
Buy two tickets for them.
What do you mean, Annaya?
We heard that there's no show.
I saw it on Twitter.
-What? -Hey.
Call Sunil.
He worked for the movie, Blaster.
Annaya, I'll call him and confirm. My friend works in that movie.
Hey, who dares to cancel the show after booking these many tickets?
Confirm it if you want, but the show shouldn't get cancelled.
Okay, Annaya.
Okay.
All right.
Okay, Annaya.
Annaya!
What?
What did he say?
It seems that they have cancelled the fan shows for AP and Telangana.
Come on, pick it up!
Not again!
This jerk is disconnecting my call!
Give it to me. I'll call him until he answers.
-Give it to me. -Call him.
Ranga? Ranga!
Hey, Ranga. What's the time?
Why are you getting anxious, Mr. Rao?
-The key will be here on time. -I asked you for the time.
It's 9:30. Calm down.
-It's already stressful. -You told them the show is at 10.
Even if we get the key now, it will take an hour and a half to load it.
Why do you care about all that, sir?
-Swamy promised us. He'll handle it. -Handle what
The people are already fucking up the peace outside.
Rao sir, your words--
Sir, a drunkard is creating a scene.
-These sons of bitches have started! -Who's that asshole, man?
They were calm all this while.
I'll kick your balls if you don't play the film today.
Move aside!
Come on. I'm ready to fight.
Hey! Why did you hit him, man?
Stop it!
Hey, watchman! Throw him outside!
-Hey, do we have the show or not? -Who said no?
Hey, we saw it on Facebook. Is the show still on or not?
We saw it on Twitter as well!
Tell us!
I'll break the glasses if you don't play the movie on time!
Can't you hear them? They're asking me about the show.
Come down and answer them.
He's the one who's responsible. Ask him. He'll let you know.
-Hey, move aside! -Move!
Wait!
He should've managed it, Annaya.
Why did that shorty drag us into that mess?
I'm already stressed and now I have to deal with this bullshit!
Nobody knows how to watch the movie in peace.
Annaya, Seenu's telling everyone that there's no show today.
I already warned you about him.
-Come on! -Come on, Anna.
-Deal with them! -Stop it!
-Stop it.
Stop it!
-Stop it, you! -Stop it...
-Stop it! -Wait!
-Stop it! -Wait.
The screening will happen on time.
Don't believe in some alcoholic's words.
But the news says something else.
Hey! Forget all that.
Where is he?
Brother, come here.
You wanted four tickets, right?
-Do you want them now? -Yes, Annaya.
It's not Rs. 1,200 now.
Each ticket is for Rs. 3,000.
Will you buy it?
I will, Annaya.
Hey, Satyam. Give him the tickets and collect the money.
-Wait. -For today's show...
the tickets are still available.
Each one costs Rs. 3,000.
You can buy them if you want!
I repeat!
The show is at 10:00 sharp.
No matter who shouts or provokes.
The show is not going to stop!
-Hey, where are you rushing to? -Hey, wait!
-Wait! -We're here now.
Wait. One minute. Hold up. Stop it!
-Annaya is here to talk. -Why are you guys shouting?
Brothers.
Please listen to me patiently.
I'm just like you guys.
This is our hero’s movie.
The manager and I are trying to play the movie.
-The cube key-- -Hey, whatever!
Do we have a show or not?
-Bro, how old are you? -15.
Such impatience at your age?
Wouldn't I tell you earlier if I knew?
Is the show on or not?
-Hey, it's all a fucking drama! -Hey, wait for a minute.
Wait!
Okay. I'm going to the distributor's office to know what's up.
If you don't trust me or are getting impatient,
come with me. Let's go together.
Let's go, ask them and deal with it.
Okay?
Hey, it's the distributor, Swamy.
Here! It's the distributor with Swamy.
I'll talk to him if you remain silent.
Put it on speaker!
-Hey! -I will do it.
Put it on speaker.
Sir! Mr. Swamy!
-Ranga, the thing is-- -What's our situation now?
-You said 10:00, but it's past 10:00 now. -No, man...
-listen to me... -We're waiting, sir!
Yes. Change it to 11:00 p.m.
Sir?
-Are you sure, sir? -I'm sure, man!
Here you go.
The show is confirmed for 11:00 p.m.
He said it himself.
Forget all that!
How long do we have to wait?
Hey.
We waited two years for one blockbuster.
Can't you wait for another hour?
Can't you?
You said 10:00.
You're changing it to 11.00 now.
You didn't want to talk to us until we broke the glass.
-The boys are sure about the time. -Hey!
Don't tell me stories.
You told me 11:00, right?
I'll wait.
But if you fail to play it at 11 o'clock...
I heard you sold each ticket for Rs. 3,000.
I'm here with 200 people.
Settle the amount for tickets of 200 people.
Three? What do you mean, Seenu? You bought them for Rs. 1,200.
Hey! Am I talking to you?
Shut your trap!
Keep it in mind.
200!
I told you very clearly
that we don't want to deal with this bullshit.
Not one fucker listened to me.
My smartass should be ashamed.
I shouldn't have believed in Mr. Swamy.
Mr. Rao.
The show is at 12:00 a.m., not at 11:00 p.m.
Let our boys know.
Sub-inspector sir.
This is Rao.
The manager of Lakshmi Talkies.
It's just that we have a show for fans tonight.
We're not sure when it's going to start.
The people outside look like they'll destroy the theatre.
Can you send someone for security?
Okay. Okay, sir.
Sure, sir.
Thank you.
Annaya, let's do one thing.
Let's talk to Chinnababu and return Seenu's money.
-Yes, Annaya. That's right. -What's right?
Do you guys even have brains?
We sold the tickets for our hero's film.
If you return the money, you or I won't get humiliated.
He will get humiliated.
You shouldn't just call yourself fans.
You must face whatever hurdles there are.
That's when you can call yourself the fan of our hero.
It isn't about that, Annaya.
-I'm talking about Seenu's tickets. -Hey!
Don't tell me all that!
Greetings, sir.
-Why did you call the cops? -They're inside. Here.
-Why are you worried? -Annaya!
-Greetings, sir. -What's the count?
Around 500 members?
Yes, sir.
We don't have enough force to control that crowd.
You care about your heroes more than your own lives, right?
So, deal with it.
Why do you need these fan shows at this age?
-Are you a kid? -Don't say that, sir.
We're not scared of anyone.
You know Pacha Bottu Seenu, right?
We're only scared of him.
Just stop him.
I saw it while coming here.
He showed up with his battalion, didn’t he?
Seenu.
This is SI Rambabu.
Can you come to the manager's cabin?
Nothing. I want to talk to you personally.
Why in public, Seenu?
-Call our boys too. Let's see. -I'll wait.
Yes, on the first floor.
-Welcome, Seenu. -What, SI?
Long-time no see.
How's your father?
It's nothing, Seenu.
There's some confusion about the show.
Hey, tell him.
Sir, Swamy--
The show is not at 11:00 p.m.
Is that all?
Mr. Swamy assured us about the time.
It will be at 12:00 a.m., for sure.
-Hey, Ranga! -Sir?
Don't make me file a case!
Hey! I don't care about the numbers.
I've been through many dealings like this.
My boys wanted to go to the movies.
That's why I'm here with them.
You delayed it for two hours.
I'll not stay calm if you make
a fool out of my 200 men.
My men will be here in the next 30 minutes.
But before that, he should confirm that the show will be at 12:00 a.m.
Or else, SI, I'm saying this in front of you.
I'll beat them regardless of whether they give me my money back or not.
I don't know about your theatre, Rao.
I leave it to my boys.
Be careful.
What's this, sir?
Give it to me.
Hey, boys!
Listen to me carefully.
The show is not at 11:00 p.m.
It's at 12:00 a.m.
Hey, don't shout!
Hey! Look over there!
Stop shouting!
You are here to watch the film, right?
It might get delayed.
That's all.
If you act in haste and do something to the theatre,
I'll throw you guys in jail!
Do you understand?
Our men will be here.
If something goes wrong, you will be treated badly.
Keep that in mind!
I told them it's at 12:00 a.m.
I can't do anything if it goes past that.
What is it, brother? What's the matter?
Sir, there's a small problem.
Seenu's issue is turning bad.
Let's settle his 200 tickets and pay him back, sir.
Look, Saksham.
He bought them for Rs. 1,200 and is asking them back for Rs. 3,000.
It's not wrong of you to be scared of him and give it back.
But I'm a businessman.
Why do I care?
You're supposed to show the film.
They're supposed to watch it.
-Don't involve me in it. -He didn't even listen to the SI.
Can you please...
Don't tell me all that.
I already asked Ranga to take his commission.
What did you say?
You said don't involve money with fandom.
Why are you talking about the money again?
Why do you want to go that far for these heroes, man?
I can't help you this time. Leave me alone.
Sorry.
Bring him here.
Okay, Annaya.
The prick is not here.
Where is he?
Hey, look here.
Damn it! Annaya!
He took us for fools and scurried away!
Son of a bitch!
Playing games with me?
-Seenu-- -You!
Here, take a look.
The show is at 4:00 a.m.
-At 4:00? -I can't do anything.
The producer had a word with us.
Not only here.
It's the same everywhere.
Sir.
Please tell us the truth.
I'm being honest, man!
I have sent the key to Rao.
For you, it's just one theatre.
Motherfuckers!
But I'm answerable to many theatres.
I have had enough!
I'll look for another job.
Bollocks!
What's our situation now, Annaya?
Why did you come now? What a waste of time!
-Why make false promises? -The Fan President?
Our hero got humiliated because of him.
Motherfucking cinema owners!
They always cancel shows.
-I've seen many. -Don't mind him, Annaya.
These assholes think we have no clue.
Fuck cinemas! Fuck these shows!
Forget it, Annaya.
Annaya.
Annaya!
It's more than what we owe you.
Take it and fuck off!
Do you hear me?
You don't have to see my hero's movie.
Hey, don't raise your voice!
Hey!
It's because of people like you that a good film flops.
The show is at 4:00 a.m.
I want you and your people to leave.
You can fucking hit me if you want.
I'll sit inside with my wounds.
But I'll go to my house or a hospital only after watching the movie.
These people might bear your showboating. I can't.
So, I request you.
Stop being a nuisance and fuck off.
There's your money.
So, you're sure about this movie?
Yes.
-What if it gets fucked? -Hey!
I'm telling you it won't!
What if it gets fucked?
It won't! Can't you hear me?
If it does, I'll do anything you tell me!
If the movie's good, I'll buy all the tickets for the next three days.
What will you do if it flops?
I'll do whatever you tell me.
There's no way this movie's going to flop.
-Think again. -I'm sure of it.
Okay.
I'll be here for the morning show.
If the movie's good, I'll buy all the tickets for the next three days.
If it flops...
this guy has agreed to do anything I want him to do.
-Is that all? -Yes.
You all are witnesses.
Annaya, why are you doing all this?
Keep them with you.
Go.
All the best.
THE SHOW HAS STARTED
Hey, what are you guys doing?
Stop it!
-Stop it! -Are you fucking insane?
Hey! Move it! Move aside!
-Stop it! -Stop it!
Hey, brother, please. Stop it!
-Hey! Annaya! -Annaya...
-Annaya. -Annaya. What happened?
-What happened, Annaya?
-Open your eyes, Annaya. -Hey!
-Bring some water! -Annaya.
Open your eyes, Annaya!
-Annaya. -Annaya!
-Open your eyes, Annaya. -Annaya!
Annaya!
Everything's broken, Swamy sir.
These schmucks destroyed the theatre.
I bought that film for a huge amount.
They brought me to the streets!
I spent too much on this!
It's a disaster overseas too!
Damn it!
He showed up without even combing his hair.
What kind of a hero is he, sir?
Motherfucker! He made a fool
out of everyone, sir. That son of a bitch!
DUMBFUCK
BLASTER.
They reunited? Bullshit!
They speak of their favourite gods, don’t they?
Forget gods. Does he even respect humans?
He signed a movie with the same director and producer.
He returned all the distributors' money as well.
What about the things that happened to us, Annaya?
Can he do something about it?
Are we even visible to him, Annaya?
Reunited!
REUNITED
One cigarette.
Annaya!
VENKAT RANGA
Jubilee Hills?
Anna.
Is this the way to the hero's house?
This is it.
-Okay, thanks. -Okay.
"I LOST MYSELF BECAUSE OF YOUR FILM, I NEED ANSWERS"