1945

The Second World War.

It forged a brand of violence the likes of which mankind had never seen.

Though the source of the war was in Europe...

...yet, the ruin and destruction it brought, shook the entire world.

This war did not erupt overnight.

It was a meticulously planned...

...and perfectly orchestrated savagery.

The nations in conflict were split into the Allied and the Axis Powers...

...and battled each other.

About a 100 million soldiers were engaged in this war.

The Second World War, was an excuse to occupation for some.

A defensive endeavor for some.

An act of greed for some.

But for our great warrior Nethaji, it was a war of Independence.

In 1941, by attacking the United States of America...

..Japan directly entered the Second World War.

Japan occupied several nations in South East Asia...

...and came all the way up to eastern India.

Nethaji, realizing this was the time for Indians to gain their freedom...

...created a formidable force: The Indian National Army.

He allied with the Japanese and fought the British.

"Give me your blood and I will give you freedom.", he said.

In response, hundreds of thousands of people stepped up to join the INA.

I was one of them, too.

Stay calm and listen to what I am about to say to you.

Nethaji, our revered leader and commander of the INA...

We have news that he is dead. -Impossible!

He isn't dead! No one can destroy that great warrior!

It's British propaganda!

He isn't dead! No one can destroy him!

Let's pray no harm must have befallen our leader!

Two years ago, the British lost Burma to Japan and have now recaptured it.

If we leave the forest and blend in with the people...

...before the British take up the rule, no one can spot us.

Also, there's no other news from Mr. Ramalingeshwaram.

Don't know what happened to him, either. Not only that...

British forces have defeated and arrested our INA soldiers in the Mandalay forest.

So, let's leave the forest right away!

Those who agree with my decision, raise your hands!

Come along.

Don't be mad everyone raised their hands, Aadhi.

Nethaji will definitely come back.

The hands that were raised will soon hold rifles.

Let's go, Aadhi.

Long Live Nethaji!

"Long Live Nethaji!"

What happened?

Her father tried to get her married to another, instead of her lover.

Unable to bear that, she consumed poison.

Mother India, I bow to thee!

Long Live Mahatma Gandhi!

Mother India, I bow to thee!

My mother was in India. My father was in Burma.

I was in London. Our separated family...

...came together only at my sister's wedding.

Our family was full of happiness!

But destiny had something else in store for us.

It took away my parents from me in an accident.

I was the only one in the family who could take over my father's business.

So, I discontinued my studies in London...

...and left for Burma.

Regardless of the obstacles, keep faith. You will win.

Be ready to come to Burma soon. -Got it.

Must you go now, just as I'm about to have the baby?

Don't be afraid, Lakshmi.

Your fear will also frighten my child who is inside of you.

This British rule must come to an end.

That's why I'm going to Burma to join the INA. See me off happily!

Don't cry, mom.

Be proud Nethaji chose me to fight for our nation's freedom!

Thank Mr. Prakasam Panthulu, who enlisted me into the INA, dad.

I'm not stopping you.

There is a place for women in Nethaji's INA too, right?

Take me with you!

I'll fight alongside you!

Take her along!

She speaks so courageously, right? Take her along!

Mr. Ramalingeshwaram is in Burma.

Once you get there, just tell him Prakasam Panthulu sent you.

He'll recruit you into the INA.

Then, you must fight alongside the Japanese and defeat the British.

When that happens, our nation will gain independence!

Our national flag will fly free!

Long Live Nethaji!

Thank Goodness. Nothing happened!

Oh, no!

What is this, sister?

It is an alarm watch.

I'm taking it for my father.

As he gets busy with work, he often forgets when to have his meal.

So, if I keep this watch in his food carrier...

...it'll beep at the right time!

Only Indian women can show such affection.

Why are you going to Burma? -My father intends to do business there.

So, he's taking all of us along.

But I don't like it at all, sister.

I moved to Burma at a young age, too!

Didn't like it, either.

That's why I come to my grandma's house here, anytime I could.

Now, I no longer can.

Why? -A prospective groom's coming to see me!

My father wants me there immediately even if there’s no one to accompany me.

The ships's about to leave. Let's go. -Come, Lakshmi!

My mother's calling. I'll see you later, sister!

No one suspected you, right? -No.

Are all of our guys here? -Yes.

Let's go.

Don’t touch women for the checks!

I have the authority to conduct checks any way I please!

The cops are almost here! Run away, my boy!

Why panic, old lady?

They mustn't be struck. They must be killed!

They're almost here, my boy. They have all the power and authority!

They won't hesitate to even kill you. Let's go!

Come! I'll take you in my car!

Aadhi! How are you?

You're fine, right? Took me time to get there. Sorry.

I was so scared at the thought of something happening to you.

Is all this really necessary?

I'm sorry, sir. Forgive me.

Without realizing you're my employer's son, I hugged you.

Please forgive me.

I'm always your childhood friend Aadhi, man!

Come!

Open the door. Let's go inside.

Couldn't come quietly, right? Why get into a fight with the cops?

I'm not the one at fault.

That British bastard is the one to blame.

How do you know his name already?

"Bastard" is a swear word! Not a name! -I see!

Even swear words sound cool in English!

"Dearest Aadhi, this is your father."

"Dear son, without your consent, I have found a bride for you."

"It's none other than the daughter of Mr. Subbaiah Chetty!"

"Assuming you will honor my decision, I have given them my word."

"You'll honor it, right?"

Every letter reads the same.

He'd lovingly write each one.

Fearing you'd read the letter and reject the girl, he wouldn't send it.

If you marry Subbaiah's daughter, your father's soul'd be at peace!

Who is that girl?

Get bathed and dressed. That entire family awaits you!

I'll definitely fulfill your wish, dad.

Thank You Mr. Prakasam Panthulu, for sending us such driven soldiers!

Our only ambition must be to drive out the British!

Though we are multi-lingual and multi-cultural, we are one.

The British continue to steal our resources and enslave us!

In the final battle between them and Nethaji's Indian National Army...

...we must ally with the Japanese and defeat the British!

With the same enthusiasm and these warriors...

...we can force the British out of India, too!

Until then, think not about your family or any attachments you may have!

It is far better to die fighting for your nation, than to live as a slave!

A free India! Long Live Nethaji!

Long Live Nethaji!

Disperse! Begin training, all of you!

Send someone who knows English well to spy at the Collector's mansion.

Yes, sir.

Mr. Sastri! How much longer? Make it fast!

Mustn't the accounts be checked?

Shall I take your leave? -Go on.

What is it, Subbaiah? Why such haste?

Family of a prospective groom is coming.

Really? Where is the groom from?

London! -I see!

Got a white groom, huh? -Not at all!

He's from our city, but studies there.

Who's that? Going by the resemblance, he looks like the Collector's son!

Indeed. He just arrived from London!

He's shamelessly going around with three girls!

It's disgusting!

When he sees a girl, he takes her out, claiming he wants to talk to her alone.

After everything is done, he'd say he doesn't like her.

Been five days since he came.

He's gone around with twenty girls, so far!

Your groom studied in London, too, yes?

Be careful!

If you say so, it must be true!

Until the engagement, I'll ensure the groom never sees my daughter!

Perfect! -See you!

Why are these corpses here?

They're set to be burned, sir.

Greetings, sir! -Welcome!

Please come in, dear son!

The groom is so tall! Think your house needs a taller doorway!

Greetings, my son. -Hello.

Please come in.

Greetings! -Greetings!

Have a seat, Bhai.

Everything okay, right?

How about that? Do you like the groom?

What? You like him soon as you lay eyes on him?

Because he's all suited up, right?

Not at all!

He got into a fight at the harbor with a British cop who felt up a woman!

If he can give so much respect to a woman he does not know...

...I truly believe he'll take good care of me!

So the both of you are already acquainted!

Oh, not at all!

I just found out he's the groom!