Black Warrant (ब्लैक वॉरंट)

What's your name?

Sir, Sunil Kumar Gupta.

Why do you want to do this job?

Sir?

Why do you want this job?

Sir, this is one of the most important jobs in society.

It's an opportunity to do something for the nation.

If you select me, I'll put in hard work and remain sincere.

I will ensure--

"I will ensure that no one ever has a reason to complain."

Is that right?

Everyone who came in before you said the exact same thing.

Did you see the other candidates waiting outside?

Yes, sir.

Did you notice any difference?

This job requires someone who is tall and strong.

Take a look at yourself.

Sunil, tell me honestly.

Why do you really want this job?

Sir, I come from a humble, middle-class family.

My father had to take early retirement due to an eye condition.

My mother works as a midwife at the railway hospital.

So, even at this age, she still has to report to work at irregular hours.

My older brother's job doesn't pay well either,

and he's getting married soon, which will only add to our expenses.

Mama?

It is important that I contribute to the family.

Mama!

I'm going.

Well then, look for another job.

Why do you want this one?

Where are these jobs, sir?

This was the only position available in the Employment Exchange.

So I applied.

And, sir, there are only a few candidates waiting outside,

which means this job isn't in high demand either.

But, sir, this job is perfect for me.

I'm hardworking and trustworthy, and I hold two degrees, one in law.

You're not scared, are you?

No, bhaisahab.

If you feel scared, simply chant the Gayatri Mantra.

Yes, Bauji.

Also, if I get this job,

I can continue living in Delhi with my family.

I can take care of my parents, sir.

So it's for the sake of your family?

Yes, sir.

Didn't you just say that you wanted the job to serve society and the country?

That too, sir.

You will get that opportunity too.

Make sure you don't back down then.

Okay?

Yes, sir. Absolutely.

Thank you.

Listen, this job isn't your typical nine-to-five like other government jobs.

Here's my letter.

Your family will always be worried.

Okay.

There will be a thousand different types of stress and problems.

Each day before work, you'll find yourself wondering what comes next.

Come on!

- Lower your gaze! - Hey, walk fast!

Come on!

Do you think you can do it?

B. L. VIJ

You can't join today.

Sir?

Sir, there must be some sort of misunderstanding.

Who has had the misunderstanding?

Sir, I have cleared the interview.

By bribing the board?

- Sir? - Or is the PM your relative or something?

Both of you, go and report to DSP Tomar.

Welcome to Tihar.

- Welcome, sir. - Sir!

Go home.

I'm saying this for your own good.

You won't survive here.

They'll eat you up.

So, what they say is true.

Only candidates from Punjab and Haryana make it through.

The SP cuts out everyone else. Am I right?

Why's that?

Well, it's a difficult job.

They need strong men.

Let's go.

Go try once again.

Talk to him.

- What happened? - Nothing.

Yes.

No, sir. Sorry, sir.

Sunil Kumar Gupta!

In or out?

In, sir!

Come, let's go.

Good morning, sir.

Is he some top officer?

You're in Tihar, Jailer sahab.

Don't you know who's in charge around here?

Charles Sobhraj.

So, Sunil Gupta…

can you do it?

THE SNAKE

Behind you is the gatehouse.

And right ahead is the control room.

The Madrasis control the area up to the gatehouse.

I mean, the Tamil Nadu Special Police.

The majority of inmates can't understand their language.

This lowers the risk of corruption and enhances security.

But don't forget, no jail in the world

is actually run by the guards.

It's always run by the inmates.

You see them? Come on.

These two inmates with black belts

are called numberdaars.

You'll learn to trust them over time.

Just hope they return that trust.

The one on the left

has killed five.

And him…

His crime…

You're not ready to handle that yet.

This jail is really short on staff.

None of the ASPs before you were able to handle the job.

After a long time, we've had three new appointments.

The small staff we have here

is managing 16 wards.

Separate wards for men and women.

There are 1300 prisoners here with more than 1000 undertrials.

The courts don't have time for them,

and the police keep bringing in new detainees every day.

Why?

Because here we are.

The damn custodians of this prison.

When you enter a ward or barrack, always watch for the exit

- and keep your back to the wall. - Yes, sir.

Keep your eyes peeled and your ears sharp.

- Don't trust anyone. - Jai Hind, sir!

- What's going on, Yadav? - A snake has been spotted, sir.

If an inmate captures and kills a snake, they earn a fifteen-day remission.

Really?

They say jail is society's trashcan…

but it's really just a circus.

Stop it!

All right then.

- Who killed the snake? - I did.

No, sir. I killed the snake.

Wow!

It's a draw.

Well, the snake's dead, and the paperwork spared.

But, sir…

No. Nothing, sir.

No, no.

Tell me, ASP Gupta.

Sir, one of them has to be telling the truth.

Yes, one of them is.

That person deserves a reward, right?

Figure out who's telling the truth.

Me, sir?

Yes, you.

Find out

and report back to me.

Go find out.

Hey, what's your name?

Sarju, sahab.

Why are you in jail, Sarju?

I moved from Solapur to Delhi to look for a job.

I couldn't find work.

Hunger kept me up at night, so I ended up picking pockets.

Today, I spotted the snake first and followed it.

How did you kill it?

For 15 days, I'd take down a tiger too.

The second I threw the stone,

- he snuck up on me-- - Stop talking, motherfucker!

Hold on. Let him speak.

This motherfucker is lying!

Eyes down, fucker!

Okay.

You tell me.

- What's your name? - How will that help, sahab?

My name is Sunil Kumar Gupta.

What's your name?

Neela.

Why are you in jail, Neela?

Don't go there, sahab. Let's get to the point.

Bastard! Lower your eyes!

Look, sir. He just won't talk straight.

- He won't tell you the truth-- - Shut up, motherfucker!

It's good.

Yes, it's great.

Is the matter resolved?

No, sir. Not yet.

Come, eat.

Why eat alone? Come sit with us.

No, none of you are vegetarians.

I'm fine.

What a guy!

Sunil.

- Hello! - Hello!

Yes?