Bandish Bandits (2020) s01e03 Episode Script

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My family is under huge debt.
And if we don't repay the bank soon
they will auction our home.
I am so sorry to hear that.
But is your grandpa cool
about you singing with me?
No, he doesn't know
anything about this.
Neither the mortgage nor me.
But if he finds out then
Don't worry.
I can digitally tweak your voice.
Nobody will ever find out.
Thank you.
But there's another small problem.
Now what?
Even my father should never know
that I am arranging this money.
It's a little complicated,
Please.
Fine.
The cheque in Panditji's name
will be issued by his
biggest fan Harshwardhan Sharma.
My Dad.
But Radhe, I have a condition too.
Go ahead.
My entire life,
I've idolised Queen Eli.
And while signing my contract
with JP they said that
Queen Eli wants to collaborate
with an Indian artist.
If my songs work,
I have a real shot at this.
So for the next 10 days,
you must dedicate maximum time to me.
I need you to fully commit to me
as an artist Radhe.
Ok.
Welcome on board.
I created this Thumri (song)
For your grandma 30-years-ago.
But she could never hear it.
And since then, even I never
wanted to hear anyone sing it.
But the right successor
to this song is you.
Let's see if you have the talent
to master this song or not.
Sign here.
What now?
Nothing.
Welcome to my studio.
Shall we begin?
Sit. That's my chair.
I've designed a basic groove.
Tell me what you think.
Yeah.
How was that?
Accelerated.
What?
Too fast.
Yeah, so
So if the song starts slow and
Gradually
everyone will fall asleep.
I am sorry,
but I don't want to make a lullaby.
10 seconds.
That's what we've got to
catch the attention of millennials.
I think we should play
it safe and make a love song.
Yeah
Yeah
- Okay.
- That will work.
I seem to remember an old song,
which is quite apt.
Can I try once?
Of course, let's hear it.
Stop.
It's very nice. I like it.
Now try to put some feel into it.
Feel?
Yeah? We try again.
- Yeah.
- We're doing great.
Okay, stop.
Radhe, what are you thinking
about while singing?
About the tune.
That's the problem.
You are so involved with the technique
that you're missing the emotion.
You don't just have to sing
this love song, you've to feel it.
Here.
Let me help you.
Remember the first time when
you held a girl's hand.
Or maybe when you first kissed
her in the dead of the night.
Have you even kissed a girl?
Yes
No. Actually, I haven't
But you must have been
in love with someone.
Love?
Back in high school,
I did pass a chit to Sangeeta once.
- Oh.
- Yes.
Then what happened?
She returned the chit
saying that she likes Chirag.
I think we'll need to
role-play to crack this song.
Role-play?
Yes.
How can you sing from the heart
if you've never experienced
this feeling before?
The racing of your heart,
when somebody enters the room.
The thrill when your
eyes meet in a crowded area.
The feeling that the spaces
between your fingers was created
just to fit the other person's hand.
You mean we've to pretend
to be boyfriend-girlfriend.
No pretending.
I'll give you the full
girlfriend experience.
From the first date
to the final heartbreak.
And then trust me
the song will come automatically.
Well what needs to be done
- needs to be done.
- Exactly.
Stay Radhe, stay.
- Feel.
- Okay.
I'll be back in one minute.
Yeah.
Stay.
Hello.
Shit Paddu, I was going to call you.
I don't think I can make it.
- You are joking, right?
- Please try to understand.
I thought everything will
be fine once Radhe comes on board.
But I've to teach him everything.
I am going crazy.
I cannot waste two days.
Waste?
Tammy, it's my wedding.
It's not some stupid birthday party
which comes every year.
And if you're in such deep crises
then just get Radhe along.
You can rehearse in the morning and
attend the functions in the evening.
So don't make excuses.
Just come. Okay, bye.
Radhe, I've got a brilliant idea.
Tomorrow we will go to Udaipur for a
wedding. As boyfriend and girlfriend.
And that's where we will
work on the song as well.
No.
No, no.
No.
I cannot just go to Udaipur tomorrow.
Radhe, you promised to dedicate maximum
time to me for the next ten days.
Yes, but this wedding at
Udaipur was not on our schedule.
Every day I practise
for hours with Panditji.
I cannot leave the city.
Radhe, you will miss
only one practice session.
So just figure something out.
We really need to stick by
each other and help each other out.
- The feeling isn't right.
- What?
The feeling isn't right.
Try again.
Stop.
Look, Radhe
everyone doesn't have
the knowledge of melodies
but everyone can feel emotions.
Emotion is as important
as the melody.
When singing 'Sringar Rasa' (romance)
one should feel like that too.
But Panditji how can I sing in an
emotion which I've never experienced?
An artist's duty is to present
what he never experienced before.
You won't murder someone
to experience 'Raudra Rasa' (anger)!
Again.
What?
Greetings, Panditji.
- What is this?
- Pardon me, Panditji.
But it's my sister's wedding.
- Whose wedding?
- My sister.
Which sister?
The one that lives in Udaipur.
Tunu aunty's daughter.
- When is the wedding?
- Tomorrow.
- Tomorrow?
- Yes.
Our family priest has said that
the groom's unlucky
phase begins from the day after.
So if they don't get married tomorrow,
the guy can even end up dead.
I cannot come.
- But
- Yes, and I can't either.
- I have to practise everyday
- Great. You forgot, didn't you?
You promised Minty that you will come
to her wedding and stay till the end.
- That was then. So what?
- You are like her older brother.
- But I've to practise
- You mean more to her than me
Go
Not sticking to your word
is as good as lying. So go.
But keep practising.
Yes, Panditji.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
How is it?
It's smooth. And overwhelming.
It's the best whiskey from Belgium.
I've brought you a bottle as well.
I have a question.
Ask.
What brought you back
here after all these years?
What's the plan?
I am trying to find
a groom for Sandhya.
Is Sandhya old enough to get married?
She turned 22.
So I thought it's time.
And I am tired of looking
after the business.
I thought once I find
the right son-in-law
I'll hand over the business
to him and retire. Relax.
Do you really expect to find
someone among the royal families
who will be willing leave this
comfort to settle down there for you?
I am not looking for a
good-for-nothing Prince either.
A decent boy. From a decent family.
That's all I need.
- I see.
- Drink up.
Wow
This must be the only wedding
in history
for which just one wedding card
was printed.
So tell me are you two
going to stay in the same room?
Are you crazy?
This is official.
God why don't you give
me such official jobs too.
And that role-play thing.
That's amazing.
Girlfriend-boyfriend, huh?
Her friend's getting married
and you are having nuptial night.
Enough of this nonsense.
But be careful.
City girls are very cunning.
It's true.
Their relationships last less
than the gap between my two
bathing days.
Is that her?
Hi. Hi.
You look happy.
I just try to be happy for my friends.
Whatever floats your boat, man.
Hi, cutie pie.
Shall we go?
Did you see his face?
He was shocked.
He will actually start to believe
that there's something between us.
I don't care whether he
believes or not but you must.
You are not in
character at all, Radhe.
Out of nowhere,
you called me cutie pie?
- So?
- No I
I mean it's going to take
me some time, but I will catch up.
Let's start from the beginning, okay?
Imagine you just saw me at my concert.
And you're totally shook.
You think I am savage
and now you want to talk to me.
Go. Ready?
Okay.
Yes?
I am feeling really stupid.
Feeling shy?
Yes. A bit.
We don't have time for it.
Radhe, this is serious business.
Come on, again.
You can do this.
Try harder.
Come in.
Hi, Tamanna.
Hi.
That was an amazing concert.
Thank you.
I mean such energy and your voice
Energy? Voice?
Are you trying to flirt
or give your review?
I see
Okay. I get it.
I mean I've to say
that you're looking hot.
Not your cup of tea,
Try negging.
What is that?
It means saying negative
things about someone intentionally.
So that they start taking
more interest in you.
It's like playful teasing, you know.
Sounds more like manipulation to me.
- Radhe
- I am just saying.
I mean you're not that beautiful for
me to say such things out of nowhere.
Oh so you decided
to try negging after all.
No, no, I am just saying not
everything can be about looks.
So you peaked into my soul
just in one performance?
I don't know about your soul,
but your performance was amazing.
Honestly, the way you were singing
and dancing and with such confidence.
- Fab, right?
- Yeah.
-You know, it felt like
-Yes.
Even with that huge crowd
you've some kind of personal
connection with all of them.
Seemed like in just a moment,
you've made all of them happy.
And that's a big deal.
So concentrating only on your looks,
according to me it's disrespect to you.
You are beyond all this.
Wow!
What do I do?
Now you will do as I say.
Stop the car.
Mehboob, stop the car.
Now I am taking
you on our first date.
Out here?
On today's date,
you have two meal options.
Either you can order from this menu,
or buffet style.
The service here is pretty good.
With a VIP guest around,
service has to be good.
Are we going to eat onions today?
No. We won't eat onions
if you don't want to.
Then let's try the buffet.
Paddu.
Tammy.
- I love you.
- I love you too.
- Hey
- Hello.
Mr. scapegoat, huh.
- He's too cute ya, just too cute.
- I know.
Okay, guys. Come on,
follow me, because people are waiting.
Follow me.
- Let's go party.
- Wait a minute.
I'll congratulate the bride
and groom and retire for the night.
You can sleep back in Jodhpur.
This is the next stage of Role-Play.
Meet my friends.
Follow me.
What happened?
Let's go.
Hey, guys! What's up?
- Hey Hi.
- Hey what's up?
Okay. That's my boyfriend, Radhe.
- That's Ronnak, Sanna.
- Hi, Radhe!
- That's Rocky, my best friend.
- Hello.
Hello.
Okay, Radhe. What will you drink?
Cold drink.
No hard drink?
No, I don't drink.
Yes, I'll drink.
Okay. One Dry Martini
with an olive coming up.
Yes, you are a darling
So where did you guys meet?
Love. Do you remember where we met?
At Tamanna's concert.
And were you waiting
to be clicked with her
after winning the audience award?
Rocky
Come on.
Just kidding.
I wish, it was so easy.
But I had to bribe
the security guards.
Really.
But when I reached backstage, I saw
her fans buzzing around.
Then I found the king in me.
And made my way to her.
And when I actually faced her
I just gave up.
It was altogether a different feeling.
I could hear melodies playing
just like in movies.
Like it happens in the film.
Melodies?
The moment hero started looking
into her eyes and he started singing.
And what did he sing
He just blew away her by his voice.
And that moment I knew,
Queen belongs to him.
Do come and sing for me as well, Radhe.
Yeah, sure.
No chance.
I don't let him sing for anyone.
He is too sexy for his own good.
And now the only fear I have that
he might dump me for someone else.
So guys, please excuse us.
I am going to pop into the bushes
and give him his nightly blowjob.
Cheers!
Never have I had a
blowjobs in the bushes.
You don't need to worry.
I won't dump you for anyone.
Easy there, Tiger.
Don't forget this
is just role-playing.
Yes, but at this speed, we
may come up with a song today itself.
Not before our first fight.
Why do we have to fight?
To get some depth in the song.
We've aced the honeymoon period.
Now we've to see whether we can be more
than just a coochie-coo couple, or not.
I was more comfortable
with the earlier phase.
Everyone does.
But you want to know a secret.
Making up after a fight
is a different level of fun.
Hey there, sexy.
Sushant.
- Hi. How are you?
- I am good.
I see you are cheating on me again.
Careful bro, she will break your heart
and leave you stranded.
Shut up.
I am Sushant, by the way.
Madam's first victim.
Radhe.
Now I think I am going
to steal you for a dance.
I hope you don't mind.
This role-play just
went into fifth gear.
Let's see how you can win me back.
Gave up so soon.
No, I didn't.
Dry Martini with an olive.
You are getting overconfident.
Honestly I was shit scared.
Did I pronounce the drink right?
What if I hadn't come back?
I would have still
loved you the way I did.
Tammy, we're missing
you on the dance floor.
Yeah my turn.
To dance with you.
Shall we?
I hope you don't mind.
Can you even dance?
No.
What were you saying
about making up after a fight?
But we haven't fought yet.
You just left me for someone else.
Then I must apologise.
How?
Depends on how angry you are.
I am fuming.
Now?
Still angry.
The more you practise,
singing becomes easier, isn't it?
Panditji, with your permission
can I try to present this song
on the eve of Makar Sankranti.
No, don't be in a hurry.
Your emotions are much better,
but your singing needs stillness.
I will work harder, Panditji.
I will work on the melodies
just like I worked on the emotion.
Panditji,
today after practice he needs to
Oh, yes.
- Radhe.
- Yes.
Don't go anywhere today,
we've to go to the Palace.
To see a bride for you.
Without my consent?
Panditji, I am only 21-years-old.
And I am just beginning
my musical journey.
I am more concerned
about your music than you.
But His Highness has personally
invited us, so we must go.
At least for a short meeting.
Welcome. Welcome.
Greetings, Panditji.
What did you say her name was?
Sandhya.
Sandhya.
Radhe-Sandhya.
Sounds more like two sisters.
I think something is fishy here.
Belongs to such an influential family.
- Raised and educated in Belgaum.
- Belgium.
Fine, raised in Belgium.
Couldn't they find white boy
for her there?
Is everybody dead?
No one else is left?
Why did they like our little
master Radhe Rathore only?
Highness has a solid track record.
Every wedding he's been to, always
ends with quarrels and violence.
Land, fortune, or women.
But now he's personally invited you
for his brother's daughter's
proposal.
You're going to have a
one-in-a-million married life.
I don't know whether you're
trying to encourage me or screw me.
Why will I screw you?
Look
His Highness and Panditji
are already doing that.
Do you know what I am worried about?
He has a huge cattle-herding
business in Europe.
So what?
What if they make
you the herdsman there?
Why would I go there?
She is coming here.
What? Then something
is definitely wrong here.
And even if something is wrong,
you will have to manage.
Panditji too
Radhe.
Radhe, meet Sandhya.
She has learned western classical
from Brussels's Conservatory.
She topped her class.
She knows Indian Classical as well.
Why don't the two of
you go and have a little chat?
I came second.
In the Royal Conservatory.
I came second in class.
I didn't top my class.
You are trained in
Indian Classical as well?
Well not formally, I tried
to learn through YouTube videos.
But then I realised nothing
good ever happens on the internet.
I must say Panditji
has an amazing voice.
He does.
Do you have a cigarette?
You smoke?
No.
Then why did you check your pocket?
You asked suddenly
- You know why we're here, right?
- Yes.
That's why I am feeling
a little awkward.
I have a question What is
the biggest lie you've said till date?
I cannot reveal that.
You seem like a nice guy.
I am sorry if I made you feel awkward.
Shall we go back?
Panditji, Surya's such
a big fan of yours
that he's been making your daughter
listen to your songs since she was a kid.
I have seen sister-in-law somewhere.
Have you ever been out of Jodhpur?
I went to Tonk when I was in school.
In a truck.
It was my uncle's wedding. Understand.
I want you all to hear
Sandhya's voice once.
Panditji
Two years ago I saw a recording
of one of your Sangeet Samrat Event.
With your permission
I would like to sing
a rendition of that.
She is a little too modest as well.
She has been practising that
song since the day she heard it.
But to understand such a rendition
properly, even a lifetime is less.
Sing, dear. Go on.
Wow.
Your Highness
It will be an honour to have
Sandhya as a part of our family.