'Going a little farther'
'he fell with his face to the ground and prayed'
'My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me.'
'Yet not as I will, but as you will.'
It was many years ago
on a rainy night, that he had received his call from the Lord.
I have done everything that I can.
Now, everything is in God's hands.
If you heal my Mony's illness
I will sacrifice Sunny to You in return.
I will raise him with the holiness of a saint.
'VISHUDHAN'
He who received the Lord's call when he was only six-months-old
grew up as a loved one among the people and God.
His first mission at a parish was on his 30th birthday.
No.. - Run..
Hey, boy! Come and stand here.
Come on, now.
Sister Sophie, please bring me those bouquets.
Stand in a line.
'Smoking kills.'
Hasn't the priest arrived yet?
No.
Regardless of what they say
Father Samuel was a really nice man. - Yes.
I wonder how this new comer would be.
Didn't you hear what Mr. Vavachan had said? - No.
The new priest is someone who's important to the Bishop.
He had spent three years with the Bishop
after he was ordained the priesthood.
This is his first time in a parish.
No matter who comes, Mr. Vavachan has always benefited from it.
What happened, Mother?
Hasn't the priest arrived yet?
We were informed that he's on his way.
This is ridiculous!
I don't have time to spare! - Greetings, sir.
I'll have to be at my estate to evaluate the accounts.
Also, I have a board meeting to attend at the medical college.
However, if I don't come to welcome
the new priest
what's the point in saying I am a true Christian?
Isn't that right, Mother?
Look, our Father has arrived.
Give it to him.
Thank you.
May the praise be to the Lord. - May it be so forever and ever.
I am Vavachan. Valiyaveettil Vavachan.
He is also our treasurer.
Yes, the Bishop had said so.
It's nothing like that.
All thanks to His blessings
I own about 80 acres of rubber estate.
And about 200 acres of cardamom at Kodagu.
Have you heard of the new medical college that's under the parish?
With His blessings, it belongs to Vavachan as well.
Kindly do pay us a visit during your free time, Father. - Sure.
This is my grandson.
He attends kindergarten.
We call him Kariachan. - Good morning, Father.
That's not what I prefer to hear.
You must say, 'Praise be to the Lord'.
Okay?
May praise be to the Lord. - May it be forever and ever.
This is Animol Jose Kuzhimattom.
She is the president of the mission league.
Really?
She is also the main singer in our choir group.
Wow! - Aren't you the grave digger, Jose's daughter?
Yes! She is the gravedigger's daughter.
Well then, we shall get to know each other later.
Let's enter the church.
The service is about to begin.
Sister, instruct them to ring the bell for the holy mass.
Okay, Father.
Vavachan, let's first start with the ceremony of sacrifice.
'So He made'
'a whip out of cords'
'and drove out all the salesman and money changers'
'from the temple courts.'
'He said, you have turned my Lord's home into a cave for thieves.'
However, that was not the first sacrifice of his life.
In name of the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit
Anna Mariam is now baptized.
Amen..
Let the light of Messiah lead you in this world.
Amen..
Since her baptism is over
she only needs to visit the church again for her wedding.
Praise be to the Lord. - Let it be forever.
'Snehalayam' - Praise be to the Lord.
And who is this out here?
Ms. Teresa hasn't been feeling well lately.
She insisted to go outside.
She's quite an adamant lady.
Really?
What is troubling you, Ms. Teresa?
I am asthmatic.
Is that all? We shall consult a doctor then.
Take her to Vavachan's medical college.
Okay, Father.
Father, why are you still here?
Come inside. - Sure.
Come inside, Father.
Please have a seat, Father.
So, this seems to be the only clean room around here.
Isn't it? - We have many visitors, Father.
It has always been that way.
Though they lacked a roof over their heads
the devotees were quite generous while building this church.
Mother, the condition here is pathetic.
I was intending to tell you this, Father.
Something has to be done.
We are not even in a position to buy them medicines.
Let me see what can be done.
If it's possible, I will arrange a donation campaign.
That'd be of great help to those poor people.
Let me know the date so that I can send Sister Sophie along.
Ask her to come by tomorrow morning.
Father and Sister are here to see us.
What a surprise!
Please come in.
Praise be to the Lord - May it be forever and ever.
Please have a seat. Why didn't you inform me about your visit?
It was a little urgent, Vavachan.
Were you about to go somewhere?
Just to my estate.
It's nothing urgent though.
Please sit, Father.
Susamma, don't just stand there.
Fetch some refreshments for Father.
Shall I get you some tea or coffee?
I don't drink tea or coffee.
Can I have some good cow's milk?
Sure. I'll be right back.
Excuse me, ma'am. - Yes?
Don't serve it in a glass.
Pack it up in a bottle for me. - Okay.
So that I can go home and have it.
It's always better to have milk after dinner.
Sure, Father!
Come along, Sister.
Yes, it's always better to have it after dinner. - True.
What brings you here, Father?
Vavachan
when influential people like you exist in our parish
do you think it's right for things like this to happen?
What happened, Father?
Don't get me started, Vavachan.
I went to the old age home the other day.
The situation is very bad there.
There's no money for medical expenses as well.
The inmates are given free treatment in my hospital.
Of course, I am aware.
You will be blessed for that.
It was His blessings that enabled you
to build up your assets and college.
Why don't you contribute a share to the poor as well?
You must help me, Vavachan.
Please give me a 50.
Is that all?
Hey. Susamma.
When I said 50, I meant Rs. 50,000.
What?
Were you serious, Father?
Yes.
The fact is, I'm quite financially tight.
Since you've come all the way here, I'm willing to give you 25.
That's your wish, Vavachan.
Susamma. - Yes?
Hand over Rs. 25,000 to Father.
Okay.
Here you go, Father. - Thank you so much.
Was Kariachan around here?
Today is a holiday, isn't it? Come here, dear.
Good morning, Father.
I had told you.
You must say, 'Praise be to the Lord'.
Here you go, Father.
Here you go, Sister.
They handle the finance. - Oh, I see.
Then we shall get going now, Vavachan. - Okay.
Excuse me, ma'am. - Yes?
Can I have a paper bag too?
Grapes are good for the blood.
I shall have some after dinner.
Sister Sophie, will you be going to the hospital? - Yes.
Here, take this. Give it to Ms. Teresa. - Sure.
All this would only create health problems for Vavachan.
I shall head to the church.
We begin the band practice for the kids today.
"Has the Eden blossomed into a garden?"
"Have the multitude of stars shown us a sign?"
"Are the kings waiting in hope?"
"For You were born in the haystack as the Son of God"
"with a smile as bright as day light."
"Has the Eden blossomed into a garden?"
"Have the multitude of stars shown us a sign?"
"Are the kings waiting in hope?"
"For You were born in the haystack as the Son of God."
"Do we have enough words to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
"Do we have enough words to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
"With a glance from those great big eyes"
"even the little lilies have started to bloom."
"A caress with those fragile hands"
"will melt away the smallest of miseries."
"You accepted my wounds and protected me from bruises."
"Praises of heavens rain upon my musician of love."
"Do we have enough words to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
"Do we have enough words to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
"Has the Eden blossomed into a garden?"
"Have the multitude of stars shown us a sign?"
"Are the kings waiting in hope?"
"For You were born.." - Good morning, Father!
"...in the haystack.."
Say, 'praise be to the Lord', my boy.
"With a smile as bright as day light."
"Bestow upon him, a thought as small as a mustard seed."
"He'll shower an ocean of blessings upon you."
"Upon the wasteland lying devastated
"there are harvests so precious more than of gold."
"He is the sight for blind and He hears for the deaf. "
"My Saviour chooses to walk the path bearing the cross."
"Do we have enough words to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
"Do we have enough words to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
"Has the Eden blossomed into a garden?"
"Have the multitude of stars shown us a sign?"
"Are the kings waiting in hope?"
"For You were born in the haystack as the Son of God."
"With a smile as bright as day light."
"Do we have enough words to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
"Do we have enough words to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
Please close your mouth, Lasar.
A fly may find its way inside.
"On a journey to heaven.."
"I.." - You seem to be in a good mood today, Mr. Jose.
Is anyone in your area ready to kick the bucket?
Don't get me started.
The lady at Puthenpura has been on her death bed
for over 14 days now.
Probably, the Lord doesn't want us up there anymore.
The loan that you promised to pay after her death
is already over Rs. 450, okay?
It's not that I don't want to pay you. - Then, what is it?
It was in order to help you that I went all the way till Puthenpura
asking for advance money while she laid on her death bed.
And?
She swore at me.
'Consumption of alcohol is injurious to health.'
Hey! - What?
You can give me toddy worth Rs. 600 as a loan.
And why would I do that?
It'll be the cost for digging your grave.
I won't be able to ask you money for that after you are dead.
If ever you utter such words again..
Oh, Lord! Father is coming this way.
Which Father? - Our parish priest!
What? - The Father from our church?
Oh, God!
Where the heck is the remote?
Oh, Lord! Why isn't the channel changing?
'The Lord says, as you sow, so shall you reap.'
'l had a dream. I..'
Praise be to the Lord, Father.
'But I obeyed the Lord's words..'
May it be forever.
I am content now.
Even during the Sunday services at church
I've never seen so many devotees all at once.
Father, if you were wanting to have a drink
you could've just sent someone here.
I would've parcelled one to your place.
Well, since you had come.. - How could you say that, Thomas?
In order to meet our long-time church members
I am forced to visit the toddy shop.
Who among you all is Mr. Kuzhimattom Jose?
That sinner would be me, Father.
Oh, really?
People say that you are always found here, Mr. Jose.
My dear Father, people say it out of envy.
I was only passing by, that's when I got distracted by the channel.
See. - Seeing these drunkards inside
I decided to join them in the hopes of advising them.
I thought I could be of some help.
I appreciate your initiative, Mr. Jose.
But your feet still tremble.
I drank because of my misery, Father.
Our parish is a cursed one, Father.
Why is it so hard for people to die?
I am envious
of the number of deaths from other parishes.
Death due to dengue fever, rat fever, bird fever..
Why is it that none of it happens here?
Jose, please come with me. Let's talk. - Oh, no.
Where are you taking me, Father?
Is it for a confession session?
If that's so, please let me finish my liquor.
What if I never get the chance to drink again?
I wanted to meet Animol.
Your house was locked from outside.
Was that all?
Why didn't you mention this earlier?
Please come along, Father.
How silly!
Please come inside, Father. She'll be here.
The estate owner, Mr. Philipose, owns this house.
No one lives here.
Animol comes here occasionally to clean the place.
Where are the owners of this house?
Nobody lives here as it's believed to be haunted.
Rumour has it that an entire family had committed suicide here.
Whatever it is, to clean and maintain this house
she gets paid around Rs. 200 every month.
Animol..
What happened, Dad?
There's no need to be shy.
It's admirable to earn by working.
Animol. - Yes.
Ms. Teresa from 'Snehalayam' has fallen ill again.
She has been hospitalised at Vavachan's hospital.
As Sister Sophie will be at the diocese tomorrow
there is no one to watch over Ms. Teresa.
If you're free tomorrow, can you accompany her?
She's not occupied with anything here, Father.
Although, she wants to watch TV, round the clock.
I shall leave. - Sure.
Please wait, Father.
Since you're here for the first time
please come home for tea as well. - That's right.
Come with us, Father. Come along, dear.
It's close by.
It's black coffee as we've run out of milk.
That's okay.
It tastes good.
Sister Sophie said that you've scored well
in your 12th grade exams. - Yes.
What are you planning to do next?
I want her to pursue higher studies, Father.
But that'd require a lot of money.
What's your ambition, dear?
That's quite a joke, Father.
She dreams of becoming the next Mother Teresa.
Is that a joke, Jose?
Isn't that a big dream?
Let's do one thing. - Yes.
We have a nursing school in Bangalore.
The principal there is a friend of mine.
I shall have a word with him.
Once you're trained to be a nurse, just like Mother Teresa
you'll be able to treat many patients.
Don't worry, Jose. We'll find a way.
However, you should quit drinking. Okay?
'Right from the old days'
'the education in India..' - Would you hurry up?
I'm running late!
Don't make me rush!
I've only got two hands.
By the time you're back from the service
it'll be all ready.
Go on now, Thomas. - No way!
You would then pack me all the unwanted meat, isn't it?
I can't afford to risk my customer's health.
'We must be aware of the political scenario which deprives'
'us of our basic rights because of our minority status'
'and our children their right to education.'
'To express our opinions on the issue of private colleges'
'and to provide education to our children'
'let's come together.'
'We have to get ready for a revolution once again.'
It sounds quite serious. His speech is rather long today.
It's the same old issue regarding the private college.
However, it feels like it's going to be a war this time.
War?
Haven't you heard? It's a revolution!
Stop the management's atrocity. - Long live the student's union!
Long live the student's union..
Stop the management's harassment! - Stop the management's harassment!
Shut down the medical college! - Shut down the medical college!
We need sufficient Cadavers as per our need!
We need sufficient Cadavers as per our need..
Long live the student's union.. - Long live the student's union..
Shut down the institution with insufficient facilities!
Long live the student's union.. - Long live the student's union..
Animol!
Fulfil the demands of students..
Management must follow justice.
- I was waiting for you.
They will give you the X-ray report.
Do keep them in the room. - Okay.
Show them to the doctor who comes on rounds.
Long live the student's union..
I'll be right back.
Animol will take care of you.
Go straight ahead and take the right.
Room number 306.
Shut down the medical college! - Shut down the medical college!
Cadavers must be made available as per our need!
Cadavers must be made available as per our need..
Long live the student's union. - Long live the student's union..
Why are these children protesting, my dear?
They're revolting due to the lack of cadavers to study on.
Handling the cadaver crisis isn't as simple as it looks like.
A total of 250 students study here in different batches.
As advised by the Medical council, how am I supposed to provide
dead bodies to every student?
Like before, Cadavers are no longer available in Coimbatore.
Son, it was not one or two penny
but crores that I spent on this medical college.
It was you who said that running a medical college
was more profitable than rubber plantations.
I won't tolerate it if my business faces a loss.
Even if it's my own son.
Did you inform at the old age home?
Yes, sir.
I will prepare the death certificate.
Meet the Mother and get the No-Objection-Certificate from her.
Bring it to me. - Okay, sir.
Animol.
What? What happened, dear?
What happened, Animol?
Tell me, dear.
What's the matter?
Dear, please tell me what happened.
It's okay, lie down.
How are you now?
Please close your eyes, ma'am. I shall take a look.
Animol.
This is not a secret that has to be confessed.
It is a truth that must be revealed to the society.
Hiding it will be a sin.
The best thing to do would be to inform the police.
No, Father. I am scared.
If anything happens to me, my father will be heartbroken.
Don't forget to take your mark lists, dear.
Father, I'm really tensed.
It bothers me when I think of the expenses.
Don't worry, Jose. I've already paid the donation fee.
All we need now is just a little more for the hostel fee and books.
We can manage to pay it somehow since it's on a monthly basis.
Why Bangalore? Why not somewhere close by?
If she is close by, I can see her every day.
Do you think she is still a kid?
She's to be married in two to three years.
What do you plan on doing then?
You look smart.
You better get ready to leave. - Okay.
If you leave now, you'll get an early bus.
Come here, dear.
Study well. Okay?
These showers are non-seasonal.
I didn't even take an umbrella.
I've been wanting to tell you something for the past few days.
It's about the old age home, 'Snehalayam'.
It was started while Fr. Samuel was here.
At first, we had very few inmates staying there.
Later, when they started facing financial difficulties
the working committee of 'Snehalayam'
took a decision based on Vavachan's order.
It was decided that the corpse of the orphans who die there
were to be then used by the medical college.
In return, he agreed to take care of the expenses of 'Snehalayam'.
However, many inmates brought there by Vavachan
are not Christians.
Timely supply of dead bodies to the college
is his only intention.
Those poor people do not disclose anything
only because they fear of losing a place to stay.
While I was sitting at the doorstep of Guruvayur Temple
Vavachan found me and brought me here.
On the way he told me, 'hereafter, you are Joseph'.
In return, I would get food and medicines.
To an old man like me who is waiting for death
being Joseph or Krishnan doesn't matter.
I must get some gruel till the day I die. That's all.
You can alter only the name of this body.
Can you change the name of the soul?
It's all right, Father. I am the one who has sinned.
I am the father of three children.
I toiled and educated them.
I even sent them abroad.
Sadly, I forgot to teach them how to be humane.
When I didn't get any justice from my children
how can I expect it from others?
'The wound in his heart was heavier than the cross he bore.'
'He said'
'for if people do these things when the tree is green'
'what will happen when it is dry?'
What happened?
A resident of the old age home has passed away.
Father.
We can't keep the body like this for long.
Men from Vavachan's college have come for the dead body.
Shall I send it away with them?
He was crying in pain the whole night.
He breathed his last this morning.
Before he died, Mr. Krishnan expressed a wish.
He asked me to request you
to light his funeral pyre like a son would do for his father.
What sort of a priest are you?
Is this what a priest does?
What did you think of us?
What I did now was an act to redeem your sins.
Until yesterday, it was a secret within the confession booth.
But not anymore.
You were nurturing the old age home
just like a hatchery rears chickens.
Though generations go by, your sins will not be forgiven.
Wait and watch.
What is coming next, are going to be your days of doom.
Whatever you did was right, Father Sunny.
Let me investigate.
We will do the needful.
However, the things we do because of our emotional attachment
may not be taken in the same sense by others.
But having lit up a funeral pyre..
I can understand you, Father Sunny.
However, it would provoke our devotees, isn't it?
Father Sunny, you'll need to learn
to handle situations with more maturity.
That is actually not your fault, Father Sunny.
You have lived your whole life in seclusion.
Hereafter, please consult me before doing anything.
Okay.
God bless you, my son.
Say something, Dad.
By tomorrow morning, he will tell the whole story to everybody here.
That will be the end.
Say something, Dad!
How can anyone speak when they're losing their sanity?
Even if he does disclose anything
who's going to believe him?
What do you mean?
Mr. Kunjapaa!
One cup of tea, please.
Praise be to the Lord.
May it be..
'Lovebirds.'
'Sweet dreams.'
But Mother, what wrong have I done?
This is only a transfer, isn't it?
It's okay. It's surely for the best.
You may get ready to leave.
But..
What happened, Sister?
Why are you here at this late hour?
I've got a transfer.
I have to tell you something before I leave.
The sexton has also agreed.
Please come inside, Sister.
This file contains the actual names and details
of the living and dead inmates of the old age home.
If I leave today
I may never get the chance to give this to you.
That is why I waited even though it was getting late.
I have explained to Father.
And he has promised to investigate the matter.
Where are you being transferred to?
To Kanjirappally.
Why don't you visit your home before that?
What is it, Sister?
The convent is my only home.
What about your relatives?
I was the only daughter to my parents.
My dad was a jeep driver at Mundakayam.
I was about to start school
and they had gone shopping to buy me new books and clothes.
They never returned.
The jeep turned over into a river.
I grew up in my aunt's house.
Once schooling was over, I couldn't live there anymore.
My uncle barely treated me right.
In the end, it was a nun of our parish
who brought me to the convent.
God is there for people who have no one else, Sister.
I don't think you'll get a bus at this hour.
Why don't you stay over at the sexton's place
and leave early in the morning?
I will inform him. Come along, Sister.
Father! So this is what's called the 'midnight mass', isn't it?
Look, everyone! This is his true side.
Get down here!
We, the devotees, want to take a good look at you!
Don't believe any of this.
Please listen to what I have to say.
The truth is that..
In spite of all the atrocities you've done
you still want us to believe you! Isn't it?
Beat him down!
Please don't hurt him!
We have not committed any sin.
I transferred you to avoid this situation.
Why did you go there at night?
It is no more my decision alone.
We have got official notice now.
You have been dismissed from the convent, Sophie.
Even if I try, I won't be able
to retain you here by overcoming the dissent
of the church and the people, Sophie.
Have you ever thought about where you will go from here?
Now, there's no use thinking of it.
The congregation is not obliged to bear the burden of your sins.
As you pray, think over this and come to a decision.
We have heard what you had to say, Father Sunny.
Now, let the promoters of justice take over.
Father Sunny's only request
is to retain Sister Sophie within the convent.
It's not such a silly personal issue.
It concerns our society and the church, as well.
Judicial Vicar, you heard what the bishop had to say over the phone.
The rules of the convent do not come under the bishop.
Neither can we insist upon it.
Since the media and the society has discussed this in great detail
and are firm in their decision
to dismiss her
what can the bishop do?
Is this a minor issue?
It was during an odd time at the chapel house
that people witnessed and caught red handed
a priest and nun in an obviously immoral situation.
Father Sunny will not commit a sin.
I know that fact better than the rest.
We didn't imply that, Father.
As per Father Sunny's request
if we pressurise the convent to take back Sophie Sister
the media will turn it into a major issue.
We're not here to discuss the right from the wrong
instead, we need to be mature.
The council has only this to say.
Sister Sophie's issue must not be taken personally by Father Sunny.
Let Father Sunny continue his service as a priest.
I believe, it is a question of our honour.
Sister Sophie
does not have a place to go.
If a girl, who is thrown on the streets
for a sin she didn't commit, ends her life
would that be an honour for the church?
Sister Sophie is only an individual.
A society is more important than an individual.
The church, too.
Isn't it the church that teaches us about the shepherd
who left behind his 99 sheep and went on the hunt
searching for his one lost sheep?
If this is your decision, I can't agree to it.
If I pretend to be blind to the tears of an orphan girl
and continue wearing this holy gown
it will only be a burden to me.
Compared to the laments of that girl who was accused because of me
even if I swear a thousand times of my innocence
it will not be pure.
I don't blame the church.
It is my crucifixion alone.
I have no other option.
For the sake of humanity
I am going to take care of her.
These holy robes which I give up for this
is something that I've loved more than my life.
If what I am doing is a sin
then forgive me, Father.
'Pilate took water'
'washed his hands in front of the crowd and said'
'I am innocent of this man's blood.'
'ln the ninth hour, He cried out in a loud voice'
'Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?'
'My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?'
Please forgive us, Brother.
I don't have any other option.
You have Rs. 10 lakhs in your account.
They are the earnings from your share of the property.
I-I will give you that.
Since you are already legally married
why don't you move to a far off place
along with Sophie?
It is not because we don't understand your situation.
Please don't curse us, Brother.
Our daughters have a life ahead of them.
This disrepute may also affect their future.
Forget about us, Brother.
Please think about the honour of our family as well.
Gracy might have some money in her account.
We're willing to give it to you as well.
Brother, somewhere far would be the best.
Brother Mony.
We are not a couple who fell in love
and decided to live together.
The society forced us into this situation.
We haven't done anything wrong in order to abscond.
If accepting her is shameful
then I have decided to live among those who put us in this situation.
Ask them to get lost.
Your decision is correct.
Running away from here will only prove that you're culprits.
It's good that Mr. Philipose's house is haunted.
You got a house for a very low rent.
Here, take this happily and auspiciously step inside.
I'll see that you get your luggage.
Mr. Jose. - What?
Last month, I was not able to pay Animol's tuition fee.
I will do it immediately.
That's okay.
I'm sure the lady at Puthenpura will not betray me this month.
Go on, now.
Sure, I understand.
I shall call you back.
Okay.
Dad, did you hear?
The priest and nun got married
and have started living in our hometown.
The sexton called and told me.
Will we get into trouble again?
Go and mind your business, Son.
My accounts will go wrong again.
But, Dad.. - Go away.
They are a pair of wounded snakes.
Don't allow them to be around for too long.
Do you understand, Soman?
It's true that once they were a priest and a nun.
However, they're human, too.
Anyone would get carried away on their wedding night.
Definitely not!
They are celibates.
Such feelings won't disturb them.
I know it for sure.
Be quiet, man. You spoiled all the fun.
I am very sure!
Something will definitely happen tonight.
Can't you repair those glasses?
What did you say?
I was saying we must repair those lenses.
Let me try and adjust without wearing them.
I don't generally drink water at night.
I was checking those papers of the old age home.
I was thinking of meeting the bishop tomorrow.
I didn't get him over the phone.
So, I shall meet him directly.
That will be good.
Why don't you sit, Sister?
Sorry! I got so used to calling you as 'Sister'.
It's all right.
I don't know why, but I am feeling weird.
It's all right.
We have not yet reached a mental state to share a bed.
That's the reason.
I can sleep in the other room.
You can sleep here.
You can take this pillow and sheet.
Don't worry about me.
A woman can more easily understand, adjust
and accommodate to any kind of situation in life.
Sunny..
Sorry, I had slept off.
Is it really late?
I did check in between.
But I didn't wake you since you were fast asleep.
I slept quite late last night.
I was awake thinking about things.
I don't know why
but last night I slept well after a really long time.
I was thinking of going to the town.
We don't have any provisions in the kitchen.
Oh, no. Give me five minutes.
I will get ready and go.
It's not a problem.
It won't be right to let you do that, Sunny.
I am really used to it.
I'll be right back.
I mean, I have no issues. I can go.
It's all right.
I just wanted to inform you before I leave.
Wait.
Take this. - I don't need so much.
Keep it with you, in case you go short of cash.
Don't forget to drink your tea before it gets cold.
Are you beautifying your face?
Hi, Mr. Jose.
I just came by.
I was sitting around.
Sophie has gone to buy some groceries.
You could have asked me instead!
Sophie shouldn't have.. - That's all right.
She will be back soon.
Come inside, Mr. Jose. - Not now, I'm off to the church.
The new priest has arrived.
I'll get to meet him as well.
Who is the new priest?
Haven't you heard?
It's our 'rogue' Father.
Father Mathew.
He used to be here before.
I wonder what uproars await us now.
His actions do most of the talking.
I'm aware.
I was his student at the seminary.
Who does not know him?
He first throws a punch and then speaks.
He is a black belt holder, isn't he?
He did make me confess and stop my drinking habit.
Today I must have two pegs before I go.
What if I don't get to drink after this?
Is this good? - It came this morning.
Here's your tea. - Thanks.
Soman, look she's coming. - Half a kilo of onions, right?
Yes.
Look, it's her.
Anto, look who's here.
Please get me the items in this list.
They are no items for you here.
For a woman like you, who practices immoral activities
this shop is of no service.
I am a true-blue baptized Christian.
Oh, Lord!
What were the two of you trying to convey with your preaches?
If your intentions were to live a happily married life
it could've been done earlier, isn't it?
Why did you have to put us, Christians, to shame?
Leave from here instead of weeping shamelessly.
What is it? What is the problem?
Since she has done wrong
we were just saying that we can't lend her provisions.
You dirty pig!
Have you stocked up this shop to dump it into the grave
of your father who had immorally used all the girls in this town?
You better give her all that she needs.
Otherwise, you and your shop will be dumped into the river.
Give it to her now!
Why are you here? Don't you have work in the church?
I was on my way.. - Get lost then!
Whose death bed service are you waiting to hear?
Get lost!
Were you scared?
Don't take this seriously, my dear. I'll go only after you leave.
Where is Sunny? - He's at home.
Ask him to drop by my place at his convenient time.
Sunny.
Can we at least give it a second thought?
What is there to think about?
What wrong have we done to constantly get harassed like this?
Let me meet the bishop today.
I will bring out all their foul deeds today itself.
Hello? - It's me, Animol.
How are you, Animol? - Can I speak to dad?
Okay. Hold the line. - Okay.
Talk to her, Mr. Jose.
I shall bring tea in the meantime. - Okay.
My dear! - Dad?
Are you keeping well, dear? - Yes.
What about you, Dad? - Yes.
Dad, I haven't paid the fees since two months.
If it's not paid by tomorrow
they say that I'll be sent away.
I'm helpless at the moment, my dear.
Sunny is going through a really tough time.
How can I ask him for money in spite of his situation?
My dear, I need you to hold on a little while longer.
I'll try my best to arrange some money.
Okay, Dad.
Rs. 57.
Please note it as credit, Sister.
Hey, what happened?
Why do you look so broken?
What's the matter?
I didn't get the money.
My dad is totally broke.
If I don't pay the fee tomorrow.. - Oh, stop this crap!
How long have I been telling you?
Unlucky girls like us can walk with dignity in the society
only if you choose my way.
Tell me.
Is there any girl in this city who isn't ready to do this?
Apart from a few ignorant ones like you.
Animol.
The show will be over if you do your task well.
It's just a temporary deal.
One thing is for sure.
You'll never have to be ashamed
of being broke in front of anyone again.
They are poor! - They are poor..
Our kids are poor! - Our kids are poor..
Our famished children! - Our famished children..
They deserve an education as well! - They deserve it as well..
We must protest! - We must protest..
Protest to secure education!
Hey, fellow! Turn down the volume!
What happened, Dad?
Why did you ask me to come early?
Son.
Sunny had gone to see the bishop with some papers and file.
Since the bishop was not in town, he couldn't see it.
However, it seems like those documents had details
regarding the old age home. - And what did you tell?
What can I say?
The bishop treats Sunny like his own.
Dad, all I need is your permission.
There are a couple of boys in Ernakulam whom I know.
It might cost us a little.
However, they'll finish it up for us without anybody's knowledge.
Let's wait and see.
We have to close all avenues before we deal with him again.
What happened was not intentional, right?
What happened has happened. Now, you've got to live together.
One thing is for sure.
Since the devotees
have a difference of opinion regarding this matter
I don't think there is any use in trying for a job here.
I did tell him that, Father.
I am quite good at stitching.
I can search for a job.. - No! That is not necessary.
Something will show up.
To be honest, the reason I went to meet the bishop
was to enquire with him regarding a job.
He is abroad at the moment
and may be back only after one or two months.
If only the bishop were here..
There is a way.
My friend's son has started a resort in the town.
I shall make an enquiry.
For now, let's give this a try.
Later, we'll try for something better.
Father Mathew had called me.
Here, the situation is such that
being a new venture, almost all our vacancies have been taken.
I've heard that you play the violin quite well.
Father mentioned it.
We are planning to have a music band here.
If you're interested, you can take up the job.
However, you'll have to travel quite a distance every day.
If that's not an issue, you can start on Monday.
Oh, no! You are completely drenched!
Couldn't you wait under a shelter?
I was too excited I got the job that I just rushed back.
Moreover, you are alone here.
Ever since you informed me, I've been excited too.
"Like a candle with a wick to burn"
"my love has come to be with me."
"ln a kind of blissful forgetfulness"
"my heart, I simply stood in idleness."
"My friend, this wick burns as if in pain."
"My eyes behold a dream and fill with tears."
"I forgot myself, my dearest."
"I floated along the waves like a candle."
"Like a candle with a wick to burn"
"my love has come to be with me."
"ln a kind of blissful forgetfulness"
"my heart, I simply stood in idleness."
"A minute like a chalice"
"brims over with memories here."
"Every lonely tree"
"bears fruits in plenty."
"Will you let your hands caress me to wipe away every drop of tear?"
"It is dawn that is the strength of twilight, my dear friend."
"I floated along the waves like a candle."
"Like a candle with a wick to burn"
"my love has come to be with me."
"ln a kind of blissful forgetfulness"
"my heart, I simply stood in idleness."
"As life wanders like this, through centuries in total fatigue."
"Moist eyes of dawn struggle fruitlessly."
"Will butterflies fly"
"and rise high like lovers, my dearest friend?"
"The depths of my heart is for you, my love."
"Come and fill yourself in them like a candle."
"Like a candle with a wick to burn
"my love has come to be with me."
"ln a kind of blissful forgetfulness"
"my heart, I simply stood in idleness."
"My friend, this wick burns as if in pain."
"My eyes behold a dream and fill with tears."
"I forgot myself, my dearest."
"I floated along the waves like a candle."
"Like a candle with a wick to burn"
"my love has come to be with me"
Are the both of you playing and peeling out jackfruits?
Mr. Jose had sent this from home. - I see.
We were just peeling them.
Have a seat, Father. - Thank you.
Don't you have work today? - No.
It's my day off.
Please have some, Father. I shall bring some tea.
Wait there.
Are the two of you doing okay?
I am diabetic, but that's okay.
I have come with some happy news for you.
As per your request to the bishop regarding the old age home
a couple of changes have been put into action.
Please continue. I'll get some tea in the meantime.
And by the way.. - Yes?
...you don't have to stay away from the church anymore.
Since you are legally married, you must come to the church.
The bishop also wishes the same.
So listen, Sunny.
With regard to the protest against private organization
our parish devotees are arranging a campaign
in front of the collectorate, day after tomorrow.
I want the both of you to attend it.
I will come, but Sophie is in her eighth month of pregnancy.
She's advised not to travel.
Oh, I completely forgot.
Okay.
Animol!
Sunny, wake up.
Don't you have to go to work?
I'm feeling very tired.
I'll go by afternoon.
Then come outside for a while.
Animol has been waiting here.
She had come for a day.
When she was about to leave Jose's feet started to swell.
She was asking if you could drop her at the bus stop.
I was under the impression
that you might've already disclosed it to everyone.
Animol, what you're doing is a sin.
You're breaking the sixth commandment.
For the benefit of the poor, you read the verses on a Sunday.
However, if one girl among them
sells herself in order to survive
doesn't that defeat your purpose?
Dad! - My dear.
You've changed so much.
Why didn't you tell me you were coming?
The lady from Puthenpura died.
I got some money because of that.
I came here to give it to you.
Also, to meet you as well.
Here, take this.
Here. Drink this, Dad.
I no longer have financial difficulties, Dad.
I just did not tell you this.
I-I recently got a scholarship.
They're paying my tuition and hostel fee.
They've even returned the donation fee.
Please take this, Dad.
Very good, dear. I am very happy.
Even if I am a loser, at least my daughter is clever.
I am content with that, my dear.
Hello, Jenny.
Yes, I remember.
I'll be there in 15 minutes.
What are you thinking?
What?
What are you thinking about so much?
Nothing.
What happened to you?
You've become silent these days.
Since the past couple of weeks, you haven't gone to work either.
It's nothing. You are just imagining things.
Keep taking your leaves like this.
By next month, we'll be having a new member in the family.
Do you know how our expenses would soar up?
Hello?
My baby girl!
Mr. Jose!
That's enough!
I'll dig the grave.
No, I'll do it myself! - Mr. Jose!
No! I will do it myself!
Please, Mr. Jose!
Please let me do it! - Leave me!
Just back off!
My dear!
Oh, no!
Dear child.
My dear child.
Oh, God!
Dear child.
What is it, Mr. Jose?
I want to talk to you.
Please, come in.
Can you come with me?
Do you really have to go?
Yes, I must.
I must meet the bishop.
Are you Sunny? - Yes.
I am Rafeeq, the police Sub-inspector.
Kuzhimattom Jose and Animol.
I'm here to find out some details regarding their death.
Kindly come with me to the police station.
Come.
I am very sure, sir.
Vavachan's gang may be responsible for Animol's death.
My husband is innocent, sir.
Your allegations might be true.
However, Animol had committed suicide.
This was her last hand written note.
And it was addressed to Sunny.
'Dear Sunny.'
'What you said is true.'
'We must reap what we sow.'
'I can't hold on anymore.'
'I have only one request.'
'Please don't tell this to Sophie.'
'Because she loves me a lot.'
Animol's post-mortem report has evidence
that she has had sexual relationships several times.
With the content of this letter
we are forced to suspect Mr. Sunny.
Or else, he must explain it to us.
But he does not wish to co-operate.
He says it was a church confession.
He says that he can't reveal them out.
In such a situation..
Sunny.
Not now, Sophie.
I will tell you everything.
But don't ask me anything now.
I'm growing anxious by the day, Rafeeq.
Would the nun blow our cover?
Luckily it was me to whom she spoke her allegations.
But that not be the case next time.
It's a trap we weren't aware of.
What evidence does she have to prove it?
That file is under your custody.
It's only a xerox copy of the file.
Since Animol is dead
we can be glad that
there are no witnesses to the old woman's death.
However, Sophie was once a nun.
Her statements will be more than enough
for a reinvestigation to start.
Remember, once it cracks, it may crumble entirely.
Is there no way out of this?
There's only one way.
Sophie must not open her mouth.
She must not reveal the truth to anyone else.
I'm releasing him only because the bishop has requested me.
That too, under your responsibility, Father.
He must come here whenever he is asked to. - Thank you.
Come.
It's here.
Father. - Yes?
Let's go to the church. I want to confess.
I have not sinned, Father.
The confession that I'm about to reveal here
can't be revealed elsewhere
as my conscience doesn't allow me to.
The night after Animol's funeral
Mr. Jose had come to meet me.
Mr. Jose, what's the matter?
What happened?
You must treat what I say as a confession secret.
I don't trust anyone else.
What are you staring at? It's not stolen money.
My daughter got this as scholarship.
Here you go.
Dear!
Oh, Lord!
You must first understand this, Sunny.
Christ, who bore the cross as a human
was the son of God.
We are all human.
You don't need to burn yourself up and give light to others
as now you are not the priest you once were.
You are the head of a family with responsibilities.
Don't worry.
Forget all your old sorrows
now that you have a girl waiting back home.
A baby will soon make your world more beautiful.
Now you have to live only for them.
Go on with courage. God bless you.
Don't!
Continue praying, my girl.
Pray for me too.
Okay?
I am going to commit a sin.
If you go to the court and blurt out everything
all that I have built will be lost.
That's why I have to commit a sin.
My..
Please don't kill my baby.
It's okay.
It's okay, dear.
Pray, my dear.
When you pray, God will listen.
"Has Eden blossomed full swing into a garden?"
"Have the multitude of stars shown us a sign?"
"Are the kings waiting in hope?"
"For You were born in the haystack as the Son of God"
"with a smile as bright as day light."
"Do we have words enough to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
"Do we have words enough to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
"Do we have words enough to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
"Do we have words enough to sing in praise"
"for the king of kings, the perpetuator of peace?"
My dear.
Sophie.
Sophie!
My dear.
Sophie!
What happened to you, dear?
What happened to you?
Please tell me!
My dear. - My..
My baby..
They..
They killed my baby, Sunny.
Oh, God!
My dear!
It's okay, my dear.
Oh, God!
No!
Sunny. - It's okay, my dear.
You're fine, my dear.
My dear.
Oh, God!
Sophie!
She knows everything.
She will tell you all that happened.
Sophie.
Hello?
A dead body?
Yes, sir.
I'm unable to recognize him though.
What shall I do?
Shall I inform the police.. - The police? You idiot!
Instead of looting away a free dead body for our needs
are you stupid enough to send it away to the police?
Just push it down the throats of those silly students
screaming for cadavers to study on.
Let them tear it up and learn.
Many shun the sword, and come to the gallows.
Isn't that what they say, Sunny?
Once, you had drawn a sword against me.
However, it backfired on you.
'And who is she?'
Praise be to the Lord, Father.
'Those tears will wash away his sins.'
'Now any one of you who is without sin may throw a stone.'