01x01 - Women Who Run With The Wolves

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Can you please cover the under-eye area?

Just look up.

This one.

Yes.

Some women are born to rule.

We call them queens.

They bleed for their dreams

and expect others to bleed for them.

I'm not sure I want

to be that kind of queen.

I think I'd rather lead the rebellion.

Not sure what I want

to rebel against, though.

Well, chai doesn't get better…

Sorry! May I?

-Yes, sure.

-Thank you.

That's Naushad's special Parsi chai.

I can't get through my day without it.

Well, this lemongrass chai

is what I use to charm Ms. CEO.

That's your story right there.

Am I right, Rani?

Absolutely!

Hey, Zuvi! Come here.

Join us.

This is our son, Zuravar.

-Hi.

-You're looking lovely!

Thank you.

Fatima and Arijay.

Congratulations.

Congratulations!

Your fifth and last IVF is a success.

Ten weeks went by in a flash.

Your second trimester will begin soon.

This is our last chance, right?

You had said, after this,

it would be medically impossible.

Hey.

-I hope Allah does right by us this time.

-Hey!

Are you planning

on building a cricket team?

I hope not. All is well.

Some women secretly aspire to be queen,

but society has taught them

they can't dare aspire

for such big things.

So they lie about their true desires

and make choices

they don't fully believe in.

Do all women have to lie

to themselves to survive?

I definitely don't want to, Mummy.

Shai.

Don't be an embarrassment.

Please! I don't want to.

Come. They are all waiting for you.

Rani is waiting for you. Come.

We have to finish this sh**t.

Our Shai is a very shy girl.

Come on.

You're wearing the same thing again.

Beautiful top, Shai.

Isn't it?

It's my mother's. She's dead,

but I like wearing her clothes.

That's her.

Zenobia. She was a photographer too.

Have a look at her pictures.

It's nice.

And don't forget

to send me prints of this sh**t.

I'm going to frame one

of the pictures and put it up.

Sure, ma'am.

We only put up mom's photos

in the house. That's the rule.

-She's a kid, don't mind her.

-Of course.

I'll put them up on my desk

in the office, okay?

Come on, Shai, smile.

How about Seher Noor?

That was my idea, right?

All right, mademoiselle. It was your idea.

-And if it's a boy?

-Impossible.

I'm sure it's going to be a girl.

Today, I have to close

that Lee Choi deal at any cost.

Well, if I get promoted,

then you don't have to come back to work.

Just be with the baby.

It would be relaxing, right?

No more deals to close.

Freedom from all this craziness.

I can just be a mom.

Right now,

I can only say 30 million dollars.

You will nail this deal as you always do.

Good morning, everyone.

-Good morning.

-Hi.

Hi.

Rani, the bank needs a new image.

One, a big social welfare scheme.

And two, your smiling face

plastered all over,

advertising for the bank.

And we sell you

as the good Indian housewife,

who knows how to save money

and spend wisely.

You want to project me

as a good housewife?

What about my strategy for

the economic growth of the bank, Sanjay?

We should have the goals

of the board and your strategy

to work in tandem,

and I'm always there to help.

I'll certainly take you up

on that offer, Deepak.

I'm going after our big bad debts.

I'm starting

a new venture capital division

to fund start-ups for the big future.

Look! The funds

will only be available to you

after we approve

your pipeline of investments.

I think Rani needs to be given

a chance to turn the bank around.

Thank you, Pradyuman.

I'm sorry but you are not getting

the 500 crores you asked for…

-Yet.

-I'm starting the division anyway.

You have to understand I have big plans.

I mean, we've met…

Just give me a moment.

Rani?

-Rani?

-Rani, what happened?

Rani, are you okay?

Sir, I'm certain we said

a 20% rate of return.

Check your documents. Deal off.

Since the error was on our part,

I will up the offer and underwrite

a 22% rate of return.

All future drops and interest rates

will be absorbed by the bank.

Twenty-four percent. If that's okay,

we can discuss again next week.

Mr. Choi, it's 22% or nothing.

And you'll have to decide now.

Fatima Ma'am? Okay.

In her office? Right now?

Yes, sure. I'll be there.

-The deal's done!

-Really?

-Congratulations!

-Thank you.

The late nights have finally paid off!

Really, dear.

Fatima Ma'am wants to see me.

I guess she wants

to personally congratulate me.

Twelve percent.

Who asked you to change

the rate of return?

Ma'am, sorry. I thought it would be better

for the bank if we played it safe.

Your c*ck attitude could've cost

the bank a 30-million-dollar deal!

You f*cking idiot!

I'm really sorry, ma'am.

-It won't…

-Your apology is useless, Ayesha.

This is the third time you've screwed up.

You know what? I'm done.

Pack your things. You're fired.

Go meet the HR department.

-Please, ma'am. Don't do this!

-Get the f*ck out of here!

-I need a job. Please don't do this!

-Hello. HR?

Urgent. It's about Ayesha. I've fired her.

Please deal with the formalities.

-I won't do this again.

-Ayesha, just go.

-Last chance, ma'am.

-Get out!

-Go!

-Please, ma'am.

Bombay is a tough city.

It knows how to kick women in the gut.

You may want to take

the first train back home.

The question is how far

can you go to survive

in this city of dreams?

Good job on the Lee Choi deal.

Thank you.

We might not have worked

very closely together,

but I do admire your work.

Besides, you don't have to be so modest.

Now that…

Devyani has joined FCB Asia.

-So you know her position is vacant?

-Yes.

Do you think you can handle her job?

I'm sorry! What?

Are you up to being the new

Deputy MD, heading Private Equity

and also taking care

of our new Venture Capital division?

Why are you offering me this job?

Fatima, I truly believe that you have it

in you to help me turn this bank around.

Besides, results are what matter

to you. Am I right?

I don't have the required experience.

-You know, like Deepak Sir has--

-I'm not here to talk about him.

Do you have the passion?

That's what I want to know.

I…

I would love to do it, ma'am,

but at this point,

I really don't know if I can.

Why is that?

Because…

Because I'm pregnant.

So? Women can have a career and a family.

I don't know if I will be able

to manage all the responsibilities,

with the new job and the baby.

Fatima, opportunities like these

don't come along every day.

You're going to jump ten years.

In a few years, you'll be in the running

to be the CEO of some bank.

I know, ma'am.

I'm sorry. I mean,

thank you for the offer, but…

I'm sorry.

You are not as sharp

as I thought you were.

People like you

are handed everything on a silver platter.

Your education, privilege, and partners…

You just don't value anything.

Fatima.

I think you're going to regret this.

You are made for bigger things.

Thank you for lunch.

Think about it.

Oh, god!

He did his MBA in Singapore.

He works in Texas.

Good.

You need a man.

A strong man!

Listen.

Stay away from those shameless girls.

Yes, Mom.

We've met the boy's parents.

They're a well-known family from Ujjain.

I've already told them

you have a fancy job at Royal Bank.

I painted quite the picture of you!

How's work?

It's great, Dad.

I may be up for a promotion.

Talk sweetly to the boy, okay?

If all goes well,

we'll get you married in a few months.

Yes, Mom.

I need to crash. Early day tomorrow.

f*cking hell!

What are you doing?

Nothing, ma'am.

Why is your room so messy?

Yes, I was about to clean up.

-Why don't you clean it?

-I'll do it right away. Thank you.

-You're on the wine. Okay?

-I'm on the wine.

-Hi.

-Yes.

Hi.

-What do you think?

-Fatima.

-Hi.

-There you go!

-Hello.

-You look so lovely.

-What did I miss?

-Not much. Some wine and there's more.

I'll miss that for a long time.

Since Jay has started school,

Bindra's going to fund my start-up.

What?

Mother of my children,

I will do anything for you.

So sweet! That's amazing!

-I'm so…

-Hey!

-Arijay!

-Sorry.

I'm so sorry, baby!

Maybe we can get you a change…

Piya can help.

-Arijay, it's okay.

-We could get something. No, I…

It's okay. Just let it be.

-Sorry.

-Are you okay?

Then there was wine.

So what's the plan?

Once the baby's here,

will you stop working?

Fatima will stay at home with the baby

for a while, and then we'll see.

-Really?

-Yes.

Though I've been offered

Devyani Oniyal's position.

-What?

-Really?

-What?

-Wow!

Deputy MD, private equity

and venture capital.

Oh, my god! That is fantastic!

-Wow!

-Now you are in the club.

-But I haven't said yes yet.

-Why?

There's a lot to consider.

Of course, you can't let this go!

-Come on!

-I agree.

-Go for it!

-Congratulations, dude!

Now, you will never have to work.

But don't you want to be with the baby

all the time? Watch her grow?

I mean, I think women can do it all, no?

You just have to plan your day properly

and make sure that nobody spills

red wine all over your white shirt,

but I think we can manage.

-I guess some women can have it all.

-Look at all these CEOs, right?

-Rani Singh Irani and Devyani Oniyal.

-But Rani's kids are not hers.

Today, a mother is not just

a mother biologically, you know?

-Absolutely.

-Anyway, let's just move on.

Tell me. When are you taking this up?

-I haven't said yes yet.

-You have to say yes.

Guys, we need to toast to this.

-Let's toast.

-Happy for you.

-Thank you.

-Yes, cheers.

-Cheers!

-Cheers!

-Cheers!

-To Fatima.

Kissing will cost double. Deal?

Down. Deeper. Go on. That's it.

Now… Yes, deeper.

Now, go for it. Come on! Go for it!

f*ck!

Sorry!

It's all right.

Relax, kiddo.

You're a child.

You'll get better at this. Okay?

Take the condom off.

Dump it in the trash can. Okay?

Go on. Quick.

Some women laugh

and smile their pain away.

They aren't hailed

for their success stories.

Hey! Your keys?

Thank you, ma'am. I liked it.

I liked it too.

Come again! Good day.

May the Lord keep sending me

young wimps like you.

But they are survivors.

And perhaps the real queens of Bombay.

Where the f*ck were you looking?

Dad, I didn't see him cross the road.

One basic principle.

You've got to keep your eyes

on the road when driving.

How much does this car cost?

Tell me.

And what about the car

your drunkard son was driving?

How much did that cost?

You're asking a very high price.

There is no price to my son's life!

Thank your stars my son isn't dead,

or I would've destroyed you!

Completely!

Calm down.

The cops are here.

The local officer

is an old friend of mine.

Should I tell him?

I accept your terms.

Please let's end this as soon as possible.

I'm in a hurry as well.

Ten lakhs, in cash.

Twenty lakhs, to my account.

And all medical expenses.

Of course! Hundred percent.

It goes without saying.

Thanks. I'll call you in an hour.

f*ck.

Why are you acting like a shy bride?

-You just lost your virginity to me.

-Please.

-Keep your voice down.

-You keep quiet!

How many times do I have to tell you?

He saved my kid's life.

He brought him to the hospital.

Lily, tell me the truth?

Why would I lie to you?

I swear. I'm telling you the truth.

-I should go to jail for this.

-f*cking idiot!

Couldn't you find a girl

in your own group to hook up with?

God knows what STD

you've picked up from this trash.

Naushad!

You mean to say I've got A*DS?

Zuvi, please. Don't even say that, baby.

Stop mollycoddling him, Rani!

It's all your fault!

Why did you buy him such an expensive car?

He's daft and f*cking irresponsible!

Naushad, there are

far bigger issues at stake here.

Zuravar could go to jail.

It could be a huge media scandal.

And I'll be forced to quit.

"CEO forced to resign within first month

of tenure." Would you like that?

Don't worry, baby. I'm here. Okay?

Nothing is going to happen to you

as long as I'm around.

It's done.

There.

Everyone thinks I'm too young

to know what's going on.

The queen bee, especially.

Her closet, of course,

is not just full of saris…

but zillions of secrets.

What's wrong with Zuravar?

He was not feeling well.

He obviously got trashed last night.

-Should we go shopping for new clothes?

-I don't need new clothes.

It's been two months.

How's the new school?

Better than boarding, right?

-Shai.

-Yes, Rani?

Try and enjoy school.

These days won't come back.

Well, I have my secrets too.

And back home in this city,

keeping secrets

is perhaps the key to survival.

-She's so hot!

-What rubbish!

Such a show-off, dude.

-There you go.

-Hi.

You're not developed enough

for us to take your picture.

Send to Imran.

He looked at me, right? Are you sure?

My selfie, my choice.

Do queens always have to have big bosoms?

It doesn't seem fair!

It's a little boring

to have to wait to grow up.

Here's a list

of our major loan defaulters.

You need to figure out how to start

getting the money back.

-They're all our friends!

-Exactly.

You deal with them regularly.

It's best you get them aligned.

You wanted to help, right?

"We must be united in our efforts

to get the bank back on its feet." Right?

I thought you wanted to meet me

to hand over the Private Equity

and new Venture Capital division.

We'll talk about that later.

Right now, let's prevent

the bank from bleeding itself dry?

Look, Deepak.

I'd really like to get out

of this highly competitive environment

of who's going to be CEO next.

Let's build a profitable bank together?

I'm the kind of CEO

who truly believes in collaboration.

Do I have your full support

on this, Deepak?

Because I need it.

Of course, you do, Rani!

You're that kind of CEO.

-Everything all right, Warsi?

-Yes.

-Hey. How was your meeting?

-The usual.

Rani behaving like she's a f*cking queen.

I wish you had become the CEO.

I will, just as soon as

Rani self-combusts.

Which she will.

Coffee?

No. My bad.

So what did she say?

Are you taking over

Devyani's responsibilities now?

Obviously!

But the mad queen

is taking forever with the formalities.

What is it that you wanted

to see me about?

-No, not much. Just the…

-Come.

You know, the Rotthsberg-Patil merger.

Just convince the Germans

that a slowing economy--

Is a great long-term investment decision.

That's my rock star!

Just playing the game you taught me.

I don't want to be a cr*pple.

What?

You won't be.

They paid me for your treatment.

And what about the new school fees?

Do you have the money for that? Tell me.

I'll get you enrolled…

in a good school.

Don't forget

what you have to say

about how the accident happened.

Remember.

Don't tell the truth, okay?

Just don't.

My smart boy.

This is my house!

You're a tenant!

My house, my rules!

No smoking and no drinking!

Ma'am, the window's open.

The room won't stink.

Shut up! I'll call your parents.

No, you won't call my parents!

I pay the rent, not my parents.

-Give that to me.

-What are you doing? Hand it over!

-Give me the cigarette!

-Just leave me alone! Go!

Girls just like you are the problem.

People don't rent

their houses out to single girls!

I don't want wh*res at my house!

I'm calling your dad!

I'm not a wh*re!

And you won't call my parents!

Enough! Pack your stuff.

-Get out!

-What the heck is wrong with you?

-Out!

-I won't! What will you do?

I'll break your bloody jaw!

Stop arguing. Get out!

Where's your ID?

Sir, please try to understand.

I work here.

I don't have the ID right now.

I've to finish an important presentation

and board a flight in the morning.

Here's a copy of my ID.

All right.

Staring at them won't make them grow.

When did you get your first period?

I think when I was 11 or 12 years old.

Shai, baby, what's the hurry?

Life changes once it happens.

Life changes after that.

I just need to crack

one f*cking welfare scheme

so that the board shuts up

and gives me the money

for the new Venture Capital fund.

Don't wait for the perfect idea.

Just announce something. Anything!

And do it soon. Take the pressure off.

You know you can wing it, darling.

Thank you.

Which department are you from?

I'm so sorry, ma'am.

Actually, Fatima Ma'am fired me.

My landlady threw me out.

I had nowhere to go.

Here.

Thank you, ma'am.

I'm really sorry, ma'am.

I just didn't have a place to go.

What about your parents?

They're in Indore.

Rani Ma’am, I can’t call them.

They'll force me to return

to Indore and get married.

I would rather die here

on the streets of Bombay.

There's no need to be so dramatic.

Get ready and come to my office

in five minutes.

You don't have to carry all your bags.

-This needs to be overwritten.

-Sure, ma'am.

-Thank you.

-Okay. Thank you.

It's been a long time since I've seen

someone enjoy a plate of poha.

But, ma'am, you get

the best poha in Indore.

In Kanpur, they make it quite spicy.

At least they used to,

back when I lived in Kanpur.

I came here from Kanpur all alone.

Without a husband.

I didn't have a penny.

"A bank teller from Kanpur becomes

the CEO of the Royal Bank of Bombay."

I've read every single article about you.

But Bombay changes you, my dear.

Or maybe, we change ourselves

in order to survive in Bombay.

Survival is a battle for every woman.

Wouldn't it be nice

if the city gave proper opportunities

to women who have nothing?

What do you mean?

A chance. A fair shot at success.

You know, in the form of capital

for business or housing.

I mean, some solid support.

A scheme for women who are off the grid,

underprivileged and don't have

their basic paperwork in place.

The scheme will ensure that their

business is set up and runs successfully.

Ayesha will lead it.

We'll announce

our first beneficiary in a month.

-What about…

-This will be our big welfare scheme.

-Yes.

-Thank you, ma'am.

I'll pay you guys for my share

of the rent and utilities.

Don't worry. Are you hungry?

No, not really.

Anand, get some sleep.

You have an early morning at work.

I'll take care of Ayesha.

Yes, of course.

-Good night.

-Good night.

It's a small, cramped apartment.

Gurpreet, I wouldn't be here

if it wasn't an emergency.

Yes. Right.

-Ayesha.

-Yes?

Ayesha.

We should really stop hooking up, Anand.

Gurpreet is going to f*cking throw me out.

She's going to throw you out anyway.

Did you call HR?

I told you, I'll meet them.

When? We still want to do this, right?

Once the whole job situation is sorted,

we'll be able to focus on your pregnancy.

That was the plan, right?

Yes, of course. So?

-Fine. I will call.

-What?

Arijay.

Hi, Rajesh. No, actually,

Fatima wanted to speak with you.

Yes. Just a second.

Hi, Rajesh.

I've been meaning to speak to you.

I don't think

I'll be able to take up the job.

Yes. I will come and talk to you.

Okay. I'll see you.

I'll see you at work.

Heena, I want methi parantha for lunch.

Rani Ma'am is amazing, right?

I mean, until yesterday,

my job status was "fired."

And now I'm back at the Royal Bank,

activating your department.

-Hang on! "Activate"?

-Yes.

Obviously, Rani Ma'am sees herself in me.

You know, like I can make things happen.

I mean, of course, my strength is

investment banking and not social work.

But you know what? The talent

and the qualities one needs to be the CEO…

I have those.

In fact, I can clearly see the future.

One day, I'll be the CEO!

And I will be an astronaut.

Very funny, Rob!

-Ron.

-Oh, Ron. Sorry.

Have a bite. Go for it.

How is it?

-I should've tried it before.

-Good, right?

Hey! What should I wear

to Rani Ma'am’s party?

Are you invited too?

Here.

Laxmi Gondhali.

-Professional dancer?

-Yes.

So do you dance in films?

I'm a professional dancer.

I dance at events.

I'm a sought-after dancer.

At restaurants and bars too, right?

Why didn't you lie about your profession?

Like you made me lie about the accident.

But…

I had the money, right?

I didn't know I'd still have to lie.

You should have!

You should have known, Mom!

You should have known.

Heading the Royal Bank of Bombay

as the new CEO is a huge responsibility.

After all, the bank's

consolidated total assets

stand at INR 12.50 trillion

as of June 30, 2020.

The bank currently

has a network of 4,882 branches.

It has 15,101 ATMs across India,

and we are looking at expanding.

Not only in retail, but also

in the high-growth venture capital space.

Needless to say, I want Royal Bank

to grow from strength to strength.

"Fatima Warsi, Deputy MD, Royal Bank…"

Fati, hurry up!

Yes, I'm coming.

Mummy shouldn't be greedy, right?

We can't have them both.

Can we?

We can be anything

We want to be

Living free in the city…

Rani is my pride,

my joy, my brightest prodigy.

-Hello.

-Hi. How are you?

So the board's putting a lot

of pressure on you.

On the contrary, I'm planning

a major overhaul of the bank.

-Are you?

-Petticoat brigade reigns.

Yes, we are, actually!

We miss you!

I so want to work with him.

The Deepak Sanghvi.

I'm going to head out.

I have to go for a real party

while you power gaze.

Go, save the world.

Yes. Maybe,

try actually introducing yourself to him.

-Really?

-Yes.

-See you later.

-See you.

Hello, sir.

Hello there.

Hello, sir. I'm Ayesha Agarwal.

I'm from Indore.

I'm in the CSR division.

One of the new recruits.

I'm really keen to work under you, sir.

IIM Indore?

Sir… Jindal University, Indore.

Sometimes, these new schools

are where the real talent lies.

Thank you, sir.

I've specialized in finance.

I would love to work with you.

Considering you just joined the bank,

that's going to be impossible.

But if you try hard enough,

anything is possible, I guess.

-Yes, sir. Thank you.

-Ayesha.

Yes, sir. Ayesha.

-Hello.

-Hey!

I just came in.

-What are you doing--

-Rani Ma'am hired me back in CSR.

You're perfect for welfare schemes.

That's where you should be.

Oh, hi!

Hi.

You've finally found your freedom

And without it, life would be joyless

We can be anything we want to be

Living free in the city of dreams

And if you feel you don't know what to do

Darling, you do you

Sorry, I had to say no.

What's the problem, Fatima?

Your husband's not doing as well as you?

If your marriage can't withstand

your success, then it's not worthwhile.

Is the offer still open?

-Hey, have you seen Arijay?

-Ladies and gentlemen,

husbands included.

May I have your attention, please?

I have a very important

announcement to make.

As we all know, our very own

and dearest Devyani Oniyal

has left Royal Bank of Bombay

to head FCB Asia. We're all proud of her.

So now, Fatima Warsi

will be our new Deputy MD

heading Private Equity

and our new Venture Capital division.

Can we give her a big hand, please?

-Congratulations, ma'am!

-Congratulations!

Congratulations!

Congratulations, Fatima Ma'am!

Congratulations!

Congratulations!

Congratulations, Fatima.

Congratulations!

It's your time to shine.

-Congratulations.

-Thank you so much.

Well done.

Hello, Rani.

Stay away from my son! Got that?

I'm not having

a love affair with your son.

I'm not interested in that wimp.

But he did run over my son.

My son could've died.

But he didn't die.

Your son is alive.

-I'm paying for his treatment and more.

-Hey, Rani!

Don't talk to me like that.

If I open my mouth,

the fancy party out there…

What is it called? Office dinner.

I'll end it in a flash.

Your son will be in prison.

And your status, your power…

I'll make just one call.

So far, it was just an accident.

But then you bribed me!

That means a corruption charge as well!

Right? Many years in prison…

-The inspector--

-Please, Laxmi!

-I worked really hard to get where I am.

-Really?

Just tell me.

What do you want?

The opportunity that your son has…

I want my son to have it.

Your son is an idiot.

Yet, he goes to a good school.

My son is a bright kid.

He deserves to be in a good school!

Money is not the only thing I want.

I want respect too.

I want better status in society.

And you will help me.

Or I'll flush your status down the drain.

Bye.

I can't f*cking believe it!

Arijay, I told Rani…

I told Rani

that I was still interested, okay?

But within five minutes,

she just announced it.

What the heck was I supposed to say?

Of course, I was going to tell you first!

What am I supposed to say?

At least congratulate me.

Congratulations.

And what about our baby?

What about our baby?

What about our baby?

Our baby will be fine.

It's growing inside my body.

I am the mother.

Why are you getting paranoid?

How the f*ck did she get into the party?

I'm scared of this woman, Rani.

The things she can do to Zuravar…

Blackmailing us for the rest of our lives!

Enough, Naushad.

I know!

It's not even a month

since I've become the CEO.

And Sanjay Puri and Deepak, damn it,

they're just waiting

for one f*cking hiccup!

And then what happens?

Deepak is in and I am out.

That's a f*ck load of pressure!

Not to mention the additional drama

of your f*cking kids!

Is that how you feel?

You know I'm doing

the f*cking best I can, Naushad!

f*ck this!

Don't you have to go home?

I don't have a home.

I'm staying at my ex's, and it's…

It's weird.

It's weird only if you make it weird.

Yes.

I have to stop sleeping with him.

Do you want me to be

your shrink for the night?

Because I will charge by the minute.

You sing beautifully.

Listening to your classic stuff,

it just… It made me feel something.

What's wrong?

You just called

my jazz songs classic stuff!

I'm sorry. Actually…

I didn't know.

I mostly listen to Hindi film music.

I could tell.

But you are too cute,

and you will survive.

Do you want some?

Oh, yes.

I love your hair.

I think you're rather drunk.

Where do we find love?

Do dead mothers

still love their daughters?

Do dead daughters

still love their mothers?

I don't think I ever want to be a mother.

I wouldn't want to be separated

from my child by death.

You shouldn't have abandoned me, Mummy.

Good night.