ABCD 2 2015

From the suburban lanes of Mumbai’s Nalasopara, two childhood friends chase a shared dream that could lift them out of ordinary life. Suresh ‘Suru’ Mukund, a waiter in a bar, longs to become a big dancer in memory of his late mother, Padmashree Durga Devi, while Vinita “Vinnie” Sharma, a hairdresser, dreams of being the best hip-hop dancer she can be. Together with their loyal friend Vernon Monteiro, a pizza delivery boy, they form a team that aims to prove Mumbai’s rhythm and grit can shine on a national stage. Their first major test comes at Hum Kisi Se Kum Nahin, a national-level competition where their flashy moves are exposed as copied from the Philippine All Stars, leading the judges to brand them “cheaters.” The sting cuts deep, and the team members walk away disillusioned, each reeling from the setback in their own way.

In the wake of the defeat, the group splinters. Suru slides back into his job as a waiter, Vinnie returns to the beauty parlor, and Vernon buries himself in deliveries—each encounter peppered with the taunt that they are cheaters. The hurt runs deep, and the rift among teammates widens, making reconciliation seem far out of reach. Yet Suru refuses to let the stigma define him. He resolves to win bigger, planning a triumphant bid in Las Vegas at the World Dance Championship, where the Philippine All Stars enjoy enormous popularity. The path forward requires a strong choreographer, and destiny brings Vishnu, Vishnu, a roguish but gifted dancer, into their bar. Vishnu proves his mettle to a betting patron and, drawn by Suru’s unwavering ambition, agrees to join as the team’s choreographer. With Vishnu on board, the team starts to rebuild, scouring auditions for fresh talents and reshaping their lineup.

Training intensifies as the qualifiers approach. Among the new faces is Vinod, a deaf-mute dancer, who notices the secret spark between Vinita “Vinnie” Sharma and Suresh ‘Suru’ Mukund, recognizing a bond that could fuel their performances—but also complicate the dynamics. The Bangalore qualifiers become a proving ground: they face snickers and pre-emptive insults as cheaters, yet the team somehow pulls off a win after Vishnu pleads with the audience for one last chance. Even as the music and tempo surge, trouble brews on the financial front. Shetty Anna, the bar owner who had once promised Suru Rs. 25 lakhs, refuses support, leaving Suru disheartened and angry. Yet Vishnu steps in, pulling the funds from Crocxz’s uncle, a risky move that underscores how far the team is willing to go to chase their Vegas dream. The wheels are now in motion for a journey that could redefine all of them.

As the dream grows closer, the group reaches Las Vegas, where the stakes feel even higher. Vishnu leaves the hotel with the team’s money to meet his son Manu, a reunion that offers a rare moment of peace for him. Manu recognizes his talent and the art he has dedicated his life to, and Vishnu departs with a sense of fulfillment. Back in the mix, Vinita “Vinnie” Sharma suffers an injury from overwork and is temporarily replaced by Olive, an American dancer of Indian heritage, Olive. Vishnu becomes aware of Olive’s arrival and, as news of the substitution spreads, tension rises between Suru and Vinnie. At the time, Vishnu thanks his friend Gopi, who works at the bar-hotel, for uncovering the truth about Olive’s presence. Over time, Vishnu admits a misstep—he left without permission in a moment of fear—and the team must decide whether to press on without him. Suru, in a show of trust, renews his faith in Vishnu as the team’s choreographer, and the group reconciles just as the finals loom.

The tension between Suru, Vinnie, and Olive deepens, even as Olive’s genuine chemistry with Suru begins to blossom. Vinnie, pushed by the fear of losing her friend and partner, confronts Suru about his feelings, and Suru finds it hard to confess the romantic truth to someone he has known since childhood. Yet, after a candid moment, the two acknowledge the depth of their connection, even as Olive’s affection for Suru remains real. Olive understands that Suru’s charm lies in his natural sweetness, and she agrees to stay with the Indian Stunners after Vinnie starts to recover, preserving the team’s core dynamic while adding a fresh, international edge. The final lineup, now centered around Suru, Vinnie, Vishnu, Vinod, Olive, and a ruggedly loyal crew, takes the stage with renewed purpose.

As the team pushes toward the final performance, Vinod’s tuberculosis symptoms worsen, threatening the group’s cohesion. The dance formation nearly collapses during a tense moment of an “assemblage,” but D, D by his side, supports his friend Vinod as best as he can. The team’s spirit refuses to break, and Suru chooses to push forward, encouraging the others to ignore the fear and complete the routine. In a moment of resilience, they reassemble and deliver a performance that outshines their earlier missteps, with Vinod held at the bottom of the formation to symbolize his unwavering commitment and the team’s unity. Though they do not take the top prize, their performance wins the audience and the judges over, capturing the hearts of millions. The film closes with Suru’s voiceover, recounting his late mother’s motivational lessons on dance and celebrating the power of perseverance, friendship, and dream-chasing that defines their extraordinary journey.