Journey Bombay to Goa 2007

Lal and Das start a vada pav centre with 5100 rupees

Lal and Das pool their 5100 rupees to launch a small vada pav stall. They envision turning it into a stepping stone toward bigger ventures. The venture marks the first step in their entrepreneurial plan.

Lal wins Rs. 2 lakhs in a contest

Lal unexpectedly wins a prize of Rs. 2 lakhs, giving the duo more capital than before. They weigh options to expand, including a travel agency. The windfall energizes their plans.

Decision to start a travel agency

With the prize money, they set their sights on launching a travel business. They brainstorm services, pricing, and routes, dreaming of rapid growth. The plan hinges on securing reliable transport.

Creating a bus from spare parts

Unable to afford a proper vehicle, they cobble together a makeshift bus from spare car parts. The DIY bus represents their ingenuity but also the risk of failure. They hope the rig will attract customers for sightseeing tours.

Lal entrusts prize money to Das

Lal places the prize money in Das's hands, trusting him to choose a trustworthy vehicle and manage funds. This trust sets up a tense dynamic as both depend on Das's decisions. The decision becomes a pivotal risk for the business.

First ride delivers chaos

The improvised bus carries its first passengers and immediately triggers chaos. Passengers demand refunds, and some are reluctant to ride again. Despite the tension, the ride leaves a lasting impression on both the travelers and the duo.

Dying thief reveals map to prize

The group encounters a dying thief who mentions a hidden prize and a map. They tear the map into pieces, with each person keeping a fragment. The shared goal to solve the map unites and then pits them against each other.

Greed sparks a race for the pieces

Greed takes hold as they try to 'reassemble' the map and claim the treasure. Rivalries emerge and plans clash as the group expands the chase beyond cooperation. The atmosphere grows tense but remains hopeful about wealth.

Finding gold under a statue

The ragtag group locates gold beneath a statue and pulls down the statue to access it. The moment promises a windfall but also raises new questions about ownership and morality. They believe the treasure could set them up for life.

Police seize the gold

Before they can claim the wealth, the police seize the treasure and remove it from the scene. The loss triggers collective remorse about their greed. The group begins to reflect on the consequences of their actions.

Plan to fix the fallen statue as penance

With the wealth gone, they decide to do a philanthropic act by fixing the fallen statue. They hope to redeem themselves and restore the town's pride. The plan marks a shift from greed to communal good.

The statue breaks and diamonds are found

While attempting to repair the statue, it breaks into pieces, revealing a pack of diamonds hidden inside. The discovery rekindles a sense of wonder and reward. They now face the decision of how to share the diamonds.