Malgudi Days Swami & Friends 1 Season 2 Episode 15 Forty Five A Month 45 Rupaye
- July 18, 1987
- 21 min
Malgudi Days is a nostalgic show set in the fictional town of Malgudi in India. The show is based on the works of acclaimed Indian author R.K. Narayan and captures the challenges, joys and idiosyncrasies of small-town life.
Season 2, episode 15 of Malgudi Days, titled "Forty Five A Month 45 Rupaye," revolves around the life of a young boy named Swaminathan. Swaminathan is a mischievous and curious 10-year-old who lives in the town of Malgudi with his family.
The episode opens with Swaminathan learning that his father has received a promotion at work. With the promotion comes a pay raise, and Swaminathan's father announces that he will now be sending 45 rupees a month to his grandmother who lives in a nearby village.
Swaminathan is immediately intrigued by this amount of money and starts to daydream about all the things he could buy with 45 rupees. He imagines buying new books, toys, sweets and more. However, his father reminds him that the money is not for him to spend and that it is meant for his grandmother.
Swaminathan, being a curious and stubborn child, cannot let go of his desire for the money. He hatches a plan to get his hands on it and enlists the help of his friend Rajam. Together, they decide to smuggle letters to Swaminathan's grandmother, and in return, they will ask her to send them the money instead of sending it back to Swaminathan's family.
After several attempts and some close calls, the boys successfully manage to get the money from Swaminathan's grandmother. They are overjoyed and decide to spend the money on snacks, toys and rides. However, things take an unexpected turn when Swaminathan loses the money.
The rest of the episode follows Swaminathan's frantic search for the lost money. In the process, he learns some important life lessons about the value of money, honesty, and the consequences of his actions. As he navigates through challenging situations, he slowly starts to understand the true worth of 45 rupees and the responsibility that comes with it.
"Forty Five A Month 45 Rupaye" is a heartwarming and relatable episode that captures the innocence and curiosity of childhood. It beautifully portrays the way in which small amounts of money can hold great significance for individuals and families, and how they can teach valuable life lessons. With its vibrant characters, lively setting and timeless themes, Malgudi Days is a show that continues to captivate audiences of all ages.