Born to Win

J is a former hairdresser who drifts into drug dealing and petty crime to cope with a broken life. He is torn between a longing for love and peace and a habit of taking risks that pull him deeper into Vivian world. A failed plan to crack a cashier safe becomes a domino that invites panic, betrayal, and a tightening net. When Parm arrives, the warmth of a new connection challenges his loyalty and hints at a possible cleaner life, even as debt and danger tighten around him.

Parm is a free-spirited woman who invites J into her apartment and into a moment of warmth away from the streets. Her curiosity about J peels back the rough edges of his life and reveals a gentler side he tries to hide. Their growing bond offers hope of redemption, but it also risks drawing them deeper into a trap. When the net tightens, Parm becomes a target, testing whether their connection can survive the relentless pressure of the city.

Vivian is a fierce and formidable drug dealer who runs a tight, intimidating operation. She commands fear and loyalty within her crew, pressing J to advance her interests even as the danger grows. Her business is efficient and ruthless, leaving little room for mercy or trust. The lure of power comes at the cost of personal bonds and the possibility of escape.

Billy Dynamite is J's junkie friend who speaks blunt truths about the solace provided by their dangerous lifestyle. He pushes the boundaries of loyalty, offering a hard edged take on their crimes and the risks they take. His reckless pursuit of the score ends in a tragic moment as he injects himself with drugs meant for J, dying in the elevator cold quiet. His death triggers guilt and a new resolve in J to rethink the path he has chosen.

Stanley is a senior figure in Vivian supply chain, a presence who keeps the operation tight and running. He closes in on J as the scheme to reclaim stolen drugs tightens, signaling that every ally may be an informant or a trap. His relationship to the world of Vivian creates constant tension and a looming threat that pushes J toward drastic decisions.