Fugly!

Fugly!

Year: 2014

Runtime: 100 min

Language: Hindi

Director: Alfredo De Villa

Comedy

In 1970s Bronx, "fugly" Jesse Sanchez (John Leguizamo) navigates adolescence in the shadow of his charismatic brother. College brings newfound confidence, fueled by a surplus of female admirers. After a stand-up comedy breakthrough, agent Stoddard (Ally Sheedy) discovers Jesse's unique voice, launching him into the spotlight. As fame and fortune grow, so do his relationships with passionate Zowie (Rosie Perez) and love interest Lara (Radha Mitchell).

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Timeline – Fugly! (2014)
Trace every key event in Fugly! (2014) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

The Bond Among Friends

Dev, Devi, Gaurav, and Aditya share a close friendship, deeply supporting one another through thick and thin. Their connection is especially tested as Gaurav struggles with the pressure of his family's political legacy.

2

Confronting Nunu

After Nunu harasses Devi in his store, the friends decide to confront him. They break into his shop under the cover of night to deliver a stern warning about his behavior towards Devi.

Night Nunu's store
3

Escalation of Tensions

The situation escalates when Nunu challenges them to leave Devi behind, pushing the friends to take more drastic actions. They stow Nunu in their car's trunk and drive him to a deserted location to teach him a lesson.

Desolate Location
4

Inspector Chautala's Interference

The friends’ plans quickly unravel when Inspector R.S. Chautala stumbles upon their clandestine operation. He discovers Nunu hidden in the trunk of the car and decides to take matters into his own hands.

5

Murder and Framing

In a shocking act, Chautala kills Nunu and orchestrates a scheme to frame the friends for murder. This act plunges them into immediate danger and leaves Gaurav panic-stricken about the impact on his father’s political career.

6

Ransom Demand

The next morning, Chautala demands a ransom of Rs. 61 Lakhs from the friends within 24 hours. As Gaurav’s anxiety grows, they scramble to gather money to meet the extortionist's demands.

Next morning
7

Gaurav's Struggles

Despite managing to gather Rs. 24 Lakhs, the friends find their situation worsened when Chautala films their cash delivery. This footage becomes a tool for further blackmail, drawing them deeper into Chautala’s web of crime.

8

Sting Operation Planning

Desperate to clear their names, the friends devise a plan to expose Chautala through a sting operation. Their initial success in capturing a confession on camera is marred when they are caught before they can escape.

9

Devi's Kidnapping

In a twist of fate, Chautala kidnaps Devi, leveraging her safety as a bargaining chip. Gaurav and Dev are coerced into taking extreme actions, including a political assassination, to secure her release.

10

Rescuing Devi

Aditya uncovers that Chautala is hosting a party for Gaurav's father's associates at a farmhouse. The friends mount a rescue operation just in time to save Devi from danger, but Chautala retaliates by injuring Gaurav during the escape.

Farmhouse
11

Family Betrayal

After their escape, Gaurav's family, under Chautala's manipulation, turns against him. This betrayal adds to the group’s despair as their fight for justice seems increasingly hopeless.

Time passes
12

Dev's Ultimate Sacrifice

Five years later, Dev decides to draw attention to their plight by self-immolating at India Gate. His desperate act lands him in the hospital, where he begins sharing his harrowing experiences with a reporter.

Five years later India Gate
13

Confrontation with Chautala

In a dramatic turn, Chautala arrives at the hospital to silence Dev. Chaos ensues, and during the struggle, Dev ends up disrupting Chautala's life support, leading to a physical altercation that results in Chautala's death.

Hospital
14

Public Sentiment Shifts

The confrontation and subsequent death of Chautala are broadcast live, drastically changing public opinion against him. This pivotal moment leads to Chautala’s eventual arrest, bringing a measure of justice to Gaurav and his friends.

15

Chautala's Downfall

One year later, a vengeful Chautala attempts to blackmail Gaurav's father again but faces his demise at the hands of a colleague. This event emphasizes the ongoing cycle of corruption and betrayal that has haunted their lives.

One year later

Last Updated: October 25, 2024 at 10:07

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