Simran

Praful Patel, a divorcee in her mid-30s, struggles to secure a mortgage to gain independence from her parents. Working as a housemaid in the United States, she faces frustration and disappointment as her parents pressure her to remarry.

In an attempt to escape her mundane life, Praful reluctantly agrees to attend a bachelor party in Las Vegas with her cousin Amber. This trip marks the beginning of a thrilling yet dangerous path as she seeks excitement away from her daily routine.

While at a casino in Las Vegas, Praful learns the game of baccarat from a friendly Indian and experiences an exhilarating win of $2,000. This moment of joy is fleeting as she begins to indulge in gambling more recklessly.

During her casino adventure, Praful meets Adam, a charming Californian, which ignites a brief romantic encounter. However, their connection takes an unexpected turn, reflecting the complexities of her personal life as she dodges intimacy.

After a series of wins, Praful's luck runs out as she loses $8,000 she had saved for her mortgage. This loss leads to the denial of her loan application, putting her financial goals in jeopardy and increasing her stress.

Desperate for help, Praful turns to her father who suggests she meet Sameer, a young man intended as her suitor. Despite her initial reluctance about marriage, her interactions with Sameer lead to an unexpected engagement.

Praful’s compulsive gambling resurfaces and she returns to Las Vegas, leading her deeper into debt. In a reckless decision, she borrows a staggering $32,000 from a loan shark, exacerbating her financial crisis.

As her engagement to Sameer approaches, Praful faces a crippling $50,000 debt that threatens to unravel her life. Despite the joyful family wedding around her, she is pressured by loan sharks demanding repayment.

In a panic, Praful resorts to stealing from a gas station, but her disguise fails to yield significant funds. This act of desperation highlights her deteriorating mental state as her problems mount.

Out of sheer desperation, Praful adopts the persona of 'Simran', the 'lipstick bandit,' and plots to rob banks. Leaving behind notes written in lipstick, her daring escapades draw attention but also heighten her fears.

In a moment of vulnerability, Praful tries to confide in Sameer about her criminal activities. However, he dismisses her concerns with laughter, further isolating her from seeking help.

Praful faces unwanted advances from her manager, adding to her tumultuous life. When confronted by the loan shark at work, she realizes her hidden savings have been stolen by him, pushing her deeper into despair.

Desperate to resolve her financial woes, Praful plans a robbery at the very bank that denied her mortgage application. A mix of fear and determination drives her to seize an opportunity to reclaim her life.

In a surprising gesture, Sameer deposits his savings for his MBA into Praful's account, offering her a chance for redemption. This act of kindness reignites her hope just as she grapples with the consequences of her choices.

Ultimately, Praful must confront her choices and surrender to law enforcement, receiving a ten-month prison sentence. This pivotal moment leads her to sell her story to a Bollywood producer, transforming her misfortunes into a new opportunity.