312:: The school reunion is underway, and Radha is nowhere to be seen. Mohana gives a heartfelt speech during the event, thanking all the teachers that helped the students to where they are today, and eventually concluding with an emotional thank-you to Radha, although he does not name her. Mohana opts to visit Radha at her house, where she is chopping vegetables on the floor. Mohana notes that Radha's mother had died, and she had to discontinue any further studies.
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