In THE DISCIPLE, Sharad (Aditya Modak) is a singer in his early 20s and his friends are finding jobs and getting married. But Sharad is a disciple and he dedicates himself to his Guruji (Arun Dravid) and his music. Trained in an ascetic tradition, Sharad must practice every day, take care of his Guruji (financially and healthwise), and not rush to the end of his tutelage. Guruji even told him that he'd probably have to wait until age 40 to even think about being good enough. How long can Sharad last? Will he become a success? What is success?