When you have exceptional abilities, it's important to make use of them, even if that means leaving your friends and family behind as you seek success.
While living in England, the main character experiences discrimination and threats because of his Indian background. In one scene, he's attacked and beaten by a group of soldiers solely because of his race. Some war imagery.
Infrequent use of words including "bloody," "damn," and "hell." Racist comments.
Characters smoke cigarettes, and meals are sometimes accompanied by wine.