Episode Analysis: 10/8/16: Impression: The bane of arranged marriages

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Posted: 8 years ago
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Hello Everyone.

I am Shirley. Starting today, I plan to post an episode analysis thread regularly.

Must say I love the Rajshri flavor of entertainment very much. Yes, I am aware that Kavita Barjatya is branching out and this serial of hers is her own production. But so far I get the feel of a rajshri, so let's leave it at that.

The common characteristics of Rajshri productions include:

1. Eye-candy leads and most of the supporting cast. Think Rajshri, and you get some actors that are soothing to your eyes. The lead is your typical chocolate boy with innocent looks and the female lead is this demure, unadulterated beauty with. Even the rest of the cast is usually made up of instantly loveable characters. Good looking innocent faces are always great mood lifters. After a hard day's work, you want to watch something soothing to your eyes.

2. Simple, sweet story and pure relationships: A must have for a relaxing watch. With all the stress and bitterness all around us, such a show provides relief.

3. Script that upholds our traditional values: At a time when our rich culture, values and our traditions are being eroded and forgotten, this is something that touches your soul. Values like respecting your elders, family togetherness, joint families, living for your family, etc. are more needed today than we realize. Hence, Rajshri deserves an applause for their attempt to keep reminding people of our values and traditions.

4. Neat and clean, yet heart-touching romance: Do i even need to elaborate this point?

All in all, Rajshri provides a good distraction and a fabulous escape into an idealistic world. Who cares if the portrayal is sometimes unreal! I would look everywhere around me if I want to see realities of life. At least once in a while, a show should act like a balm to the soul!

Analysis For Today

This is a comprehensive analysis of what we have been shown so far.

First, loved the intro bike scene. Cool papa-bitiya scene. Next, the families are introduced and there's a subtle contrast. Aryan's father is a strict disciplinarian while Saachi's mother has a few do's and don't's, esp. for her. But both are like coconut, isn't it? Upar se sakt andar se narm..

So, as is the norm in arranged marriages, a pandit brings the proposal to both the families. As luck would have it, both families are attending the same marriage in jaisalmer.. so why not meet there itself? Good plan.. a mutual ground for first meet is always good in this scenario.

Curiosity is killing both of them.. natural, isn't it? And both are being teased mercilessly when they try to sk about their prospective life partner.

I liked the way, the journey to Jaisalmer was shown.. Saachi's family in a bus having a cozy family time. Aryan's family in cars.. maintaining discipline.. It also showed subtly the financial positions of the families. The boy's family is better off.

The hit n miss between the couple was sweet. Also, concern of both sides of parents wrt their kids' marriage and importance of the right life partner is portrayed well and naturally.

Now, lets come to the crux of today;s epi, IMO. Why are kids forced to behave in a certain way, when meeting prospective matches? This I feel is the worst part of arranged marriage meetings. Why don't parents ask children to be just themselves? If they are made to behave differently than what they actually are, how will compatibility be assessed? As shown rightly in the last scene, instead of making a favorable first impression, the reverse happens! Exactly what will happen!

Also why is it deemed necessary to dress up the facts? As Aryan's father says, it's the norm. Why? If you are not yourself satisfied with your achievements and need to exaggerate them, how will the other person respect you? Something to think about, right?

That's all for today. Good night all!

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Posted: 8 years ago
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i really loved it..Thank u 😊
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Originally posted by: urvi25

i really loved it..Thank u 😊


Glad you liked it.. The pleasure is mine.

But please join in .. I have a few other things too to say about yesterday's epi. It was too late at night n I had had a hectic day..

Let's all discuss the episode in details
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Originally posted by: braveheartdoc

Really awesome analysis... Thanks.


Thanks.. What can I call u?

Please join in n discuss
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Posted: 8 years ago
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Hi everyone.Great analysis shirley.😃 I normally don't post on IF, but since this is a new forum, i decided to join in. I watch ERSK for shivya, i have liked the girl since humsafars and i always felt she never got her due credit for the role. For a first timer she was really good. Although i must say i was rather hesitant to watch ersk coz i really don't like Rajshri films. 😛 But i was pleasantly surprised by the first epi. It was not an old fashioned romance as expected. I guess that's what most people expected. And those promos really did not help!🥱 It put off so many people. Actually the show is quite relatable.
Anyway coming to the episodes i just loved sanchi's intro scene. And the papa beti camaraderie was lovely. Aryan's bond with his uncle was also so cute. And they are showing the arranged marriage situation and apprehensions quite well. Social media stalking & discreetly asking around but taking care to show that they are not too interested-just curious. And thank god! no love at first sight nonsense. First thoughts were what a champu (or was it chipku?😆) & how old fashioned! That was very realistic.
Now if only they tone down the desert dances, those old timey songs and some of the sugary speeches- this will be a winner! Im sure it will improve in the upcoming episodes.👍🏼
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I actually loved that they're showing a bit more of Jaisalmer (forts and folk dance)... this show is refreshing and is also a bit realistic but sugar-coated... we're gonna get to watch a really lavish destination wedding for once... thanx to this show I could watch it atleast on TV
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Hi Nefetina and Amulya, thank you so much for responding and putting in your views here.
What can I call you both?

i would recomment on both of your posts after i post today's analysis. i still have some other work to attend to before that.. so will either make the new thread after an hour or tomorrow morning.
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Posted: 8 years ago
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Wonderful analysis. 👏
I gave this show a try being it's from Kavita a Rajshri family. I have watched her prev. 2 shows MTPH and YMGGK which were under Rajshri banner and love all Rajshri films (golden oldies & new ones).
Unfortunately could not watch the show PKDH

Edited by Ms.S.K. - 8 years ago
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Posted: 8 years ago
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You are so right!
I too think same! :)
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Posted: 8 years ago
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Hi shirley, you guys can call me Nawal. 😊
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