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Oh my!
Not to forget, we're completely omitting the fact that Bajirao had a son with Kashi before Mastani came. For lord's sake, don't tell me he doesn't care for his son Nanasaheb.
Yet feeling it difficult to believe that we're in a new phase, in a new time frame. It'll take time to let go of past appearances and accept the new entrants.
Coming to the episode, I actually liked the angle of camera during introduction of Bajirao. Like a 180 degree gradual turn. Well done there!
Oh dear. Radhabai has become so stone hearted. I get the vibes of a barren land that was once green and fruitful. But now it's a mere shadow of it's past glory. And now I understand why there had to be a character change for Radha. Anuja was too vibrant and cheerful for a dull & dry elder Radhabai who's seen enough if life and it's sufferings. Her face so parched, voice so thick & heart so cold. There's a warmth missing, a spark that's lost. That's Radhabai for us. I desperately want to see how did this character fade away in time.
Kashibai has a brilliance, a colourful aura around her. She gives life to Radha who would've dried long ago. She's vulnerable, scared yet emerges strong after a word with Aai.
"Ghar geela ho toh baad aur Mann kaccha ho toh darr use Todd deta Hai. Apna Mann pakka kijiye Kashibai ". THIS is the headstrong nature of our once leading lady.
" Aap Bajirao Ballad ki patni Hai. Aapke aankho mein unke liye intezaar Hona chahiye, darr Nahi ".
When Kashi lightly asks her if she is worried for Peshwa saheb or not, whether she waits for him or not.
"Humne unka intezaar Karna chodd Diya Hai."
There breaks my heart 💔. This is indeed very painful! And again I'll take time to realise that Radhabai isn't the same naughty lady I used to see.😵
"Hum Peshwinbai Hain. Peshwa Ka Ghar sambhalte Hain."
That's it. She has rather depreciated herself so much that her position is reduced to mere a housekeeper. Ouch!
I must say, a very strong characterisation.
Looking forward to watch more of this! <3
Precap : When Bajirao utters those words - Yaad rakhne ke liye yaadein Hona aavashyak Hai.
It's not just a simple statement. We'll have a look at both the faces side by side. We've to accept that he's not shared pleasant memories with her.
1. Bajirao is a dedicated warrior, there's no denying it. He's sworn his life to the land and it's people. As he's said : Kashibai, Nahi tumhaare aasoon humein rok sakte Hain, Nahi aapki Muskan. He was a kid, not inflicted by the sentiments of love. Fair enough. He respects her when she's around, that's it. So there's no question of 'missing' her, as asked by Gotya.
2. He completely neglects the fact that a woman behind is waiting for his return, waiting for him to come back to her. He doesn't appreciate her tyaag nor respects her intezaar. Her existence doesn't matter to her. Hence, there's no question of missing her.
The only objectionable part to the precap is Gotya's remark : wait till you fall in love. And then Mastani's glimpse. Is Kashibai's understanding not a reflection of her love? Is Bajirao's promise to return to her everytime not a symbol of his commitment?
I'm highly confused with these contradictory dialogues. If a man can't love/remember/respect his wife, he's no right to love someone else.
Not to forget, we're completely omitting the fact that Bajirao had a son with Kashi before Mastani came. For lord's sake, don't tell me he doesn't care for his son Nanasaheb.
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Cheers,
Mahi
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