Originally posted by: dramacrazy12
I honestly cannot say that show is bad though it could have been better. A show is all about entertainment and must appeal to the taste of wide range of audience in different age groups so you are forced to throw in all sorts of masalas like romance, angst, plotting and kitchen politics while trying to keep the the concept or soul of the show. The show does not pretend to be cerebral but pure entertainment. It is not easy when you are dealing with a situation like COVID and lockdowns and you are measured on a weekly basis. There are tons of options for viewers so one misstep can cause the show to go off-air and all the hard work of the crew is down the drain. As long as all masalas are balanced, the show is palatable.
For example If they had proceeded with the original concept then Shaurya would be a much more dark character, his change much less relatable and his character almost non-redeemable (misogyny is not something you change easily, it is a part of your behavioral and psychological buildup) so they opted for a grey character who is a progressive at heart and his apparent regressiveness is a result of his circumstances and family background.
I do see some logical oversights in the show but for most part the show has managed to balance various storylines within their constraints and keep pace. Also it is better than most shows out there (I am seriously disgusted at the level of toxicity in those shows and slow pace) and that is enough for me. They have great actors with incredible chemistry and some of the episodes/scenes have been amazing in terms of direction and cinematography. I have no complaints. To me a show is appealing if I think about it and wonder where it is headed next after the episode is done or feel an impulse to comment on it in a forum.
As for Deba, she is learning fast so I have no complaints there either.
Very well stated!!!
COVID is going on and in many places people are (stuck) at home and the entertainment industry is keeping them entertained. Like you said, that means they have to cater to many different tastes!
I'm with you on preferring SAAKK over other shows that are on ITV right now. I even watch some of the other shows, but this is the only show I care to come to IF for or even comment on. I'm invested!
As for acting, I think they're all doing a superb job and I appreciate their willingness to work in the conditions that they do to keep me entertained!!!