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Sorry this is late...wasn't in the mood most of the day.
The episode moved much faster than I anticipated, Shagun drama was resolved in first 5 minutes. Astha gave Shagun a good dressing down while Shaurya got mad at Betty for bringing up what could have been with Shagun. He was very clear that Anokhi was thier bhabhi and she was there to stay so they should stop talking nonsense or trying to rake up past. It was unclear to me why this scene was included in the storyline. Maybe to point out to Shaurya that Shagun intends to create problems. It was funny because everyone except Anokhi understood Shagun's game, it was even more hilarious at how quickly passed out Shagun agreed to go to her room when Shaurya decided to call the doctor. I was so embarrassed on Shagun's behalf. Is this how high class behaves? How can she bring herself to face any member of Sab family after all this?
How are the twins so stupid? Must be Alok's genes. Also how is the choice so binary. If Shaurya hadn't married Anokhi, he would've married Shagun? In what world? I'm not sure why the scene was placed other than to show who's on what side. Clearly the twins will be used to make Anokhi's life miserable at SIAC!
Why doesn't Anokhi see Shagun's game? Does she really need to give everyone the benefit of the doubt? Can Aashta or Kanchan have a talk with her?
I think the CVs made a very smart choice. Given the time slot and the expectations of FD, there was no way they could please the viewers so they took a completely different path. One that felt natural and fun. The couple were playful and bold which made sense given their comfort level with each other. It was good to see Anokhi still considered their sindur marraige as true wedding. She has been holding back due to ambiguity of their marital situation and her fears. It felt good to see her make demands and playfully participate while mocking the usual ITV SRs. Where did she arrange that glass of milk from? There was role reversal with Shaurya asking her to take off his watch or unbutton his shirt which she boldly did. His dream from Holi times finally came true where he imagined a bold Anokhi dressing/undressing him up. There were sensual kisses, scenes but they were interlaced with the dance. You blink and you miss it. In any case the SR is done and Shaurya still cannot believe he managed to marry Anokhi. He seemed so happy to just see her sleeping in thier bed and knowing that his morning will start with seeing her.
@underline: That was my biggest takeaway that Anokhi considers that sindoor shaadi as the start!
Her boldness was expected but still surprising. Their comfort level is on another plane. I always appreciate the seductive looks and female leads not heaving during romantic scenes. If you're having an asthma attack during romance, someone's not doing their job right and you need to abort the situation!😉
I had mixed feeling about this because Shaurya literally had to drag it out of her. I wish she had told him when he asked her the first time. As for Shaurya, I do not understand if he is delusional or purposely obtuse since he has a plan. He is definitely on board with Anokhi studying further so much that he even ordered a book shelf for Anokhi to keep her books in their room but he seems to be underplaying the challenge that BM/BP pose in Anokhi's education. On a different note I was touched by how Shaurya handed over his room and responsibility of his life to Anokhi. She can change anything or throw away anything she wants but him.
Shaurya has decided to center his whole life around Anokhi right now. He just looks like a man in love who doesn't want to deal with the reality of his family. But also, he's made up his mind to support Anokhi, so I don't think he's putting much stock in what Tejvi will say or do. Just like he got their support for their shaadi, he probably feels he can work on them. Otherwise they will leave! Shaurya is no Shaan!
As for him having to ask, their suhaagraat wasn't the right time so I can understand the hesitancy from Anokhi. He had to ask, but I didn't feel like it was dragged out against her will. She needed canjoling.
I am sure it was an exciting night , Anokhi's flinch was so realistic when she saw Shaurya niharofying her. he wants more time with her , but when she tries to rope him in to cook with her...him trying escape was so husband like. But I was stuck with his thought that he would have to cook in front of everyone. I wondered if I was reading too much in it but while he has changed for himself and his wife, I saw a glimpse of old regressive traditionalist alive in him.
@underline: that is a good point. His language does sound sexist still. It's hard to change ingrained thoughts, but as long as his actions don't follow that, it should be fine.
Not sure if anyone actually cooks rasoi on first day. Normally new bride does not do household work until her mehandi is faded in our community. Rasoi is more of a tradition in most families I know where bride either makes one simple dish or she just stirs the pot. I am surprised that BM wants Anokhi to prepare an entire lunch for so many family members without any help by herself. She is trying to make life as hard as possible for Anokhi.
Devi is really trying to make Anokhi feel inadequate, I guess. We don't have the rasam, so I'm not really that familiar with it. Like you said, normally on ITV it's just making a sweet.
I agree with you, the episode was balanced. I cannot get enough of our lead couple. I just want to see more nok-jhok, more tashan, more romance and more heat between them but want them to present an united front when dealing with Sab family+Shagun. I also hope to see more college romance now that they are married.
Same same same! Any interaction with just ShaKhi is superior to all other scenes for me. I like the outside drama kept to a minimum. Hope they continue to show their banter!
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