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Hello there,
I think it would be safe to assume that I speak on behalf of all the die hard Shakti fans. First of all I must applaud the magnum opus you and your team have delivered in the name of Shakti Astitva Eik Ehsaas Ki. The cast and crew along with the creative team have given mind blowing performances successively. Wouldn't really like to name any one character as each and everyone of them has been important in weaving this elaborate tale and as the TRP's show it has been a resounding success.
I freely admit I have never watched any of your previous shows, tried to give Saath Nibhana a try but couldn't sit through the sob fest. In the age of Netflix and shows like Game of Thrones I have been pretty happy to see that some entertainment from the East manages to keep picky television fanatics like me entertained. I agree I started watching because of Vivian have been his fan for long but Rubina grew on me and now I love her equally.
Now for the plot, it intrigues me that you chose to go ahead with the bold concept of a straight man in love with an Intersex woman and the problems their love will face. I have so far made myself watch Preeto put opera singers to shame matching their vocal inflections to a tee. I have watched Maninder out do Hitler in his ways and means of ruining his child's life. Believe me it took every atom in the universe to stop me from yelling "Idiot!" to the idiot box itself when Harman proclaimed Soumya with lovelorn eyes as his friend. People suffering from Glaucoma could see the yearning in his eyes and I have 20/20 vision thankfully, pure torture trust me.
What works for me is the protective love that was showcased between Nimmi and Soumya, the relationship Surbhi has with Soumya. The real life portrayal of Kinnars in the Indian society and their lifestyle which is still considered a taboo topic. I wonder if you realize that your show is a benchmark in deciding the future path for these said Kinnar people. Just like Mughal-e-Azam's Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kiya inspired millions to flee their homes for love your soap has the capacity to influence the Indian society to a general acceptance of them.
I do not know what sort of research you did before launching this flagship or what your plans are regarding Harman's relationship with Soumya. I truly believe you can make history by actually giving Soumya self confidence, making Harman love her not the stupid love that is portrayed on Indian television but a deep profound love that is found in most marriages. I want Harman to not promise his mother to marry again, I want Harman to acknowledge to his mother and the world that he loves her. I want him to remember that he is legally married to her. I want Soumya to fight for Harman not weep at the drop of a hat and assent to becoming a maid in the Singh household. I want her to understand her value as a human being first and foremost and for her to stand with Harman to brave all storms together. I want him to help her become an independent, strong and capable being and retain the title of his wife.
I want Harman to get her treated by a doctor and to live, I repeat live like a husband with her. It is not abominable it is the truth of this world every gender is allowed to love and live with the person they love. Where I am from DSD people live with their partner of choice some even get married then why not in India? Why don't you become a trendsetter, break the norms, pave the path to a more beautiful and happy future for them. Whether you like it or not you have the power to play God to many many lives don't ruin it because let's face it you too have to live with yourself. Who knows how many may find true love and be able to change their destinies thanks to you. Best of luck!
An avid fan,
Muneeza.
Note: Guys if we could all sign it and send it to Rashmi or the creatives hopefully we may get to see something nice.
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