Voot Select’s romantic drama, Ranjish Hi Sahi is a pleasant surprise ft. Tahir, Amala and Amrita

(3.5/5 stars) Ranjish Hi Sahi features Tahir Raj Bhasin, Amala Paul, Amrita Puri and Zarina Wahab in pivotal roles.

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Pushdeep Bhardwaj’s immaculately crafted “Ranjish Hi Sahi” jumps hurdles, crosses fences and beats the stumbling blocks to arrive at the harbor love. Anchored by irresistible performances, Ranjish Hi Sahi is a never-before-seen representation of unrequited love between three self-less lovers Shankar (Tahir), Aamna Parvez (Amala) and Amrita Puri (Anju). Exploring a surge of emotions, the cutting-edge web-series uncovers the troubled past of Shankar, a film-director who struggles to make ends meet back in the 70’s. He is shown loitering on the streets pleading for work, revealing the gruesome side of the showbiz business.

The show delves into the life of Shankar who seeks intimacy in the superstar actress Aamna, which then culminates into a passionate love affair between the two, leading to annulment of his marriage. Laden with guilt, he tries to consolidate his damaged relationship with Anju (Amrita Puri). Ripped between both worlds, he lands up trapped in a triangle with no escape.

Tahir plays a damsel in distress yet gracefully holds the centre stage, unabashedly shedding tears and showcasing vulnerabilities. Amala delivers a flawless portrayal of the charismatic superstar adorning bright, puff sleeved bohemian blouses and bell bottoms inspired by the era. She flashes her million dollar smile and winged eyeliner look with uttermost poise making you miss the yester-year divas. Amrita brings fragility to the table with her subtle expressions and overwhelms your heart. First, a doting home-maker and later a betrayed wife, she captures the inherent struggle and pulse of every Indian woman in the society.

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Shankar’s mother (Zarina Wahab) makes her presence felt every time she plays the catalyst between Anju and Shankar. The blend of compassion and tenderness between the mother and son is exhibited beautifully. You definitely need a bunch of tissues to get over the heartwarming scenes! Jagmohan (Saurabh Sachdeva) embodies a wealthy film-producer with solidity. Zubair’s (Rajat Kaul) tall macho appeal as Aamna’s fiancée fits perfectly.

The story sweeps through a melancholy of feelings like abandonment, temptation, infidelity, obsession and guilty pleasures. It penetrates through bold and refreshing sentiments of love spiraling out of 70’s Bollywood. One cannot take their eyes off the glamorous setting, retro drool-worthy costumes and re-created visuals of yester-year’s cinematic gems. 

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Musical tracks by Rekha Bhardwaj and Javed Ali add a soothing feel to the show. Inspired by vintage style, this modern-yet-sensitive take on love is filled with heart-tugging moments. Nurtured by Mahesh Bhatt, the series explores dimensions of love, sensuality and questions the conventional relationship definition the audience has grown up watching. Produced by Jio Studios and Mukesh Bhatt, Voot Select’s original Ranjish Hi Sahi can be called as a romantic paradise which trespasses the stereotypes of mainstream love and ignites spark in your tranquil life.

Rating: 3.5/5

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