Different strokes - Page 4

I have mixed feelings on this subject. It's a nice idea, that we all get to express our thoughts. But my experience has been that if I am mostly enjoying a show, and want to express that, I will inevitably be told that I am not critical enough of the social issues. Sure, I can see the underlying problems, but I can also see why the characters are often written in such a way that they don't take active steps to resolve them. I don't think that makes me an unthinking person, just someone who is wearied by constant confrontation, and doesn't care to seek it out in every online interaction.

It would be one thing if those critiquing the show just said Well, this is my opinion. And I think most people do that quite nicely. But if they dissect everyone else's posts to say why they are not on the right path, or not as able to see the subtext, well, I find that patronising, and will certainly decline to engage.

I have no real dog in this fight, as I don't post much on this show's forum. This is just my two cents based on past experience. It has led me to post very little, and just read updates.

It's good to discuss stuff like this, though. Knowing what people think about how a forum should be can only enhance the experience of belonging,😊

Mahika.

serial is like a real life where problems are endless if you solve one problem another one is on the horizon.

Don't you think Simi has barred teeth and changed faster than a speeding bullet

I have no real dog in this fight, as I don't post much on this show's forum.

Originally posted by: shanti05

If we can stick to discussion and bring about a friendly atmosphere in the forum its truly a welcome. I have also wanting the same and unfortunately some good thought were not given more scope in the forum and I really feel missing something

Freedom of speech is truly what a forum is about and bring your thoughts and to share your view points on a podium like this what better can i ask for !!

wondering from where to where this thread has reached 😲.

Well said Laila - If someone does not like the age difference between Abhi and Simi, they should be allowed to say it. If someone doesn't like the relationship between Omi and Neetu, they should be allowed to say it. That's what forums our about and if people are too thin skinned to handle it, then the issue is about them and not the comments posted about the show.

Originally posted by: SValeCalGal

I think the show has sunk considerably low in the last two months!

<font color="#cc3366">There may be a ray of hope ... Simi is baring her teeth in just the right way ... just deserts to be meted out soon ... keep yourself crossed then cross yourself ... </font>

why couldnt they show them going around the fire for real with a priest chanting mantras even after the guests and Manju etc had left?

<font color="#cc3366">'Cause the priests had taken off as well ... however, the ritual of marriage is just that - a ritual and hence, eminentlydispensible ... having an officiating 'priest' makes not an iota of difference to the outcome ... their commitment to each other was necessary and sufficient for a union (and that they had already pledged at the temple ... although Simi suffered from inconvenient amnesia, which I believe was the result of hack writers) ...besides, given that they were soon to be reduced to penury, a good decision from a financial standpoint to not have to employ a shastri ... I have yet to be convinced that priests are even the least bit necessary ... if you think about it, just what do they add to life anyway?!</font>

<font color="#cc3366">Watch the show ... there's plenty to revel in ... </font>

Yayy, Simi finally slapped Anita! 😃 👏 I have been itching to do that for a long time! Its great that the worm is finally turning, Simi is baring her teeth finally to protect her loved ones, especially Papajee! 👏

I agree that where there is true love, priests and rituals dont matter ....but Im also old-fashioned and would have loved to see Simi-Abhi take real pheras around a real fire instead of going around an unlit pyre in a deserted temple, taking pheras in the opposite direction. 😆
The priest was still there, Anusha could have paid him to complete the wedding.

Originally posted by: Bana

<font face="Comic Sans MS, Times, serif">Of all the posts in this enlightening thread I like Pallavi's last one the best - while the rest of us are still discussing whether to allow criticism or stiffle it, there she goes and irreverently posts some more! Good going Pallavi!</font>

<font face="Comic Sans MS, Times, serif">My take on this is let the marketplace decide. Why regulate when there is inherent self-regulation in the form of how much and what kind of views/responses a post gets. If people are interested in what you say they will read and respond, if they don't they will counter-respond or ignore and your thread will die a natural death. If members feel your view is too negative and they don't agree they can simply overlook your post in favour of more positive ones and that will show you how little your 'negativity' is appreciated. If on the other hand your 'negative' post gets a lot of response, then obviously your view is shared by many and deserves to be aired. Either way the forum regulates itself.</font>

<font face="Comic Sans MS, Times, serif">As far as projecting the show as popular is concerned, I guess that is also an objective of the forum and it is best served by encouraging a large number of posts, views and responses rather than by limiting the POVs - whether we appreciate the show or criticize it obviously we are watching it and care enough to post, that's what makes it popular.</font>

<font face="Comic Sans MS, Times, serif">I believe moderation is required more for real offences - racist, seditious or religious slurs, 'adults only' stuff,libelling the artistes, abusive language or exposing members' personal details or similar stuff. Also for housekeeping - combining similar posts, duplicate topics,etc that makes the forum more user-friendly. On thesecounts, Ramas has been very effective.</font>

<font face="Comic Sans MS">With happenings on the show getting morefantastical and our beloved SimBhi under threat lets all get our brushes out now!</font>

Thanks Bana! Ive always been a rebel! 😆
Well said! 👏 The more the POVs, the more the posts, the more its popularity... debates make a forum thrive and hum with life. As long as the debates are healthy, express personal POV's without making personal, religious or ethnic attacks or abusive in any way!
Criticizing a character doesnt mean we are criticizing the actor or actress, rather the writers and director for taking the show on the wrong path.

Simi is baring her teeth finally to protect her loved ones, especially Papajee!