Note from the International Audience - Page 2

Hi Neri, i am also 4th generation indian living in SA. I agree with u about the big C night, that there is nothing wrong about monday's episode. I was so disappointed to read so much negative post about C night. Everyone who r critizing about C night need to catch awake up cos there worst scenes that r shown in bollywood movies and no one complains. I think people that r talking ill about ram and sakshi needs to relax.

Neri good to read your endorsement of the show and the particular content of one episode.. Nice to see the reaction from an International audiance..

I reside in US ...and we got to see a highly edited version ...but I saw the full version on internet and I must say it was very very classy and aesthetically done...romantic ,sensuous but NOT vulgar...some of the shows have shown downright vulgarity...infact this must be the only show where the woman is shown to be actively participating...true to the characterization of urban mature couple!!!!

Originally posted by: fosla

Neri

Thumps up and a high five from me!

Yes.. In all the euphoria and criticism ,we forgot to get an appreciation note to the cast and crew. It was fantastic. And hands down the most aesthetically done consummation scene in the Indian Tele industry. What a treat for all the BALH fans.

Thanks Ram,Sakshi,Ekta, Anil kumarji and the entire crew for a splendid episode!

you go gal, well said! Exactly my thoughts, I am soo sick of people complaining about such a beautiful episode. I also loved the fact that they actually showed both were interested in love making, which is never the case in Indian soaps, women are like statues, as if they have no desires, I just loved the way both were deeply in love and enjoying the moment, isn't that real? natural? It was just so romantic. Ram and Sakshi made it more beautiful,amazing chemistry and through professionals, not a single moment I felt it was vulgar, it was just pure innocent love. Ram was a real gentleman.

I loved the way he made the first move," blouse hook" scene, it was just breathtaking, the way they shot, background score, just so lovely. How can one say that it is cheap? I just do not get it.. Kudos to the director and actors,lighting people, everyone, everything was just perfect. I am glad that finally we have real love making scene on TV not the usual suggestive scenes, Its high time we grow up.

Actually i got tears of joy after watching the big c.i even felt that sakshi showed courage to perform the scene as a woman.so i salute her effort for making the scene the most memorable in Indian television history and also to ram for keeping her comfortable through out the shoot.their dedication to acting just can't be appreciated in simple words.
I live in India and don't have any problem with the kiss or romance that was telecasted on the other night.
i am totally happy that you have posted a very good thing.Thanks alot and yes Indian television has reached next level because of this Beautifully pictured and portrayed romance.its not sex or lust ,its just love between two people who were completely alone till this juncture of life and we appreciate it.
Thank you once again for the understanding and support.

well said...we all love it...hats off to rashi.

Originally posted by: Neri_L

Hello everyone,

As most of you regulars know, I am not Indian but 4^th generation South African of Indian origin. I am very much Indian at heart and have been fairly exposed internationally, which provides me with a very holistic and practical view of the world. I catch BALH on DSTV here (cable TV) and I have been an ardent fan since the beginning of the serial. My lifestyle and existence otherwise, allows for the following of one serial only and I categorically made BALH the show of choice. I chose BALH from the other hordes of serials because of its unique storyline for an Indian soapie, the almost real-life characterisation of the protagonists (no heavy make-up, jewellery and outrageous garb) as well as the time slot when I am winding down from a hectic day.

Now, to my point of discussion ' the international view on the "Big C" night in BALH:

I must admit, when I first saw the promo, I was pleasantly surprised. I thought that finally India is coming of age with the portrayal of a love story which is as close to reality than I have ever seen before. In the event of a personal union on the small screen, we were previously subjected to a nonsensical display which generally consisted of unnervingly contrived and suggested visual analogies to express the nuptial union. In my opinion, I did not find the BALH consummation promo offensive or distasteful whatsoever; I really enjoyed and appreciated the almost realistic approach to displaying a sincere moment of togetherness. The depiction in the promo was so skilfully managed that it displayed the panache and sophistication that would compare directly to its global counterparts of soapies. I know that this is going to be difficult to believe, but the lovemaking episode itself was somewhat lukewarm for me at the beginning (with Priya repeatedly avoiding Ram's attempts at kissing her on the lips), but eventually progressed into a well-paced and normal display of affections. Intimacy involves hugging, touching and kissing and is all part of physically revealing the emotional aspect of affection. What's so wrong about that, especially if it shown respectfully within the confines of marriage? I am still highly confused as to what is indeed offensive to all those complaining across social forums about the exceedingly unpleasant display of Ram and Priya's affection on their big night. It was neither explicit, nor obscene and certainly not disrespectful. I loved the style and class in which the episode and the final act of love were illustrated. It contained the grace and refinement that would leave many a director in awe at the execution of perfection. It is almost as if the people who are complaining ignored the forewarning of the promo and expected the fictitious symbolism of flora and fauna as usual. Why are they so desperately trying to avoid the stark reality that loving your significant other physically is contained in everyday existence? Why are they discrediting Ram Kapoor and Sakshi Tanwar for portraying this as realistically as possible? On the contrary, we should collectively be proud of Ekta Kapoor and all those responsible for taking Indian television to new and unchartered heights.

Here's to the BALH team from your international audience ' we appreciate your work, congratulations and compliments on a job well done.

Originally posted by: Neri_L

Hello everyone,

As most of you regulars know, I am not Indian but 4^th generation South African of Indian origin. I am very much Indian at heart and have been fairly exposed internationally, which provides me with a very holistic and practical view of the world. I catch BALH on DSTV here (cable TV) and I have been an ardent fan since the beginning of the serial. My lifestyle and existence otherwise, allows for the following of one serial only and I categorically made BALH the show of choice. I chose BALH from the other hordes of serials because of its unique storyline for an Indian soapie, the almost real-life characterisation of the protagonists (no heavy make-up, jewellery and outrageous garb) as well as the time slot when I am winding down from a hectic day.

Now, to my point of discussion ' the international view on the "Big C" night in BALH:

I must admit, when I first saw the promo, I was pleasantly surprised. I thought that finally India is coming of age with the portrayal of a love story which is as close to reality than I have ever seen before. In the event of a personal union on the small screen, we were previously subjected to a nonsensical display which generally consisted of unnervingly contrived and suggested visual analogies to express the nuptial union. In my opinion, I did not find the BALH consummation promo offensive or distasteful whatsoever; I really enjoyed and appreciated the almost realistic approach to displaying a sincere moment of togetherness. The depiction in the promo was so skilfully managed that it displayed the panache and sophistication that would compare directly to its global counterparts of soapies. I know that this is going to be difficult to believe, but the lovemaking episode itself was somewhat lukewarm for me at the beginning (with Priya repeatedly avoiding Ram's attempts at kissing her on the lips), but eventually progressed into a well-paced and normal display of affections. Intimacy involves hugging, touching and kissing and is all part of physically revealing the emotional aspect of affection. What's so wrong about that, especially if it shown respectfully within the confines of marriage? I am still highly confused as to what is indeed offensive to all those complaining across social forums about the exceedingly unpleasant display of Ram and Priya's affection on their big night. It was neither explicit, nor obscene and certainly not disrespectful. I loved the style and class in which the episode and the final act of love were illustrated. It contained the grace and refinement that would leave many a director in awe at the execution of perfection. It is almost as if the people who are complaining ignored the forewarning of the promo and expected the fictitious symbolism of flora and fauna as usual. Why are they so desperately trying to avoid the stark reality that loving your significant other physically is contained in everyday existence? Why are they discrediting Ram Kapoor and Sakshi Tanwar for portraying this as realistically as possible? On the contrary, we should collectively be proud of Ekta Kapoor and all those responsible for taking Indian television to new and unchartered heights.

Here's to the BALH team from your international audience ' we appreciate your work, congratulations and compliments on a job well done.