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Feedback time, peeps.
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I have to concede that the ME surprised me. I wasn't fond of the ending, but since there is a promo out in which Jahnvi explains to Raghav that she cannot marry him, I'll let it slide.
>> Pros:
1) The Curious Case of How V Got Shot [solved]
Well, nice to see how V got shot. He stepped out of the car and there was a struggle. This piece of logic was much needed -- I am grateful. Thank you, writers.
2) Raghav calling Gayatri "maa" and Gayatri calling Raghav "beta"
Just absolutely wonderful development between Gayatri and her son. First of all, I need to point out how much I adore the actress who portrays Gayatri and her chemistry with HC. I swear. It's mindblowing. Like with KriGhav, I could watch an entire episode with just these two interacting -- that's how intriguing they are to me.
Gayatri's voice modulation when she spoke to Raghav, telling him "stop it now, beta" was amazing. Raghav's expression when he saw the vulnerability in her eyes was priceless. It was a total give-and-take scene between the actors, and a beautiful moment with tragical tinges to it between the characters. So much was communicated between them just then. I don't think anyone managed to capture it, because it was a private, silent conversation.
Loved the concern in Raghav's eyes, the frustration leaking through his expression, and I especially loved how she touched his shoulder and he obeyed her.
I'm hyperventilating from excitement because I can never relax when I watch their scenes. I'm always bouncing in my seat from giddiness. I'm weird. I know.
3) Private moment b/w mother-son [no lurking Jahnvi -- rejoice!] and The Hug
Thank the writers for small miracles. No Jahnvi listening in on their private conversation -- for once. Can't tell you how happy I am.
This moment between mother and son just blew my mind. From when Gayatri placed her hand on his head to the moment she hugged him tight -- it was frigging beautiful. I'm just in love with the relationship between mother-son. He held her like he was afraid that she might suddenly push him away and shatter his heart, and she hugged him like she would never let him go again, like a mother would cup her child's head. Just loved it.
The most beautiful mother-son hug ever on TV for me.
Gayatri's dialogues were so powerful. The way that she said "he opened my eyes" and "I don't want to let you out of my sight ever again" and "come back home". God. No wonder Raghav was speechless and emotional. Who would've thought?
4) V pulls an Edward Cullen on Jahnvi
Man, this was the creepiest scene ever [next to the dupatta scene]. KVB was incredible. I felt like spiders were tap-dancing on my skin or something. The way that he sniffed at her hair like it was some kind of drug, almost crawling on top of her [reminded me of Gollum], it was seriously twisted, but it's a pro because V was in character tonight. Solo.
Can't believe Jahnvi didn't wake up. I mean, if some dude was eye-assaulting me in the middle of the night, I think I'd wake up. Plus he was talking out loud O.o
Maybe I should stop searching for logic in this show. Might make me less frustrated.
5) Raghav's poor attempt at flirting with Jahnvi in the kitchen
He can't flirt. He's a total failure at it and I love it ☺️
We saw another side of Raghav tonight -- the more easygoing, prankster side of him that put a big smile on my face. It was nice to see him happy. Enjoy it as long as it lasts.
For a minute, I actually thought she'd hit him with the vase. Heh.
Raghav said something very interesting to her that has crossed my mind several times as well. Jahnvi is so used to being scared that it has become a habit to fear.
6) Everybody pisses V off
LMAO. First Komal with her "aisa lagta hai kismat ne milaya inko" about RaghaVi followed by Raghav returning home followed by Komal announcing [happily] that Raghav's room is next to Jahnvi's. Loved V's "yeh saala Raghav" wali expression. Felt nice to watch V walk away -- infuriated.
7) Raghav-Komal sweet connection
There is some kind of sweet bond between them. I love their interaction and sister-in-law and devar. She's more like an older sister to him, smacking his cheek lovingly and being reined in for a hug. Beautiful. Hope to see more of these two.
I still feel like they're hiding something and that kind of connects them too.
8) V and check-mate
I actually liked this scene between Gayatri and V. For one thing, I found it peculiar that he and Gayatri had chess in common too. But I just really liked the way he said "check-mate" and walked away, leaving Gayatri with a thoughtful expression on her face.
There was something frightening about the scene. Was it symbolic somehow?
Is he going to bring her down?
9) RaSiKri in Raghav's bedroom and The Trip/Catch/Shove
Krish was back. YAY *does the conga*
Loved how Raghav picked him up and moved aside as the punching bag flew backward. Heh. Cute. Plus I missed the private communication between these two -- the winking at each other, shaking their heads, Raghav understanding what Krish was trying to say, all while Jahnvi looked on confused.
The blindfold scene was to remind us that Jahnvi has overcome some of her fears. I still won't stop complaining about her character development though. Mwhaha [insert evil doc laughing emoticon here].
The Trip and Catch was cute -- expected and yet not [because the last time Raghav didn't catch her in his arms] -- and I loved how he got to stare at her to his heart's content while she had the blindfold on. LMAO. First love makes a fool out of this guy. But a cute one.
My favorite part was when Taashu caught Raghav red-handed [metaphorically speaking], and he practically shoved Jahnvi away from him, LMAO. Poor girl was confused.
10) The Sissy Girl, Shekhawat, and V [Magnificent Trio]
First of all, even though I'm not a big fan of a new supervillain entering the frame, I kind of liked Shekhawat. The way that he spoke to V reminded me of Raghav. Heh. My absolute favorite part was when V said "stop crying like a sissy girl, Unniyal!" I cracked up. It was a genius line and KVB said it in a way that made me ROFLMAO.
I'm not sure V realizes what kind of Big Boys he's playing with now. He might wanna be a bit careful.
11) Raghav-Sundar bickering and Raghav's Choke Me gesture
When Raghav did that Choke Me gesture with his tie, I seriously cracked up. Hilarious.
I've really missed Raghav-Sundar like this. Loved how Sundar suggested shopping, how Raghav said he hated shopping -- and then later when Jahnvi came in and asked if he'd any beige pants, he was like "no, but I can buy some!" I was like, "dude, you just said you hated shopping!"
I swear. If she told him to get the moon for her, he'd probably try.
The whole scene was sweet and funny. The way that she chose his clothes and tried to help him out. The way Sundar kept snickering in the background. And even Jahnvi had a hard time keeping from laughing. Best part was when Gayatri stopped by 😆
12) Mama's Boy
OHMIGOD. I cracked up when Raghav came down in jeans, white shirt with a funny blue sticker, and the jacket. Oh, dear. What a sweet guy. He was trying to impress his mother, please her, make her happy, and he looked like a kid trying to match his own clothes.
I loved it.
Best part was when Gayatri told him that she appreciated his efforts. That's a nice way of saying "honey, you look like a homeless, but I love you for trying". I love these two.
13) List of Fears and training -- um, we'll be waiting, CVs!
They better not forget that Raghav needs to train her in getting rid of her fears. Somehow I had a mental vision of him teaching her to punch/self-defense, and then that was quickly replaced by snapshots from A Walk To Remember when Landon helped Jamie complete her list of things to do before she died of leukemia.
14) Bit more flow tonight
Yes, they tried their best to edit right and for that I'm grateful. Things were still a bit rushed and funnily put together sometimes, but nothing major like the past couple of episodes.
>> Cons:
1) Shekhawat?
This is a half-con, because I can't figure out how I feel about this new character. I feel like we already have V and Unniyal on the evil side -- why put in a supervillain?
Plus so many characters need development yet...
Anyhow, I feel like the writers have a greater purpose with Shekhawat in the mix. I'll wait and see how it unfolds before I complain.
2) Gayatri making V the CEO of her company
Bad decision, and for someone as smart as Gayatri -- illogical decision. I feel like it would have been in character for Raghav to have stepped in here and offered to take the spot -- anything to avoid V getting further involved with his family.
Didn't make sense that he let it slide. Even if V did "save" his mother's life. Deep down, he knows what kind of man V is.
3) Jahnvi and her "why should I come between Gayatri and her happiness?"
*shoots myself* <-- I hope this is self-explanatory.
4) The engagement
I'm letting it slide because the new promo says that she tells Raghav no. But it still makes no sense to me that V would propose even the idea of their marriage. I mean, WTH? It's a bit out of character for me.
Plus, him putting Jahnvi's hand in Raghav's was something that he would never do. Not even in an act.
