Originally posted by: LKashish
This is one of the first episode since Agastya’s death that I’d be down to watch multiple times. I couldn’t help myself but to smile during the little holi chase sequence.
Surya is making me pighlao a bit with the assertive and consistent way he talks about his commitment to Imlie. It felt so nice to see Imlie be in a happy and playful mood, she looked super adorable when she managed to put colours on her husband first. Their height difference is honestly so perfectly cute, it was well illustrated in that scene.
Both Adrija and Sai were wonderful in today’s episode, dil jeet liya dono ne! I felt proper newlywed wali vibes from Surya and Imlie. We got a good balance of scenes between them as well.
Rang Barse brought me back to the old days a bit, definetely missing Agastya’s Chacha and the way he lit up the room with his musical performance. But this was still pretty good considering how grumpy Surya’s Chacha looks. I like how they’re building up the side track where Imlie helps Chachi gain her freedom of expression.
As for Anjali and Surya’s scene, it really felt so unserious with her calling him “Sunny Boy” in between tears. Remember the heartbreak, the betrayal and the tadap Imlie felt when she thought Agastya actually married Binni? This pales so much in comparison. Sai as Surya was giving so much with his eyes, I just felt like it wasn’t being matched by Anjali’s performance.
I will say that’s I’m glad that Surya is staying strong on his stance, he didn’t even rush over to pick up or help Anjali when she fainted. He let her hug him for a bit too long but Imlie had to see it for the story to move forward. She definetely felt a bit shocked with the sight that fell upon her. Something about the way she faltered in her steps and had to almost brace herself against the counter, Adrija always nails these little subtleties.
The Reddy’s really are in a rush to get out of festive attire, the Chaudhary’s would spend hours in the same outfit dealing with all the drama after the event. Surya still had colour in his beard though lol. I’m glad Tayyi sent them out together to give mitaai to the relatives, so many parallels with Agastya and Imlie’s early wedding days.
The sequence in the car really gave domestic vibes. Imlie went straight to the point, I love that she didn’t give into the banter and instead kept asking questions. Surya was obviously trying to evade the interrogation by turning on the radio but Imlie wouldn’t let go, I was surprised she held on to his hand for so long.
The car going out of control brought me back to Agastya’s death for a second. But Surya’s little reflex to shield Imlie was nice, she reacted more coldly than when Vishwa did it in the past though. I like this stubborn Imlie who won’t hesitate to storm out if the other person isn’t being cooperative. I’m also glad she didn’t believe the first thing he said about girls beings toys to him, she’s persisting for the truth which is a good thing. Knowing about Surya’s sacrifice will help her understand and hopefully soften towards him in the future.
Overall, a really enjoyable episode, well paced and all. Looking forward to the next one, I really hope they keep this energy. Aage ki kahani jaane Radharani!