How often do we witness a sensible one on one conversation on Indian television?
Rarely.
That too, when the male lead breaks up with one of his flings?
Never.
When was the last time we saw a male lead getting dumped (without the whole thing appearing comical, offensive or not up to our sensibilities in any way?)
I don't know. Do you?
Despite all the mindless stuff we endure for the sake of Arhi, certain scenes (excluding Arhi scenes) actually stand out and keep us hooked to this show. The sibling bondings, father-daughter convos, cute little family moments make us appreciate the show as a whole.
The questionable aspect of this show was Arnav-Lavanya relationship. In simple words, it never made much sense. We never saw what made them a couple in the first place. Arnav was ice-cold and uncaring and Lavanya was a doormat. It made us question the integrity of Lavanya's character.
Lavanya's friendship with Khushi helped redeem her character to a certain level but we still questioned her dignity.
We all waited for the moment when La would grow a backbone and demand an explanation from ASR.
Our wait finally became over and I must say it was worth watching.
So what are the things that made it worth watching?
1. Lavanya questioning if now Arnav sees her as a wife.
2. Arnav making himself clear that he is tired of repeating the same thing he expects Lavanya to remember that and that he fails to understand a changed Lavanya.
3. Arnav making it clear that he never made any false promises
4. Lavanya explaining that she now wants to get married.
5. Lavanya questioning whether ASR truly loves her and cares about her.
6. Arnav making himself clear that he cannot offer anything more and it's up to her to decide whether she still wants to continue this,
7. Lavanya walking out with grace.
8. ASR ' s tumhaari marzi
It truly seemed like a couple's conversation. An actual break up. Something we witnessed for the first time.
The best part was when Lavanya says "ASR please chillao matt. I don't want the whole family to hear this. Lavanya truly became a part of the family.
Lavanya and Khushi bonding was a treat'. Lavanya trying to stop ASR saying anything to Khushi and not blaming Khushi for the break up. It was nice to see that her character was never negative, she was always just human and a good friend.