I didn't want to make this post because obviously I can't change people's thinking and I wanted to enjoy the weekend without getting into forum debates. But the forum's reaction got me thinking.
Please read this post before jumping to conclusions and just think about what's really happening.
We are losing our sleep over some uncertain news and things we have no control over. Despite Barun assuring he won't leave, numerous sources from SP saying he won't leave, we are losing our sleep. I strongly doubt Barun would have lied if he was certain he would be quitting because he can't be stupid enough to not know the consequences of lying. Even if he decides to leave in a few months for any reason, does he really deserve all the hate? Don't forget that he's the same guy who entertained us for 15 months. Doesn't he deserve some respect?
All the people who are worried about his career, at the end of the day, it's his life and we have no control over it. His BW career is uncertain and things may not work out for him. If you think about it, there is no certainty in TV career either. Sometimes even the most popular TV stars fade out even if they don't quit TV. So whether one decides to work on TV or films, they are entering an uncertain realm. If he is unprofessional (which I believe he is not), only he will suffer for it.
As fans, the least we can do is wishing him all the best instead of going on a criticism spree. If he makes wrong choices, only he will suffer the consequences and I am sure he knows that. Everyone and everything else will move on. It won't affect Sanaya, Abhaas, Daljeet or any of his co-actors. Four Lions won't go out of business, neither will SP stop running. Those who worry about the crew and other staffs involved. They worked before IPKKND and they continue to work after IPKKND.
Why am I saying this? Because every show comes with an expiry date. If IPKKND doesn't end today, it will end tomorrow. It has to end someday and whenever it does, it will be hard for us to deal with it. But after 3-4 years we will only remember the good things. I doubt any of us will ever watch the whole show again. When we do, will only watch the memorable moments and won't remember the things we fought and argued over.
I came across a couple of posts where people are solely blaming Barun for the current condition of IPK. I won't deny that his leave for movie had an effect. But what about the OTT comedy track, dragfest during IPL DKS track and the redemption track which never happened although many people wanted it? Is everything his fault?
I am thankful to PH for giving us IPKKND and Arhi but at the same time I can't deny this it has mismanagement issues and has no PR. Whether Barun is negotiating or not, if was meant to be behind closed doors, then they should have been careful not to disclose it to anyone. Do we even know why Barun is negotiating and what for? Even if that controversial reporter was right, how can we believe that her intentions were right? She went on a bashing spree a couple of days ago in our forum, where she bashed not just Barun but Sanaya too.
They should be careful not to wash their dirty linen in public and if it's for publicity by SP, PH or Barun (which some believe could be possible), then all publicity are not good publicity because it's only creating more trouble and we could do without it.
IPKKND had many ups and downs and now it has reached its plateau. Arhi are happily married, Khushi is respected by everyone, past is cleared and Shyam is getting punished. Whatever we get from now on is our bonus. It depends on us on how we want the remaining days to be.
Somebody from SP said a couple of days ago that when something becomes number 1, people want to bring it down and that there are all kinds of media. Whether this is a publicity stunt or a ploy to bring IPKKND or Barun down; it only divided the fans.
Why only Barun? After he took a leave for his movie shoot, he became our weak spot.
Just think about it? Who are the losers here? IPKKND and its fans. The show reached trp 3 this week and Shyam's exposure is an important track. But fans are busy fighting over uncertain news. Instead of pulling out our hair over things we can't control, maybe we should focus on things we can do. Enjoy the show, vote for Sarun and IPKKND in the awards they are nominated, watch the show and contribute in its success in whichever way we can.
Having said that, we certainly don't deserve this misery. I hope PH, SP and Barun make things clear soon and put an end to all of this. Fans don't deserve anxiety throughout the weekend when we should be enjoying ourselves and wondering what will happen in the show next week.
Even if the show ends in two months, four months or six months, do we want it lose its glory? Whether you watch it for Barun, Sanaya, Arhi or you simply fell in love with IPKKND, everyone and everything associated with it is special in some way. Even if Barun quits in future, don't forget that he was ASR for over a year and a half and he deserves some appreciation for that.
I am not saying this to preach anyone. I thought a lot about this in the last few days, it helped me put things into perspective so I am sharing it with you all. It's up to you whether you want to take this seriously or not.
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