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Ok. I am lost for words. This is going to be word vomit in all probability but what the hell, right! This post is the most comprehensive, unbiased, reasonable take on IPK-Ek Jashn that I have come across.
Firstly, those pictures. Damn. I can see the story flash in my head when I look at them. And, it is finally really settling in that that story is drawing to a close. This is bittersweet. I am glad that it is ending because with that, there will no more meddling with the classic. But it is ending. Even though, perhaps, I'll always feel that in a Sapnon ki Duniya somewhere, Arnav & Khushi are still living it up, in their own way-bickering, loving, laughing & then some. What a show this has been. I think, a lot of people would agree that the show, as a story wasn't that different but there was some inexplicable magic that transcended all borders of age, geographical barriers, educational backgrounds, language. Something clicks. And, it just connects. IPK wasn't a show. It really is an experience. Sigh!
And, your post. Perfect. This is word bliss. I swear. If I didn't have truckloads to do, I'd be reading this again & then, again. You summed it all up. The writing, the direction, the acting, the issues with sequels. Everything. Everything. And, THANK YOU for pointing out that Utkarsha Naik struggled because I thought I was the only one who noticed her difficulty. I love her. She is terrific, but they all had the burden of 3yrs gap. Even the writers. Damn. I have been going on & on about bad writing but you might have actually made me get over it. It happens.
And, that last bit about the show, I hadn't thought it possible, but I had Goosebumps reading it because this show is so dear to me, not for any other reason but the simple fact that it was wholesome entertainment in the most positive manner for the most part, untouched by the usual tv drama negativity. Brilliant show & brilliant tribute.
I will look forward to your take on the last episode. I have a feeling, I'll cry reading it because your post moved me, it did. It reminded me of why I am here for a show which ended 3yrs ago. It isn't a bad hangover. There was something there, that inexplicable thing that holds me captive even today.
So, yes. I have fingers & toes crossed for a new show with the cast because they are brilliant & be it on screen or off screen, oh the feels...
But that is for later. Come Tuesday, it is a final goodbye to IPKKND. A show that did redefine Indian tv & the power of a vocal fandom in its own way.
IPK probably will always remain in some small way a part of most fans' lives, I think. Because Hamesha was a self fulfilling prophecy in some ways. The universe heard & whispered a yes, when the word was uttered in IPK, maybe.
Wonderful post. It has been days since anything inspired me to write so much. Brilliant!
