I think it is time for a test - Page 5

Originally posted by: Malvika07

THANK YOU for making this post!!

I NEEDED to make it for my own peace of mind.

This was exactly what came to my mind after yesterday's episode.. Ishwari didn't irritate me that much yesterday, I'm getting used to her behaviour now.. in fact, yesterday she was much more open to receiving the news, she didn't put up a cold front which she keeps doing freequently this days.. which is why, it was all the more frustrating to see Dev chickening out.

Yes, it is sad that we have stopped empathizing with her because her character which was possessive earlier as well but so credible and likable has suddenly turned into a star plus MIL sans the make up/ghoonghat/jewellery. If we do not empathize with her, how will we relate to the ML separating himself for FL for her??

The central conflict of the show is out in the open, but I didn't expect to find myself so unsympathetic towards Dev and Ishwari both.

Exactly. We were prepared for the show's premise but with the characters they gave us in the first 90 odd episodes.

The problem I've had with Dev right from the very first promo is his lack of ability to stand up for his love. His behaviour right now is a lot like guys we know, who promise you the stars and the moon but when it comes to acting on it, they chicken out. Raising the kushal roy point was bang on!! Kushal was supposed to be blatantly wrong for Sonakshi, it's a really bad sign that we find ourselves sympathising with that character

I really want Dev to realize Sonakshi's importance in his life, he needs to yearn for her,fight for her. And for that he needs to see beyond his mother for one minute without feeling so incredibly guilty. Like someone mentioned before, he can't see nirasha in his mother's eyes.. so every time there's a conflict in the house, he's gonna ask Sonakshi to shut up. Dev is the most lovable character when he's delivering romantic lines, it that's mostly Shaheer's charm. My lack of connect with Dev's character is ringing alarm bells in my head and making me wonder if I'll be rooting for this couple in the long run!

Absolutely! We want a conflicted but manly hero! The makers need to be careful about their depiction. It is at the end of the day primarily a love story and they have to show us the ups and downs while maintaining the dignity of all the characters. They may want a realistic touch but not one that puts off viewers looking for entertainment that does not upset them

I wanted Sonakshi to be upfront with Dev and tell him that she needs to tell her parents too. Dev is anyways least bothered about her family, at least Sonakshi needs to think about them instead of joining dev in worshipping Ishwari. We all know what Dev will do if ishwari refuses for their alliance,but I wonder if Sonakshi tells him that her parents aren't ready for their union and therefore they need to break up what would dev's reaction be? Possibly ' You can't do this to me'.

Right now, I just have one advice for Sonakshi.. run, girl!!

Originally posted by: pkbdas61

I think more than Kushal Roy, Neil Lakhotia will give Dev a run for his money. he is rich, very caring and also loves Sona.. She deserves a real chivalrous prince and not a pussy prince.

Agree!! Where is the Dev who was so chivalrous with her when mami insulted her in the dumb charades episode? The Dev who pointed out even to his mom that she treated Sona unfairly, who waited 5 hours to apologize and get her back? Who had a firm talk with mami about how she should be treated post her return to work?

More than Ishwari, i am livid with Dev. I speak as a man. I just cannot connect with his behaviour, no matter how close he is with his mom (Shaheer had a very difficult part to play yesterday and he did it brilliantly.. his lips too were literally quivering!), i cannot digest the fact that he is unable to talk to his mom. if he cannot do it now, will he do it after marriage? Can he talk about everything, except his own needs?

I think, if this continues, Dev should make the promise of marrying the girl the Ishwari wants, and move on in life. Sona too can move on and so can the audience. We have seen kuch rang pyar ke and it was a blessing.. However, something tells me that the makers may toe this line. they will make Dev actually promise to Ishwari ( due to one of the intial promos where Sona tells him - jab kissa khatam hone wala hai...) .They may then show how Sona will try to win Ishwari's heart. I hope this is not the line that they take. It will be too cliched.. it will then become a Saas-Bahu serial.

Originally posted by: VIMAL.M

RS have written DABH for some time.I think he brought that idea.

I want to ask Sona.Sona darling you also have your own mom.What about her.Why think of ur new mom so much.Who will think about ur old mom.

Originally posted by: bookworm123

I am so glad I made this post because all the responses are improving my mood.

When I read the update and later saw the episode I felt quite upset. It is just a show but because it is somewhat realistic it does resonate with experiences in our lives. I had a very close friend who grew up with me. The guy had to back out because he would not oppose his mom even though he was crazy about my friend, my friend too could not fault his logic. However the mistake he made was to involve her so much emotionally. All of us close friends felt so bad for her and had to work so hard to collectively help her recover. So, anytime on the show, I get the sense that Sona will be devastated I feel very upset. I hope the makers focus on his pain this time since we have had Sona crying (very very well) in the run up to epi 76

No matter how complicated their relationship, quite frustrating to see Ish engage in chula drama instead of making attempts to get Dev to come clean...She was so frank in case of Natasha - "I may not be as imp for you" and Dev promptly assured her she would always reign

How can Dev say to her so casually - let us not tell anyone?. How can they disrespect her family like this? He just wants her to sneak around in his house and come to his room whenever he gets a moment's respite from work and ma? Sona also was quite annoying with her "ma" talks. She does not want up upset his ma, what about her family, dignity and feelings??

Originally posted by: bookworm123

Completely fail to understand why they have made Sona such a doormat of late. Where is her life, family, career etc.? I feel for Sona because it appears that if they break up, she has nothing else. They need to maker her end of the story look richer...They also seem to have forgotten that from the begining Dev was very respectful of her family and very fond of them. Calling them mam/sir, gallantly offering to drop Elena home when they first met etc. What happened to that Dev??

Originally posted by: fanktlk

I saw this missing even during the Puja.. Elina was on her way out.. I though they would show some acknowledgement between Dev or Elina.. or that he will volunteer the driver to drop her... or just say hi or bye as she leaves.. otherwise there was no need for Elina to be there other than Vicky.. They have certainly forgotten that Dev.

Originally posted by: WeRockTheWorld

Ladiess I am so disappointed the way Sonakshi's Character has been diluted to zero self respect . Its so painful and absolutely humiliating to see such a strong character is thrown to the drain just to make her look like a typical Indian DIL for TRP.

She needs to get a life!! He doesnt deserve her at all. He is taking her for granted and she is being treated like a doormat ( Hate to use that term for anybody ...but situation calls for it😡 ) This is so unfair.

She has no regard for her mother ...not bothered abt her family. I mean when Dev is not bothered to tell his family why should she force him to do so. Isnt it evident that he is not sure of her . If he was sure of her then he will be confident of convincing his mom. He did that when he broke engagement with Natasha. Infact he didnt tell any one or take anyones permission...so this clearly shows he is not sure of this relationship at all. And Sonakshi understands this ...why cling on to someone , when they are not sure if they want you in their life or not. She needs to pull away...and give space.

Really pathetic!! Sorry if I hurt all the Dev fans , but I dont think he is being fair with her.