Once again a superb post Aarti...This post is all the more dear to my heart as you very well know Iam a great fan of the character Ashu...I just love him...and all the instances you have highlighted just proves what an unique and different person he was and how much he loved Nidhi...In fact Ashni's love for each other itself is unique and that is what has made KTLK unforgettable even today – after 3 months of the show ending – we still enjoy Ashni moments...
1. After he confessed to Armaan, he decided not to pursue Nidhi as he feared association with him would spoil her reputation and future. Even her dismissal was in part for this reason and partially done to save face in front of Mallika. In the process he jeopardized Nidhi's career...
Ashu's dilemma was heart breaking...It was the first time he had ever faced such a situation...he was not even sure if he loved this young intern who had entered his life like a storm ...and created havoc in his mind and heart...He was ashamed to have fallen for a girl half his age and was scared of what "log kahenge"...
2. After Nidhi's dismissal at a medical conference Ashu forgoes his prepared speech and instead praises the work of a particular intern (Nidhi) with his child patients. And Nidhi witnesses this...
All preparations Ashu must have made for the conference just evaporated as only Nidhi was in his mind and heart...He just wanted to talk about her...not caring that this was a serious medical conference...A surprise gesture from Ashu...but which left Nidhi all the more confused about this man who had hurt her...but whom she was madly in love with
3. When he realized that Nidhi was the owner of BB's house, he willingly let go of his anger and hatred towards 'that girl' by doing 'Ateet Visarjan' and decides to continue their relationship...It was only a momentary anger that he felt against Nidhi...her love overpowered him very soon and he immersed all the hatred and came back to her...
4. He goes out of the way and against his skeptical philosophy to celebrate their first VDay and even gets Nidhi a gift. On the next VDay after their wedding he buys her a ring and proposes to her after setting up a surprise candle light date for her...
Loved Ashu's gesture...For the first time he was treading into an area which he all the while thought was silly and childish...but nevertheless realised its worth when he took her out...he even did not question her when she said that she wanted to celebrate at the Saluba ki biradari ...he only wanted to make her happy...and the gift was a big surprise for Nidhi...
6. In Kerala he goes to CV to ask for Nidhi's hand to keep his promise. And declared in front of all that he loved Nidhi and even challenged them by claiming that her happiness lay with him...
7. He let her go in Kerala with no hard feelings, recriminations, anger or accusations, just an acceptance of his fate and Nidhi's decision, but he continued to love her and wait for her...
The kerala track was one of THE BEST tracks of the show...even though it was a sad track – but it showed the deep bond between Ashni...Ashu's only thought was why should Nidhi be facing all this alone...He wanted to be with her and fight for their right to be together...but Nidhi could not break the ties with her family..He accepted her decision of breaking up ...but clearly told her that he wasnt going to say goodbye...
9. He refuses Mallika's marriage proposal, even if it meant going back on his word to her. He firmly states that if he married her he would not stay true to himself, his values,love and friendship...
A strong decision taken by him...Mallika wanted to take advantage of his weakness for the house ...but was shocked when Ashu bluntly refused her...Nothing in the world could make him leave Nidhi...
10. He is shaken when he learns that Nidhi was leaving the country. But at the very last minute he dashes to the airport to make one last effort to stop her. This is one of the most daring and grand actions on his part for the sake of the girl he loves...
The desperation in his eyes as he was watching her go – the scene is still so vivid in my mind. I watch this episode whenever I get the chance...He was least bothered by the hate looks given to him by DB or that Col Verma was present there...he only wanted Nidhi to stay...
15. When Nidhi ably assists him during CM's operation he praises her in the media and calls her a role model for all women...
There has never been a hesitation in Ashu to praise Nidhi and give credit for what is due...His public acknowledgement of Nidhi was mind blowing and I fell all the more in love with him for that...
17. When he realizes Nidhi's efforts for the FS he wishes her all the success even if that meant he would fail. And he stands up for her in front of Dr. Dubey...
His comment on Oil out of sand was a snub in the face of Dubey...Ashu would have never snubbed a professor whom he respects ...but Nidhi's efforts could not be turned into a matter of joke by any one ...Der se hi sahi ...par Ashu ne dhamaka jawaab diya Dubey ko...and then in front of the entire audience he acknowledged Nidhi's contribution for the FS...also saying that she has helped him lose 10 years of his age...Wonderful Ashni aankho ki bhasha amidst all the applause for the FS...
18. When a curious Daksh wanted to know who Nidhi's husband was, a confident Ashu proudly proclaimed that it was him. Earlier a furious Ashu showed his possessiveness and love for Nidhi when he blasted Amar for interfering...
Yes – Ashu proudly announced to him that he was the lucky one...the glance which he gave Daksh while leaving also said a lot of things...
Missing Ashni so much and each of your posts are only helping us relive the old memories...Thanks a lot...
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2
