Originally posted by: Preeti_285
I started watching KHTV because I loved JJKN a lot and Mona Singh became a favourite of mineback then. However, this show is really DRY.. Sad. i don't understand why Mona signed this as her comeback? The role demands NOTHING of her; not at all challenging the actor in her even a fraction of the way JJKN did. I'm really let down by her, as a fan, that she chose this as her comeback vehicle after 6 YEARS! Typical story, typical episodes, typical characters, frustrating and annoying situations...
I think Mona was impressed by BALH, another Ekta serial airing on Sony, which has a fresh treatment and excellent performances even though it's script is not path-breaking. The treatment of a theme makes a vast difference to the overall effect. Had they put in as much effort into KHTV as they do into BALH, this show would have rocked.
Moreover, it's not like TV is chock-a-block with great scripts. A JJKN comes along once in a blue moon. Look at all the TRP-toppers of today--they may have other USPs, but a new story is not one of them. Most bank on either the chemistry of the lead actors (which could have been KHTV's USP had they managed to get Apu on board); or cliched situations which appeal to a certain section of the audience (which won't work here as Sony has a discerning audience) ; or mushy scenes (which, duh, would not suit Pawan at all). Playing a wife and mother of three was a new role for Mona. Her performance is natural and engaging. Even Mouli is doing a great job. The only problem is Pawan. Had they taken a more competent lead actor, perhaps the EMA track would not have been brought in so soon and the couple's bittersweet moments could have been highlighted.
That said, I don't think the show is as bad as some are feeling. I find it fast-paced and gripping. The real issue is the bloopers and the telecast delays.
Shiv Shakti
