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It's not the same Skanda story I've read in MBh (extremely different, in fact), but regardless, thoroughly, thoroughly enjoyed the episode.
Having been treated to performances by highly accomplished dancers, I can't claim the dance was perfection, but they both did much better than expected.
Kaamdev/Bhandasur looked so darned cute Except for the neck thingie that seems to be a Swastik trademark, he acted well, too. There was even an angsty eye-lock with Rati☺️
I was caught by surprise by warrior Brahma. Also, the makers need to remember Saraswati, apart from being Goddess of Knowledge, was also Goddess of War. She should be slightly more assertive.
The best part for me was when Tarakasur commented on Mahakaali's bhashan!😆 I wonder if they shot the scene after we started commenting. It was a little befuddling to have a TV show maker not know the "show, don't tell" rule, but I'm hoping they're going to "show" the feminism from now on, instead of lecturing about it.
And I like the fact that there was no dithering when Parvati morphed to Mahakali. A woman might hesitate for a spouse, but a mother wouldn't.
The pace was good, too.
I'm settling into the show, hoping it goes on for a few months.
PS. Am I the only one, or did others hear "Pratishodh ki yeh agni hain" in the background a couple of times? Once when Lakshmi threw that fireball at Tarakasur, and once in a prior episode (Sati, I think).
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2
