I miss the old Bani too. But I guess with the change in story, we have to accept the change in character as well. At least, she's stronger than she used to be. She won't be manipulated by the likes of Pia anymore.
i also think we'll have to accept it, as ofr now i guess! but i agree that she wont be manipulated by pia! but isnt she being manipulated by AD right now???