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My God, this was a class episode! All isn't lost. The shreds of glory remain but the difference is, the lesser of Bajirao, the merrier we are. :(
Anyways, another bang on scene of Radhabai-Kashi.
The two daughter in laws are trembling and are sceptical about Peshwa Saheb but our Peshwinbai remains unaffected. Alas, that stone hearted ness I cannot bear with!
She's still struggling for her family to have a high place in the minds of nobles. Our simple Radhabai is now burdened with the responsibilities of Peshwinbai and hence we don't see that bright glimpse of her, where she's only Radha, a small lady of a village. That innocence, merriment, simplicity is GONE.
And hence, she explains :
"Bhediye hamesha Sher ko neecha dikhaane ki taak mein hote hain aur unhe batana padta hain ki... Sher kabhi kamzor nahi hota. Peshwa saheb sher hain, vijayta hain"
And then, this happens. Kashibai is marvelled at her thought process - so firm and gripping. She says - "Hum aapke sthaan par hote..."
But she cuts her and says : "Hum kabhi nahi chahenge ki koi naari, Jo apne pati se itna prem kare, humaari sthiti mein ho. Aur Kashibai, aap toh bilkul bhi nahi."
DRAT. God alone knows that The forbidden things will take place & history will undoubtedly repeat itself. No wonders these ladies will be inseparable hence.
The jewellery scene was important & symbolic.
Radhabai says - "Humein Bundelkhand ka heera pasand nahi."
Of course, she hates Mastani. Note here, she won't hate her in person. She will just hate her position in Rao's life. And also a personal grudge cause she knows people like her are the prime reason of disappointment for wives. :'(
But the jeweler said - "Yeh heera aapke naseeb mein hain"
But but, I've a different take here.
The way Kashi portrayed Shringaar as unimportant and worthless, its this same Shringaar (external beauty) that'll take away her Rao from her. Almost like those motis are here to take revenge for their insult.
And its true in real life too. External makeups/jewellery certainly beautify us but are a false facade and nothing but a misguidance. Its the inner beauty and strength that gives depth to character and soul. Alas, the facade wins here as outer glamour wins over inner gorgeousness. Kashibai couldn't have thought in her wildest of dreams that this very jewellery, which she thought to be of no value, will be the cause of her misery.
Shakespeare once quoted that women who use makeup are very shallow. A beauty borrowed from someone is a bad omen and results in death and misfortune, as its prevalent here.
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The darbar scene needs a special applause as Chimaji shines brightly and in all glory!
A man so cunning, a man yet so honourable! Chimaji has it in him to give it back in style!
"Aap jaise subh chintak hi Peshwa Saheb ke aage badhne ki urjaa hain"
How sass is that!? Hats off *swag unlimited*
Darn, his one smile sets me drooling. Who said only Baji is hatthi? He's equally ziddi to get his share, albeit with Grace.
"Sada vijayi bhavah" - he wanted it and got it and how?😆
The king of Shastras and the master of Raajneeti! No one defeats him in the battleground or courtroom. Great to go!
Hail to Shrimaan Saheb. I wonder how he got hitched to Rakhma - so playful and childish. Bhagwaan ki leela aprampaar!
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Signing off,
Mahi.
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