Originally posted by: Anusha16
When I first saw the title card on Hulu... my thought was

But then the CVs made up for the rest of the episode besides the horrible first couple of scenes.
Chotton is the torch bearer for Ani today. He lies and shouts at Jhanak that Ani's image will be spoiled if she doesn't attend. So Basus are forced to send Jhanak off...
Two things to say about the scene...
One Bipasha said "Kakimaa I can't tolerate this Jhanak for one more min...", My reaction was "B*****, I can't tolerate you for one more second. So kindly Eff you will ya?".
Second this arse Mimi is giving tips to Jhanak as if she has done it all... the look on her face when Appu said Jhanak looks good without makeup..... Yeah, you wish!!! Now eff off! Myself kindly is allergic to BS you spew. Hypocrite, you want to be as good as Jhanak.
Tanuja and Tammi... 
On the other side, we have Arshi and Shristi, who is spoon-feeding her baby daughter on how to humiliate Jhanak. Don't want to expand on that. It's straight to cancel land for me. But there are other things about the scene that I would like to discuss.
Shristi's mention of people not keeping promises seems to hint at a turbulent romantic past. She once again proves why she has been so successful in life: her astute observations of people and situations. I liked how she challenged Arshi and told her Ani would be there and would avoid them as she already suspects Ani. He is just acting like he hates Jhanak and puts forth a golden point to her daughter- It doesn't matter if Jhanak is married and goes away or not. If Ani has her in his heart, he won't let her go. She understands Ani the most besides Jhanak and it shines through in scenes like these. Arshi says she will cut ties with Ani if that happens, but Shrishti again shows her intelligence and observation powers by stumping her with the question- Will she really be able to?
As Goddy ji said... It's Ani vs Shrishti now. Let the games begin...
Arshi is just obsessed with Ani as a trophy and Jhanak as a rival. Her distaste and hatred for Jhanak was quite evident today from her words to the point she was willing to cut ties with her lover. But in reality, both are equally important obsessions to her and if she can't have Ani, she probably will make sure Jhanak never will. I think this is discussed enough on the forum by this point. So not going to elaborate more.
Arshi's one concern is valid tho- Jhanak's marriage has been canceled multiple times apparently? I'm like ok sure, but it's gonna happen anyway. I am sure your lover cum legal Jeth will make sure it gets canceled. 
The rest of the episode was nice.
Here we all are asking for Jhanak's monologue, but CVs are bhar bharke giving Ani's monolgues. I'll take that I guess. It is better than watching Basus spew BS in any case.
This guy's singular purpose in life is to make Jhanak successful (whether it's a selfish obsession or righteous duty is another thing). Finally, we get verbal acknowledgment as Ani is traveling at jet speed to the event: that he acted out everything till now and doesn't care if Jhanak doesn't understand it. Boi, Jhanak is not a bacchi, she understands very well and you know that she does. Who are you fooling?
They gave some nice dialogues for him- One day Jhanak will make this city her own home (Sure, you are gonna marry her anyways), and reign over it and he is so happy to see her struggles bear fruit today and hopes her life changes. The FB of all the dance scenes of Jhanak was well done as he was thinking things. He hopes Jhanak becomes independent before she gets married to the guy who her aunt fixes for her.
My boi, are you sure? You flip stances within a day. You get pissed and fight with Jhanak for obsessing over her marriage and expressing doubts about her aunt's capabilities and the same evening is okay with everything? huh? Is your brain, okay? 
I just wish they had his subconscious speak here and question his motives, he has his own sassy personality and would have elevated the scene even better.
At the same time, Chotton and Jhanak are on the way. Their conversation was also heartwarming as Chotton wishes the best for Jhanak and her future career. He hopes for her to get more chances to shine. When Jhanak expresses concern over the objection of Basus, he gives a golden advice: Sometimes, what is meant to happen will happen aka, Ani's third marriage with Jhanak 
My mind is still confused as to how Jhanak can be bipolar at times. No offense but, sometimes she gives it back to them then the next minute she asks for their blessings and says bye to Mimi. Huh? Flipper couple these two are..... But I guess this impresses Chotton, maybe even Ani too I guess? Let me know what you think people....
Coming to the party, Humari guesses ko watt lag gayi... no handsome Jewelry owner
(But the guy sitting next to Jhanak was decent looking
)
They finally showed the full ad with proper music... Thank the lord. I hated the bgm they put for the ad shoot and also the fact they cut short many possible scenes. But Aaj thandak mil gayi mann ko... 
I would rather watch a repeat of this than Basus's cringe and toxicity. 
As expected, the ugly trio is irritated at Jhanak's success. I guess the tamasha will be tomorrow.
Precap: White saree promo they aired a while back.
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