Originally posted by: theromanticcrap
Your point about Armaan and Vidya being in similar situations is fair, but the key difference lies in their intent, the choices they had, and how their actions affected others.
1. Intent & Power Dynamics
Vidya’s decision to hide the truth was rooted in personal fear—fear of losing Madhav, fear of her marriage falling apart, and pressure from Kaveri. She manipulated a situation to secure her own place in the family, but in doing so, she deeply hurt an innocent child (Armaan).
Armaan, on the other hand, also hid the truth—but his intent wasn’t self-preservation. His choice was about protecting Abhira. He knew she had lost her baby, and revealing the truth immediately could have shattered her. He acted out of love and concern for her emotional well-being, not to secure his own position in her life.
So, while both lied, Vidya’s lie was self-serving, while Armaan’s was meant to protect someone else (Abhira). That’s the fundamental difference.
2. Impact of Their Choices
Vidya’s decision to lie affected Armaan’s entire childhood. He grew up feeling like an outsider, constantly reminded that he was ‘sautela.’ She allowed this to happen, choosing to prioritize her own security over his emotional well-being. Even after having her own biological son, Rohit, she never truly made Armaan feel like an equal part of the family.
Armaan’s decision to hide Daksh’s true identity, however, was short-term (not that it was upto him considering Abhira exposed the truth). He wasn’t trying to manipulate Abhira but rather shield her from pain at a vulnerable moment. His choice did have consequences, but the scale of harm is different. He didn’t create a life-altering identity crisis for someone in the way Vidya did for him.
If Armaan and Abhira had raised Daksh for 30 years, even after having their own biological child later, they wouldn’t have treated him as ‘sautela’ or made him feel like an outsider. The foundation of their parenting wouldn’t have been built on favoritism or insecurity the way Vidya’s was. While Abhira would have been devastated upon learning the truth, the love and care she gave Daksh would have remained unchanged. The difference is that Vidya allowed family politics and her own fears to dictate her treatment of Armaan, whereas Armaan and Abhira’s love for Daksh wouldn’t have been conditional.
3. Why Armaan Can’t ‘Understand’ Vidya
The answer lies in the aftermath of their lies.
When Vidya’s lie was exposed, she never truly took responsibility. She justified her actions, expecting Armaan to understand why she did it. Instead of apologizing for the pain she caused, she defended herself, making it seem like she had no choice. Her focus was on her own struggles, not on the hurt she inflicted on Armaan.
Armaan, on the other hand, did acknowledge his mistakes when the truth about Daksh came out. He didn’t try to justify himself or shift blame—he faced the consequences head-on. Abhira, rightfully furious, left him, and instead of making excuses, he asked for forgiveness. The key difference here is that Armaan didn’t try to downplay Abhira’s pain the way Vidya did with him. He accepted her anger, understanding that he had broken her trust.
This is why Armaan isn’t a hypocrite. He made a terrible mistake, but unlike Vidya, he owned up to it instead of expecting immediate understanding or forgiveness.
4. Is Armaan Still Wrong? Yes.
Just because his lie came from a place of love doesn’t make it right. He made a choice for Abhira that wasn’t his to make. No matter his intentions, the truth did hurt her and Ruhi. But his situation isn’t identical to Vidya’s—his lie was for someone else’s emotional well-being, whereas Vidya’s was for her own security.
That’s the difference. It’s not about saying "Vidya is right, Armaan is wrong." It’s about understanding the shades of grey in their actions.
Conclusion – Is Armaan a Hypocrite?
If Armaan justifies his own lie while condemning Vidya for hers, then yes, he would be a hypocrite. But if he acknowledges that both of them made grave mistakes and holds himself accountable, then his anger toward Vidya stems from deep emotional wounds rather than hypocrisy.
The real difference lies in their response once the truth was exposed. Vidya never truly took responsibility—she justified her actions and expected Armaan to understand. She never fully acknowledged the emotional damage she caused. Armaan, however, faced the consequences of his deception, accepted Abhira’s anger, and asked for forgiveness.
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