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BEFORE I START: Thank you Rits for reserving this post for me! Huge hugs! 🤗
"Every action has an equal and opposite reaction" Just something for you guys to ponder over...
Hey guys! I promised you guys a maha analysis & I shall deliver on that promise! I haven't seen today's episode yet & I wrote this analysis earlier. I'll update soon with pics & analysis of today's episode.
Yesterday's episode was just magic. I can't think of another way to put it. Okay, whilst I'm sure many of you have many profound analyses and thoughts surrounding all the occurrences of the episode, I'll just talk about the highlights for me 😉 So the episode started with Anjali, and all I have to say about that is that she looked like a teenager texting her secret boyfriend (I should know what that's like because all my friends do it!). This obviously means that her relationship with Shyam is being rebuilt from its initial foundations. I truly hope that through this we actually get to see more of Anjali & Shyam's past together. Won't talk about Khushi and the box as Sathu has already given a brilliant take on it, which I suggest everyone reads!
I'm not good with the religious side, but I found that whole scene touching & Arnav teasing Khushi about babies was funny - mainly because of Khushi's terrified expression 😆
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But it really reminded me of Teej when they were all gathered round and praying. Of course, we also saw the tension between Arnav & Khushi during those celebrations as well, but that was because of the unknown attraction between them. Now it's because of the heightened attraction.
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I absolutely loved the bedroom scene from start to finish. When she walked in scolding Arnav for yelling at her like that in front of the family, it was such a husband-wife thing. Before, Khushi tolerated it whenever he yelled at her, and we'd see her in tears. Fine, he didn't yell at her a great amount this time but I liked the way she asserted her rights as his wife here. Then when he gave her the present, I remembered his failed attempts to give her a gift on her birthday.
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& when he said 'main aise hi hoon' when scolded by Khushi for giving her a present in that way, it made me think of all of their differences. They're madly in love, yes, but they're both still polar opposites. We saw lines being blurred a few months back when Khushi seemed to be taking on Arnav's characteristics and Arnav seemed to be a lot more in touch with his emotions (mainly anger, but still 😛) - now they're back to how they were again; you can still see the ASR traits in Arnav, although they're not as strong and dominant now, and you can still see bubbly Khushi, although she too appears to have toned herself down slightly. I think that's what we call growing up, na?
Now to the good stuff. When he told her to put on the gift that he bought her, I'd like to blame Sathu, Shaz & Rits amongst others for my gutter mind completely misinterpreting what was in that package 😆 But despite being annoyed at him she still accepted his gift and put it on - that shows, to me, that she has wholeheartedly accepted him for who he is. She knows he isn't the sentimental kind, and she has now embraced that. She's accepted him, warts and all.
Do I need to say anything about when she stepped out of the bathroom and hid from Arnav?
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She was the blushing bride, and it was adorable seeing how shy she was. Immediately, I had a flashback to the Nainital trip, when she changed into the shaadi joda and her dupatta fell on the floor.
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Once again, the dupatta is in Arnav's hands, but rather than looking away from her this time, he gave her a loving, piercing gaze, marvelling in her innocence and beauty.
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He sensed her reluctance, so he slowly approaches her, and a shy Khushi doesn't know what to do with herself. He puts a hand on her shoulder and she turns around, feeling apprehensive.
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With reason too - remember what happened the last time someone put their hand on her shoulder like that?
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But she sees Arnav in front of her and he reassures her. Taking her hand, he leads her to he centre of the room so he can openly admire her.
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Diwali flashback, anyone?
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The last time they came this close and Arnav stopped it, and then he broke Khushi's heart by getting engaged to Lavanya. Will history repeat - Khushi stopped him this time so will she be the one to give him pain and heartbreak now? All of the indications of the past looming over them seems to give us this idea. The most touching part was when Arnav put the dupatta on her head.
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Another flashback, this time to when he threw the dupatta and it landed on her head.
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That time it showed that no one can stop them from getting married; this time Arnav was completing their marriage. He gave her her dignity back, showing respect for her.
The hug successfully portrayed the nerves these lovers were feeling. I personally felt as if I was intruding on an incredibly private moment when I saw this part. The hug was light but it was so intense! Arnav with his arms around her, comforting her by stroking her back, and Khushi's arms slowly responding to hug him back.
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I'll leave the bed part out as I know that analysis will be filled with guttery thoughts 😆
But the way she looked at the idols & realised the importance of the phere in her marriage. I was talking to Rits & Joy about this - here was when she proved to Arnav that she was not going to be treated like Lavanya. Yes, I wish we had at least gotten a neck kiss, but this was an important scene because once again their opposite sides were shown - Arnav doesn't care for any of these traditions, but by obliging when she told him to stop it meant that he respected the fact that she kept true to her values.
In anger and frustration (we ALL know why the bechara was frustrated 😉) he led her to the terrace where he set a fire up and began taking phere. This was his way of completing the wedding, but it was a forceful way of doing that - in this way the forced marriage was complete. I think this was the CVs way of showing us that that chapter of their life is now closed and remarriage will occur. Dadi's entrance shocked both of them, yet Arnav held his ground and kept Khushi in his arms - this could symbolise something in the future. If the going gets tough, he will stay by her side. Also, notice how Dadi just left? Maybe when she sees that Arnav will always support Khushi she'll back off and Shaadi's (Shyam & Daadi's - funny na?) plans will fail. I'm certain that something is brewing now. Dadi was being uncharacteristically pleasant in yesterday's episode and didn't even say anything when she saw Arnav & Khushi in that way and heard what Khushi said.
Now, the biggest moment in the entire episode - the long-awaited confession. I've read on Redux that this was Doods' prediction? Well done Doods! To me, this was the completion of all of the 'farak padta hai kyun ki...' & it was the first face-to-face confession. The terrace was very significant here because we all remember the last terrace scene. This would've been the confession we had gotten then, and it's taken 6 months to get back to that stage. & Arnav confessing in anger was perfect, so in character. Well done CVs!
When Arnav left, I thought of the bangles scene when Khushi was left smiling at the bangles.
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Here she's smiling because he has finally decided to give their love a name.
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All of the argument was basically faith vs feelings. Arnav kept saying 'what about what we want - our feelings?' & Khushi kept insisting that they needed to legitimise their relationship in a real way.
They will reach a compromise; Khushi had been compromising for 6 months and now it's Arnav's turn. He has to do all of the rituals because he owes Khushi her dream wedding. I really hope that if they do separated it's because the family say that they cannot live together without getting married properly & whilst the wedding is being organised they have to live separately. Okay, that is complete wishful thinking on my part. Now, time for analysis of today's episode!
Okay guys, I haven't got time to post more screencaps, sorry!
Today's analysis (more me fangirling than a true analysis):
Before I begin - happy 6 month anniversary to Arnav & Khushi! Today is OFFICIALLY their 6 month anniversary (in real time, not reel). Someone bring the jalebis!
Firstly, can I just say that OMGOMGOMG some of my predictions from yesterday were right! Of course, since both these analyses are in the same post it's impossible for you guys to tell, but I swear I only just watched today's episode, so anything I had written beforehand was completely not influenced by today's episode.
ASDFGHJKL; THEY PLAYED TU HI BATA! That's one of my favourite background pieces of the entire show (my first being Shyam's tune and second being the music used in the scene where Arnav helped Khushi choose a sari). But aww, in that scene Khushi was remembering Arnav's 'farak padta hai kyun ki...' (did I not say that in my analysis? Great minds think alike 😉)
Khushi was basking in the feeling of love whereas Arnav looked shattered and broken. There was a tinge of fear in both of their eyes, though. We could see how this new revelation confused the two of them. Khushi then wakes up the following morning and looks around for Arnav. Yep, you guessed it - role reversal this time. Khushi's looking around for Arnav but to no avail.
Did anyone else have a flashback to the reaction to their wedding when they saw the confrontation? Once again, Khushi was targeted and made to be at fault. Yet this time, Arnav did what he should have done back then - he stopped Buaji from slapping her. last time, he watched as Garima slapped Khushi, but this time he stopped her, asserting his authority as Khushi's husband.
He agreed to marry her again with all the rituals. Did I not just say that above too? It was Arnav's turn to compromise, and he'll do it for the woman he loves! Aaand I also said that separation will be because Dadi said they cannot live under one roof until their wedding is complete *feeds herself jalebis in celebration* 😃
"Hum aapse bhi I love you dammit."
Can you be any cuter Mrs Khushi Kumari Gupta Singh Raizada? I was daydreaming through that whole moment. Aww!
Shyamuuu! As soon as I heard his BG music I literally squealed. Our Snakewa is back with a vengeance! One thing that freaked me out slightly though was that he said he installed cameras everywhere. Um, even in ArHi's bedroom?
Hope you enjoyed my take on events. Please like/comment!
Ghausia
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Sorry I'm unable to post pics in the post 😒, so the link to the pictures are here
https://www.indiaforums.com/forum/post/62996237
Ritika
At the stroke of midnight, 65 years bck, We INDIAN's recvd the Independence, A freedom to live breathe, educate, earn, vote. A freedom to be free citizen,,, to Cherish that freedom and be thankful for that moment here is my friends
If fame were based on kindness instead of popularity, on understanding and not on worldwide attention, you would be the biggest celebrity on earth. And to my heart, you already are.
Everyone is invited to the grand wedding of this year...
When a baby girl is born, her parents dream of ways to bring her up in this world. One of their dreams is also to provide a beautiful wedding for their daughter and get her married to her prince. When that baby girl is old enough to play dress-up, she tries on her mother's dutpatta as saree/pallu in her room and dreams about her wedding. It's the wedding she dreams about even before she meets her Prince. She nurtures her feelings and waits for that special day, where she declares to the entire world that this prince is her husband, friend, philosopher and an equal guide to their ongoing journey of life. One such girl is our Khushi. She dreamt of her wedding, happening with all the rituals. She dreamt of a wedding where she invites everyone. She dreamt of a wedding with a prince she loves. Today her DM has granted her wishes.
We all witnessed the ultimate sacrifice that Khushi made to save her sister's wedding. She wasn't aware of her feelings for Arnav at that time. She was aware of Arnav's hatred but wasn't aware of the reason for that hatred. She didn't get any answers for her forced wedding as Arnav was not interested in disclosing the reason. She got married with no witnesses and no rituals. She was married in haste and had to face the wrath from both the families without any fault of hers. We also witnessed some erratic behaviour from Khushi as a result of this shock. But today she knows Arnav loves her so much that he cannot bear to see anyone hurt her. She knows that she loves him. They trust each other. Finally she is getting a wedding she dreamt about... marrying her prince charming with all the rituals. Today along with Khushi, I was smiling. I was happy for her.
The journey that started with, I hate you...completed yesterday with I love you dammit...
Khushi escapes to the sanity of her kitchen only to be greeted by a caring Payal who immediately picks up that all is not well with her sister. Their conversation was interrupted by Nani calling for Khushi's presence in the living room. Without any ado Nani questions Khushi directly the method in which the wedding was performed. Khushi is lost for words and realises that dadi had disclosed everything to Nani. Khushi finally manages to tell Nani that because the wedding was done at night there was no Panditji. This was enough to shock every one. Everyone comes to know that their wedding was not performed by Pandit. There was no chanting of Mantra. Just a Mangalsuthra and Sindoor were the only representation of their wedding. The question to whether the Phere's were taken or not was interrupted by the entrance of Buaji.
Khushi is shocked to see buaji's presence. When dadi who was silent all this time points out that she requested Buaji's presence the reality of the situation dawns on Khushi.
Khushi what did you think'that you can manage everything again...without letting anyone know. It's good that Buaji is here. The truth has to come out khushi. It has to for your sake...
Dadi Introduces herself to Khushi'sBuaji and inquires on Khushi's parents. Buaji replies stating that they had gone to Aryuvedic clinic to check on Khushi's father's health. I sometimes wonder what would have happened if Garima was present today. I am left pondering over endless possibilities.
The details of the wedding and the illegitimate, forbidden relationship of Khushi and Arnav were recounted to Buaji again. Unable to comprehend the situation anymore Buaji orders Khsuhi to disclose the truth as to whether the peres took place in their wedding or not. Her worst fears were confirmed by Khushi who tells her the truth. Unable to take the insult that was bestowed on the family again Buaji raises her hand to slap Khushi. ASR stops her midway. His love and protective instincts for Khushi overrides his respect for Buaji at that moment.
I haven't given anyone permission to touch my wife let alone slap her...With these words Arnav Makes his presence known...
Today I couldn't stop myself from recalling the incident that happend Six months back...When Garima slapped Khushi you witnessed that slap. You prevented Khushi's fall from the slap by holding her. You did look furiously at Garima for slapping Khushi. But you never stopped Garima nor did you question her actions. But today things have changed. Khushi has occupied the most important place in your heart. You cannot watch anyone hurting your love even if it's her Buaji. You have come a long way Mr. Arnav Singh Raizada...
Arnav's conversation with Buaji was interrupted by his Dadi who points out the legality of the wedding. Arnav points out that he doesn't believe in any rituals. Anjali joins the argument by stating how can they accept this wedding which happened without any rituals. Dadi was quick to insult Khushi and her family. Finally unable to take the insult that was bestowed on his Khushi and only for his Khushi he agrees to re-wed his wife with all the rituals and give her the wedding of her dreams''...
He looks only at her when he agrees to undergo the rituals...clearly stating that these things are important for you khushi and I will do anything for you even if it means to undergo the rituals that matters nothing to me...but matters everything to you...The smile on Khushi's face was reserved only for him...She knows that he is doing this only for her...
Everyone is happy with Arnav...for he has agreed to go through the rituals...for a moment We could see a glimpse of hope in Dadi's face...a slight smile...on her face...which didn't go unnotice...but she was quick to compose herself...Naniji promises Buaji that they will come to their house on an auspicious day and ask for Khushi's hand in marriage with Arnav.
I always thought that Khushi should give him a little hard time before declaring her love. But It wouldn't have agreed with her character...Khushi cannot see anyone upset...let alone Arnav, her prince Charming...No way...She had to express her love for him..She couldn't wait...and she said it in her style...Soft, sweet and beautiful...just like her...
All this is witnessed and monitored by none other than Shyam Manohar Jha...who has started to make his move...He looked like he is ready to take his ultimate revenge against Arnav & khushi...the episode ends with a terrible specter of Shyam Manohar Jha...
HUM BHI AAPSE I LOVE YOU DAMN IT!
THIS was cute, this was adorable, this was downright funny, this was simplicity and innocence personified…
But it was real, it was sincere, it was from the heart, it was heartbreakingly beautiful; it was heart wrenchingly pure… and very very rare.
For who else, but Khushi Kumari Gupta can hurl such a googly at Arnav Singh Raizada? Who else but this one in a million child-woman can render Arnav Singh Raizada speechless with joy? For he was speechless; yes, he was elated; he was surprised; he was left smiling too. Poor Arnav didn't know whether he should laugh or just be happy. Trust Khushi to throw his own words back at him, in such a manner. If it was Hitesh Kewaliya who wrote this dialogue, then Kewaliya Ji, "hum sab aapse bhi I love you, damn it!"
A lot has been said and written about Arnav's pain, Arnav's emotions, Arnav's feelings towards Khushi. A lot has been said about Khushi's feelings not being clear; that Khushi does not love Arnav as much as Arnav loves Khushi. But we are talking about two different individuals here. They are two people with diametrically opposite ideologies, but with uncanny similarities at the same time. Though made for each other and despite being two halves of a whole their needs and requirements from this relationship differ.
Both are strong in their own ways, but Khushi needs worldly protection, which Arnav is more than capable of providing along with her emotional needs. She needs to feel needed. She needs a safe haven where she can be herself, she needs to know that she can throw anything at Arnav, good or bad, and he will take it and still love her. She needs to love and be loved without reservations or expectations. She needs to feel the feeling of absolute belonging without being obligated in return. For she knows what it is to carry the burden of gratitude for the love and protection other children command by right…
Arnav on the other hand needs support and guidance. Emotional and moral support; and guidance in the aesthetics of life. He finds both in Khushi. Khushi makes his life easier. She brings him light and joy; pride and peace; full on entertainment and at times, quaint wisdom. Without Khushi, Arnav is a rudderless ship. Arnav, though as strong as an oak, needs anchorage.
Last night's episode though subtle, served to underscore their need for each other. Faced with the threat of separation, they stood for their love. Arnav fought with all he had and Khushi, though bound by the shackles unique to womanhood, silently lent him the support. Not once did she open her mouth and put the blame of forcing her into this illegal wedding on Arnav.
And Arnav too was bound. He had to save his relationship with Khushi and at the same time not bring up Shyam. Though Nani and Anjali were aware that to some extent, his sister was the reason for his sudden wedding, they are not aware of all the fact. In Arnav's eyes, his Di is just getting back to normal after the fiasco. He didn't want to upset her further. Besides, he wasn't sure how the Guptas or Payal might react when they hear the entire truth about how Khushi was blackmailed into this wedding. He was handling the situation with kid gloves. Was that why he sent an apologetic look towards Khushi when he said that he is very well aware of what the circumstances were when he and Khushi got married? He was probably apologizing to her for misunderstanding her at the time. He was also apologizing for not clearing her fully at the moment. And at the same time he was mutely asking her for her support in what he was doing… and Khushi rose admirably to the occasion. She was selfless, once again and as always she excelled at it.
But the truth should come out. It is a must. For how else can the show go on. Doods is right. This is not about Arnav and his feelings. This is about social responsibility. The responsibility of the storytellers towards their audience- the responsibility to uphold that which is right and punish that which is wrong. The responsibility of putting forth the age old lesson, that," that which goes around, comes around."
No innocent shall be sinned against.
No wrong shall go unpunished.
No loop shall be left unclosed.
No evil shall be silently endorsed.
No mistake, however justified, shall go un-atoned.
There are millions of people watching this show. Each mind watching is unique. Millions of views, hundreds of opinions and tens and thousands of view-points. Young, youthful, mature and elderly; intelligent and the average; silly and mature; good and those with the leanings towards the forbidden; those who are easily influenced and those gifted with the power to influence; impressionable and rigid- you name it, we have it among the audience. And TV is indeed a powerful media. There is a reason why the shows come with a disclaimer in the beginning:
"the characters, places and events mentioned in the show are fictional and bear no resemblance to any person, living or dead…. The channel/production house does not share or is not responsible for any views/ opinions expressed by any character on-screen"
This is fiction, this is make-believe. Do not mix it with real-life…
But normal people do not read disclaimers, do they?
Everyone knows what is happening around us. Young girls are lured and trapped daily into the web of lies and deceit in the guise of love. While some are lucky, many disappear off the face of the earth, never to be heard again. What happens to them is anybody's guess. The PH here needs to address issues here:
LEGAL
1. There is no such thing as contract marriages in India. You are either married for life or you are not. Once married, you need a divorce or an annulment as the case may be to be free of the bond. And divorce is not so easy as depicted on-screen. The courts believe in keeping people together, not splitting them. So, darlings, word of advice- look before you leap.
2. A marriage is not valid if:
a. There are no witnesses
b. Is not conducted according to religious rites/ or sanctioned by court
c. Either of the parties involved are unwilling/ coerced in any way
d. Either of the parties involved is under the influence of drugs/ alcohol/ consciousness altering substances
e. Either of the parties involved is mentally unstable/ suffering from epilepsy
f. Either of the parties involved is getting married under false pretenses like:
i. Hiding the fact that they suffer from certain health issues
ii. They are already married
3. Marriages even if conducted according to full religious rites need to be registered legally. For that the bride and groom need to give notice 1 month prior to the date of registration.
4. Live-in relationships may not be frowned upon now as much as before. But the courts do not protect the rights of either partner in case of dispute eg. Division of property or legitimacy of any children involved. Such children are now recognized, and they have a right to paternal property, but it was not so in the old days.
SOCIAL
MARRIAGE is a sacred institution, not to be taken lightly. It gives the legal right to a man and a woman to co-habit. It provides the issue from any such a union legitimacy. It protects both partners involved in several issues… issues like adultery, division of property, right to maintenance, etc…
It also has a social standing.
In short, it is very practical…
While such issues have no meaning when two people are in an ideal relationship, such ideal relationships are not always the case. It is easy to get duped, and the gullible are always easy prey. The world is not always draped in rainbows… there are clouds and darkness too…
Reality and legal issues are tweaked a bit here and there for the sake of creative licence. Besides, who cares for reality? Reality is boring. Also, if we are interested in reality, we would watch Satyameva Jayate, won't we? All the same, it is essential to keep one foot firmly grounded while floating in ARHI land…
It is essential that while we do not lose faith in Love and Goodness, we must keep our eyes and ears open too…
Remember our mothers… they wait for us at home…
Remember Professor Alastor Moody… "CONSTANT VIGILANCE!"
Sorry once again for coming across as a prosy bore...😆