Gul Khan, what are you playing at? - Page 11

Originally posted by: ws12

I also completely believe in the freedom of expression, but with freedom comes responsibilities. It's not only the children who are affected by such messages! On a subtle level we all are... it's a collective reaction (like someone mentioned before). It may not affect you or me or anyone else individually but on the whole it definitely does. It is not uncommon to see things that are shown on tv, happening in the neighborhood. And although we may think it's wrong, we still accept it because its on tv. There are so many dowry cases, so many domestic violence cases, so so many... be it the east or the west, it's everywhere. every. where.

And when it does come to kids, you may wish to control them... but the more they feel controlled, the more they rebel. If you don't allow them to do things in front of you, they do it behind your back. Most parents never wish ill for their kids, but even then some kids go on to doing things like drugs etc. How are the parents to be blamed then? And after all, these kids have the freedom of expression too... by using and doing all that they may. And some day, these kids will be adults who are responsible for their own decisions - are you still going to be able to control them? Like I said, the message effects everyone receiving it - in a good or bad way.

And I don't advocate any actions like drugs or etc... just like I won't advocate what Gul shows in her shows. Every single person has a moral responsibility whether they like it or not. And my only problem with Gul is that... She has such a beautiful story line, with so much potential, so much following, and such wonderful actors... and she is so influential, then why isn't she using her power to bring about a change, for the better? Why not support a progressive thinking society? And with all the stuff they are showing now, it doesn't only demean women but also ruins the story line which has a really good potential.

Great post Sanaa!

Originally posted by: Rockerchic

There is a subtle difference between controlling and teaching right and wrong. Let's not go into parenting.

I've been vocal against Gul many times but I cannot question her freedom of expression.

Ofc Indian TV should become more progressive. Never denied it. And I hope more more often than not that Gul should start doing that.

But she does what sells. The audience should stop watching yet here we all are. Double standards. If we demand quality product by turning of our TV sets, PHs will deliver.

For a progressive show we need a progressive audience.

Because at the end of the day it's about what makes the money.

I guess it is about what makes money at the end of the day. And why is it making money? Because she's got two brilliant actors who portray emotions and feelings really well as lead actors. They make an amazing on screen couple. They are the only reason I'm putting up with the show in all honesty. That said.. I missed the last few episodes and only read the written updates with hope of some decent apology from Asad's side. Down the drain! Back to my point, her simple formula is 'get good looking actors.. create chemistry'..my question.. why not get the same actors and create the same chemistry but show a progressive storyline? Why show the girl putting up with a domineering, self satisfied jerks in the name of 'love'? TRPS.. money.. well here's a thought

Diya aur Baati Hum is/was doing really well! And as far as I know.. they've portrayed women really well. They've gone one step further to show how an educated woman gets married to an uneducated man (while many a times it's the opposite way round). That and Pratigya. I mean.. with her direction skills she could easily make a story like that even better. When I watched bits and pieces of EHMMBH.. I never found myself disgusted at any male character. But while watching QH.. I find myself wondering why Zoya doesn't wring Asad's neck! Asad being KSG.. and I adore this guy and his acting!

She could easily make more money that way without tarnishing the whole meaning of love..

Originally posted by: Rockerchic

There is a subtle difference between controlling and teaching right and wrong. Let's not go into parenting.

I've been vocal against Gul many times but I cannot question her freedom of expression.

Ofc Indian TV should become more progressive. Never denied it. And I hope more more often than not that Gul should start doing that.

But she does what sells. The audience should stop watching yet here we all are. Double standards. If we demand quality product by turning of our TV sets, PHs will deliver.

For a progressive show we need a progressive audience.

Because at the end of the day it's about what makes the money.

Originally posted by: Sanaa629

I guess it is about what makes money at the end of the day. And why is it making money? Because she's got two brilliant actors who portray emotions and feelings really well as lead actors. They make an amazing on screen couple. They are the only reason I'm putting up with the show in all honesty. That said.. I missed the last few episodes and only read the written updates with hope of some decent apology from Asad's side. Down the drain! Back to my point, her simple formula is 'get good looking actors.. create chemistry'..my question.. why not get the same actors and create the same chemistry but show a progressive storyline? Why show the girl putting up with a domineering, self satisfied jerks in the name of 'love'? TRPS.. money.. well here's a thought

Diya aur Baati Hum is/was doing really well! And as far as I know.. they've portrayed women really well. They've gone one step further to show how an educated woman gets married to an uneducated man (while many a times it's the opposite way round). That and Pratigya. I mean.. with her direction skills she could easily make a story like that even better. When I watched bits and pieces of EHMMBH.. I never found myself disgusted at any male character. But while watching QH.. I find myself wondering why Zoya doesn't wring Asad's neck! Asad being KSG.. and I adore this guy and his acting!

She could easily make more money that way without tarnishing the whole meaning of love..

Oh my I sound like Gul's advocate 😆 Rest assured I'm not. 😆 I just like a healthy debate.

Absolutely agreed!
A standing ovation to the TM for this post!!
I have often worried about the amount of violence (both physical and mental) against women in Gul Khan's shows be it Geet,IPK or QH. Whatever ppl might say abt TV shows existing only for entertainment, the truth that media has the power to create reality and influence impressionable minds cant be ignored. Gul Khan stop this violence!

well i hv no complains..

We know what she's creating is selling. We know she's got a massive audience as I mentioned in my post. But with this, all I'm trying to get across, is shouldn't she be a bit more careful about the effect it could have on people? Just because ..I don't know.. drugs sell.. doesn't mean we should go around and not say a word to today's youth who have it.

Oh.. wow.. can't believe I'm talking like that when I'm not even 20 myself!!

There's a reason drugs are condemned, and I agree, this example is very extreme when compared to TV industry.. but works along the same lines in a sense doesn't it.

Also, on cigarette packets there's a note at the bottom which says they're dangerous for your health. Maybe (as someone mentioned before) they should have a disclaimer before the start of the show 'The hero in this show is a complete jerk. Watch at your own risk'..!! 😆

Originally posted by: Sanaa629

We know what she's creating is selling. We know she's got a massive audience as I mentioned in my post. But with this, all I'm trying to get across, is shouldn't she be a bit more careful about the effect it could have on people? Just because ..I don't know.. drugs sell.. doesn't mean we should go around and not say a word to today's youth who have it.

Oh.. wow.. can't believe I'm talking like that when I'm not even 20 myself!!

There's a reason drugs are condemned, and I agree, this example is very extreme when compared to TV industry.. but works along the same lines in a sense doesn't it.

Also, on cigarette packets there's a note at the bottom which says they're dangerous for your health. Maybe (as someone mentioned before) they should have a disclaimer before the start of the show 'The hero in this show is a complete jerk. Watch at your own risk'..!! 😆