Asad: The Protector Epi Apr 19
"Yeh is mulk mein rehne ke laayak nahin hain."
Did anyone wonder why he made this statement? Yes, of course on the outside it's evident that he is really upset and infuriated with Zoya's visit to the Siddiqui mansion. For Asad, no one is above his ammi (except Khuda) and the moment Razia spewed venom against his beloved ammi, Asad had lost all control over his emotions. No one can blame him for his response to the humiliation Razia showered for Dilshaad.
Did anyone notice his response to the slap Razia gave Zoya? The cameraman did a great job there. The screen changed to a black and white tone from the colored tones. It was as if Razia had slapped him, and not Zoya.
Asad, the lion's life revolves around a few people and he will do anything to protect them. Zoya is definitely a part of this ring now. Her protection his responsibility and anyone who threatens her safety or honor shall bear the wrath of the lion.
His first impulse was to throw his laptop, as he couldn't bear seeing that scene anymore. Anymore insult of Dilshaad or Zoya was unbearable for him. It wasn't only the slap or accusations on Dilshaad, there was also a danger to Humeira's life and fingers were being pointed towards Zoya. Asad knew what that meant. Not only was Humeira going to lose her life, Zoya could find herself in legal trouble, possibly accused of murder!
Next, he picked his keys to leave for the forbidden Siddiqui mansion but ammi's 'vaasta' stopped him from unlocking the door.
He had no recourse. Asad dashed into Zoya's room and started packing her bags. The only way to protect her was to make sure she left the country and his life as soon as possible.
Zoya has faced many life threatening situations since she has been in India. Earlier, while Asad would get frustrated by her ignorance and interfering nature, lately I have noticed a sense of worry in him. He knows she will never change; she will do what she thinks is right, even if that meant putting herself in danger. That's why, he knows that the best way to protect her from all these dangerous situations is to deport her back to the US, where she would probably be safer and not get herself into such dire situations.
I have no doubt Asad loves Zoya a lot. After all, he has lied and acted against his principles to keep her in India. If he is acting rude and cold right now, it's just for her sake because he loves her too much to let her get into any precarious situations.
So, why will he run and propose to her on Monday? Perhaps, he will find out that Humeira is alive, there was no poison in the sweets and Zoya will not be accused by anyone. HE KNOWS SHE IS INNOCENT!
Asad should realize that Zoya will be safest when she is with him because he won't be able to survive without her, and if she is with him, he is the only one who can defend her against her own mistakes and outside dangers.
Asad Ahmed Khan, the lion, the protector will never let anyone hurt or harm Zoya, except that he doesn't realize that sometimes he hurts her more when he tries to protect her. Zoya's spirit couldn't be crushed by Razia's slap or Ghafoor's stinging words, but Asad's hurtful words shattered and paralyzed her. If only she could understand that he did it all for her….
Other observations about the episode:
- Cheers for Rashid, Badi B and Ayaan for standing up for Zoya.
- Jeers for Razia and Tanveer
- Tanveer is treading dangerous grounds now- Razia knows who mixed the poison, Zoya doubted her for a second, Asad questioned her on whether she knew Zoya was going to Ayaan's place. I can only hope that Tanveer's days are numbered now.
A song dedicated to Asad from Zoya for hurting her feelings today:
jhute ilzaam meri jaan lagaayaa naa karo - 2
dil hai naajuk ise tum aise dukhaayaa naa karo
jhute ilzaam meri jaan lagaayaa naa karo) - 2
meri aankhon mein jo achhe nahi lagate aansu - 2
to jalaayaa naa karo mujhako sataayaa naa karo - 2
dil hai naajuk ise tum aise dukhaayaa naa karo
jhute ilzaam meri jaan lagaayaa naa karo
- Umrao jaan