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The original novel Saraswatichandra was written in 4 volumes, which were released over a period of 15 years, from 1887 to 1902.
The novel was set in the 19th century
The movie Saraswatichandra, was made on 1968, was based on the book, and was a "contemporary" adaptation.
The show, SC, is also a present day adaptation.
My question is, has the 'modernisation' confused the CVs?
Are they suffering from "old era story" syndrome?
Let me state a few points -
1. The Gau Hatya track was relevant in an older setting,
maybe even in 1968, the movie setting,
but did not match the current rural scenario
2. VCs immensely emotional outburst - too melodramatic for a present day sensibility,
it would have been acceptable in a period drama,
today's character are expected to show " mellowed " drama and not melodrama
3. Modern village, ancient village flip flop - CVs frequent lapses between modern village ancient
village
cellphones - everyone has them apparently, but they are conveniently forgotten about
Cars - ditto
Electricity - is there, yet Kumud and Gun are often roaming around with lanterns at night
Bus connectivity - Only one bus from the sheher for people, yet cake and balloons and
yellow roses have an instant delivery
4. The dori flip flop - I know a lot has been said about the backless cholis,
but it is relevant here, so again I shall raise it.
Ancient village - girl cannot be seen outside with boy, major izzat ka sawaal,
Modern village - our heroines dress sense - next century!
What is the problem here ?
Are the CVs confused about whether it is a present day story or a period drama?
Are they really not aware of present day rural India so anything goes?
Are the Indian villages so complex and mix of new and old, that anything goes?
Just poor writing and inadequate attention to details?
While we wait for masti and wedding romance
Do share your thoughts and ideas,
Have a great weekend
And
Njoy!!!!
