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Hello guys!
I've been an avid watcher of Everest right from the first episode. So, here are my two cents on the show.
Highs
1. The visuals
Love them, love them, love them! Absolutely breathtaking, beautiful shots!
2. The soundtrack
To be honest, I wasn't very impressed with the promos. But I decided to give it a shot because of A. R. Rahman's soundtrack.
3. The concept
On watching the first few episodes, I loved the concept. Plus the tagline of #what'syoureverest just appealed to me more and more. It was something incredible in the sense that here, each character was well etched out. Even the supporting characters are so likeable (not just background artists for the heck of it)!
4. Championing the girl child
I am a big supporter of this cause. I strongly believe in it. So, I felt this show was a great medium for depicting modern society.
5. Relatable situations
The show has been pretty realistic. (I mean, the whole part of Anjali getting sponsored was a tad bit unreal but it was necessary so I can overlook it) The characters are so relatable. Ego, selfishness, selflessness, insecurity, loyalty- all of these emotions, so well depicted.
6. The girl falls for the good guy
THIS IS HOW THE REAL WORLD WORKS!! Girls don't go for the arrogant pigs (in the hope of redeeming them or whatever) Finally, here is a show, that shows two perfectly normal, sane and nice individuals falling in love.
7. Maithili
This girl is a separate point because I absolutely love her character. The chirpy attitude, witty dialogues and dependable personality of Maithili are characteristic of a best friend. Finally, we have a best friend who is not scheming against the main girl, but is instead being a real friend, a stress buster and a great sounding board. Just love this character!
Lows
1. The pace
I find the pace very inconsistent. The show started of on a great note. And it was perfect till they reached the base camp. But on reaching the base camp, the pace started lagging. It became too slow and it annoyed me so much so that I missed four-five episodes. I started watching the show again, now that the expedition has finally begun.
2. Showing Anjali as a a superhuman
The girl was majoring in literature for god's sake! How is she so good at every darned thing?! I find it unrealistic. I would have loved it if they showed her struggle. I mean, at NIM, she probably should have been shown struggling a bit. It's only real, because it's hard to digest. And now taking off for Everest on her own- God. She is definitely not that well trained. Even Arjun, who has summited so many peaks needs a team and madam just took off on her own. Unrealistic. This aspect needs to be toned down a bit.
3. The prologue and it's execution
That first shot of Anjali falling just had me hooked and I wanted to know more about the story. And it's execution today, had me disappointed. I don't know what I expected but it wasn't that. I had my heart in my mouth the whole time and Anjali somehow made it all on her own. The well trained sherpa who died too froze on the ladder and a novice just did it. Okay, I love the spirit and everything but after everything I've seen for the past two months, I wished someone was there to guide her. Again this is an extension of the last point.
I can only think up so much right now, but I'll keep signing in with my views on and off.
Let me know what you guys think! đ
P.S. on a side note, I've missed a few episodes. So, can someone clarify whether this is only a rescue mission or an expedition too?
Also, please tell me what is happening with Maithili and Vidhaan?
