The crucial point of the story was When Shivam stopped Raghav n Shanti from leaving. And strongly put forward his point, of how ditching riya at this point would be wrong for him as a lover n as a human.
I have always liked Shivam, the way he respects everyone. the Way he protected Rani's dignity when Amit was about to slap her. The way he never lies or makes excuses, just keeps quiet if he cannot say the truth.
But since the time he arrived on the horse, he has literally swept the show with his strong personality. Esp the point when he firmly stands besides Riya, when his own family is leaving.
he literally appeared the Dilwala who took away his Dulhaniya. Even later when he stopped Nimmi from counter reacting to PAri's taunts. And today when he in simple words conveyed his apology to Amit. His sorry was so genuine, that Amit despite being disgruntled couldnt retort negatively.
He is one person who will always be fair, whether its towards Riya or towards any other person.
Initially, i was angry with him for taking all the blame on himself for the mistaken identity's. But it was right, cause he didnt stoop low by playing the blame game. what was done was done, but he was at fault somewhere, and he didnt shy away from accepting his own mistake. This shows what a strong character he is made of.