Monday, January 30, 2012

30/1 - Epi 176 ... Setting up

30th Jan Mon
Setting up ... not for Snakewa's plan ... that already fizzled out within one episode =)) Setting up for jealousy track ... this should be interesting ... Anjali and Nani playing Cupid full time, NK as unaware unsuspecting accomplice ... and Arnav on slow boil. Not so slow, apparently ... by the precap, his fuse was already sparking!

*edit later ... not much to add, episode was basically a set up for the jealousy track, while Sanaya got a bit of a break after the hectic ME shoot, Barun likewise ... She looked beautiful with open hair, really hope Khushi's hairstyle is here to stay. After all, Arnav has made it clear he likes her hair down, hasn't he? :)*

*edited*
How come everyone accepts Shyam's foibles like setting up the havan without thinking anything much about it?

Nani and Anjali into action straightaway ... discussing Khushi's suitability as bride for 'him' ... hit target right away ... Arnav tries to walk away immediately, but they stop him innocently ... what is your opinion, Chotey?
About what?
Khushi, of course! We need your opinion ... how can we proceed otherwise?
Proceed on what?
Shaadi, of course. Such a nice girl, how can we let her out of our hands?

And Arnav is quiet at first ... doesn't quite know how to react, but it's not as though he hates the idea ... quite the contrary ...
A very, very mild ... "nani, I don't know ... Khushi aur main ..."

What he means ... "Dammit, for once you both got the right idea, wild horses wouldn't drag it out of me, so how about you do your usual steamrolling stuff and fix up our wedding pronto? Save me the embarrassment of losing yet another challenge to her, of having to confess that yes, this is exactly what I want ... just do it! I'll show up at the wedding mandap on time, ... heck, I'll even wear a sherwani, if you want ... as long as you get her there ... "

Canny Nani ... sach mein, dhoop mein baal safed nahin kiye ... and Anjali her willing accomplice ... "Oh no, ... not you ... we were talking about NK ..."

And the reaction is exactly what they hoped for ... an incredulously furious "What?!! NK??!!! Aur Khushi??? ... Are you ..."

"Haan ..." but of course, why would we talk about anyone else? Especially you?
"I don't know ... whatever ..." and he stomps off from there, leaving Anjali and Nani ecstatic ... it worked.
So Nani says we need to find out what Khushi feels now.

GH - sweet scene with Babuji recovering hand function to bless Payal and his daughters thrilled ... but why do they always leave him behind? And would it kill the cv's to show that a neighbour comes in to sit with Shashi babu every time the women go out? Just a small touch, but makes so much difference!

Arnav-Anjali ... poor Arnav ... Anjali knows she is his major weakness and she plays on it a lot! Arnav back to his "I don't want to get married."
Why did Anjali go into "I'll die" ... she could have said she will leave the house for her married home and he will be alone ... but it showed Arnav's extreme insecurity about Anjali leaving him ... again. I like the bro-sis scenes, but I like the best when he's being sarky with Anjali ...

Considering the level of intelligence in Shyam's plans, I don't think Arnav has much to worry about yet ... however, that could change, of course.

Guptas arrive at RM - cv's really need to get their act together on this one - again NK and Arnav stand by while Khushi is holding a pile of boxes. Neither steps forward to help till the boxes almost topple ... did such sophisticated guys never learn basic etiquette and manners? I don't expect any better from the Gupta ladies, of course.

Khushi and Arnav's looks were sweet, Khushi looking slightly embarrassed after her last encounter, Arnav still annoyed at how she got away with that kiss ...
and Arnav bitwa, you really need to sharpen up ... NK was quicker than you to jump to Khushi's help when the boxes toppled ... so ab pachtaye kya hua jab chidiya chug gayi khet? No point glowering now! And really ... passing comments like 'both are equally mad and foolish' is not going to help you win the girl!
It might help with this one though ... Khushi is as fiery as he is ... she glares back at his comment ... dunno how Nani and Anjali interpreted that as her interest in Arnav, though!

One longgg Shyam-Anjali scene ... Snakewa plan into action ... I guess Sanaya and Barun needed some time off after the Arhi-filled ME, so don't grudge them that one ... Raizada family waxing eloquent about Shyam-Anjali pavitra pyaar as always :(
NK busy with camcorder ... will it play a role later?
Shyam drops something on Anjali's sari, but doesn't let her change ...

Khushi sitting with NK ... make that, NK sitting next to Khushi, asks her about her bangles, are they the ones he chose? Nope, they aren't ... she replies in her usual friendly way, but Arnav glowers nonetheless ... and Khushi is a little subdued after that encounter of the morning.

Shyam makes sure Anjali is in position for the fireworks, and makes a retreat ... Nani nixes his plan in one smooth move ... Payash should sit in front this time ...
Shyam ki tai tai phishh ... all his planning down the tubes ... another plan bites the dust =))

Guptas forgot the ghee at home ... really, they need a memory transplant ... every time they forget something or the other! So Khushi offers to go back to get it ... and before Arnav can say anything, NK (again!) jumps to accompany her ... Khushi looks at Arnav instinctively ... as though to say "can't you come?" ...but he's too late as usual.
Arnav, what did I say about speed? Offering to take her boxes or accompany her home is not going to be taken as a declaration of undying love ... so stop being so scared! He who hesitates is lost, dear boy!

And he glowers again ... but this time he decides to do something about it ... much to Anjali's delight. Best was that she has Khushi's phone, so she cottons on to the fact that he's been calling Khushi like there's no tomorrow! =))

Actually, I know why the cv's did it this way ... now NK will be dispatched back with the ghee, and Arnav and Khushi can spend some quality time together. :"> :)

18 comments:

  1. Snakewa on move and ......chalo chaddo...not worth mentioning....but I like Dia's line "fizzled out in one episode..". Maha episode promo was showing perfume stuff .....only if they had showed Arnav's kiss....TRP would have been sky rocketing...

    Ok Nani and Di are on move.....not only Nani can dance saala but Nani can also gauge saala. I loved Nani. Arnav's reaction to Nani and Di's drama was just tooooo good. Okkkk he did not get mad, nor he shouted, nor he said What the, I guess just a mere mention of Shadi...Khushi....Arnav in one line had him at where Nani and Di wanted him LOL. "Nani .......(sanaka devi ki sanak lag gayi use....stammering )......I don't know.....Khushi aur Mai?"...but alas Nani bursts his bubble. But what was he gonna say? Yes Nani or Did you check with Khushi Nani?

    The characters are absolutely adorable here. That is what I love about IPKKND. The characters are not typical soap types...'always wanting to take revenge nanad'. Sister here always tries to find ways to make brother happy. We do not have 'always wanting to make bahu work at my fingers tip type saas' . Our Nani is very modern..and will not hesitate to play cupid. Nani was spot on when she gauged Arnav and said "Gussa nahi...jalan..". CVs are gonna serve lots of rabba ves and jealousy Arnav in coming episodes....

    I loved Arnav-Anjali interactions...you can feel brotherly love in Arnav's eyes. I felt Barun shows his emotions really well....The way gently he kissed Anjali's hand was very emotional for me. She is his mother figure. PERIOD.

    Rest all was full time pass. Is it me or you felt Payal was looking good as well... So Khushi has open hair..opportunity for more teasing from Arnav?

    And precap....Arnav bituwa ka fuse uda aur vo jake NK and Khushi pe phatega... Anjali is having fun....Me thinks.....When Arnav realizes that he was set up by his Di and Nani, what would be his reaction? But again wedding track so soon?

    I keep updating my checklist...
    1. Engagement ....DONE
    2. Haldi Shagun....DONE
    3. Mehandi ....DONE
    4. Future Husband name on Mehandi ....DONE
    5. Badai packing .... DONE :)
    6. Dulhe ka haldi dulhan ko lagana ....DONE
    7. Ring finding ceremony .....DONE

    true soul mates :)

    In between..whats with Barun's look lately? He looked good during Friday episode.

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  2. Deepa,
    I know, right?! Promo was all about Snakewa ... and his plan went tai tai phishhh in the very next episode! I guess the way ME's work is they only show the lead up to the next week, the actual dhamaka has to take place during the regular show times. But this was a classic example of "khoda pahad, nikla chooha" ... :)

    I liked the Nani-Anjali-Arnav scene ... all their expressions were bang on ... Nani and Arnav especially! Nani is one crafty lady! Me too, me too ... want to know what exactly would Arnav have said ... "I don't want to marry her?" Or "Check with Khushi first" ? I think Nani is being wise not pushing him too much, just gauging his reaction ... then she and Anjali will play Cupid and do the setting up ... Arnav will do the rest, AS LONG AS he doesn't know he's being led by the nose! :) So this should be great fun ... already saw in the precap that Anjali sends him off to bring Khushi very agreeably ... 'Haan, haan, jao ... take your time, don't rush back' :)))

    Yep, Anjali-Arnav scenes are always beautiful ... his insecurity comes through so beautifully and Barun is really good in those scenes. He may get irritated, he may get annoyed, but he cannot do without Anjali, he adores her, she is his lifeline, his mother figure, the most important person in his life. It will be really interesting if there is ever a conflict between Anjali and Khushi ... that will be a tough battle, and am sure we're heading there sooner or later.

    Payal was looking nice, she's a pretty girl. But why didn't Khushi also change her suit? She left her hair open ... for Arnav? Aww. I hope she goes to ponytails after the Payash shaadi is over - I loved that look. Or open hair, of course.
    Why do I still feel the Arhi marriage will not happen any time soon?

    Deeps, your checklist ... :) These two will get married and unhein pata bhi nahin chalega! The your list will read -
    Marriage ... DONE :)

    Barun - too much gel, he needs a haircut. And a shave.

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  3. Hey Diyu and the gals.....

    long time ........was waiting for ur ME post.....love reading it, though i watched the episodes so many times.....hehehe

    I knew Nani and Anji wud talk bt Khushi and Nk to Arnav.....but atleast he gave it a thought, i mean bt him and khushi and marriage at the same time.....he may be ready but still not that ready yet....maybe Nk-Khushi marriage talks will help push him a little........

    much deserved break for the leads.....but why is the PH so lagging behind in schedule......they should try and keep a bank of epis ready.....shudn't they......as far as i know the whole of the cast, is dedicated only to this show and nothing else.....so what keeping them ?


    loved Anji-Arni scene......such good was Barun with his acting that i actually felt scared for Arnav, thinking what will happen to Arnav, if he looses Anji and khushi isn't there.....he will be totally lost


    I didn't find anything wrong with Khushi's behaviour yesterday, if Nk is too eager to help her, its not her fault......

    did feel bad for Arnav in the ME, where khushi asked Nk's help for the bangles, but then Arnav did the same with LA....so its just the flaws in the character and they do learn.....esp Khushi, she learnt so fast.......

    and its all needed to get Arnav to the place where we want, so its all ok.......

    the scene depicting Khushi's interest in Arnav, was confusing, wasn't it ? Did khushi over-hear Arnav talking bt her alliance with NK or was she just mad that he called her dim-wit.....difficult to know....But they thought she heard and was angry that he is matchmaking her with someone else.....

    Precap was good.......waiting to see more restless Barun....


    Deepa : even i think Barun is not well or must be injured or something, cause in yestedays episode, i noticed a scar on his left cheek......guess thats why he is sporting a thicker stubble......even my friend said that his lips look swollen......

    so they must be giving him some rest and also taking just one sided shot, where necessary like the door scene on ME.....even yesterdays epi, he was not there during the havan....that was a cut-paste job.....

    I am ready to forgive them anything just for my favorite SaRun :)

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  4. bang on about the last para Dia....did u see the sbs segment..........though they made it look funny......but atleast ArHi are together...and the haddi isn't around........

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  5. Hey Geetu,
    Yep, we knew that Nani and Anjali would say NK and Khushi ... but Arnav wasn't averse to the idea at all, was he? Look at the difference between his reaction when he thought it was for him ... that very mild "I don't know ... Khushi aur main ...?"

    and for NK ... "What???!!! NK??? Aur Khushi??? Are you ...???"
    "Out of your blinking mind" are the words that came to my mind :)))

    Seriously, I think he would really be very happy if they set it up for him, then he wouldn't have to confess his feelings ... after all, that's what he's most scared of, isn't it? Because he has acknowledged the attraction for sure, and that's why he's making the moves ... but not consciously ... it's his heart ruling his head for the first time.

    Yep, I'm also confused about Khushi's reaction ... why exactly was she angry with him? I think she did overhear and was upset that he was matchmaking her with NK ... I also think that's why she was quite restrained with NK in the later part of the scene, and kept looking at Arnav every time NK was near her.

    I think both Sanaya and Barun got a break today ... they were hardly there in the episode. I don't mind - they had so many scenes in the ME, especially Sanaya, she was there almost all through ... must be exhausting for SaRun.

    Yep, saw the SBS ... was sure that NK would be nowhere around :))) after all, Arhi romantic scenes ka maala hai ... and finally SP and PH seem to have woken up to the gold mine they have on their hands! I'm actually glad SBS showed it like that, all funny ... am sure the real scene will be much more intense, and this way the suspense isn't ruined. Am sure SBS wasn't allowed to go anywhere near the actors today!

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  6. Hey everyone, Sorry very later here..my net went kaput on me whole day*Yikes*

    Just saw the sbs segment..What was that??? I was actually *ROFL* during the segment. It did look kinda funny with their replays and music.

    On a serious note, can't the PH instruct these people not to turn a serious/romantic scene to such a comedy? Grrrrrrrrr..

    My guess is Khushi and NK would go to get the ghee, Arnav is restless so he goes after them..maybe there is an accident to khushi & NK are slightly injured. He either sends NK home with the Ghee or in the ambulance or home...while Arnav drops Khushi home.

    What was he spitting..ewww.. Is it what I think it is..what about hygeine, why didn't he get the amubulance ppl to administer first aid for her, Kya yaar...

    Sorry don't mean to spoil it for everyone here *kaan pakdofying*..Atleast the PH can instruct the star news guys not to mess it up so much.

    Why do I think NK is there too, cos Karan tweeted he was shooting with barun and sanaya at 4 am..So I am guessing he is there somewhere.

    As for the *forum* well looks like I missed quite an explosion there thanks to my net.

    When exactly is Payash marriage again? How come no one talks about when it is..kal hai, parson hain kab..It is so ambiguous,lol.

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  7. Deepa, I am waiting for what creative way they will show them getting married unofficially. Although it is being hinted that Babuji is on his way out, so there will be a funeral and a wedding?

    Geeta & Dia: They do try to do their best even when they shoot separately, the thing is when they shoot together, the scene ends up being 100 times better. Good that B & S got the time off.

    We need them all fresh for their scenes.

    Dia, with you, he sooooooo needs a Haircut ASAP. I loved his look in the mandir bandagement scene or even during the cupboard scene when he finds khushi..those two are my personal favorites.

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  8. Shwetha!!! Was missing you!
    You know, I'm glad the SBS was not serious, because am sure the episode will be pretty intense ... it kills the anticipation if SBS reveals too much, so am sure SBS wasn't allowed to go near, and wasn't told anything about what's happening.

    NK will have left - I am 100% sure of that ... apni shooting finish karke he would have gone home. Or they did his bits at the end - it was a night shoot anyway, so am guessing San and Barun had the day off. Most of their shots were cut paste today, tho' the editing was better, so it wasn't so obvious.
    My guess - NK and Khushi go to get the ghee, Arnav is restless, he goes after them, dispatches NK back with the ghee and says he'll bring Khushi ... he and Khushi get into a verbal spat and she walks off, either falls or somehow gets hurt ... or almost comes under a car ... and he runs after her, both get hurt ... and then the hand kiss scene.
    Arey baba, it's a kiss ... he blows and then he kisses her hand, am pretty sure.

    where is this ambulance? I watched the segment three times - I didn't see any ambulance? I thought she's in his 4WD.

    Ufff, don't talk about the forum ... some posts were so offensive that people who are normally very chilled also got into the act today.

    Payash marriage - I got a clue ;-) ... Payal told Khushi that her bidaai is in two days ... so after the havan today, hopefully it's finally the day of the shaadi tomorrow. Though when that tomorrow will actually happen in IPK land is anybody's guess!

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  9. Dia, Ya you are right. You know I am always the one who complains about how sbs/sbb segemnts tend to be better than the actual epi.

    Yes, your version makes so much more sense. My guess maybe they are walking back and a bike hits them or something. They showed an ambulance in there..so I am wondering who got injured, the bike guy or NK.

    OH! HE BLEW..I thought he was u know spitting something, Man my NET going kaput seems to have affected me more than I thought,lol.

    And you know the funniest part, I logged in the forum, read Arnav & Khushi in Safari..And I go, What Safari, Yeh donon Africa kab pahunch gayay? The PH arranged for an outdoor shoot..See I was imagining elephants, lions etc..and then I saw the SBB segment, realized they were talking about his car.

    Okay I felt like a complete idiot..And I hope I made atleast one of you laugh, if so post it here, so I dont feel so bad*wink*

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    1. *rofl* ... Shwetha, you cracked me up with your safari!
      I wish they DO go on an outdoor shoot sometime though, maybe for their honeymoon? *dream* ... wouldn't that be fun? Just SaRun ... they could do saas-bahu scenes with Payash alongside till kingdom come, just as long as we got Sarun together with no haddis :)))

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  10. SPOILER ALERT - DIA YOU WERE RIGHT...

    This is a scene shot yesterday night and will be aired very soon...

    Confirmed...
    This from the zee news gal:

    Khushi goes to bring the Ghee, In between, khushi ki chapal tut ti hai aur uske hath ko kangan lagti hai. Ek chanewale ke pas Khushi chana leti hai aur inke Khushi ke ghar ghee lane jata hai toh chanewale ke pas Arnav aata hai aur dono k bich jhagda hota hai, isse pehle arnav usko bohat yaha waha dhundta hai aur bohat kuch hai...

    This scene has been shot the whole night last night... Got to know, it's a very promising scene..

    *my tippani*

    There is a havan going on and she goes and has chana, khushiji aap great ho..Dont you just love this gal.. Now I am soooooo looking forward to this one...

    He will go..kahan thi tum, main tab se dhoond raha hoon, kab say pareshaan ho raha hoon, Aapko kya farak padta hai..TADAAAAAAAA...Farak Padta hai dammit..

    *Time to shut up*

    Going out so will be missing the epi, hope I don't miss much.

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  11. OMG ... havan going on, and Khushiji is having chana??? And where is NK is all this?

    Chalo, will wait for the episode ... this sounds like it's going to be fun! Lemme check the forum ;-)

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  12. Dia, my guess is her chappal breaks she decides to get it mended in the meanwhile spots the chana vendor...NK goes and gets the ghee proabably thinks Khushi has already left or something and reaches RM only to realize Khushi has not reached..So Arnav goes out looking for her and finally finds her, loses his cool, they have a fight and blah blah..btw..apparantly more intense scenes are coming..

    You didn't read my safari thingy,lol?

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  13. ^^^ I did ... scroll up :)))

    More intense scenes ... I like the sound of that :))) *Dia posting from Arhi dreamland*

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  14. Oops sorry Dia, didn't see your comment on the safari thing, it is ssssoooooo not my day is it, lol.

    I am sooooooo hoping for an outdoor shoot, you know the whole family goes out somewhere..It would be so nice..wouldn't it be awesome if they go back to Lucknow at the dargah..and the memories keep flooding in..except last time they were walking parallely..this time it is a bit crowded, so Arnav protectively holds her hands and they walk together *sigh*

    Since this is the Kanjoos PH..I wouldn't even mind them holding and walking hands inside the RM too.

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  15. Oops I meant, Holding hands and walking together..posting from Arhiland..And goofing up so much today, lol

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  16. Hey Shwetha.... good to hear from you..........how did u guys find the episode..

    i thought is was ok.....except for Arnav's part... maybe cause i wanted more of ArHi

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