It’s
September!
When the
lockdowns started in March, we were hoping that things will be back to normal
by June-July. But the situation worsened each month, and even after the economy
opened up, things are anything but back to normal.
I don’t
know about you all, but I’m very apprehensive of the situation all around and
I’m still staying home as much as possible. Thankfully, I’m not losing my mind
from boredom as I’m keeping myself entertained with interesting movies and
shows on ZEE5. The latest Hindi web series that I enjoyed binge-watching on
this streaming platform is #Bebaakee – and it was so impressive that I
thought of sharing a quick review of the show with you guys. I know all of you
stuck at home are dying for some good show recommendations and this review
might help you choose the next one!\
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| Image source: ZEE5.com |
An
Opulent Family Drama
In the
history of Hindi OTT shows, there has not been a more regal indoor set than the
family home of the protagonists of this series. Director Muzammil Desai has
taken inspiration from grand movie sets to create a stunning mansion for the
two media Moguls and best friends who stay together as one family. Their sons –
Sufiyaan and Imitiaz - share a strong brotherly bond, which is eventually
threatened by the force of love. The lavish opulence of their wealth, the
high-society lifestyle and the typical rich-people ambience are conveyed
effortlessly in the series. In the midst of innumerable crime thrillers and
popular sit-coms flooding the streaming platforms, it is refreshing to watch a
family drama that plays on the classic theme of a love triangle.
Unforgettable
Characters
Well-written
characters are the backbone of any show, and Bebaakee definitely impresses in
that department. Sufiyan Alazi (played by Kushal Tandon) is the brooding young
entrepreneur, expertly handling the empire of his father. Imtiaz (played by
Karan Jotwani) is a playful, charming dude who reigns over the same empire
alongside Sufiyan. Kainaat Sahni (played by web series debutante Shiv Jyoti
Rajput) is a happy-go-lucky, passionate journalist who ends up being the love
interest of both the men in the story. The senior generation is also played
effortlessly well by the likes of Mohit Chauhan, Sameer Malhotra, Suchitra
Pillai and Ananya Bellos, among others. The characters portray the high-class
lifestyle with ease, keeping the whole mood of the drama toned down enough to
give it the necessary classy webs series feel, instead of a trashy TV soap vibe.
A
Passionate Plot
Sufiyan and
Kainaat – the protagonists – couldn’t be more unlike each other. Kainaat is a
bubbly, easy-going middle-class girl with a passion for journalism; while
Sufiyan is a filthy-rich, intense businessman who comes from a prestigious &
renowned family. But the law of love that dictates the attraction between
opposites, holds true yet again as this unlikely couple gets drawn towards each
other. The journey of their love story is far from easy though. They encounter
numerous twists, turns, obstacles and clashes before they can even realise
their own feelings for each other. Add to this, Imitiaz’s attraction to
Kainaat, and we’ve got an intense love triangle that defies the bonds of
friendship, brotherhood and loyalty. When Sufiyan and Imtiaz get ready to go to
any lengths to secure a place in Kainaat’s heart, it not only threatens to
destroy their brotherly bond, but also affects the family dynamics, the
relationships and even the entire media business owned by the two families. The
moody music – specially the soulful song Intehaan – holds the narrative
together, while the gorgeous locales of Simla and Manali present the perfect
backdrop for this drama to unfold against.
This
gripping tale of family, love and friendship spans over 8 thrilling episodes that form Season 1 of this ZEE5
original web series. It’s one of the first prominent Muslim social dramas to be
seen on any Indian OTT platform. The aesthetic cinematography, crisp direction,
passionate dialogue delivery and well fleshed-out characters put this family
and romantic drama in a league of its own. There are some intense dialogues
that leave a mark on your heart, my favorite one being – “Hawa ke jhokon se
bebaak mohabbat nahi bujhti, yeh #DilKiHichki hain jo ruhh ke saath fanaa hoti
hain!” This is surely one of the must-watch shows among all the gems you
can find in the #ZEE5Club. By now you must be dying to know who among Sufiyan
and Imtiaz actually gets the girl? Well, tune in to ZEE5 and binge-watch Bebaakee today!
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