Genre: Slice of life genre/ Drama
Number of episodes: 8
Presented by: Daring Ones Films
"Its really not about what you have. Its about how you are able to enjoy life in general."
-Kevin Harwick
Well, finally summer is finally coming to an end. So, I decided why not end it on a sweet note? After all, it will take approximately a year for summer to make its comeback . Keeping this in mind, I just came up with a great pick to end your summer with. If you have any suggestions, please do drop in the same. I will be super happy to hear from you and maybe who knows get some goals in this space as well. So, don't forget to drop in your suggestions as well as thoughts in the comments section.
Well, lets focus on the pick I have picked up for you guys. This one is a mini series with actually 2 seasons but in this I will be covering details about the first season . With time , the second season will also be covered. Buckle up your seat belts and get ready for an exciting read 😝
Synopsis: A Summer Story is a web series which is set in aapli Mumbai-the city of dreams. It revolves around the lives of three individuals namely Raghav, Samar and Varun. Raghav is a person who works in a multi-national company. Samar is a person who works in a digital marketing firm but aspires to be a writer as he loves to write . And lastly, Varun is a struggling actor who wants to make it big in the industry. The series starts with Samar being frustrated with his job and leaving his job in order to pursue his passion. Raghav is trying hard to make his relationship work with his girlfriend but work obligations are preventing him from doing so. Varun on the other hand is trying hard to get his break but is not able to do so because the casting directors keep on demanding money from him . Everyone is struggling with their lives in their own manner. One day while sitting in Marine Drive, and trying to get inspiration from nature, Samar meets a girl named Rachel. How life changes for the three after meeting Rachel is what forms the rest of the story.
Assessment: This show actually explores a lot of themes that are associated with the struggles of being an adult. It explores themes like problems of staying in a house together when two people are in a relationship, how people judge when some girl enters a house which is occupied by male members, of how society craves for stability and does not let one to pursue one 's dreams , of how it becomes difficult to have a work-life balance and much more which includes financial as well as some mental health issues as well.
The good thing is that the show does not preach but instead just reiterates the fact that you do not need a lot of things to enjoy the small moments in your life . And it is the time that you spend with your loved ones which makes life wonderful. Rachel is a great character who despite having come from a difficult background tries to see the good in what life has to offer. She is like a whiff of cool air in a hot desert. Also, she is able to help the three boys have themselves figure out things which makes her a great problem solver as well. Another good thing is that you get to witness a few glimpses of the city which really brings you a sense of home especially if you have relocated from the city .
Apart from that there is a subtle reference to a lot of moments from Friends . If you are a person who has enjoyed FRIENDS, you will appreciate the same in the series as well. As far as the negatives are concerned, there are parts which seem really unrealistic like how quickly Rachel trusts a man whom she has met just a few minutes ago for instance but I guess that can be attributed to the creative freedom of the maker.
The view: A simple story which is pretty clean by the standards of webseries, this one is a sweet tale of friendship, love and a whole lot of perspectives . If you are a person who has been a Mumbaikar or has been living in the city, this story will definitely feel like home. Do watch it for its simplicity as well as for having some food for thought about life. You'll surely enjoy it and take back some fond memories.
Baap dialogue: "Why do you hesitate to call yourself a hero? Remember you are the hero of your own story". (Rachel to Samar)
Que: What is the name of the movie which Samar refers to Rachel?
a. Before the Night falls
b. A City of Dreams
c. Before Sunrise
d. A Lost Friendship
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