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episode: " why you do that"

Scene: Family House – Living Room

Rupsa and Hriday are sitting together, but the atmosphere is heavy with unease. Hriday’s mother is staring at them in shock, eyes moist but with a conflicted smile that can’t hide her disappointment. Her face reflects both sorrow and disbelief.

Hriday’s Mother (angrily):

"How could you do this! I’ve dreamt of your wedding all my life, and you… suddenly like this! What kind of son are you? I thought when you got married, there would be a grand celebration! And instead, you marry like this… to someone no one knows!"

Kartik (Hriday’s cousin, joking):

"He’s not a kid anymore. Just accept it!"

Kartik’s Wife (softly, interrupting Hriday’s mother):

"Auntie, please… what are you saying! This is his personal matter. We really don’t have the right to interfere in his marriage!"

Hriday’s Mother (still upset):

"Hmph! Easy for you to say—you don’t understand my pain. I wanted my son’s wedding to be big, glorious… but look at what he’s done!"

Rupsa stays silent, realizing the kinds of challenges she’ll face stepping into this family.

Hriday’s younger sister smirks and teases:

"Wow! So bhaiya has been secretly dating someone all this time?"

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Next Scene: Evening Tea – First Tensions

The living room, evening.

Hriday’s mother brings tea and snacks for everyone. Rupsa sits politely, while the whole family examines her closely, as if she’s on trial. Kartik, true to his playful nature, whispers—

Kartik (whispering):

"Let’s see what the new bride knows. If the tea doesn’t have ginger, there’ll be war in this house!"

Kartik’s Wife (smiling):

"Does your brother eat anything without ginger?"

Rupsa sits quietly, but suddenly Hriday’s mother turns to her—

Hriday’s Mother (directly):

"Do you know how to cook?"

Rupsa (soft voice):

"A little… Auntie—sorry, Ma."

Hriday’s Mother (raising eyebrows, smirking):

"Oh really? My son’s taste is quite different… I must say, I’m very surprised to see a girl like you. Do you really love my son?"

Rupsa hesitates for a second… her face shows both stubbornness and fear. Then, calmly, she answers—

Rupsa:

"I love him. And I want to stay by his side."

Hriday’s mother falls silent. She knows the girl is lying, yet Rupsa’s courage surprises her.

Hriday, sipping tea beside her, suddenly says:

"Good tea, Rupsa."

Rupsa looks up. She knows Shiv made it. She says nothing, only lowers her head.

Kartik (laughing):

"Looks like bhaiya’s in love!"

Hriday’s Mother (annoyed):

"Enough of your jokes! Take something seriously!"

Hriday (cold voice):

"What I’ve done… I’ve thought it through."

Rupsa sits there with quiet sadness. She knows this marriage is nothing but a contract—for six months only.

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Scene: Hriday’s Room – Night, 11 PM

Rupsa quietly enters. The room is large, modern, but feels cold. Hriday is standing by the window, looking outside, not turning back.

Rupsa (softly, head lowered):

"I… I’ll sleep on one side of the bed. You can take the sofa if you like."

Hriday (coldly):

"Do whatever is convenient for you. You don’t need to ask me."

Rupsa presses her lips together, says nothing, and slowly arranges her sari before sitting at one side. Hriday, still gazing out the window, speaks—

Hriday:

"This drama will last six months. No romance. No questions."

Rupsa (firm, cold voice):

"As you wish. I didn’t come here for love either."

Hriday finally turns, eyes narrowing in surprise. This girl is so indifferent—even in front of someone as harsh and arrogant as him. After a pause, he turns back to the window.

Hriday (to himself):

"Interesting… you’ve understood the game."

Rupsa switches off the light and lies down. There’s hidden pain on her face, but no tears. She refuses to cry. She refuses to show weakness.

The camera slowly drifts toward the window… moonlight falls gently on Rupsa’s face.

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Next Morning – A Storm is Coming

The family sits at the breakfast table. As soon as Rupsa enters, all eyes turn to her—some smiling, some curious, some doubtful.

Hriday’s Elder Brother (serious):

"Is this girl really worthy of this family?"

Hriday’s Mother:

"The marriage happened so suddenly, we knew nothing…"

Rupsa (soft but clear voice):

"I will prove myself. I can take responsibility for this household. I won’t make any mistakes."

Everyone falls silent. Hriday, from a corner, adds with a faint smile—

Hriday:

"You’ll manage. Because you came here to manage, not to love."

Rupsa’s eyes tremble. She lowers her gaze. She knows these six months will be the hardest test of her life.

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Scene: Rupsa’s Mother’s Apartment – Afternoon, 3 PM

The small flat is quiet. Suddenly, Rupsa’s mother stumbles out of the bathroom, coughing violently, and collapses. A neighbor rushes in. Rupsa’s phone rings.

Neighbor (urgent):

"Rupsa, your mother is very sick. I’m taking her to the hospital right now. Come as soon as you can!"

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Scene: Hospital – Night, 8 PM

Rupsa stands outside the ward, exhaustion and worry etched under her eyes. The doctor comes out.

Doctor:

"She has a kidney problem. She needs to be admitted to a good hospital immediately. The treatment will be long-term… and expensive."

Rupsa (voice trembling):

"...How much, doctor?"

Doctor:

"First stage will cost 80,000 rupees. Later, much more."

Rupsa doesn’t cry. She simply whispers—

"I’ll arrange it…"

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Scene: Hriday’s Office – Night, 11 PM

Rupsa stands at the door. Hriday is working on his laptop. Seeing her, he looks surprised.

Hriday:

"At this hour? What’s wrong?"

Rupsa (meeting his eyes):

"My mother is ill. Can I ask you something… outside the contract?"

Hriday (expression hard):

"You know our relationship is based on money. So what exactly do you want?"

Rupsa:

"Please… can you give me some advance? For my mother’s treatment."

Hriday (averting his eyes):

"Fine. But remember—this will be deducted from the contract period."

Rupsa (calm, steady):

"Alright. Do whatever you think is right. For my mother, I’ll do anything."

Hriday stares at her for a moment. For the first time, he sees the steel in her eyes.

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Location: Hriday’s Family Mansion – Morning, in the Drawing Room

The huge, palace-like living room. Hriday’s mother, Karunadevi, is sitting on the sofa, a cold smile on her lips. Beside her sit two other women—the aunt (Hriday’s kakima) and his younger sister Tithi. Everyone is waiting for Rupsa.

Tithi (whispering):

"Ma, no one even knows her properly yet. Is it right to give her such responsibility already?"

Karunadevi:

"That’s exactly why. Today I’ll give her a task that will reveal her true nature."

Scene cut to Rupsa entering.

She wears a sari, simple and modest. She greets everyone with respect. Karunadevi speaks in her cold voice—

Karunadevi:

"Rupsa, this evening we have a kitty party at my sister’s house. You will go on our behalf."

Rupsa (surprised):

"Me? But I don’t know anyone there…"

Tithi (smirking):

"Nothing much, really. They’ll just notice your manners, dressing sense, behavior. If you make a mistake, it’ll be our family’s insult."

Rupsa (smiling gently):

"I’ll try."

Karunadevi:

"You won’t ‘try,’ Rupsa. You will prove—whether you are worthy of being this family’s daughter-in-law."

Rupsa lowers her head silently, but her eyes gleam with determination. She thinks to herself—

"The way you insult me now… one day you’ll respect me."

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Location: An Elite Villa in Kolkata – Kitty Party Venue

The afternoon sun glows on the decorated garden. Elegant women in saris and jewelry chat over tea and coffee. The host is Karunadevi’s sister, Sucharita Devi.

Through the gate enters Rupsa, wearing a conservative blue sari, light makeup, and quiet confidence in her eyes. Tithi follows, reluctantly.

Sucharita (surprised):

"Tithi, who is this girl? She’s beautiful!"

Tithi (slightly annoyed):

"Oh… she’s my brother’s wife."

All the women whisper among themselves. Some smile, some are curious, some amused.

A gossiping lady (squinting):

"So this is the girl who suddenly married him from the office? Hmm… her looks are average, but let’s see how her manners are."

Sucharita (softly):

"Sit, dear. What’s your name?"

Rupsa (politely):

"Rupsa."

Just then, an older lady, Ranidi, calls from near the table—

Ranidi:

"Hey, new bride! Do you know how to make tea? We’re all busy chatting!"

The room falls silent. Tithi’s face lights up with delight. Everyone expects Rupsa to be embarrassed. But—

Rupsa (smiling lightly):

"Of course I can, Ranidi. But shall I put less sugar? You have diabetes, don’t you?"

Everyone is stunned.

Ranidi (nodding):

"How did you know?"

Rupsa (calmly):

"Hriday sir once mentioned it. I remembered."

A sudden wave of admiration fills the room—whispers of “Smart girl,” “Attentive,” “Polite,” “Wonderful daughter-in-law.”

Tithi’s face darkens. Karunadevi’s phone buzzes with a message—

> “Your daughter-in-law is quite impressive. — Sucharita”

The kitty party continues in full swing. Slowly, everyone starts warming up to Rupsa.

She serves tea to Ranidi and the other senior women. They sip happily.

Ladies (whispering among themselves):

"Haven’t seen such a graceful, calm bride in years."

"Hriday chose well after all… she’s good."

Just then, the door opens and Hriday enters—white shirt, black pants, sharp as ever, his face serious.

Tithi (startled):

"Dada, you here?!"

Hriday (coolly):

"You said there was a party. I didn’t know my wife would be here too. Thought I’d see how she’s doing at her first event."

Rupsa rises in surprise. Hriday walks over and stands beside her, then addresses the gathering—

Hriday:

"I’m glad to know you’ve welcomed my wife Rupsa warmly."

One lady asks:

"Hriday, why did you marry so suddenly without telling us?"

Hriday (clear voice):

"It was a personal decision. But today I realize—Rupsa is the best decision of my life."

The room falls silent. Tithi’s face turns pale. Rupsa stares at Hriday in astonishment.

Just then, Karunadevi calls Hriday. He answers, puts it on speaker.

Karunadevi (softly):

"Hriday… I was thinking. Maybe we all make mistakes, but time heals them. Tomorrow morning, bring Rupsa to me. I’ve chosen some saris for her."

Rupsa’s eyes widen. Hriday looks at her and says—

Hriday:

"See? My mother is thinking about you now. Your act will need to be even more convincing."

Rupsa (lowering her gaze):

"I stopped acting that day, Hriday. I’m truly… trying."

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Location: Kolkata’s Famous Shopping Mall – Next Day

Rupsa wears a light pink salwar, sunglasses, and carries a chic handbag. Karunadevi is in a sari with a subtle perfume. With them is Hriday’s youngest sister, Titir—sweet but curious, still not fully accepting Rupsa.

Titir (teasing, winking):

"Bhabhi, do you really love my brother, or is there some… special contract between you two?"

Rupsa is startled. Karunadevi snaps angrily—

Karunadevi:

"Titir! What nonsense! She is now the bride of this family. Don’t speak like that again."

Titir pouts and goes silent. Rupsa smiles faintly, but inside she’s anxious.

If this girl digs too much, the truth might come out.

They enter a designer boutique. Karunadevi shows Rupsa some glass-worked saris.

Karunadevi:

"For the first Puja after the wedding… this one would be nice, don’t you think?"

Rupsa nods.

Suddenly, from afar, a voice rings out—

Piyasa (shouting):

"Rupsa?! You here??"

Rupsa spins around, eyes wide. Standing there with shopping bags is her old friend, Piyasa.

Rupsa (flustered):

"Piyasa! You here?"

Piyasa rushes over, hugs Rupsa, and playfully taps her shoulder.

Piyasa (laughing):

"Why aren’t you coming to office? I thought the boss fired you! And look at you—in a sari, sindoor on your forehead?!"

Rupsa grows nervous. Her mother-in-law and Titir are nearby. She softly replies—

Rupsa:

"I… um… I got married."

Piyasa (shocked):

"What?? You got married? To whom??"

Titir (smirking):

"To my brother."

Piyasa freezes, stunned. She blurts out—

"Your boss… is your husband?!"

Rupsa forces a smile and lowers her head. Karunadevi and Titir pretend to browse clothes.

Piyasa (whispering):

"Rupsa, is this true… or are you in some contract again?"

Rupsa (smiling faintly):

"No… I’m fine. I’ll tell you the rest later. I have to go now."

Piyasa lingers, disbelief on her face. She only says—

Piyasa:

"Are you happy?"

Rupsa stays silent. Then slowly, she nods.