Broken But Beautiful Web Series-2018

Introduction 

Ekta Kapoor's 2018 Hindi romantic web series, Broken But Beautiful, is accessible on video-on-demand services and ALTBalaji/MX Player. The plot of the series centres on the unending love between two people and their heartbreaks. 

The first two seasons are centred on the stories of Veer and Sameera, respectively portrayed by Vikrant Massey and Harleen Sethi. Agastya and Rumi, who Sidharth Shukla and Sonia Rathee respectively portray, have a fresh storyline introduced in the third season. The First two season was written by Reshu Nath.

Table of contents 

• Details

• Story

• Release Date

• Reviews

• Cast

• Crew

• Songs

• Behind the Scenes

• Interesting facts

• Conclusion

Details 

Story

PlayBroken But Beautiful" is an Indian romantic web series that revolves around the lives of Veer and Sameera. Veer is a successful writer and music composer who is struggling with the end of his marriage and the subsequent breakdown of his personal and professional life. Sameera is a strong and independent woman who has been hurt in the past and is trying to move on. The two of them meet by chance and their lives are forever changed as they find solace and healing in each other's company. The series explores the ups and downs of their relationship as they navigate their way through the broken pieces of their past and try to build a future together.

The series begins with Veer, who is reeling from the end of his marriage and is unable to move on. He turns to alcohol and partying to numb the pain, but it only leads him to more misery. He meets Sameera at a party and is immediately drawn to her strong and independent spirit. She is also trying to move on from a past relationship, but unlike Veer, she is determined to not let it define her. As they spend more time together, they begin to open up to each other and share their deepest fears and insecurities.

As Veer and Sameera's relationship deepens, they begin to confront their past traumas and work through them together. However, their journey is not without its obstacles. Veer's ex-wife and Sameera's past love interest both try to come between them, causing them to question if they are truly meant to be together. They also face societal pressure, as they are from different backgrounds and their families are not supportive of their relationship.

Despite all the challenges, Veer and Sameera continue to fight for their love, and in the end, they realize that they are each other's home. They learn that love is not about being perfect but broken and beautiful together. The series ends with Veer and Sameera starting a new chapter in their lives, with the hope of a brighter future together.

Release

Broken But Beautiful was released on November 27, 2018, on the streaming platform ALT Balaji and ZEE5. The series is produced by Ekta Kapoor's production company, Balaji Telefilms. The first season of the show was directed by Santosh Singh and starred Vikrant Massey and Harleen Sethi as Veer and Sameera respectively.

The series received positive reviews for its performances, direction, and writing. It was praised for its realistic portrayal of relationships and the emotions that come with them.

All episodes of "Broken But Beautiful" are available for streaming on ALT Balaji and ZEE5. The platform offers a free trial for new subscribers, after that one can subscribe to the platform to watch the series along with other exclusive content. The series is also available on other streaming platforms like Vodafone Play, Airtel Xstream, and JioCinema.

Reviews

Broken But Beautiful tells the story of two heartbroken people, Veer and Sameera. While Sameera is stuck with the memory of her ex-husband, Veer is in a deluded connection with his deceased wife and finds it difficult to let her go. When these two meet paths and find comfort in one another's presence, they discover friendship, the meaning of love, and the solutions to their unanswered concerns. Both seasons feature a rather sophisticated plot, and how the 10 episodes are written will keep you watching.

It's delightful to watch Vikrant Massey and Harleen Sethi do their roles. Their chemistry is palpable and may make you feel emotions in your heart. Each and every member of the supporting cast, including them, is flawless in their function and adds something worthwhile to the narrative. The song's original title track and other songs will undoubtedly end up on your playlist. The praise that the melodic tunes merit must be offered. Because there is no gratuitous foul language or graphic situations, it is suitable for the whole family to enjoy.

Cast 

• Vikrant Massey as Veer (Sameera's Lover)

• Harleen Sethi as Sameera Joshi (Veer's Lover)

• Sheetal Thakur as Alina-Veer's dead wife

• Poppy Jabbal as Ishanvi- Alina's sister and Veer's sister-in-law

• Nikhil Sabharwal as Adil-Ishanvi's husband

• Pooja Bhamrah as Porno-Sameera's friend

• Akriti Singh as Agni- Sameera's friend

• Meherzan Mazdaas Parth- Agni's husband

• Jitin Gulati as Kartik-Veer's cousin and Sameera's ex

• Simran Kaur as Mundi Ananya- Kartik's girlfriend

Crew

Broken But Beautiful is directed by Santosh Singh, who is known for her work on several popular Indian web series and films. The series is produced by Ekta Kapoor's production company, Balaji Telefilms and Sarita A Tanwar, Muraj Khetani, Ashwin Varde, Niraj Kishore Kothari. The show is written by Reshu Nath, who has also written for several popular Indian web series and TV shows.

The music for the series is composed by Rana Mazumder and the lyrics are written by Yash Narvekar and Amitabh Bhattacharya. The series features a mix of original songs and covers.

The series features a talented cast of actors including Vikrant Massey as Veer, Harleen Sethi as Sameera, and Jitin Gulati as Kartik. Other notable cast members include Poppy Jabbal, Sheetal Thakur, and Pooja Bhamrah.

The series is known for its realistic portrayal of the music industry and the team went to great lengths to ensure that the sets and locations were authentic and true to life. The series was shot in various locations in India, including Mumbai and Delhi.

Character Analysis

Vikrant Massey as Veer 

Veer is the male protagonist of the show. He is a successful music composer who is struggling to come to terms with the loss of his wife in a car accident.

He is shown to be a man who is deeply in love with his wife, and her loss has left him emotionally scarred. He turns to alcohol and casual relationships to numb his pain, but ultimately, he is shown to whod and compassionate person who cares deeply for others.

Harleen Sethi as Sameera Joshi 

Sameera is shown to be a loyal and dependable friend, and she is always there to support Veer through his struggles. She is also a kind and compassionate person who cares deeply for Veer, but Veer is still struggling to come to terms with the loss of his wife.

She is deeply in love with Veer, but Veer is still struggling to come to terms with the loss of his wife.She helps Veer come to terms with his loss and helps him move on. 

Poppy Jabbal as Ishanvi

Ishanvi is Veer's sister-in-law. She is a successful doctor who is always looking out for Veer's best interests. She is shown to be a kind and caring person, and she is always there to support Veer through his struggles.

Pooja Bhamrah as Porno

Pooja Bhamrah, who played the beloved companion Porno in ALTBalaji's currently streaming serial Broken but Beautiful, is thrilled and delighted by the warm and wonderful reception she has received. She is gentle, non-judgmental, emotionally supports her friend whilee is going through a difficult moment.

She has the ability to make Sameera feel better. She is strong enough to convey the reality of Sameera's life thanks to her outspoken and sassy demeanour.

Songs

Behind the scenes 

PlayThe development of the series began in 2017 when Ekta Kapoor and her team began brainstorming ideas for a new romantic drama series. They wanted to create a show that would explore the complexities of love and relationships in a relatable and realistic way. After several months of development, the team came up with the concept for Broken but Beautiful, which centres around the story of Veer and Harleen, two young and ambitious music professionals who fall in love despite their pasts.

Casting for the series was challenging, as the team wanted to find actors who could bring the complex and nuanced characters to life. The lead role of Veer was given to actor Vikrant Massey, who was known for his performances in shows like Dil Dhoondta Hai and A Death in the Gunj. Harleen's role was given to Harleen Sethi, who made her acting debut with this series. 

The series was shot in various locations in Mumbai and Delhi, and the production team went to great lengths to ensure that the sets and locations were authentic and true to life. The series was heavily promoted on social media, and it quickly gained a large and dedicated fanbase.

Interesting facts

• Broken But Beautiful was originally intended to be a film, but it was later developed into a web series.

• The series was shot in various locations in Mumbai and Delhi, including the famous Mehboob Studio.

• Broken But Beautiful was heavily promoted on social media, and it quickly gained a large and dedicated fanbase.

• The show was praised for its realistic portrayal of the music industry, and the team went to great lengths to ensure that the sets and locations were authentic and true to life.

• The series was praised for its relatable and realistic portrayal of love and relationships.

• Broken But Beautiful originally premiered on ALT Balaji, but it was later made available on other platforms like ZEE5, Voot, and MX Player.

• Broken But Beautiful has a unique narrative structure, with each episode featuring a different song that relates to the story and the characters' emotions.

• The series also explores various social issues such as mental health, substance abuse and societal pressure.

• Broken But Beautiful has been praised for its cinematography, featuring natural light and colourful, stylized shots.

• The series has a strong following on social media, and fans have created a dedicated community around the show, sharing fan art, memes, and other content.

• Broken But Beautiful has been praised for its performances, particularly by lead actors Vikrant Massey and Harleen Sethi for their performances, who both have won awards for their roles in the series.

Conclusion

The show was well-received by critics and audiences alike, and it was praised for its relatable and realistic portrayal of love and relationships. Broken but Beautiful was praised for its performances, especially of Vikrant Massey, Harleen Sethi, Jitin Gulati and Poppy Jabbal. The show was also praised for its realistic portrayal of the music industry, and its exploration of the complexities of love and relationships.

Overall, the making and casting of Broken but Beautiful was a long and challenging process, but the end result was a critically acclaimed and popular web series that resonated with audiences around the world.