The Expression Hub

Genre: Biographical/ Military Drama

No. of episodes:7

Presented by: Zee5

“Act though as it were impossible to fail.”

Dorothea Brande

Hope you all had a wonderful Diwali last week and a very happy international Men’s day to all the men out there. Since we are celebrating the men who have played a huge role in the reel as well as real life , so this week’s blog post is dedicated to a special section of the men from whom we can learn a lot of lessons especially in the fields of discipline and management in both the professional as well as personal lives-the men in uniform. Be it the army, the air force or the navy there have been tales of men who have lived an extraordinary life and inspired a lot. Without further ado, let’s learn more about this extraordinary man .

Synopsis: This week’s pick revolves around an ex- special force member of the Indian Army Major Deepveer Sengar who was awarded the Sena Medal for his bravery in the Kargil War. His life is narrated in the 7-episodes of a series called ‘Jeet Ki Zidd’. This 7-part series narrates the story of Deepveer Sengar who clears the IMA (Indian Military Academy )and serves in the armed forces before undergoing the training for the paramilitary forces. The training in the paramilitary forces is supposed to be one which is super draining in nature physically as well as mentally. He gets the rejection certificate the first time when he fails to complete the training because of a minor timing mistake. But this rejection just makes him more stronger and he chooses to apply for the same once more. This time however he succeeds in completing the training and getting the coveted maroon beret.

While attending his friend’s wedding he comes across a Mathematics teacher with whom he gradually falls in love . However, after viewing the news of the Kargil War, despite having a severe injury he volunteers for the same and ends up having five bullets shot in his abdomen. This injury leaves him paralyzed under the waist and confined to a wheelchair. However, this paralysis leaves him dejected and utterly hopeless. This worries his lover turned wife and she gives him a new challenge? What is the challenge which is given to the former major ? Does he complete it successfully? How does that challenge change his life ? Is he able to bring himself hope or does he find himself dejected? How does life change for the former major after the war? Is it for good or for the worst?

Assessment: This series is an inspirational story about how a man in the uniform tries to overcome whatever challenges life tries to throw at him. After all a soldier never gives up isn’t it? And I would love to believe we all have that soldier in us right? This is because strength is not physical in nature but mental in nature. And those who have that so called grit they can undertake any challenges in the life. And if you are the one who needs inspiration then this one will definitely give you some. A beautiful story with superb acting chops by Amit Sadh and Sushant Rajput(believe me he is a very underrated actor ) . Aly Gore too has a good screen timing and does a good job playing the role of his friend. As far as the negatives are concerned, there are scenes which might seem derogatory due to the usage of swear words which are pretty common yet some might find them offensive.

The view: A show which needs to be in your watch list. After all, I do personally feel that we all need a character like Chaudhary who pushes our limits so that we can grow . I don’t know about you but I would be really grateful for such a character in my life. He or she would be abused in my mind but in reality they will be the one’s who will help you grow as a person. And what is really important in one’s life than witnessing one’s own growth?So, do watch it if you need some motivation or if you want to know how grit can change lives. Also, do not forget to mention about your experiences about the same. I will be happy to hear from you. See you next week with a another pick which will be dedicated to another man. Till then lots of love and care.🤗

Baap Dialogue: ” Jab tak soldier ki saansein hai tab tak woh soldier hai.”[Until a soldier breathes he is a soldier.]