The episode begins with a heated argument. Two older women are confronting Rohit. One woman, visibly angry, tells him that people get what they deserve based on their actions. Another woman in a pink saree looks worried and tries to calm the situation. Rohit looks upset and ashamed. The angry woman walks away, and another woman, looking sad, speaks to Rohit. She talks about a disgrace that will never go away. She mentions that the girl who ruined her life is now being proven innocent, which she finds unacceptable. The scene is filled with tension and unspoken history.
Meanwhile, a young woman is listening from the kitchen. She thinks to herself about Rohit’s decision not to teach her boxing. She realizes that she needs to find a way back into his life, believing it’s the only way to get her land back. It’s clear she has a hidden agenda.
Later, Rohit is in his room, looking deeply troubled. He is haunted by flashbacks of his past. We see black-and-white memories of a violent fight at a cafe, where a man is thrown over a railing. He also remembers a video where people are speaking ill of him, calling him “Rohit Roy Chowdhury” and blaming him for their team’s downfall. The voices of the women from earlier echo in his mind, reminding him of the pain he has caused. He feels that boxing is a curse on his life, one that has taken his brother and his honor. He decides he cannot let this curse affect Phulki. He resolves to find her a new trainer, believing he cannot be the one to guide her.
The next morning, Phulki, dressed in a tracksuit, goes to Rohit’s room to wake him up for training. When he doesn’t answer her knocks, she cleverly climbs up a pipe and enters through the balcony. She finds him asleep and gently tries to wake him. When that fails, she cheekily takes his alarm clock and rings it right by his ear. A startled Rohit wakes up, shocked to see her in his room. He asks how she got in, and she playfully tells him to get ready for their run. However, Rohit is serious. He tells her that he is not going for a run and, more importantly, he will no longer be her boxing coach. Phulki is heartbroken and asks for a reason. Rohit explains that boxing has brought nothing but misery to his life and he doesn’t want her to suffer because of his past. He promises to find another coach for her, but Phulki is devastated.
Not one to give up, Phulki finds her brother Prem and his friend Kamal. She asks them for Rohit’s old boxing tutorial videos. They manage to find them on a phone. Determined, Phulki starts watching the videos in a storeroom, using a large sack as a makeshift punching bag. The video shows a younger Rohit teaching basic punches like the jab and the cross. Phulki diligently follows the instructions, practicing on her own.
In the next scene, we see Phulki working at a supermarket, wearing a uniform. Even while working, she continues to secretly practice her boxing moves. Things take a turn when a group of men, including her brother-in-law, enter the store and see her. They begin to taunt and mock her for her aspirations. At that moment, Rohit walks into the supermarket and witnesses the scene. He sees the men making fun of Phulki but also sees the fire and determination in her eyes as she continues to practice. His eyes fall on a pair of blue boxing gloves that Phulki has hidden on a sack. He picks them up, a conflicted and thoughtful expression on his face. The episode ends with other family members looking worried, suggesting more trouble is on the horizon.
Review
This episode of Phulki was a mix of intense emotions and inspiring determination. The writers did a great job of showing Rohit’s internal conflict. His past trauma is clearly a heavy burden, and his decision to stop training Phulki, while heartbreaking for her, is understandable from his perspective. The flashbacks were effective in conveying the weight of his past without giving away all the details, keeping the audience hooked. Phulki’s character continues to shine. Her refusal to give up and her creative solution to train herself using videos is a testament to her strong will. It’s a powerful message about self-reliance. The supermarket scene was well-executed, highlighting the societal mockery she faces while also bringing Rohit face-to-face with her dedication. The episode sets up a compelling storyline: will Rohit overcome his demons to help Phulki, or will she have to forge her path alone? Overall, it was a well-paced episode with strong performances that effectively moved the story forward.
Recap Points
- Rohit decides to stop training Phulki, fearing his troubled past with boxing will bring her harm.
- Undeterred, Phulki finds Rohit’s old boxing tutorial videos and begins to train herself in secret.
- Rohit witnesses Phulki’s determination at her new job in a supermarket, leaving him conflicted about his decision.
Plot Twists
- Rohit’s sudden refusal to continue as Phulki’s coach.
- Phulki’s resourcefulness in finding a way to learn boxing through old videos.
- The revelation that Phulki is secretly working at a supermarket to support herself.
Predictions
- Rohit will be moved by Phulki’s dedication and will eventually agree to train her again.
- The men who taunted Phulki at the supermarket will likely become recurring antagonists, leading to a situation where Phulki has to defend herself.
- The other woman’s plan to use Phulki to get back into Rohit’s life will face complications as Phulki’s own goals become more important to her.