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Never have i ever cast teacher11/27/2023 The relationship between Devi and Aneesa is the major crux of the season and the way it’s utilized as a means for her growth is great in both writing and character. The universe challenges her to do the right thing and she keeps failing. Once a ridge between the two occurs, their friendship is put to the test and Devi has to untangle the biggest mess she has inadvertently caused. ![]() Surprisingly, they become friends, sharing similar experiences as Indian teenagers living in America and raised by traditional parents. ![]() Once Aneesa arrives after the events of a big Devi screw-up, she feels immediately shown up by this cooler, hipper, and (in her eyes) hotter Indian girl who is dubbed as Devi 2.0. If anything, it explores the relationship between Devi and the new Indian girl in her class, Aneesa (Megan Suri). The season’s overall narrative is marketed as an ongoing love triangle between Devi, Ben, and Paxton but thankfully it’s not the front and center arc for Devi. It challenges her to develop as a character and the route they take her down is great. In other series, you see characters get the equivalent of a slap on the wrist, but Devi gets figurative punches to the face as a result of her actions. If Devi lashes out or messes up in tremendous feats, she faces rightful consequences for her actions. A major aspect that makes this show and season in particular as earnest and daring as the first is its fair and unforgiving atmosphere. As much as I detest this character due to her insensitive actions and mentality, she reminds me of the worst version of who I used to be, and like many teenagers, the show gives her steps to grow. At times I would scream, “Goddamn it Devi, you fool!” while regressing and getting trauma flashbacks to my unfortunate series of angsty teenage high school drama. She still has a hard time expressing herself and controlling her anger, as many of us who were once young and messy did. As much as Devi’s myriad of unfortunate and poor actions get under your skin, she’s still relatable as a flawed teenager who’s young and rebellious in her own right. Watching Devi navigate through various emotions ranging from affection to aggression as a coping mechanism to her recent loss of her father continues to be explored this season through new avenues. ![]() Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is a national treasure and deserves so many more roles. While the entire ensemble is great, Ramakrishnan still carries the show on her shoulders and has the power to carry a feature film as well if somebody would just cast her in something. The fact that this is, to this day, Ramakrishnan’s only role validates that she deserves to be everywhere and in everything in the same ranks as the Stranger Things kids. Her comedic timing is impeccable as hell and her dynamic with all of her costars is so natural and strong, it feels like you’re watching a documentary at times rather than a straight-up sitcom. Despite all the terrible actions and decisions that Devi makes this season, Ramakrishnan does the perfect balancing act of being so captivating to watch while portraying this messy and selfish character you still sympathize with. This is Ramakrishnan’s series and once again, she delivers a commanding and downright unstoppable leading performance that’s raw, earnest, and full of charm. ![]() We all said this during the first season but it’s time to reiterate: Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is a bonafide star.
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