Arushi Sharma, a 19-year-old sweet and childish girl, feels like an outsider in her stepfamily. She lives with her mother, Kriti Sharma, her stepfather, Arjun Sharma, and her step-sister, Janvi. Janvi, who is 28, is constantly plotting to make Arushi look bad in front of their parents. Arushi dreams of becoming a model, but her family doesn’t take her seriously.

Arushi & Janvi:**

** Arushi***: *Sighs* I don’t get why you hate me so much\, Janvi.

*Janvi*: I don’t hate you. I wish you’d stop acting like a child all the time. It’s embarrassing.

*Arushi*: But I *like* being myself. Why should I change?

*Janvi*: Because no one is going to take you seriously if you keep acting like this. You're wasting your life on silly dreams.

*Arushi*: I’m not wasting anything. I have dreams\, and I’m going to chase them. *You* don’t get to stop me.

*Janvi*: *Smirks* We’ll see about that. Don’t expect everyone to cheer you on.

*Arushi*: I don’t need anyone’s approval except my own.

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Arushi tries to remain positive despite Janvi’s constant negativity. Her mother, Kriti, doesn’t offer much support either. She seems more focused on maintaining peace than encouraging Arushi’s dreams. Arushi’s only support comes from her best friend, Ravi, who always believes in her.

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Arushi & Ravi (Her Best Friend):**

** *Ravi***: You know Janvi’s just jealous\, right? She’ll never be happy with your success.

*Arushi*: I know, but it’s exhausting. Every time I try to make something of myself, she finds a way to knock me down.

*Ravi*: Don’t let her get to you. You’re better than all of them. You’ll show them. The world needs to see who you are.

*Arushi*: Thanks, Ravi. I’m just tired of always being the one who has to prove herself.

*Ravi*: You *are* proving yourself. Every day. Just keep going\, and don’t let anyone stand in your way.

Arushi*: *Smiles You always know how to make me feel better.

*Ravi*: Anytime! Keep your head up, Arushi. I’m with you all the way.

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The Sharma family is invited to a gathering at the Malhotra household. Janvi’s fiancé, Akash Malhotra, is there. He’s 32, successful, and very serious. Arushi is initially a little nervous to meet him, but decides to be herself, even if he’s known for being cold and distant.

– Arushi & Akash (First Meeting):**

*Arushi*: *Smiling* Hi! I’m Arushi. Janvi’s little stepsister.

Akash*: *Nods curtly Nice to meet you.

*Arushi*: *Grins mischievously* You know\, you look like you’ve been working hard. Have you been all business and no play?

*Akash*: *Raises an eyebrow* I don’t need play. Work is enough for me.

***Arushi*: **Teasing Wow, how boring. You should loosen up! I bet you could use some fun in your life.

*Akash*: *Sighs* I doubt you know what “fun” is.

*Arushi*: You’d be surprised! I’m full of surprises. Maybe I could teach you how to have fun.

*Akash*: *Stares blankly* I don’t think that’s necessary.

*Arushi*: *Laughs* You’re no fun at all\, Uncle Akash!

*Akash*: *Clenches jaw* “Uncle”? Seriously? I’m not that old!

*Arushi*: Oh, come on, you look like you could be my uncle!

*Akash*: *Rolls eyes* You’re impossible.

At the family dinner, Janvi starts planting seeds of doubt about Arushi in Akash’s mind, painting her as immature and irresponsible. She tries to make Akash see Arushi as nothing more than a childish dreamer.

Janvi*: *Whispers Akash\, I just wanted to warn you... Arushi is a bit... reckless. She’s always chasing one dream after another\, but she never sticks to anything.

*Akash*: *Raises eyebrow* Really? I didn’t get that impression. She seemed... full of energy\, but not irresponsible.

*Janvi*: Trust me, I’ve lived with her long enough to know. She’ll never make it in the real world with her attitude.

*Akash*: *Frowning* I see. *Pauses* But... she does seem determined.

Janvi: She’s all talk. Don’t let her distract you from what matters. She’s just a kid with big dreams, nothing more.

*Akash*: *Hesitates* I’ll keep that in mind.

Akash starts to view Arushi with skepticism, influenced by Janvi’s words. However, he can't shake off the impression that there’s more to Arushi than meets the eye. She may be childish at times, but there’s something about her that intrigues him.

*Arushi*: *Teases* So\, are you ever going to admit that you *like* my childish antics\, or will you keep pretending you don’t find them amusing? 😜

*Akash*: *Frowns* You’re impossible. I don’t find anything amusing about you.

Arushi*: *Laughs Oh\, you totally do. You’re just too stubborn to admit it! 😏

*Akash*: *Rolls eyes* This conversation is pointless.

*Arushi*: *Grins* If you say so\, but I’ll keep teasing you. It’s fun. 😜

Janvi's jealousy grows as she sees Arushi's innocent yet bold nature making an impression on the Malhotra family, especially Akash. Determined to ensure Arushi never gets the chance to pursue her dreams, Janvi starts to sabotage Arushi’s chances.

*Janvi*: *Whispering* Akash\, I need to talk to you about something. It’s about Arushi...

*Akash*: *Frowning* What about her now?

*Janvi*: *Looks around\, lowers voice* I hate to say this\, but she’s getting too big for her boots. She’s talking about becoming a model again... I think you should be careful. She’s just looking for attention\, and it’s a phase.

*Akash*: *Hesitates* She said she wanted to pursue modeling\, but... I didn’t think it was that serious.

*Janvi*: *Nods* Trust me. She’s not serious about anything. She’ll just disappoint you in the end. And\, you know how your mother feels about these things\, right? She’s traditional. She’d never approve of Arushi becoming a model.

*Akash*: *Ponders* I don’t know... I haven’t seen her give up on anything. She seems determined.

*Janvi*: *Sneers* That’s exactly what she wants you to think. Don’t be fooled by her childlike demeanor\, Akash. She’s not the kind of person you want around.

*Akash*: *Looks away\, unsure* I’ll think about it.

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Arushi*: *Frustrated I got the modeling opportunity I’ve been waiting for... but the agency just backed out at the last second. They said I wasn’t “serious enough.” 😔

*Ravi*: *Shocked* Wait\, what? But you’ve been working so hard!

*Arushi*: I know! I don’t get it. I’ve been following up, showing them my portfolio, and now this.

*Ravi*: *Confused* Someone must have said something to them. This doesn’t make sense.

*Arushi*: *Sighs* I don’t know what’s going on\, but it feels like everyone is trying to pull me down. Even my own family...

*Ravi*: *Pauses* Arushi... I hate to say this\, but I have a feeling Janvi might have something to do with it. She’s always been threatened by you.

*Arushi*: *Angry* I swear\, if she did this\, I won’t let her get away with it.

*Ravi*: Don’t worry. This is just a bump in the road. Keep pushing forward, and the right opportunity will come.

*Arushi*: *Determined* You’re right. I won’t give up. I’ll find a way to prove them all wrong. 💪

Arushi’s career dreams are on the line, but she’s not giving up. As her relationship with Akash begins to shift, she continues to tease him, calling him “Uncle” in jest. Akash starts to show signs of being intrigued by Arushi’s energy, though he continues to hide his feelings.

– Akash & Arushi (Awkward Moment)

*Akash*: *Walks into the room where Arushi is sitting* Hey. I heard about what happened with the agency. Are you okay?

Arushi*: *Not looking at him It’s fine. I’ll just find another opportunity.

*Akash*: *Sighs* It’s hard to believe you’re not letting this get to you. Most people would give up.

*Arushi*: *Looks up* Why? Just because I’m not giving up on something I love doesn’t mean I’m weak.

Akash*: *Looks guilty I didn’t mean it like that... It’s just... You’re a lot different from what I thought you’d be.

*Arushi*: *Raises an eyebrow* Oh? In what way?

Akash*: *Pauses\, searching for words* I thought you were just a... *chuckles a child playing around with some silly dreams. But it looks like you’re serious. Maybe I underestimated you.

*Arushi*: *Smirks* You thought I was just a kid? Oh\, come on\, Akash\, you can’t be that blind. I have big dreams\, and I won’t stop until I make them come true. No matter what anyone says.

*Akash*: *Pauses\, looking at her seriously* I didn’t expect you to be this strong.

*Arushi*: *Grinning* You don’t know half of what I can do. 😉

*Akash*: *Sighs* Maybe I was wrong about you... But I still don’t think modeling is a practical career.

*Arushi*: *Eyes sparkle* I don’t need you to think it’s practical. I just need you to see that I can do it.

*Akash*: *Looks away\, muttering* You’re stubborn.

Arushi*: *Laughs Thank you! I take that as a compliment. 😜

Setting:

The conversation ends with Arushi feeling more confident than ever. Akash, though still skeptical, finds himself admiring her determination. However, Janvi’s plan continues to brew in the background, and it’s only a matter of time before the next conflict arises.

 Arushi & Akash (Playful Teasing)

*Arushi*: *Grinning* So\, Uncle Akash\, any plans for the weekend? Or are you just going to sit around and be all serious? 😆

*Akash*: *Rolls eyes* Again with the “Uncle” thing? I’m not *that* old\, Arushi.

*Arushi*: *Teasing* Sure you’re not. You just act like it! You need to relax and have some fun! 😜

*Akash*: *Sighs* I don’t need to relax. I need to focus on... well\, life.

*Arushi*: *Laughs* Oh\, you’re a piece of work\, you know that? Always so grumpy.

*Akash*: *Smirking* And you’re always so... cheerful\, even when everything’s falling apart around you.

*Arushi*: *Winks* That’s the secret to success\, Uncle. Stay happy and never let the world get you down. 😊

*Akash*: *Softly* You are something else\, Arushi.