EP-15
*Monday-The day of Aadrika's interview*
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Walks into the sleek modern office of the animation company*
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*She's guided to a conference room*
Harsh (M.L PA)
*Waiting inside for the last candidate*
Harsh (M.L PA)
*Without looking up* Ms. Aadrika, correct?
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
Yes, that’s me.
Harsh (M.L PA)
*Finally meeting her gaze with a neutral expression* Please, take a seat.
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Nods and sits, her hands clasped tightly in her lap*
Harsh (M.L PA)
Your portfolio is impressive. Let’s start with some questions about your creative process and your experience working under tight deadlines.
The interview proceeds with Harsh asking a series of detailed, pointed questions. Aadrika answers with enthusiasm, occasionally injecting humor to lighten the mood. Harsh remains professional but seems mildly impressed.
Harsh (M.L PA)
*After a pause* That will be all for now.
Harsh (M.L PA)
We’ve reviewed several candidates, but only two, including you, have made it this far.
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Happy smile* 💭Thank you. God.
Harsh (M.L PA)
However, since the position is highly competitive, our CEO will take the final interview to decide between you and the other candidate.
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Smile faded,Serious expression again* 💭 I'll take my thanks back for now
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
Thank you. When will I be meeting him?
Harsh (M.L PA)
In about fifteen minutes. Wait in the lounge, and I’ll inform you when it’s time.
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Nods, steps out of the room, and immediately calls her friends*
In the lounge, Aadrika paces nervously, phone pressed to her ear. Himadri and Meher answer her conference call..
Himadri sharma(F.L college bestfriend)
*Excited* Aur select ho gyi?
[Translation: Did you got selected?]
Meher Singh (F.L college bestiee)
*Nervously* Han kya hua wahan?
[Translation: Yeah! What happened there?]
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
Guys, I’m freaking out! The interviewer said I made it to the final round, but now I have to meet the CEO
Himadri sharma(F.L college bestfriend)
*Eyes widen*
Meher Singh (F.L college bestiee)
*Listening attentively*
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Biting her nails* Agar hamne kachra kar diya to?
[Translation : What if I mess up?]
Himadri sharma(F.L college bestfriend)
Breathe, Aadrika! You’ve got this. You’ve already impressed them, that's why you get shortlisted.
Meher Singh (F.L college bestiee)
*Joining in* Exactly!!
Aur tu koi kachra nhi kregi.. hmpe bharosa rakh.
[Translation: And you won't mess up.. Believe us]
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Sighing* I don't know..I'm super nervous.
Himadri sharma(F.L college bestfriend)
*Grinning* Listen ..Remember, the CEO’s just a person. You’ll charm them with your talent and your dazzling smile.
Meher Singh (F.L college bestiee)
*Chuckles* Aur agar na mane to pair pakadliyo...Aur tabtak pakade rhiyo jabtak company mein position na de de.
[Translation: And if he doesn't agree,hold his feet and don't let go till he gives you the position in his company]
Himadri sharma(F.L college bestfriend)
*Laughs* Not a bad idea.
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*groaning* Easy for you to say. You’re not about to face a top executive!
Meher Singh (F.L college bestiee)
*Getting serious* Listen, just be yourself. You’ve worked so hard for this. You deserve it.
Himadri sharma(F.L college bestfriend)
Hmm..And remember. "If it is meant for you no one can take it from you"
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Nods, trying to absorb their encouragement*
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
Thanks, guys. I’ll let you know how it goes.
*Meanwhile, in his spacious office*
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*Leans back in his chair, reviewing the portfolio of the first shortlisted candidate, a talented young man*
Nishant Singh
*Sits across from him, exuding confidence*
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*In his cold demeanor* Your work is impressive. You have a strong grasp of storytelling and character design.
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
We'll let you know our decision soon.
Nishant Singh
*Smiles thanking him*
After the interview concludes
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*Turns his attention to another portfolio on his desk—the one belonging to the second candidate. He flips through it*
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*He presses the intercom* Harsh, Send in the next candidate- Shruti Desai.
Harsh (M.L PA)
*After a brief pause he responds his voice Calm*
Harsh (M.L PA)
Sir, the next candidate’s name isn’t Shruti Desai. It’s Aadrika Tripathi.
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*Frowns, flipping back to the portfolio on his desk. His eyes land on the name printed neatly at the top*
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*Irritated* Harsh, you’ve been working with me for years, yet you can’t even read properly? The name on this portfolio clearly says Shruti Desai.
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