Writer's Note :
Welcome Back Lovely Reader!!
As we celebrate two years of Anuj today. Here is a gift from my side to celebrate one of the most charming, loving, caring ML of ITV!!!
Hope you all like it.
This one is really long so grab your popcorn and relax yourself.❤️
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Anuj itne dinon se mai wo aapse kuch kehna chahti thi....kehna chahti thi ki.... Wo Aap naa bahut acche hain.....Bacchon ke bhi favourite Hain.....meri itni madad karte hai...mera itna dhyaan rakhte hai...mai wo aapse....ye
Kya mujhse kya......
Anuj's unexpected presence behind her as she practiced, standing dangerously close, made her nervous. She couldn't meet his gaze and lowered her eyes, her heart racing. He leaned in and whispered softly, his words filled with an intimate connection -
Aisa kya kehna thi mujhse, jo aaine ke saamne keh rhi ho, mujhse nahi.....
The warmth of his breath, sent chills all over her frame and she whimpered - "Anooooooj"
Surprised by her reaction, Anuj pulled back slightly as she hit his hand.
Kya hai....kya hai aapko. Aap yaha kya kar rahe hain Anooj. Aaj to aapki meeting thi naa.
And walked towards the kitchen. He laughed at her silliness and sat on the couch.
Haa thi to...par kuch logo ki yaad aa rhi thi to maine socha ki milta chaloo.
And looked at her straight only to catch her blushing. It was his favourite thing to do in the day. He could leave deals of hundreds of crores for the same.
The Gupshup Golgappa Venture was a superhit and became the first choice for a restaurant visit. Miss Anupama Joshi had established herself as a budding entrepreneur. People were inspired by her, and wanted to know much more about her. She started getting calls from different media houses for interviews, different food companies wanted to tie up with her venture.
But she was the same Anupamaa as she was before, just with much more self confidence and courage. Her life was still the same.
Mukku had told her about Anuj's birthday and how he had not celebrated it for so many years due to a mishap with Maa on the same day. Anupamaa was determined to make it special for him this time. Also she planned to tell him About her feelings the same day.
She pre-planned everything. Included Mukku, GK Kaka and everyone else in it.
ANUJ'S BIRTHDAY
He was in deep slumber, lost in his dreams -
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The sound of whisking was getting her irritated while she took her beauty sleep. The telephone rang in the hall and he came with the bowl of pan cake batter to pick it up quickly so that her sleep wasn't disturbed. But she already woke up, and came out rubbing her eyes. She saw him sitting on the couch, walked up to him and cocooned herself in his lap, while he talked on the phone and whisked his batter.
Once done, lifted her in his arms and made her sit on the kitchen platform and started making pancakes. He poured honey into it and gave it to her. She kept it aside. He gave it to her again but she didn't eat it. Then she held his collar and pulled him towards her and planted a peck on his left cheekbone, licking the honey smudged accidentally on the side of his lips. He got excited to see her next move. She ran her fingers through his hair and rubbed her nose with his. Suddenly, pushed him away, jumped and ran giggling loudly. He was astonished, as soon he realised what happened, she was gone already.
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She was playing peek a boo with the curtains, slowly opening and closing it disturbing Anuj from his sleep. He pulled a pillow from the side, put it over his face, turned to the other side and slept again. Now she used another tactic, took the side of her pallu and ran it around his nose, making him feel uneasy. He was murmuring. She titled her head, moving her ears close to him.
Sapno me bhi itna pareshan karti ho......sach me bhi Dil ki baatein chupati ho. Ye to galat baat hai naa Anu, Agar mai apni me aa gya naa to...
And then the rest he murmured was all gibberish, opening a wide Avenue of events for Anu to think of as what he would do "agar apni pe aa gya to". There was a mischievous glint on her face as she continued her play. He felt a strong sneezing sensation and was about to wake when she turned the transistor on and hid under the bed.
Transistor :
Gooood Morning Anooooooj.......Ab uthiye bhi dekhiye Suraj dada kab ke uth gayee.
Anuj was all confused. Though he was happy to get wind of her honey like voice right in the morning, still he wondered how??
Transistor:
Kya hua?? Mujhe dhoondh rahe hain. (Laughs) mat dhoondhiye, nahi milungi Mai. Pehle suniye - "Baar Baar din ye aaye, Baar Baar dil ye gaaye, Aap jiyo hazaro ye meri hai aarzoo. Happy budday to you (3) Anooj...Happy budday to you
His countenance lit up with a wide, effervescent smile only to surrender to shadows again. His 21st was the last, when he was truly happy and nothing else mattered in that moment. After that life has just been dark and gloomy.
Mai jaanti hoo Anuj aapko apna janmdin manana pasand nai hai par ye din sirf aapka nai hai naa, hamare liye bhi boht boht boht khaas hai. To hume manane dijiye. Chaliye ab jaldi se fresh ho jaiye. Bahar ek surprise aapka intezar kar rha hai!!!
Looking at the transistor, a faint curve of his lips hinted at his amusement to know what all she has planned for this day. Not for himself, but a surge of excitement welled up within him as he basked in hearing her infectious enthusiasm. He got up to take a shower.
Muqabala Muqabala Laila.....ohooo Laila
Muqabala Muqabala Laila.....ohooo Laila
As he emerged from his room, rubbing his eyes, he caught sight of her dancing to the beat of "Muqabala." While GK was flipping his favourite chocolate pancakes in the kitchen, showing his moves too. Mukku saw him coming and pulled him to shake a leg by clenching her fist with his. In the midst of a musical trance, he swirled her around. Her joyful laughter filled the air, and amidst the dance, she exclaimed -
bhai Utaaro....mujhe chakkar aa rahe hain.
He put her down and they ran towards GK and hugged him tightly and did the signature step with him.
Muqabala subahallah Lailaa.....
They sat down to have breakfast. As Mukku placed a plate of chocolate pancakes before him, he playfully tapped her on the forehead -
Kyu bacchi!!! Aaj yaad aayi tujhe Bhai ki. Itne dino se gayab thi....ye bhi nai pucha Mai Zinda hoo yaa....
Mukku widened her eyes in surprise -
Bhai!!! Birthday ke din ye sab phaltu batein bolna accha lagta hai kya??
Anuj gently held her arms -
Haa to tujhe bhi to Aaj hi yaad aaya ki Tera Bhai bhi hai yaha
Mukku sat beside him, sharing a sweet moment, as she lovingly fed him a bite of the chocolate pancakes - Sorry na Bhai!!
But he didn't budge.
GK fed him a bite too -
Arey Anooooj kyu bechari meri bacchi se naraz ho rha hai tu. Kaam tha isiliye nai aa payi na.
Mukku nodded in agreement, and Anuj set the plate aside -
Aap to chup hi rahiye Mummy. Dwarka ke kanha itne pasand aa gye inko ki apne Krishna ko bhul ke wahi baithe the ek mahine se. Na phone na msg aur maine call Kiya tha kal to kehte hai Bhajan chal rha hai baad me baat karna ghanchakkar. Mujhe nai baat karni aap dono se.
He rose from his seat, gazing outside with his hands folded, Faking his anger, he furrowed his brows. Mukku brought a duppatta from her room, wore it over her head.
Ye duniya ye mehfil mere kaam ki nahi. Mere kaam ki nahi.
GK took the duppatta and started enacting a scene from a 90's movie.
Hayee mai dukhiyari bechari Bahu. Mujhse koi pyaar nai karta. Sab mujhe akela chod dete Hain. Kitna dukh hai meri zindagi me.
Mukku took his specs and became the Zulmi saas -
Bahu!! Tumhari himmat kaise Hui Aaj pancake banane ki karam jali mujhse pucha tha pehle.... bahut haath chalne laga hai tera kulta
She pulled GK hands and he cried -
Maaf kar dijiye maaji....maaji
Anuj couldn't hold it in any longer. He burst into laughter, so uncontrollable that he ended up sitting on the floor, laughing like a maniac. He playfully pulled Mukku towards him, and GK joined in on the laughter from the sofa. They all lay in each other's laps, relishing the precious time they had together after such a long time. Anu was watching this moment with moist eyes and captured everything in her video camera while warding evil off them.
Anuj's thoughts were consumed by Anu as he planned to meet her at the office, hoping for a birthday surprise. Despite Mukku and GK's protests, he was determined to work on his special day. He meticulously dressed in his best suit, styled his beard and hair, applied his most expensive cologne, and rushed to the office, eager for the possibility of a glimpse of Anu.
KAPADIA GROUP OF INDUSTRIES HEAD OFFICE
The warm surprise from his office colleagues touched Anuj deeply as they greeted him with a birthday song and an array of bouquets and heartfelt wishes. The gesture made him smile, but his yearning to see Anu only grew stronger. With quick steps, he tiptoed towards his cabin, hoping for her presence, only to find it empty. He settled into his chair, surrounded by bouquets and gifts, when he noticed a small steel tiffin box with a handwritten note affixed to it.
Happy Birthday Anooj.....Kanha Ji aapko dher saari khushiyan aur badi lambi umr de.
Anuj instantly recognized the tiffin and knew it was from Anu. He scanned the room, hoping to spot her, but she remained elusive. With anticipation, he opened the box and was greeted by the sweet aroma of his favorite Badam Halwa. Unable to resist, he grabbed a spoon and devoured the delicious treat in one satisfying gulp, savoring the taste, he thought to himself -
Meri sabse badi Khushi to tum ho Anu....Sab kuch hai yaha...tum kaha ho.
Soon he was surrounded by Managers and executives to discuss the upcoming projects and reports of the ongoing work.
Two hours later
Anuj's curiosity about Anu grew even stronger. He decided to inquire with his secretary, who informed him that she had indeed visited in the morning but had left after a brief visit. His surprise deepened when he learned that there were no more meetings scheduled for the day. It appeared that Malvika Madam had issued a strict directive for him to be home for lunch, and Mr. Rathore, the Senior Manager of KGOI, would handle the remaining meetings. Anuj couldn't help but wonder what might be in store for him at home.
KAPADIA RESIDENCE
Anuj couldn't believe his eyes when he entered his home and saw his long-lost school friends, Bunty, Sanju, Adi, and Sunny, engrossed in a cricket match, indulging in popcorn and coke. They were so absorbed in the game that they didn't notice his arrival. As he walked through the hall, confusion filled his mind. He hadn't seen these friends since college ended, and they had drifted apart as life moved forward. Although he often thought about reaching out to them, he never quite mustered the courage.
Inquiring about Mukku's whereabouts from GK, he learned she had gone shopping. Anuj was on the verge of asking who had called his friends when Bunty spotted him in the kitchen. With joy and surprise, they all rushed toward him, embracing him and showering him with birthday wishes. Bunty then handed him a birthday bomb as part of the celebration.
Saale bahut bada aadmi ho gya hai naa tu Jo doston ko hi bhul gya hai. Aaj to tujhe nai chodunga. Poore 10 saal ka badla ek saath lunga.
Sunny tickled him saying -
haa bhai!! Videsh jyada pasand aa gya kya tujhe ya videshi goriyan jo wahi bas gya tha. Hum to phir bhi mil lete the yaha. Tu to gayab ho gya tha langoor.
Adi exclaimed with joy -
wo to Anupama ne call kar diya Hume warna ye to iss Janam me kabhi nai karta.
Standing tall among his old friends, Anuj couldn't help but repeat Aadi's words in his mind, savoring the reunion and the unexpected joy of his birthday celebration with them -
Anu ne call Kiya tha tum sab ko. Haa bata naa??
The restlessness inside Anuj grew with each passing moment. Not having seen Anu since morning was becoming increasingly frustrating for him, and he yearned for a glimpse of her presence.
Sanju playfully tickled him even harder, easing his restlessness. -
Ohooo Anupamaa nai Anu.....jawani ka Kali wala pyaar ab phool ban rha hai Aisa lagta hai....kyu bhai finally Teri setting Hui ki nai..bata na yaar...hume to bata.
His friends, in a teasing manner, began to ask Anuj about his past love story that they knew of, wondering if it had been restarted and if there were any new developments in his romantic life. Anuj couldn't help but smile at their curiosity. GK joined them and they had lunch reminiscing about the past moments and crazy fun they did in college. Then they played PS2 together. Although Anuj was feeling so relieved and elated after a long time but the Anu's absence was still a source of restlessness in his heart. He couldn't help but long for her presence even amidst the joy of being with his old friends.
As his friends bid their farewells and left, Anuj's phone rang, and he saw that it was Mukku calling. He answered with concern, hearing her panting heavily on the other end.
Bhai Mai yaha lift me phas gyi hoo. Please mujhe lene aao. Jaldi nikalo mujhe yaha se warna meri sans atak jayegi. Ye kharab ho jayegi. Bhai.....
Panic washed over him as he realized his sister might be in trouble, and he quickly tried to gather more information from her on the phone.
Mukku bacchi mai aa rha hoo tere paas kaha hai tu bata mujhe.....bilkul tension mat le bata mujhe.
Still panting she continued
Shankar bhaiya ko pata hai location Bhai. Jaldi aao.
Bacchi mai aa rha hoo. Tu bas saans lete reh.waha ek emergency button hoga usko daba de pehle.
With a sense of urgency, Anuj rushed to find Mukku, determined to reach her as quickly as possible after the call was abruptly disconnected.
As Shankar dropped Anuj off at the familiar location of - Shraddha Anaath Ashram
flood of emotions and memories rushed over him. This place was his birthplace, his source of identity, and the sanctuary that had sheltered him when the world had turned its back. His eyes welled up with tears as he gazed at the signboard, but he quickly regained control of his emotions when the urgency of Mukku's call resurfaced. Anuj turned to the driver with a sense of panic, demanding to know why he had been brought here when he needed to reach Mukku urgently.
Mukku called again. Anuj quickly answered it, his voice filled with worry -
Mukku, tu theek hai na???
Shankar Bhaiya pe mat chillao Bhai. Chup chap andar aa jao. Mai bilkul theek hoo.
As Anuj heard Mukku's laughter on the phone, it suddenly dawned on him that he had been fooled into reaching this destination. His initial panic turned into frustration,
Mukku, Tera dimaag kharab hai kya. Aise koi karta hai. What the hell is going on?
Bhai aap andar to aao sab pata chal jayega.
Anuj stepped out of the car and took a deep breath as he made his way towards the Ashram. This place held a deep significance in his life, and he had been a dedicated trustee, ensuring that all the children living there had a comfortable life and received the best education. After the loss of his parents, he had spent a significant amount of time here to find solace and a sense of belonging, almost like becoming an orphan once again.
As he entered the Ashram, the children ran towards him, hugging him tightly and showering him with birthday wishes. They had prepared a cake together with the words Happy Birthday Wonder Uncle written on it, their affectionate nickname for him. Anuj couldn't contain his joy, and tears welled up in his eyes. Mukku had brought a plethora of gifts for the children and asked Anuj to distribute them. He hugged her tightly, overwhelmed with gratitude. The sheer happiness on the children's faces as they received their gifts brought a radiant smile to Anuj's face, making this birthday one he would never forget.
Anuj found himself seated at the center of a beautifully decorated stage-like platform on the large veranda, with Mukku by his side. He couldn't help but signal her with a questioning expression, wondering what was unfolding. Mukku simply responded with a "Wait and watch, Mr." expression.
As the lights were dimmed, Anupama emerged on stage, dressed in a long dark blue Anarkali with ghungroos on her feet. She bore a striking resemblance to his mother, who had been a famous Kathak dancer. Anuj, his eyes moist with confusion and emotion, turned to Mukku for guidance. She gently held his arms, reassuring him, and directed his attention towards the stage, urging him to watch what was about to happen.
Anupama began to dance to the enchanting tune of "Sur ke Ghunghroo," one of his mother's favorite songs, the very song she had often practiced. Anuj was spellbound, unable to tear his gaze away from Anu's graceful movements. Every step she took on that stage seemed like an echo from the past, reminiscent of Mrs. Gayatri's performances from nearly 25 years ago.
For a moment, it felt as though his mother had returned, dancing before his eyes. Anuj was so moved that he stood up, completely entranced, his eyes fixed on Anu without blinking. He wanted to etch this moment into his memory forever, feeling the deep connection between the past and the present.
As the light went off and the music became dim. Anu disappeared and emerged Mukki from the side but a piece of an old letter in hands....they were trembling. She read out loud -
Chikoooo,
Mera beta, kaisa hai tu. Jaha Tak mujhe lag rha hai tujhe ye khat tab milega jab mai ja chuki hongi.
Anuj cried - Maa
Mujhe pata hai tu apna dhyaan nai rakhta. Bas poore din meri sewa karta rehta hai. Bhaag daud karta rehta hai. Beta, tujhe kab yaad aayega ki Teri Zindagi tere apno ki baad me pehle Teri hai. Aaj Tak tune sabko apne se pehle rakha hai, kabhi to apne baare me soch. Mai janti hoo Tera Dil toota hai lekin Zindagi me sabko aage badhna padta hai. Pata nai kanha ji ne Teri kismat me kya likha hai. Par Mai jaanti hoo Mera beta Raja hai aur Raja jaisi hi Zindagi jiyega. Ye khat isiliye likh rhi hoo kyuki tujhe bol nahi paa rhi. Kuch dino se mujhe meri tabiyat bahut kharab lag rhi hai, theek se saans nai aati, khana bhi khaya nai jaata. Mujhe pata hai Mera samay ho gya hai. Ab mujhe jana hi hoga. Mai janti hoo tune saara Zor laga Diya hai mujhe bachane ke liye lekin beta kanha ji ki marzi ke aage kisi ki nai chalti . Mujhe to jaana hoga lekin khabardar jo tune kabhi apne aap ko doshi mana to. Mera beta to duniya ka sabse accha beta hai. Tune jitna mujhe pyaar Diya hai na utna to duniya me koi kisi se nai kar sakta. Meri badkismati hai ki mai tere paas jyada waqt tak nai reh pai lekin mere bacche tu khush rehna. Ye nai kahungi ki mukku ka khayal rakhna, mai jaanti hoo tu rakhega. Bas apna khyal rakhna, apni khusiyon ke baare me bhi soch Lena aur meri Bahu ko jaldi Ghar le aana. Tujhe shayad uska chehra nai dikh rha abhi lekin Mera mann janta hai ki krishna ke khel nirale hai, wo tujhe usse zaroor milayenge Jo sach me sirf teri hai. Uske liye kuch tohfe Gopi Bhai ke paas chod kar Jaa rhi hoo. Itna yaad rakhna chikoo, teri maa humesha tere saath hai...Tere Dil me hai. Tujhe bahut bahut bahut pyaar karti hai. Aur kanha ji se yahi aakhri iccha hai ki agle Janam me tujhe meri hi kokh se Janam mile.
Teri Maa,
Gayatri
Overwhelmed by a flood of emotions, Anuj collapsed to the ground, tears streaming down his face. It was a complex mix of feelings - the deep sadness of losing his beloved mother, whom he cherished more than anything in the world, and the happiness of finally getting the message she had left for him, which she couldn't tell him while departing this world.
Mukku rushed to his side, her own tears flowing as the cassette played an audio recording by their mother. The words, "Aao tumhe chand pe le jaiye pyar bhare sapne sajaye," echoed in their ears. She embraced him tightly, and he clung to her, both of them crying together as if their mother's comforting presence enveloped them, like she patted their back and forehead while humming the lullaby just like old times.
After some time he realised Anu was no where to be seen. He stood up and called her name out. But absence of any response broke his barrier of patience. He retorted Mukku and asked her to call Anu immediately. She had no option but to oblidge. As soon as she dialled, he snatched the phone from her. Anu who had already sat in an auto by then picked the call up thinking it was mukku. She was startled to hear Anuj's voice.
Anu.....phone mat kaatna warna Mai tumse kabhi baat nai karunga. Ye kya baat Hui, aaj mera birthday aur tum mujhe aise tang kar rhi ho. Ek to subah se dikhi nai aur abhi itna bada surprise Dene ke baad gayab ho gyi.
Anu - Surprise kaisa laga aapko.
Restlessness could easily be heard from his voice -
Sab bataunga....tum milo mujhe pehle..abhi ke abhi...kaha ho batao. Mai abhi aa rha hu tumhare paas.
Anu - Arey Arey!! Itna wait Kiya hai aapne thoda sa aur kar lijiye. Aaj itni badi party hai usme jaa ke aaiye phir milti hoo mai aapko.
There was a mischievous glint in her voice.
Anuj was totally frustrated by now -
Koi party warti me nai jaana mujhe samjhi tum. Waise bhi ye party tumhare sucessful venture ke liye rakhi gyi hai. Tumhare liye hai aur tum hi nai aaogi to kaisa lagega.
Anu protested-
Anuj aapko pata hai naa mujhe ye sab party pasand nai hai. Aur aap Kapadia Empire ke CEO Hain. Aapko party attend karni hi padegi. Aap party attend karke aaiye mai apko Ghar pe milungi pakka.
Anuj was in complete denial - nahi nahi nahi
Anu decided to use her charm, lowering her voice to a seductive tone -
Anoooooj, mere liye maan jaiye naa please. Aap party khatm karke aaiye phir mujhe aapse kuch kehna hai.
Anuj lost -
iss sab ka samet badle liya jayega Miss Joshi tum dekh Lena. Thik hai jaata hoo mai, wha se sidhe tumhare Ghar aunga. Wait for me.
Anu laughed and smirked with an added touch of playfulness. Despite his mixed emotions, Anuj reluctantly prepared himself for the party and headed there, even if it was not what he originally had in mind.
GUPSHUP GOLGAPPA VENTURE SUCCESS PARTY
As Anuj greeted his business partners and other guests, he graciously accepted their birthday wishes and congratulations for the success of the chain of cafes. Many inquired about Anupamaa, who had been the face and creator of the project. Anuj, wanting to wrap up the party and be with her, fibbed, explaining that she was unwell. He stood with a glass of champagne, eager to conclude the event and join her.
PRECAP - it was all PERFECTTTT!!!!!
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So this was the chapter!!
The love of his love decided to pamper him on his special day the way he needed to be. But he is still unaware of her feelings. Will he get to know soon or there is still time for it.
Won't give any spoilers!!!
I am sure you will love what's coming next.
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