Crushed Season 4 Story:-
The fourth and final season of Crushed continues directly from where the third season left off, delving into the intricate love lives of the main characters and the complexities of their friendships as they begin their 11th grade year. Can all conflicts be resolved? While the storyline isn’t groundbreaking, it nostalgically captures the essence of school days, albeit with some pacing issues. Spread across 6 episodes, most around 20 minutes each (except for the final episode at 43 minutes), the series occasionally feels drawn out, particularly in the first half where recurring conflicts are revisited without much progression. Given the focus on Sam and Aadhya’s romance, a swifter resolution of group conflicts would have tightened the narrative, enhancing the overall experience.
Movie Ratings
| Release Date | 9 February 2024 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, Romance |
| Cast | Aadhya Anand, Anupriya Caroli, Urvi Singh, Naman Jain, Arjun Deswal, Sachin Singh, Shubham Pandey, Manisha Mehra, Chirag Katrecha, Siddhant Raj Tripathi |
| Director | Mandar Kurundkar |
| Writer | Tatsat Pandey, Abhinav Vaidya, Sankalp Raj Tripathi |
| Cinematography | Ninad Gosavi |
| Music | Sid Paul |
| Producer | Karan Dev, Shagun Kazania |
| Production | Dice Media, Pocket Aces Pictures |
| Certificate | 13+ |
The drama commences with the reintroduction of the main characters fresh off their board exam results, navigating career choices while settling into 11th grade. The writers effectively introduce conflict through Sam’s character, grappling with issues among his former friends. Compounded by internal group conflicts, the resolutions take longer than anticipated.
The progression is satisfactory, though the enchantment of the initial season is absent despite the reunion of the original gang. However, interspersed within are tender moments capable of tugging at your heartstrings or at the very least, taking you on a nostalgic journey. While the writers capture the essence of the drama effectively, I yearned for more such moments in the first half of the series to enhance its impact. As conflicts begin to resolve and relationships thaw, a delightful sweetness permeates the group, bringing a smile to your face. The writers adeptly illustrate the characters’ growth in maturity over the three-year period.
The events leading to the finale are notable, particularly due to the dual emotions at play – the farewell of certain characters from the school and the conclusion of the show itself. Despite some shortcomings along the way, glimpses of the initial season’s magic emerge through simpler moments in the screenplay, although some conflicts feel underdeveloped. This sets the stage for a poignant final act, evoking emotions while harking back to the show’s beginning. As for Sam and Aadhya’s fate, I’ll refrain from spoiling it, but suffice it to say, it concludes on a heartfelt note overall.
The dialogue captures Gen Z lingo effectively, enhancing the drama’s relatability. The music and background score complement the series’ vibe, capturing its essence admirably. Cinematography skillfully portrays Lucknow’s vibrant atmosphere. However, tighter editing could have addressed pacing issues. Director Mandar Kurundkar crafts tender moments, though some scenes could be staged more effectively. Overall, the direction keeps the audience engaged.
The ensemble cast delivers strong performances. Siddhant Raj shines as Tanmay, particularly in a poignant act towards the series’ end. Sachin Singh portrays Rajat with sincerity, while Anupriya Caroli impresses with her mature portrayal of Zoya. Naman Jain’s portrayal of Prateek is engaging, and Arjun Deswal impresses once again as Sahil, though his character could have been given more depth. Rudhraksh Jaiswal’s return as Sam showcases remarkable growth, and Aadhya Anand delivers a standout performance, commanding attention with her portrayal of Aadhya’s emotions.
In conclusion, Crushed’s fourth and final season offers a satisfactory conclusion to the high school drama, making it a delightful watch on Amazon miniTV.
