Shivangi Joshi and Kushal Tondon’s much-awaited show Barsaatein: Mausam Pyaar Kaa finally aired on Sony TV on Monday. The office romance between Shivangi Joshi and Kushal Tondon is winning the hearts of the public. However, the first episode of Barsaatein has also generated controversy for showing sexual harassment at the office between the lead pair.

Social media users have objected to a scene in which Kushal character inappropriately touches Anuradha, played by Shivangi Joshi. Fans of Kushal Tondon have also criticized the producers of the show for showing the male lead in a bad light. Let’s read the whole matter.

The Controversial Butt Scene

Ekta Kapoor’s produced show Barsaatein is a story of Reyansh Lamba (played by Kushal Tandon) and Anuradha Sahni (played by Shivangi Joshi). Reyansh Lamba is the chief editor of the media company Nation True while Anuradha is a motivated Journalist. The duo clashes at the office where their chemistry peaks. In one of the scenes, while discussing a news story, Reyansh pats Anuradha’s butt and goes ahead. This gesture made Anuradha furious and then she went on to slap Reyansh in front of all the office staff. The episode ends with the slap while the next promo saw Anuradha complaining about Reyansh to the HR.

Social Media Reacts To The Controversial Scene 

After the premiere of the first episode, social media users started complaining about the controversial scene. Fans of Kushal Tondon are disappointed with the actor’s character shown in a negative light. Also, people are worried about showing the love angle between a sexual abuser and a female lead. Stating the same, one of the Twitter handle wrote:

“This is problematic af!! U know what is the saddest part they will show a love affair between these 2 And stan tt will praise the guy saying oh what redemption Sony TV totally promoting sexual harassment at workplace”

“He deserves this slap”, another user commented.

However, netizens are praising Anuradha’s fearless gesture of slapping Reyansh after the inappropriate act. One user wrote: 

“The girl took a stand for herself right away and complained too unlike other itv female leads.”

“Oh !!! you did the best girl, he deserved it !!!!! “,Another Twitter user wrote.

Fans Praising Shivangi Joshi’s Outfits

Apart from that chemistry and controversial scene, Shivangi Joshi’s wardrobe in the show is also winning hearts. People are liking the character of Anuradha and her various modern yet so classical dresses on the show. Here are some of the related comments about Shivangi Joshi’s outfits:

“Yes, I loved Shivangi’s styling in the show — all her suits and sarees. Loved all of Kushal’s outfits too.The aesthetics and cinematography were really great”

“Officially in love with aradhana’s styling”

Barsaatein Trending On Twitter

Barsaatein is continuously trending on Twitter since the premiere of its first episode on Monday. The promos of Barsaatein had already created a buzz among fans. People were highly excited to watch Shivangi Joshi and Kushal Tondon come back on television. The lead pair’s chemistry is said to be the USP of this show. What are your views on Sony TV’s Barsaatein: Mausam Pyaar Kaa?