MUMBAI: The trailer for BBC’s much-awaited TV adaptation of Vikram Seth’s novel A Suitable Boy has been released. Directed by Mira Nair, the miniseries stars Ishaan Khatter, Tabu, Tanya Maniktala, Rasika Dugal, and Ram Kapoor among others.

The story is set in newly independent India and follows four families. The title refers to a character called Mrs Rupa Mehra looking for a ‘suitable boy’ for her daughter Lata. Lata’s arranged marriage is the main event of the book.

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The trailer raises the familiar (to those who know the original story) thematic beats from the book. The production value is magnificent, and this includes the cinematography, alternating between warm and cool tones. There are stunning shots of ghats. There does not appear to be any attempt at overly exoticising the setting and people for foreign audiences. 

The only issue is the language. Indians living in Hindi heartland speaking perfect English just does not seem natural. 

Also, there is always a reader's fear of whether an adaptation will do justice to the book or ruin the story forever. For now, it appears the creators are doing their best to actually be true to the essence of Vikram Seth’s book. 

SOURCE – THE INDIAN EXPRESS 

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