The Awkward Truth About My “Favourite” TV Series

What movies or TV series have you watched more than 5 times?

The Shows I’ve Watched More Than 5 Times

(Or… the shocking lack of them)

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Some people have comfort shows.

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You know the kind.

The ones they’ve watched five times… ten times… sometimes so many times that they can quote entire scenes before the actors even open their mouths.

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Ask them their favourite series and they’ll give you a list longer than a grocery receipt.

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But me?

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My answer is slightly… awkward.

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Because the truth is —

I’m not really a movies and TV series person.

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Yes, I know.

A rare species in the age of streaming platforms and “Just one more episode” promises that turn into 2 a.m. regret.

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While people around me are discussing plot twists, character arcs, and season finales, I’m usually somewhere else entirely.

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Most likely:

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• reading a book

• listening to songs

• making something with my hands

• or doing some craft work that looked “quick” on the internet but somehow took three hours.

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If I do watch something occasionally, it’s usually an episode of Devon Ke Dev… Mahadev.

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Not because I’m binge-watching it like a dramatic Netflix thriller.

More like the way someone revisits a quiet temple.

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No cliffhangers.

No shocking betrayals.

No characters suddenly turning evil in season five for “plot development.”

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Just mythology, calm storytelling, and Lord Shiva being effortlessly majestic.

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Honestly, that’s probably the closest thing I have to a “re-watch.”

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Meanwhile, the idea of watching the same movie five times makes my brain ask a very practical question:

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But there are so many books waiting to be read…

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And if I have two free hours, my mind automatically votes for:

Book ✔️

Craft project ✔️

Music ✔️

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Movie…

…maybe someday.

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Or maybe not.

But hey — everyone has their own version of entertainment.

Some people binge-watch entire seasons in one weekend.

And some of us binge-buy notebooks, start reading three books at once, and suddenly decide it’s the perfect time to reorganize craft supplies.

Different hobbies.

Different chaos.

Same happiness.

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—Rajeshwari 🧿💕

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Comments

15 responses to “The Awkward Truth About My “Favourite” TV Series”

  1. Vijay Srivastava Avatar

    What a refreshingly honest and delightful reflection, Rajeshwari. Your words beautifully capture something many people quietly feel but rarely say that entertainment doesn’t have to follow the crowd. While the world races through endless seasons and cliffhangers, you’ve chosen a slower, more soulful rhythm of books, music, and creative work.

    I especially loved the comparison of watching Devon Ke Dev… Mahadev to revisiting a quiet temple. That image says so much sometimes the most meaningful experiences are the calm, familiar ones that nourish the mind rather than overwhelm it.

    And that line about “so many books waiting to be read” felt wonderfully relatable. Different hobbies, different chaos, indeed but the same happiness. A lovely piece of writing.🙏

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Sorry for the late reply — I’m just catching up with my comments. Thank you so much, Vijay ji, for your kind and thoughtful words. I’m really glad the piece resonated with you. I loved how you noticed the “quiet temple” feeling in revisiting Devon Ke Dev… Mahadev — that calm familiarity is exactly what draws me back to it. And yes, the pile of unread books truly is a happy kind of chaos. Thank you again for reading so thoughtfully. 🙏✨

  2. CAN’T DO THIS IN A GYM! Avatar

    Thanks for your honesty! I would say anything I watch more than 5 times is definitely for “comfortable feeling!”

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Absolutely! If something survives five rewatches, it’s definitely a comfort watch. 😊

  3. Deepika Avatar

    First of all, you are very honest in your post. You wrote what you feel; that’s very good. Sometimes, entertainment means doing what you enjoy, whether it’s writing, reading blogs, or watching movies and series. It ultimately depends on you.

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Aww, thank you so much for saying that. It really means a lot. I simply wrote what I genuinely felt, and I’m glad it resonated with you. And you’re so right—sometimes entertainment is just about doing the little things that make our heart happy, whether it’s writing, reading, or watching something we love.✨😊

      1. Deepika Avatar

        Thank you, dear. For me, entertainment means spending time with mental peace. My kind of entertainment is being with nature—walking by the sea, rivers, and enjoying peaceful walks.

      2. nihshabdblog Avatar

        That sounds so peaceful Deepika ✨. Being close to nature has its own kind of calm and joy. Walking by the sea or along a river really has a way of clearing the mind. It’s a beautiful way to spend time with yourself.

      3. Deepika Avatar

        your welcome dear

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      Thank you🤍✨

  5. Krishna Shiwarkar Avatar
    Krishna Shiwarkar

    What a refreshing and honest perspective! I love how you embrace your own rhythm instead of following trends. Books, music, and creativity are beautiful companions. Your calm appreciation for mythology and craft truly shines. Stay wonderfully authentic!

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Thank you so much✨

  6. Audrie Gordon Avatar

    Beautiful blog! It’s ok to find your own favorite place to rest and be entertained – I absolutely loved your perspective on this! (I have to admit that I like watching reruns of old shows like Star Trek, Columbo, Psych, and Monk. I miss the plots of the past that’s why.)

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Sorry for the late reply — I’m just catching up with my comments. Thank you so much for your kind words. And I completely agree with you — there’s something special about revisiting old shows. The storytelling from those times had its own charm, and it feels like meeting old friends again. Your list sounds wonderful! 😊

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