The One With The (Best) TV Series!

NO, NO, NO!

Breathe a sigh of relief folks, I am NOT talking about the conventional serials.

(You know the typical ones with grandparents who never age, the evil saas (Mother-in-law) and insanely sweet bahu (daughter-in-law), clad in designer sarees with heavy jewelry along with women who are pregnant for more than two years!)

Nope . Not that one. You can relax! *whew!*

I’m talking about the one where you do not have to leave the banks of rationality and plunge into a world of absurdity. The one which slaps you right across your cheek with harsh reality and says,

“Welcome to the real world. It sucks! You’re gonna love it.”

Yikes! Looks like I let the cat out of the bag.

Yes you’re right ladies and gentlemen,

‘F.R.I.E.N.D.S’

(Drum rolls!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)

Adopted and beloved as an intricate part of our cultural landscape since 1994, Friends conjure an aura of extreme amusement befitting its status as one of the best TV sitcoms of all times.

There is no arguing that Friends managed to strike a chord with viewing audiences across the world and still continues to do so. It’s undeniable that each character reflects a little part of us .

So who should we be grateful to?

Yeah hats off to David Crane and Marta Kauffman. You guys totally rule!

So it’s just another series right?

Nope!

Friends ain’t just a series folks. It’s an emotion!

236 episodes, 10 years, 6 friends, 5 cities, 4 apartments, 1 hell of a story.

That, ladies and gentlemen, is the magic called Friends.

This legendary show was an insightful view into their lives, loves, quirks and eccentricities. Even their darkest moments were punctuated with a laugh.

So let’s dive in, shall we?

Delving into this world we see Rachel Green, born with a silver spoon who starts the series by bustling into the infamous Central Perk coffee shop, in her wedding dress, leaving behind a secure future with orthodontist Barry.

*That hairstyle! *

Ladies you know what I’m talkin about!

Rache has won all our hearts by waitressing her way into the fashion world and making us squeal in delight with the infamous statement,

(*Runs to grab a tissue*)

Moving on…

We meet, Ross Geller, I mean Dr. Ross Geller –the divorcee.

( I mean 3 divorces in a lifetime, Whoaaa! try beating that!).

A goofy but romantic paleontologist who stresses on every syllable , that his hi, is almost a lullaby in disguise.

Nevertheless, Ross has never failed to amuse us with his 9 year crush on Rachel Green, his on and off relationship with her, and his relentless justification “We were on a break!”.

Okay, okay, we get it ROSS!

Next in line….

We have the compulsive perfectionist and total control freak, Monica Geller. Metaphorically speaking, the glue that holds everyone together and an incredible cook who has revolutionized the statement, “I KNOW!!!’.

*You could literally hear her voice right?*

She ensures her reign over every detail and her unreasonable expectations of perfection annoys people.

In fact she is so preoccupied with all aspects of perfection, that she often misses the bigger picture of having fun.

Nevertheless she is truly a gem both bold and beautiful.

Okay, NEXT..

Now there is definitely something about this emotionally-stunted man-child who uses humor as a defense mechanism, I mean could this guy BE more sarcastic?

Yes folks, I’m talking about the king of sarcasm, the group’s comic relief, the TRANSPOSTER, Chandler Muriel Bing.

Having grown up in a sexually confusing household with his mother, an erotic novelist, and his father, a cross-dressing Las Vegas entertainer, Chandler clearly fits into the mould of someone suffering from social phobia.

Now, now, now, he may make jokes when he’s uncomfortable but that doesn’t mean he’s incapable of rising to the occasion.

His transformation from a man afraid of commitments, to a loving boyfriend and a perfect husband would be a testimony in this regard.

Awwwww!!!!! I mean the way he looks at her !

*Not jealous at all*

Alright now, moving on….

We have the spotlight on Joseph Francis Tribbiani.

Can’t seem to place that name? Oh come on now, don’t you get it?

It’s Joey!

(Remember? Ichiban — Lipstick For Men) *ROFL*

Yeah! the Casanova of the gang, the daft Italian actor with a heart of gold and hotness quotient intact.

His foolproof pick-up line, “How you doin?”, undeniably casts a spell on every woman. Works on me every time!

*Not blushing*

Now he may be slightly reluctant to share his food or perhaps even lend Hugsy but there is no arguing that he is incredibly selfless and would scruple at nothing to protect his friends!

And finally….

We meet the perennial ray of sunshine among the six.

The lovable hippie, the crazy and upbeat Phoebe Buffay!

Though plagued by a pretty turbulent childhood, she grew up to be a free-spirited and wonderful soul.

Her unorthodox style of dressing and earnest musical pursuits makes her even more adorable. She loves her friends more than anything in this world. And we love you more than anyone for launching Smelly Cat into our lives.

Thanks Pheebs. Mwaahh!!

The six of them together has bewitched us body and soul , and taught us important lessons of love and friendship. When things go downhill somehow they’re all there for us, just like they promised in their theme song.

*I’m pretty sure that music was your ringtone once! Can’t deny it right?*

Beholding a fan, quoting a Friends dialogue perfectly, in an appropriate circumstance is bliss beyond compare.

*When someone quotes friends*

PS:

Hey, wanna make some friends?

Walk up to any generation and shout “PIVOT”. Grins and grimaces assured.

But trust me, you are not going to walk back alone ! ;)