A spell of pitter-patter on scorching afternoons leaves a lingering calmness in our minds. So does a good story. The characters, the emotions they display, and the dialogues get entrenched in the hearts of audiences. One such story is the web series “Sweet Karam Coffee” available on Amazon Prime. What caught my attention prima facie was the cover image. Three women belonging to different age groups staring at the tiny beads coursing down the windowpane with surprise and bliss writ on their faces intrigued me. And, not to mention the stellar cast. Lakshmi and Madhoo have proved their acting prowess on numerous occasions. Who can forget the “Roja” girl? The characterization is precise and meticulous. The women aren’t portrayed as perfect. They have their share of flaws and they own it. There are no overwhelming emotions yet the audience shed a tear or two.
The story takes off with Kaveri (played by Madhoo) praying for her family. She has a specific wish for every family member while her desires get sidelined. Does the character remind you of anyone? Can you relate to it? I’m sure, the majority of the women would be nodding in the affirmative with tears rolling in their eyes. Sundari (played by Lakshmi) on the other hand feels suffocated being cooped up in the house. Under the garb of affection and concern, her son asphyxiates her soul with his overprotective nature. Nivi (played by Santhy Balachandran) wallows in sorrow and confusion after her self-centered boyfriend suggests she give up on her dreams. The men of the house namely Kaveri’s husband and son pass off as highly intellectual beings while taking a dig at the women in their lives whenever they get a chance. And, one fine day, the three women (grandmother, granddaughter, and daughter-in-law) decide to go on a road trip.
During the trip, the women get connected to each other at a deeper level. The beauty is that the connection doesn’t happen in the blink of an eye. It is slow and steady like a pudding prepared in simmer mode. Each character unravels their inner self, slowly, bit by bit. Not only do they find comfort in each other’s company but they begin to look for happiness within themselves. During the course of their journey, they happen to cross paths with strangers who influence their lives in a subtle yet profound manner. The makers focus only on the positive aspects of a road trip making this story a fresh breeze amid tumult.
“You are never too young to know yourselves. I know me.” Kaveri’s words tap a locked portion of the audience’s heart sending them on a roller coaster ride of memories and emotions. The film sheds light on the importance of the present moment coercing the watchers to ponder on their lives. The women fight, understand each other, bond, and see each other and themselves in a new light.
After a hiatus, they return home only to be embraced by the men of the family with open arms. Kaveri tries to reignite the lost spark in their romantic relationship while Nivi finds her footing. Sundari feels relieved after getting rid of a huge burden she had carried for years. The show ends on a partly happy note. While it was euphoric to watch the characters unite and bond like never before, I wonder if a solo trip would bring a positive change in our lives in reality? Will distance rekindle love? We can only hope for it to happen.
Everything said and done, “Sweet Karam Coffee” is a hot, spicy, and delectable show that would remain ingrained in the hearts of the audiences for a very long time.
The Momma Clan 
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