SRKajol...The names meant to be together

Getting closer

On the next shooting day, things were definitely different between Shah Rukh and Kajol. They greeted each other, talked between shoots and even shared jokes.

Everyone was quick to notice the changes and mostly were amused.
Kajol and Shah Rukh were themselves aware of that and they internally thanked their director who adviced them to hang out together. Kajol felt her anxiety from new people slowly fading as she became more familiar with the faces around her.

Rest of the shooting days went with little to no problems and srkajol came more and more closer with each passing day. Their chemistry with each other increasing every time they shoot and even Nishant, their Assistant Director gave them a thumbs up.

But someone was not happy. Taniya, the hair stylist was fuming with envy and wanted nothing but to sabotage the new green eyed girl. "Tch. Just one chance...", she used to think.

Time flies and the wrap up party for bazigar is held at the house of their director duo.

All the cast and crew members are  present in the party along with their loved ones. Kajol has arrived with her family, including her father, mother and younger sister. Her eyes is searching for a certain man with dimples but there is no sign of him.

"Is he late again? That boy I swear..."

Then he arrives in a black tuxedo wearing his confident smile. Kajol's eyes were fixated on him as he greeted people and shaked hands.

Then he lifted his gaze towards her and immediately his smile widens causing Kajol to smile back. That was her first genuine smile of the day.

He approaches her and greets her parents and Tanisha...well Tanisha couldn't help fangirling even though her mother was present.

Kajol just rolls her eyes at her sister and excuses herself not forgetting to take Shah Rukh with her saying they should greet everyone together.

They both arrives at the bar not ordering drinks yet as they both know they should be sober for now.

"Hey!" Srk was the first to speak.
"Hi" Kajol replies, her smile returning.

Srk hesitantly says,"You are looking beautiful...in this blue cocktail gown."

Kajol raises a brow and chuckles,"Thanks. I didn't know you were aware of the names of women clothing."

A wave of sadness passes his eyes which he quickly masks with a snicker. "Yeah. I think I read it in a magazine."

"You are also looking good in the tuxedo." Kajol was quick to change the subject.

"Thanks. Guess the balconies are not the most secluded places in the parties like they show in movies." He points to the balcony where three couples were already present.

Kajol chuckles,"Guess everyone look for these balconies in the parties because of the movies."

Shah Rukh laughs with her and they look at each other for a while not knowing what to say next until Kajol asked,"Why are you looking for empty balcony?"

Srk shakes his head a bit before replying,"No just..."

"...I noticed you are not very comfortable with new people so..."

She was surprised he noticed but again that was not something she could hide for a long time.
She nods at him," Yeah that..."
She licks her lower lip lightly before replying,"...I have anxiety issues... anxiety of new people."

Srk could only say 'oh' to the information.

They can feel the awkward environment around them and Srk clears his throat and asks her cautiously, "It must be hard you know to come for shoots, working with strangers there, right?"

He doesn't know why he is asking her the question it's not like he can do anything to help moreover he is not a type of person to pry in someone else's life but with her it's different... it's always different with her for some reason...he wants to know more about her, he wants to come out of his shell and wants her to come out of her own shell...there is always that desire to get closer to her.

She sighs and slightly rubs her hands together while her gaze was everted, "Yeah very. Sometimes I even feel like quitting everything and just hide myself in my house for the rest of my life. I want to be an actress like my mom but sometimes I don't think I am made for this..."

"Don't say that." Srk's response was quick. He doesn't know why but he just doesn't want her to think so negative about her dreams... about herself.

When Kajol meets her gaze with his, she can see that there is no sympathy in those dark brown orbs but only understanding and care. She feels her heart skip a beat for a second. It gets worse as he continues.

" You will be an amazing actress I just know it...even better than your mother and you will make her proud. I have seen you working hard, believe me hard work never goes in vain, it always pays off."

"T-thanks...but..." She was stunned and couldn't help voicing her inner doubts. She could feel herself opening to him like she has never before, "...but this issue of mine...will forever be a hindrance."
She doesn't want to say it loud. Her inner doubts and fears...what will people say... why are you even here trying to act if you're so afraid but with him it's different...she feel oddly comfortable showing her vulnerable side to him.

"...I don't know. Just work it out. If you have anxiety with new faces then work...work till you know everyone in the industry, become familiar with everyone like you are with your family. I know it's easier said than done but...Just don't give up-"
He doesn't know at this point what he is saying, may be his own emotions are not in check right now. He just gave her the advice which he gave himself years ago. "Just work it out... immerse yourself in work so much so that you forget all your pains...all your fears."

He realises that he is in no position to give her any advice and mentally scolds himself for even bringing up the topic."That must be the most stupid advice she could get."

But he sees her stunned expression slowly turning into smile and her lips moving, saying something to him.

"Thank you..."

Thank you?! He takes a deep breath, "Wanna drink? I will get you one..."

"No. It's ok. I want to be sober right now." Although the offer was tempting after all that but she hold herself back.

"If you say so but I am not going to drink tonight. So I will help you...if you get a little drunk you know."
Srk hisses as soon as the words left his mouth.

"Promise?"

Srk looks at her, stunned at her words, "Y-yeah. Promise."

Kajol feels her hesitation leaving at his words,"Fine. Ok then."

Srk smiles and quickly asks bartender for a drink. Then a voice calls out for him.

He turns around to find Taniya, their hair stylist in a sleek black dress.

"We are matching", she says with a sly smirk.

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A/N : These are exactly 1200 words. Phew... Stay tune guys. And I would love if you comment your thoughts. Thank you for being amazing.
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