Beyond The Hoops

CHARACTERS

Characters:

Aryan Kapoor

· Devansh's childhood friend and teammate.

· Loyal, protective, and always ready with a joke to lighten the mood. Aryan is the glue that holds the team together with his upbeat energy

Riya Mehra

· Neha's best friend and teammate.

· Empathetic, nurturing, and fiercely protective of Neha.

Coach Vikram Singh - The Mentor

· Coach of the women's national basketball team.

· Stern but fair, with a soft spot for his players, especially Neha.

· A former basketball star whose career was cut short by injury, Coach Vikram has dedicated his life to mentoring the next generation of players. He sees potential in Neha but is also aware of her struggles.

Kabir Sharma - Journalist

· A sports journalist known for his no-holds-barred reporting.

· Shrewd, opportunistic, and relentless in his pursuit of a story.

Dr. Ananya Roy - Sports Psychologist

· A psychologist brought in to help the team navigate the emotional fallout of the scandal.

· Calm, insightful, and deeply empathetic

Priya Khanna

· Neha's mother, a former schoolteacher turned homemaker

· Warm, loving, but also anxious and overprotective. Priya is deeply concerned about Neha's well-being, though her approach often involves hovering too much, which can feel stifling to Neha.

· Priya still doesn't fully know what happened to Neha but senses that her daughter is carrying a heavy burden. She's torn between wanting to protect Neha and giving her the space she needs to heal.

Rohan Khanna

· Neha's father, a successful businessman who is often absent due to work commitments.

· Stoic, pragmatic, and emotionally distant. Rohan struggles with expressing his emotions and often resorts to practical solutions rather than emotional support.

Nikhil Khanna - The Ambitious Cousin

· Neha's cousin, an up-and-coming sports agent.

· Ambitious, charming, and somewhat opportunistic. Nikhil is always looking for the next big thing and is heavily involved in the sports industry.

· Nikhil and Neha were close during their childhood, but their relationship became strained as they grew older, especially after Neha's trauma. Nikhil is aware of some of the rumors surrounding Neha's past but has never confronted her about them.

Suman Khanna - Traditional Grandmother

· Neha's paternal grandmother, a traditional matriarch with strong opinions.

· Stern, traditional, and set in her ways. Suman values family honor and reputation above all else.

· Suman has always held high expectations for her grandchildren, especially Neha, whom she sees as the family's pride.

Vikram Malhotra

Devansh's father, the founder and chairman of Malhotra Corp., a leading business conglomerate.Charismatic, authoritative, and highly driven. Vikram is a self-made man who commands respect both in business circles and within his family.Vikram has always been a dominant figure in Devansh's life, setting high expectations for his son both in the business world and in personal conduct. He pushed Devansh into leadership roles early, including in the company, expecting nothing less than perfection. While he's proud of Devansh's achievements, he struggles to express affection, often coming across as distant and demanding.

Riya Malhotra

Devansh's mother, a former socialite turned philanthropist. Warm, nurturing, and socially adept. Riya is the emotional glue of the family, balancing her husband's sternness with her own gentle, supportive nature.Riya gave up her high-profile social life to focus on raising Devansh and his siblings. She's always been deeply involved in her children's lives, offering them the emotional support that Vikram often lacks. Riya understands the pressures Devansh faces and tries to shield him from his father's intensity, though she doesn't always succeed.

Aakash Malhotra - The Competitive Younger Brother

Devansh's younger brother, a rising star in the tech industry. Ambitious, competitive, and slightly rebellious. Aakash has always lived in Devansh's shadow, which has fueled his drive to carve out his own path.Aakash admires Devansh but also resents the constant comparisons to his older brother. While Devansh followed their father into the family business, Aakash chose to enter the tech world, determined to make a name for himself independently.

Nandini Malhotra - The Traditional Grandmother

Devansh's paternal grandmother, a deeply traditional and influential figure in the family.Stern, wise, and deeply rooted in tradition. Nandini is the matriarch who holds the family's values and traditions in high regard.Nandini has always had a significant influence on Devansh's upbringing, instilling in him the importance of family honor, duty, and legacy. She is proud of Devansh's accomplishments but often pressures him to uphold the family's traditional values, particularly when it comes to marriage and personal conduct.