The Banyan Tree
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When IAS Kavya Bansal discovers she's pregnant, she's ready to give up everything for her family. But husband, Chief Minister Adhiraj Pradhan has other plans.
Haunted by past mistakes and determined to rekindle the fire in Kavya's soul, Adi is adamant that they will have it all - love, career, and family.
As Kavya wrestles with self-doubt and Adi confronts his own demons, can this power couple find their way back to each other? Will they build the future they've always dreamed of, or will the pressures of politico-administration and parenthood tear them apart?
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