: The story is framed around a police investigation into a suspicious death on campus, revealed early on to be Suhani Ahuja .
: By Episode 4, complex dynamics are in full swing: Saba and Veer begin an unlikely attraction, while Dhruv (the principal's son) forms a secret bond with Saba’s brother, Faruq , a local drug dealer. Critical Review
The first half of the season (T01–T04) is often praised for its high production value and its attempt to go beyond a "shot-for-shot" remake.
The series follows three working-class students—, Saba , and Balli —who receive scholarships to the ultra-exclusive Hampton International after their local school is destroyed in a fire.