Dil Ka Ilaaj

Act 1: Tensions and Encounters

Settings: New Delhi (India) | Dubai (UAE) | Phuket (Thailand) | Cape Town (South Africa) 

• Dr. Raghav Rai and Dr. Naina Verma meet at a hospital in New Delhi; initial friction due to Raghav’s emotional distance and Naina’s idealism.

• Naina’s family dynamics: clashes with Dr. Naresh Verma; Anjali tries to mediate; Aman provides light-hearted relief.

• Raghav’s family pressures: Dr. Vikram Rai demands perfection; Kavita offers quiet support; Ritika challenges Raghav’s emotional walls.

• Dr. Natasha Oberoi introduced in Dubai — obsessively fixated on Raghav; her parents (Anil and Vasundhara) and allies (Rashmi and Pallavi) support her manipulative plans.

• A serendipitous first soft moment: Raghav and Naina cross paths at a beach medical camp; fleeting vulnerability shared.

• Cape Town: Raghav and Naina reunite briefly for a humanitarian case — a shared night shift sparks emotional sparks.   

Act 2: Collaboration and Growing Bonds

Settings: New Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Mumbai & Varanasi (India) | Fiji | Vienna (Austria)

• New Delhi: Scenes showing increasing hospital pressure, Natasha’s creeping influence, and Ritika’s banter with Siddhant. 

• In Jaipur, Raghav and Naina collaborate on a complex pediatric cardiac case. Tensions ease as their mutual respect grows professionally. Siddhant is introduced, sparking witty chemistry with Ritika.  

• In Agra, medical seminar brings the team to Agra; romantic tension builds between Raghav and Naina. 

• Natasha, Rashmi and Pallavi starts subtly undermining Naina’s credibility. Trisha becomes more suspicious of Natasha's actions.  

• A romantic boat ride in Varanasi creates a pivotal bonding moment for Raghav and Naina.

• In Mumbai, professional stakes and romantic moments between Raghav and Naina heighten. 

• Natasha, aided by Rashmi and Pallavi, begins psychological warfare against Naina and tries to isolate Raghav from her. 

• Trisha Oberoi, Natasha’s empathetic sister, tries to warn others about Natasha’s instability.

• In Fiji, Raghav and Naina’s medical conference getaway becomes unexpectedly intimate.

• Raghav and Naina’s romance deepens in Vienna.

Act 3: International Challenges and Emotional Unveiling

Settings: New Delhi (India) | London (UK) | Paris (France) | Brussels & Bruges (Belgium) | Amsterdam (Netherlands) | Singapore | Manali (India)

• In Delhi, Natasha's manipulation reaches Raghav’s hospital board. Naina faces rumors and rising professional hurdles. 

• Raghav and Naina perform groundbreaking surgery at London conference.

• Emotional and romantic moments unfold in Paris.

• Travel through Belgium and Amsterdam strengthens their bond.

• Natasha intensifies her mind games; Trisha and Tanvi attempt to protect Naina and Raghav.

• In Singapore, Raghav confronts his traumatic past, encouraged by Naina’s warmth and Gaurav’s friendship.

• Aditi serves as the emotional peacemaker, helping Naina stay focused and grounded.

• Natasha’s cold, abusive upbringing (Anil and Vasundhara’s influence) is revealed, adding depth to her character.

• Reflective, peaceful moments unfold in Manali.

Act 4: Crisis and Commitment

Settings: New Delhi (India) | Zürich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Zermatt, Grindelwald, Davos, St. Moritz, Geneva & Montreux (Switzerland) | Rome, Pisa, Florence, Milan & Venice (Italy) | Sydney (Australia) | Goa (India) 

• In Delhi, Natasha’s sabotage escalates; fake reports and doctored evidence shake trust in Raghav and Naina; hospital board begins internal probes. 

• Ritika and Siddhant uncover digital trails tied to Natasha's allies.

• Kavita and Anjali help keep the families steady.

• Naresh and Vikram begin to soften, seeing the toll on their children.

• Tensions peak before Raghav and Naina leave for Switzerland.

• A life-threatening case forces Raghav and Naina to push their limits professionally and emotionally during an emergency surgery in Switzerland.

• Rome and Venice bring romance; their connection matures.

• Trisha visits the couple in Pisa and Florence — brings key revelations and warnings.

• Natasha and Vasundhara host a lavish, manipulative party in Milan to damage reputations.

• Natasha’s schemes peak; she tries to sabotage Raghav’s career and manipulate hospital authorities.

• Trisha risks everything to expose Natasha’s dangerous actions.

• Naresh and Vikram soften their stances. 

• Sydney marks a turning point where Raghav openly embraces vulnerability, promising to fight for love and healing.

• Goa becomes their sanctuary for romantic and personal resolution.

Act 5: Resolution and New Beginnings

Settings: New Delhi, Mussoorie, Nainital, Shimla & Darjeeling (India) | New York (USA)

• Back in Delhi, Natasha, her parents (Anil and Vasundhara), Rashmi, and Pallavi are arrested for medical fraud, psychological abuse, and criminal conspiracy, thanks to Trisha’s testimony.

• Naina and Raghav reunite with their respective fathers. 

• Ritika and Siddhant’s relationship blossoms; Aman continues to bring humor and modern insight to the family.

• Gaurav remains Raghav’s loyal friend, supporting his emotional growth.

• Raghav and Naina retreat to the Himalayas (Mussoorie, Nainital, Shimla & Darjeeling) to recover emotionally and plan their future together.

• The story ends in New York, with Raghav and Naina united personally and professionally, hopeful and ready to face life’s challenges hand in hand. 

Main Characters: 

• Dr. Raghav Rai (Male Lead) – Cardiothoracic Surgeon; Emotionally distant, brilliant, and haunted by past trauma. Struggles to let love in.  

• Dr. Naina Verma (Female Lead) – Pediatric Cardiologist; Warm-hearted, idealistic, and strong. Believes every heart—no matter how damaged—can heal.  

• Dr. Natasha Oberoi (Main Antagonist) – Psychiatrist; Obsessive, unstable, and manipulative. Sees Raghav as hers and will destroy anyone who gets in her way.  

Supporting characters:   

• Dr. Naresh Verma – Naina's father; Internal Medicine Specialist; Stern, traditional, values discipline and reason; often clashes with Naina’s emotional approach but later softens his stance.  

• Anjali Verma – Naina's mother; Gentle, nurturing, emotionally wise; the bridge between Naina and Naresh.  

• Aman Verma – Naina's younger brother; Engineering Student; Witty, easygoing, modern thinker; supportive younger brother and comic relief.  

• Dr. Vikram Rai – Raghav's father; Senior Cardiologist; Proud, high-expectation patriarch; pushes Raghav to be perfect and fears emotional weakness but later softens his stance.  

• Kavita Rai – Raghav's mother; Soft-spoken but observant; anchors the family, supports both Raghav and Ritika subtly.  

• Dr. Ritika Rai – Raghav's twin sister; Neurosurgeon; Fierce, outspoken, brilliant; defends Raghav but challenges his emotional cowardice.  

• Dr. Anil Oberoi – Natasha's father; Senior Psychiatrist; Cold, calculating, emotionally distant; emotionally abusive, shaped Natasha’s rigidity.  

• Vasundhara Oberoi – Natasha's mother; Socialite; Appearance-obsessed; supports Natasha’s emotional instability; favors control and image.  

• Trisha Oberoi – Natasha's younger sister; exact opposite of her; Painter; Free-spirited, kind, emotionally attuned; often acts as the conscience Natasha lacks.  

• Dr. Tanvi Sharma – Naina's friend; Anesthesiologist; Rational, sarcastic, fiercely loyal; provides comic relief and mature support to Naina.  

• Dr. Aditi Bhardwaj – Naina's friend; OB-GYN; Smart, warm, emotionally balanced; often the peacemaker and reality check.  

• Dr. Gaurav Mehta – Raghav's friend; Cardiac Anesthesiologist; Loyal, humorous, dependable; tries to break Raghav’s emotional shell.  

• Dr. Siddhant Bansal – Raghav's friend; Trauma Surgeon; Ambitious, competitive but sincere; respects Raghav, flirts with Ritika.  

• Dr. Rashmi Chauhan – Psychiatrist; Natasha’s ruthless ally; power-hungry, unethical, fuels Natasha’s darker impulses.  

• Dr. Pallavi Saxena – Psychologist; Natasha’s manipulative ally, master of mind games. 

Primary Setting: New Delhi 

Other Settings : 

• India: Jaipur | Agra | Varanasi | Mumbai | Goa | Mussoorie | Nainital | Shimla | Manali | Darjeeling

• Asia: Phuket, Thailand | Singapore 

• Oceania: Fiji | Sydney, Australia 

• Middle East: Dubai, UAE

• Africa: Cape Town, South Africa 

• North America: New York, USA

• Europe: London, UK | Paris, France | Brussels & Bruges (Belgium) | Amsterdam, Netherlands | Zürich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Zermatt, Grindelwald, Davos, St. Moritz, Geneva & Montreux (Switzerland) | Rome, Pisa, Florence, Milan & Venice (Italy) | Vienna (Austria) | Prague (Czechia)