Forever the Fifth Wheel?
Of all the main characters, Raj was perhaps the most adrift. His inability to speak to women without alcohol, his romantic misadventures, and his fluctuating confidence made him a consistent source of comic relief—but also, occasionally, quiet heartbreak.
Despite his wealth and good looks, Raj’s journey was one of self-worth. He longed for connection but often sabotaged his own chances. While his friends found lasting love, Raj remained alone by the series’ end—a choice that drew mixed reactions.
Lonely, But Not Lost
Yet, perhaps Raj’s story is more hopeful than it seems. His final moments, surrounded by friends and dressed in elegant Indian attire, suggest a man who may not have found romantic love—but had found family. For someone as tender-hearted as Raj, that counts for a lot.
