Pakistani dramas are loved globally. The shows coming out of the country have made quite an impression worldwide. Within the last decade, we have seen a growing interest in Pakistani shows, and some drama characters have captivated the audience with their immense appeal, despite being extremely toxic and problematic. Perfectly written characters paired with great performances are what make a show go viral.
There has been considerable debate regarding the portrayal of toxic characters in dramas. Negative characters in dramas often do not learn their lessons until the final 15 minutes of the last episode.. Nonetheless, these characters garner significant popularity and affection from fans. In Pakistani dramas, several characters, despite their unlikable traits, command attention and admiration with their undeniable charisma and energy.
Here is a comprehensive list of strong, toxic, and undeniably entertaining characters:
Momina Iqbal In Do Kinaray
Momina Iqbal is portraying the venomous character Dureshehwar in the currently airing Pakistani drama Do Kinaray. As the show’s antagonist, her character is extremely toxic. From the very beginning, Momina Iqbal captivated the audience with her performance. Despite playing a villainous role, she has become one of the most beloved characters in the show. This is largely due to Momina Iqbal’s strong acting and her attention to detail in styling her character.
Saba Hameed In Noor Jahan
Saba Hameed is a superstar in the world of Pakistani dramas. She has dominated the industry for decades and shows no signs of slowing down. Hameed has mastered the art of portraying complex characters. One of her most notable roles was that of Noor Jahan in the drama of the same name. Noor Jahan is a controlling woman who despises girl children and emotionally and physically harms her kids, yet she became one of the most beloved characters on screen. Saba Hameed’s powerful performance transformed Noor Jahan into a favorite among audiences.
Neelam Muneer In Dil Mom Ka Diya
Neelam Muneer portrayed the ruthless character Ulfat in the classic Pakistani drama Dil Mom Ka Diya. The show received widespread acclaim from both audiences and critics alike. Although Neelam’s character was openly negative and toxic, she left a lasting impression on viewers. The story arc was beautifully crafted, and by the end of the series, fans had developed a fascination for the toxic Ulfat.
Ayeza Khan In Mein
Ayeza Khan portrayed Mubashira Jaffar, also known as MJ, in the drama Mein. This Pakistani series captivated audiences with its characters, all of whom had complex personalities. Mubashira’s character was negative, obsessive, and extremely rude. She showed little regard for the feelings and thoughts of her loved ones while grappling with her mental health struggles. Ayeza Khan brought this character to life, making her a favorite among viewers through her impressive performance and styling.
Faysal Quraishi In Khaie
Faysal Quraishi portrayed the character Chinar Khan in the blockbuster Pakistani drama Khaie. Chinar Khan was a complex character involved in murder, pillaging, and even rape. Faysal’s performance was so captivating that fans eagerly anticipated his scenes each week. Despite this excitement, being a villain, Chinar Khan’s charisma made him a fan favorite, and many viewers were emotionally affected when he was killed off in the series.
Kiran Malik In Jaisay Aapki Marzi
Kiran Malik made her Pakistani drama debut in Jaisay Aapki Marzi. She played the antagonist Natasha, who was a ruthless businesswoman and used to control her household and family with an iron fist. Natasha was loved by everyone with her style and aura, despite making the life of her sister-in-law and father a living hell.
Mikaal Zulfiqar In Jaisay Aapki Marzi
Mikaal Zulfiqar played the gaslighting king Sherry in Jaisay Aapki Marzi. He was charismatic and a character who used to get a lot of public sympathy when he gaslighted his wife. Mikaal Zulfiqar played this character to perfection. He was someone whom people used to look forward to watching on screen. A great performance by Mikaal made Sherry a fan favourite.
Emad Irfani In Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum
Emad Irfani made a stylish and charismatic appearance in the superhit Pakistani drama Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum. Adeel was handsome, and everyone fell for his arm. The way Emad Irfani played this role was hands-down great. Adeel’s two-timing self became a fan favourite, and everyone loved how he did not lose his charm even after going to jail.
Hareem Farooq In Bismil
Hareem Farooq made her Pakistani drama comeback with Bismil. She played an ultra-negative character, and her performance was top-notch opposite none other than Nauman Ijaz. Bismil made records on TRP charts, and Hareem’s strong performance as Masooma was the reason. This became another example of a negative character overshadowing the positive ones.
Nameer Khan In Qarz e Jaan
Nameer Khan played a murderer and rapist, Ammar Bakhtiyar, in Qarz e Jaan. This was another instance of the public falling in love with the bad guy. Despite being toxic, Nameer Khan made Ammar palatable, and fans were disappointed when Ammar was sent to jail in the end.
Mohib Mirza In Jafaa
Mohib Mirza played a very complex character in Jafaa. He played a man suffering from a mental health disorder. He was abusive and subjected his wife to domestic violence. Despite being a very violent character, Mohib Mirza’s realistic acting made him a star whom fans kept sympathising with till the end.
Gohar Rasheed In Mann Jogi
Chaudhary Shabbir was a villain who sent chills down the audience’s backs. Gohar Rasheed was the performer who carried this project with perfection. The star showcased the bitter realities of power and corruption in society. He was still someone we all looked forward to watching every week, as he was the one who manipulated the chess of Mann Jogi.
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