The story is moving forward at a steady pace and the best part of this play so far is that everything about it is realistic hence convincing and easy to connect to. The writer gives the viewers plenty of time to figure things out for themselves before revealing the reasons behind a certain development. So far, the writer has clearly elaborated on the reasons why Sajjad finds it so difficult to admit his mistake and move on. The viewers have also been shown in detail how difficult it is for a woman to take a stand against something which is considered a norm in the society and is widely accepted.

These two episodes covered Tabbasum’s attempts to find a job, her conversation with Sidrah, her bhabhi’s continued interference in her life, Fari sharing things with Tabbasum she had not shared before and most importantly the change in Abid’s attitude. These two episodes also highlighted how the children were suffering because of the on going problems between their parents. This particular aspect of the latest developments caught my attention more than any other since children are always the one who suffer the most in such circumstances. It was really important to show this particular aspect from a realistic viewpoint and the writer did just that! Sajjad’s behavior with his daughter said a great deal about his mindset and the kind of upbringing he would give these children if he was incharge. He continuously told Zoya to do house chores and also expected her to be more flexible and compromising because she was a girl. Suddenly, Zoya is expected to take up chores and act like a sensible adult instead of a child who has been through a great deal lately. All these scenes were simply brilliant since they showed different ways in which the children were being exploited, ignored and mistreated.

On the other hand Fari kept on telling Tabbasum that the best thing to do right now was to ensure that the next generation didn’t grow up with a similar mindset. Fari’s dialogues and her character is turning out to be really insightful. She is practical, sensible and sensitive. She always gives Tabbasum hope and is the only person who is genuinely concerned about her. Tabbasum can only make a difference in her children’s lives if she has access to them. She tried to keep her children with her but her bhabhi made sure they didn’t stay and now she isn’t even in contact with her kids therefore right now there isn’t any way for her to influence her kids. Tabbasum’s entire situation has been shown logically throughout without overdramatizing the different scenarios.

Even after Abid specifically told Mariam not to go to Sajjad’s house to help, she was left with no choice when the maid didn’t turn up and Bobby ended up hurting himself. Abid isn’t going to show the kind of flexibility he was showing before and now after hearing that Sajjad has sent the first notice of divorce, he will try even harder to prove that he does have a say in these matters. The new maid in Sajjad’s house is dreaming to be his Sajjad’s wife someday – another aspect of this entire situation which is quite realistic!

Omair Rana, Hina Bayat, Khalid Anum and Aisha Gul’s performances in particular were faultless as usual. There are times however when some of the actors look too made up. The actress playing Fari’s role in particular wears a lot of make-up and Nadia Khan doesn’t compromise on her looks either no matter what. The script of this drama continues to be the most impressive aspect of this show and never disappoints. It is impossible to predict what turn the story will take next but it does seem like Sajjad might eventually have to show some flexibility.

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Tonight’s episode of Zun Mureed laid the foundations for an ending which seemed highly unlikely few weeks back. For the past two weeks, there was a major but gradual shift in the story and tonight while Sajjad’s guilt was extremely convincing, highlighting Tabbasum’s bechargi and limitations was not needed. Everything else in this episode was picture perfect but Sidra’s dialogues were not in line with the basic concept of this drama. Yes, this was the first time that Sajjad hit Tabbasum and I was all for Tabbasum giving him another chance if he realized his mistake and took responsibility for his action but Sidra’s dialogues about a man’s ego and how it could get hurt did not work for me at all. Also, it would have been sufficient if Tabbasum ultimately went back home when Bobby told her what was going on instead of reinforcing the belief that even a woman like Tabbasum could not do much for herself or her children. This is definitely true and close to reality but I feel that in this particular case it was unnecessary. We watch plenty of dramas on daily basis which give women this lesson and one thing I have always loved about Zun Mureed was that it was never one of those dramas. Apart from this one scene everything else was refreshing as usual and this episode overall gave all the right messages.

Tonight’s episode opened with Razia turning up at Tabbasum’s brother’s house to tell everyone what was going on. Tabbasum was not home therefore it was up to Fari to decide whether she should convince her sister to go back or not. Everyone seems to have forgotten that Tabbasum did try to go back but she was turned back in the worst way possible. Fari is the only one who mentioned that. So far, Tabbasum has been shown as a sensible and sensitive woman who never let her ego dictate to her therefore asking her to not let her ego stand in her way repeatedly was somewhat unfair and it gave the wrong impression. The focus later on was on Sajjad more than Tabbasum because he was the one who still needed a great deal of convincing. Watching Sajjad finally realize his mistakes and especially his reply to Marium in the end was truly gratifying. Sajjad’s character development has changed the dynamics of the story altogether. The fact that Tabbasum heard Sajjad’s confession herself also is a major reason why she can now go back to him with complete confidence.

Bi Jaan’s apology and her state of mind was also a really important development tonight. She has surely learned her lesson and knows now just how wrong she was. She has also realized that she needs Tabbasum more than Tabbasum ever needed her. Her decision to send Bobby alone was careless and desperate at the same time. Marium was the only one tonight who still wanted Sajjad to stay firm and not give in. Sajjad’s reply to her was on point. This was the perfect ending to this episode and the preview of the next episode was promising. I am looking forward to an ending in which Tabbasum will be valued and Sajjad will turn over a new leaf. Waiting to see a change in Marium’s character as well. Omair Rana and Shamim Hilali acted exceptionally well today and this episode was directed brilliantly too.

Tonight’s episode opened with the children and Bi Jaan telling Marium and Abid about Rubina’s phone call to a man named Gaami. While Marium refused to listen to them, Abid decided to confront Rubina. When Rubina heard Gaami’s name, she knew she could get in to trouble therefore she decided to go with plan B! Her execution of the plan couldn’t have been more convincing. Once again Sajjad ended up in jail, this time with Abid. The police had also been there earlier when everyone had been drugged therefore it would have been better if these developments were also discussed while Sajjad and Abid were at the police station. However, it seemed like the fact that Sajjad had beaten his wife and his boss also said in an interview that he had anger management issues were the main reasons why Abid couldn’t really plead his case.

Just like always Sajjad thought that arguing with the policemen and other people was the best solution since he was right! Abid handled the situation wisely and he rightly pointed out that while the Women Protection Bill was meant to protect women who really were victims, there were plenty of women like Rubina out there who used this bill for their own vested interests. I truly appreciate the fact that the writer has been neutral and logical instead of siding with the women in general. She has shown different types of women instead of showing that women are always the victim or that men are the ones who are always wrong. She has also shown a man like Abid who is sensible and can tell right from wrong. The writer’s open-minded and coherent approach makes this script work for me. We have seen many dramas which dealt with domestic abuse in the past too but most often the writers are either bent on making the women victims or fail to do justice to the basic issue.

Fari finally told Tabbasum about what was going on in Sajjad’s life and that the children were no longer going to school. The flashback scene suggested that Tabbasum was thinking about the problems she will face when she tries to keep her kids with her. I was expecting Tabbasum to reach out to her kids immediately but she took a more practical step and talked to Sidra about moving in with her. Tabbasum knows that she cannot keep her kids with her while she is living with her brother therefore having an independent set up seemed like a step towards the right direction. Sidra’s track took an unexpected turn and I am definitely waiting to see where this track is headed. Nadia Khan’s acting in this scene left a lot to be desired, she needs to tone down the expressions and focus more on her body language as well.

Abid once again explained to Sajjad that he needed Tabbasum’s support now more than ever but it seems like even now Sajjad finds it difficult to “forgive” Tabbasum for arguing with him and for threatening him. I loved Abid’s dialogues tonight because they clearly stated that a man has no right to hit a woman just because she argues with him! I hope that this conversation helped those people who thought that Tabbasum “overreacted” understand the situation! Will Sajjad finally admit that he was wrong? I am waiting to find out!

This was another meaningful and relevant episode of Zun Mureed which showed how some of the characters had undergone a slight change while others were bent on believing their version of the truth. Tonight’s episode opened with Anila talking to Rauf about everything she talked to Tabbasum about and this conversation clearly showed that she did not see Tabbasum as a “threat” now! This recent shift in Anila’s character is convincing and extremely likeable. Sajjad on the other hand continued to blame Tabbasum for everything that is going wrong with his life even now. Right from the get-go Sajjad had been shown as someone who did the bare minimum for his family yet he always felt like he had the right to assert himself like he was the boss and had everything in control. Tabbasum was the one who was putting in her maximum effort to run the house smoothly but the second there was a conflict between her and Sajjad, everyone was convinced that Tabbasum was not indispensible. The recent developments have been shown convincingly and I truly appreciate the fact that the writer has covered every little detail.

There are so many people out there who think that a maid runs the house especially when the women are mostly supervising and not actually doing the housework. I am glad the writer showed that keeping a check on these workers and ensuring the safety of family members is also an important job which women perform yet very often they do not get enough credit for it. Sajjad’s lack of understanding in this matter is relatable since most men will be easily exploited in such a situation especially when they are out to prove a point. Sidra’s scene was also really well written and executed. For the first time she questioned Tabbasum’s action but it was somewhat confusing as to why she did that. Was it because she was thinking that perhaps Sajjad was not someone who would hit his wife over and over again like Jamil? It would have been so much better if this conversation was more detailed.

For the first time, it seemed like Anila was actually concerned for Tabbasum’s children and she did not have an “agenda”! It is so true that children suffer the most in such situations and the writer has always focused on this aspect which is why I have always felt for the children more than anyone else. Although, Anila was wrong that Tabbasum was doing all this because of a bruised ego but Tabbasum has definitely not been able to do much for her kids and has even convinced herself that her children do not need her anymore. Tabbasum has been so caught up in her problems that she has not been able to protect her children, the way they should have been protecting them. This part is also close to reality since only a super human would be able to do complete justice to everything in such a situation. Even though Nadia Khan’s acting leaves a lot to be desired but even then it isn’t difficult appreciating just how beautifully this character has been etched-out. Tabbasum’s character has certain flaws but also has some definite strengths which makes it more human as well as inspiring. Omair Rana on the other hand has performed brilliantly throughout. He is extremely convincing in this role and translates different shades of Sajjad’s personality flawlessly on screen. Khalid Anum’s character and his performance too has been superb throughout. Hina Bayat always gives every character she is assigned her best. The only unconvincing aspect of this drama is Bi Jaan’s limitations in terms of communicating with others – why doesn’t she have a phone? This question pops up in my mind so many times while watching this play! Aisha Gul’s acting has been spot on too right from the beginning and the change in her character was the best thing about this episode.

I simply love this drama because it is always on point and keeps on giving me so much to look forward to. I can’t wait to tune into it next week. Will Sajjad finally see things for what they are? Waiting to see a change in his character in the upcoming episodes and hopefully an ending which will be best for everyone involved!

This was another phenomenal and one of my most favorite episodes of Zun Mureed. This drama deserves tons of appreciation and never disappoints. Every single scene in this episode had a powerful and positive message. I especially loved the part about wife jokes since these jokes are usually taken lightly but can be quite offensive. Some of the most popular sitcoms on our television channels thrive on such jokes and hardly anyone objects on the kind of humor they are promoting. Tabbasum’s conversation with Anila was the highlight of this episode. Tabbasum’s character has been beautifully etched-out. Tabbasum’s vulnerabilities, her strengths and her positivity make her one of the most nuanced female characters of her kind. She is a strong woman who knows her weaknesses but always manages to overcome them with the help of Fari and now Sidra. Fari’s character is also extremely likeable. Tonight, for the first time it seemed like Anila actually understood what Tabbasum had gone through and perhaps she no longer saw her as the “enemy”! Anila once again tried to emotionally blackmail Tabbasum because she was afraid that Tabbasum will ask for her share next but the reply she got left her flabbergasted. Her husband’s comment about the kind of affect Tabbasum’s “lecture” had on her was amusing!!

Everything Tabbasum said about the house and the role Anila had played in making that house a home was on point too. It was something which was completely in line with her character. I am glad that before she said all this, the writer made it very clear that Tabbasum had the right to ask for her share but she chose not to. She did so not because she was under pressure or scared that her brother might get upset but she did it because she did not want to repeat what had happened to her. Although I really hope that now that Anila’s character goes through a much-needed change but the preview of the next episode did not suggest that.

Even after everything that happened in Sajjad’s house he continued to be stubborn. He still isn’t convinced that he “needs” Tabbasum in his life because accepting that would mean that Tabbasum is irreplaceable and his inflated male ego wouldn’t allow him to recognize that fact. Abid revealed a part of his past to him which was not know till now but it did not change the way Sajjad thinks. As the story progresses, it seems like he might eventually realize that he cannot deal with everything on his own. But will Tabbasum be willing to take him back? So far the writer has made this thing really clear that Tabbasum isn’t taking a stand because she has a bruised ego but she is doing so because she feels that is the right thing to do therefore if Sajjad truly is sorry then it would not be wrong if Tabbasum is willing to be flexible.

This episode was picture perfect, the performances were on point and there wasn’t a single scene which was out of place or context. Even after all these weeks Zun Mureed continues to hold my interest and keeps on giving me pleasant surprises. Looking forward to what the next episode has in store.

With this episode Tabbasum finally managed to make up her mind about what she needs to do next. Tabbasum’s brother talked to Fari hoping that she would help him convince Tabbasum to go back to Sajjad but his plan totally backfired. Fari’s character continues to be a breath of fresh air. Although the actress playing Fari’s role always wears more make-up than is necessary just like Rubina but the character itself is so positive and likeable that you can’t help but appreciate it. Fari suggested to Tabbasum that they should rent a place where they can keep the children with them too. This was a brilliant idea and with the help of Sidra, the execution was easier than Tabbasum ever thought it would be. While there are women like Mariam, Tabbasum’s bhabhi and mother in law who cannot see Tabbasum happy or growing, there are also women like Sidra and Fari in this play who are wise, sensitive and practical and very willing to help. Tabbasum’s character itself has a great deal going for it. I don’t remember watching another play in which the viewers got to see a woman’s journey like this. Everything is being covered in detail and logically. We have watched many dramas covering domestic abuse but most often the women are shown as victims and there is very little that they do to make the most of their situation. The focus is usually on the protagonist’s majburis and sufferings as opposed to showing how a woman can cope with such a situation with perseverance. Also, most often even if a woman manages to stand on her own it is usually in the last episode and sudden! I am also glad that there isn’t another man in Tabbasum’s life who could possibly be the “saviour”, she is fighting this war all on her own with the support of her sister and now Sidra. It is always good to see a female protagonist who is her own hero!

Abid still wants Tabbasum to come back but he isn’t as rigid as he was before. Everything he did tonight was completely in line with his character. After listening to all the problems which Sajjad and the children have been going through, he did not only allow Mariam to visit and help but also went himself to convince Sajjad to bring Tabbasum back. Bi Jaan finally tried to tell Sajjad and Mariam the truth about Rubina but Sajjad did not even bother reading what she had written and Mariam did not believe. This part was really convincing as well. I was waiting for Bi Jaan to tell someone since she has seen what Rubina is capable of doing.

Once again the scenes covering what the children were going through were right on point. Sajjad is too busy trying to prove to himself that he can manage on his own and does not take anything the children say seriously. Children need more than just food and a place to live. More than anything else, they need someone who will be there for them all the time. Sajjad is definitely not the kind of parent who can do that! Tabbasum was the one who was looking after the kids before and now too she is the only one who can give her children the kind of love and attention they need.

This episode laid the foundations for what is coming ahead. In the next episode Rubina will execute her plan and the preview of the next episode also suggested that she might have given Bi Jaan more sedatives than she could tolerate. I am looking forward to what the next episode will have in store. Will Sajjad eventually realize his mistake or will Sajjad and Tabbasum go their separate ways for good? Waiting to find out!

Tonight’s episode of Zun Mureed yet again showed the impact Tabbbasum’s teachings on her students and how this was affecting her relationship with her brother. Tabbasum found relief in teaching the younger generation to not make the mistakes she did even when she was going through the lowest period of her life. Every episode has a new lesson and message for all the young girls out there and also those women who are suffering in silence. This drama continues to be realistic because the writer has been really honest when it comes to showing how difficult it is for a woman to stand against all odds. This episode put forward the message that women should help each other take a stand for what is right and raise their voice against injustice. I truly appreciate the way the writer has conveyed all these beautiful and apt messages and I still feel that even with its slow pace and repetition Zun Mureed continues to be a much better play than all those done-to-death dramas which promote clichés. Having said that, some of the scenes in this episode were difficult to sit through. The fact that Rubina isn’t reliable and is definitely not the ideal person to look after the children has been well-established by now and this part of the drama should be wrapped up. She shouldn’t be getting so much screen time because most of these are filler scenes which could easily have been chopped down.

In this episode, Tabbasum’s brother tries to convince her that she should somehow stop this divorce from happening. Although, right now Tabbasum doesn’t feel too “strong” but she isn’t confused any more about what she wants. (meta-calculator.com) Her conversation with Sidra helps her understand things better and she also gets a chance to analyze her own situation when she is teaching the girls. The writer has also shown that a teacher can play an important role in educating her students in such a manner that they are more informed about their rights. I find Tabbasum’s nieces’ discussions with their mother very interesting too because every time these girls say something it is simple yet more sensible than everything their mother has to say. Once again through their scenes the viewers were shown why the parents and guardians would be more comfortable teaching their daughters rules which are more in line with our social norms. It was funny watching a woman who completely controls her husband and is totally capable of brainwashing other men (Abid) telling her daughters that women should do whatever their husbands and in laws want once they are married!

I also really like the way it has been shown that how the absence of a responsible mother affects children’s lives. One really important message in this episode, which I completely agree with was that children shouldn’t be allowed to watch news channels and grown ups shouldn’t discuss issues which don’t concern children in front of them. This happens in our households all the time and most often people don’t even think about the repercussions. Sajjad’s boss told him off once again, this particular aspect of the story has also been well-established therefore this track also needs to be move forward. The viewers perfectly understand now the flaws in his personality and the reasons behind them. . I am waiting for the time when Sajjad will realize how wrong he was and still very interested in Tabbasum’s journey. I must say that I feel for the children more than anyone else at this point.

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This latest episode of Zun Mureed showed how Tabbasum’s job and whatever she was teaching at the school affected her relationship with her brother and bhabhi. Her bhabhi is always looking for excuses to mock and criticize her therefore this latest development did not come as a surprise at all. Once again the writer highlighted how people get insecure when they feel that their daughters might feel so loved that they could set their standards a little too high which would make things difficult for them in the future. Everything shown in this latest episode was easy to relate to since in our society people generally do not give their daughters the kind of love and confidence which they give their sons. The notion that daughters shouldn’t be “spoiled” because once they get married they have to compromise is common even in affluent households run by women and men who don’t know any better.

In this episode once again Sajjad felt at ease because he was so sure that Rubina could run the house better than Tabbasum! Ignorance isn’t always a bliss because Sajjad will ultimately have to pay a big price for being so ignorant and arrogant. Right now it doesn’t look like he will change his stance or show some flexibility anytime soon! Rubina’s scenes were repetitive, she is doing more harm than good and she is also getting plenty of screen time! Some of Tabbasum’s dialogues tonight too were same as the ones we have heard before. It was however good to see Tabbasum not showing her vulnerabilities and feelings in front of people who couldn’t care less about how she felt. Fari’s role in this episode was positive too and her conversations with Tabbasum are the highlight of every episode. One thing which I don’t understand is that why does Bi Jaan not have a phone. If she can write, she can also message using a phone or dial a number and get in touch with either Sajjad or Maryam. Her disability in this respect doesn’t quite make sense. She has not shared how she feels about the new maid and what she has heard with anyone. Sajjad would probably not believe her any way but sharing these details with Maryam could help even though she too has her own limitations now but she could knock some sense into Sajjad.

Tabbasum got the first notification for divorce in this episode and her bhabhi and brother’s reaction was as dramatic as it could have been. All the conversations her bhabhi had with her husband revolved around the taboos attached to divorce and everything she said was indeed true. Once again the viewers were shown how a woman alone is judged in such circumstances and no one questions the man who gives the divorce. The preview of the next episode showed Maryam’s husband threatening her once again and it seems like things will most likely get worse for Maryam in the upcoming episode.

Zun Mureed has tons to offer but the story needs to pick up pace. This drama depicts realistically and in detail what a woman goes through when she decides to take a stand for herself. The script never goes off track but the story has really slowed down. I am looking forward to more interesting developments in the upcoming episodes.

Zun Mureed is one of my favorite shows which I always look forward to watching and reviewing. It is one of those very few shows which are discussed in our house because it has so much to offer and gives you so many different perspectives. Apart from many other strong, important and positive messages my most favorite part is that the writer has repeatedly reasserted the fact that a strong and independent woman doesn’t have to hate a man in order to prove that she can survive on her own. The writer has also shown that even the strongest of women feel like giving up sometimes and they are equally capable of being heartbroken. A strong woman can love a man and compromise for him but she also knows when to take a stand for herself. I absolutely love all these beautiful messages which this drama is giving in a very intelligent manner. Although the pace of this drama has slowed down and there are certain things which can be highly repetitive but with every episode, there are some changes in all the tracks and the conversations are always meaningful and deep. Every episode gives an insight into the mindset of different characters and those factors which shape up their personalities.

Tonight’s episode opened with Tabbasum calling Sajjad so that she could talk to her son Bobby and know how he was doing. Her son’s refusal to talk to her came as yet another rude shock. Bobby has always been shown as an impulsive and emotional child who expects more from his parents than his sister. You can’t help feeling for these kids every time you see them struggling with their circumstances. Fari continues to play an important rule in making sure that Tabbasum doesn’t lose her perspective. She keeps on making Tabbasum understand things and also suggests what she should do. Tabbasum’s bhabhi mind games are getting annoying now and at this point she shouldn’t be getting so much screen time. Even though every time she has a different issue with the sisters but her track is going around in circles and the fact that she does whatever she can to make life tough for Tabbasum has been well established therefore it would have been better if her scenes were chopped down. Sajjad stubbornness has reached such an extent that he is convinced that a maid can run a house better than Tabbasum! Sajjad’s conversations with his friend were one of the many meaningful conversations in this episode. There is absolutely no change in him for obvious reasons and after watching this episode, it seems highly unlikely that he will get a wake up call anytime soon! Sajjad’s only focus right now is to teach Tabbasum a lesson, he couldn’t care less about anyone or anything else! Omair Rana continues to be faultless as an unreasonable and rigid man.

Abid’s character has completely changed and as a result Mariam’s life is very different now. She has to deal with all the things which Tabbasum had to deal with once yet she always called her brother a Zun Mureed. What is happening to Mariam right now is the perfect example of what goes around comes around. It looks like Mariam will eventually realize how wrong she was when her husband abuses her mentally and physically the way Sajjad did. Few weeks back it was impossible to imagine that Abid’s character will take this turn. Khalid Anum and Hina Bayat both are playing their roles brilliantly. These characters have been crucial to the plot so far and they will most likely play a much bigger role in the upcoming episodes.

Tabbasum and Sidra’s conversation was my favorite part of this episode. Everything that they talked about was relevant and on point. This is what we should be highlighting in our dramas and this is what the girls need to hear. Sidra’s plan and the fact that she chose Tabbasum to implement it went to show what an intelligent woman she is. Nadia Khan’s acting has grown on me and Tabbasum’s character has been etched-out so beautifully that it is easy to ignore the shortcomings in her performance.

The preview of the next episode showed how Rubina, the maid is running Sajjad’s house and everyone’s reaction when Tabbasum gets the notice of divorce. Zun Mureed never fails to impress and with the exception of a few scenes which could have been chopped down, this episode was perfect.

Every episode of Zun Mureed is more convincing and poignant than the other. This is most certainly one of those dramas which only get better as the story progresses. There was a time when Fari’s character wasn’t very appealing but right now this character is the best thing about Zun Mureed. She isn’t only Tabbasum’s support but also the voice of reason amidst all the chaos. Fari’s character also helps the viewers understand Tabbasum’s circumstances. Her dialogues have been written beautifully and explain why Tabbasum is so upset and not in control any more. Tabbasum’s reaction to everything that has happened recently couldn’t have been shown more realistically. The convincing plot of this drama is one of the main reasons why it is one of my favorite plays right now. The writer has explained and shown everything from the character development to the mindset behind toxic masculinity in detail and with every episode the situations change in some way. In this episode the writer focused on the reasons why even strong women like Tabbasum ultimately think about giving up. In the past few episodes the viewers have been watching how Tabbasum turned from a woman undeterred to one who is now completely clueless! In this episode, the writer gave the reasons for it, after showing them all in detail in the previous few episodes and also showed the shift in Abid’s character!

Tabbasum’s bhabhi thought she was finally going to get rid of her nand and her kids therefore it is even more difficult for her now to accept the fact that Tabbasum might be living with them forever. Calling Abid and convincing him to be a “man” just like his brother in law seemed to be her last resort which surely worked! This change in Abid is going to affect Sajjad’s household a lot since Maryam has been the one running the house and Sajjad cannot possibly handle it all alone. Although most often Sajjad couldn’t care less about the children or his mother but he holds his own comfort very dear therefore there is a possibility that he might eventually accept Tabbasum. I was really looking forward to Tabbasum and Sidra’s meeting but that was not shown in this episode. This episode covered the next 24 hours of whatever the viewers were shown in the previous episode therefore that meeting will probably be covered next week when Tabbasum finally accepts what has happened and decides to take the first step forward after the socking developments which happened recently.

The children got plenty of screen time too in this episode. While the scenes covering Tabbasum’s children showed how they viewed this entire situation, Tabbasum’s nieces’ questions from their mother gave an insight into the kind of things they were inquisitive about. Tabbasum’s kids are missing school and they now have to worry about things they were not even concerned about when their mother was there. Tabbasum’s brother most often fails to take a stand for his sister but in this episode he did not listen to everything his wife had to say. Tonight’s episode had quite a few meaningful conversations to its credit. Like every other episode of Zun Mureed this one too was well-executed and meaningful.

This was one of my favorite episodes of Zun Mureed, it was brilliantly penned down and executed flawlessly. There wasn’t a single unnecessary scene in this episode and it had the perfect flow. All the actors gave brilliant performances which definitely contributed to the overall impact every conversation had. Tonight’s episode opened with Tabbasum having a conversation with her sister Fari about how she too had contributed to the house from which she was forced to leave and doesn’t have the option of going back to. I absolutely loved how the writer showed that a woman can actually be homeless even when she has two houses – one which she help buy and build up and the other one which she also has a share in! The reason for this is that both these houses are not in her name. The parents most often trust their sons enough that they leave matters in their hands and when a woman is happily married she too is hardly ever given the option of legally owning the house she lives in and the thought never crosses her mind either. When a husband decides to leave his wife or if there are problems in a marriage, it is always the woman who has to leave the house and therefore while the man is well settled in a house he has always lived in, the woman doesn’t only have to deal with the emotional pain but also such practical aspects of the situation. Although Sajjad’s house too is a mess ever since Tabbasum left but the fact is that he couldn’t care less who is running the house and how. The only thing he is focused on right now is to do whatever it takes to repair his bruised ego and convince himself that he didn’t do anything wrong!

Tabbasum’s situation today gave the viewers tons to reflect upon. In order to get her share from her brother, she will have to upset him because thanks to the double standards which exist in our society, when a man takes over her sister or wife’s property no one questions him but if a woman even asks for her share she is instantly an outcast! While the entire burden of making and breaking a house is on a woman’s shoulder, no one is willing to give her the actual ownership of that house!! I loved Fari’s conversation with her college friend in which she suggested that women should have some form of security legally in case of a divorce or a situation similar to that of Tabbasum’s.

Tabbasum and Sajjad’s scene was brilliantly executed since it was just the two of them, the background score and the overall impact of that scene was remarkable. I also really liked the scene in which Tabbasum’s nieces question their mother about her possible reaction if they were to face a similar situation.

In this episode for the first time the viewers were told the background because of which Sajjad is so “spoiled”! The reasons given were enough to explain Sajjad’s narcissistic personality. He is so self-absorbed that a cricket match he is interested in is more important than anything else which is happening around him – whether it is his mother giving his wife a tough time or his children crying for their mother! The way his sister glorified these negative attributes of his personality also showed why he has such a difficult admitting his mistakes. Hopefully now those viewers who always found it difficult to understand why Sajjad hit Tabbasum, will be able to identify with the entire situation. I cannot praise Omair Rana’s acting enough. He is absolutely brilliant in this role. Hina Bayat, Shamim Hilali, Aisha Gul and Khalid Anum’s performances have also been spot on right from the first episode.

Sidra’s call and her offer couldn’t have come at a better time. I am eagerly looking forward to finding out how this second meeting between Tabbasum and Sidra goes and how in the long run these two characters influence each other. Tabbasum’s bhabhi’s reaction and especially the dialogue about “Dayan bhi jati tu….” was yet another attempt to blame Tabbassum for this recent development as well. She always twists the truth to make Tabbasum feel guilty. Her character represents all those people in our society who feel the need to intervene in everyone’s affairs and take no responsibility for the outcome.

Zun Mureed is going strong and manages to deliver every week. It is my favorite drama nowadays which never disappoints. The preview of the next episode was really interesting. Can’t wait to watch the next episode!

Zun Mureed continues to be poignant and compelling. It gets better with every passing episode and the pace of this drama couldn’t have been more perfect. Every single development is well-thought-out which is why each episode is filled with powerful messages which are conveyed effectively. The fact that the script is realistic makes it easier for the viewers to connect to different scenarios. The character development has also been convincing throughout. This was yet another episode of Zun Mureed which had a lot of important developments to its credit which were presented faultlessly.

For the past few weeks, the writer established this fact really well that Tabbasum wasn’t fighting this case to satisfy her ego but she was doing so to ensure her safety and also because she wanted to set the right example for her daughter. Therefore tonight when Tabbasum felt disappointed when Sajjad didn’t even try to reconcile, it was totally understandable. Perhaps subconsciously she thought that taking the case back was a first step towards a reconciliation. Even though she said that she didn’t want to go back but at the same time she still expected better from Sajjad. It is a fact that at this point, if Sajjad realizes that he was wrong and he decides to make things work, everything will be okay. While Tabbasum’s perspective has always been more practical and sensible, Sajjad has been widely influenced by all the pressure in his own house to take control and to adhere to the gender role which is generally assigned to men in a household. Like many men in our society, he feels that acknowledging his mistake will weaken his “toxic masculinity” which is why he fails to look at things objectively. The only way he can save his manliness now is by “punishing” Tabbsum is the worst way possible. The attitude of his mother pretty much sums up why Sajjad was never taught how to respect his wife and to accept his mistakes!

Tabbasum’s bhabhi yet again played an integral role in making sure that the kids go back to their father’s house and is now doing whatever she can to convince Tabbasum to go back too. Most of the characters in this drama show a certain mindset which is definitely very common in our society. It is impossible to please people and it is even more difficult for women to live life according to their terms and conditions because women are constantly dependent on either their brothers, parents or their husbands. Even women who are economically independent sometimes find it difficult to break free from abusive husbands, a primary example being Sidra, who hasn’t taken a divorce from her husband even after all these years. Even a strong woman like Tabbasum found it difficult to stand her ground and by showing this the writer has realistically shown the challenges faced by someone in such a situation.

All the conversations tonight were beautifully penned down and they were executed flawlessly too. The scenes were to the point and well acted out. Zun Mureed’s script has tons to offer and continues to impress. The preview of the next episode suggested that Sajjad might file for a divorce very soon! This drama can also serve as a reality check for all such men out there, who find pleasure in dominating their wives but let other women in their lives (like their mothers and sisters) control their decisions completely!! Well done team Zun Mureed!

Tonight’s episode of Zun Mureed was emotional, powerful and the messages it delivered were right on point as usual. The shift in Tabbsum’s character was poignant as well as convincing. Tabbasum lost the job she was relying on, she feels that she hasn’t done a great job raising her son because she is being made to feel that way and most importantly she just met a woman who was unable to leave her abusive husband even though she was financially stable and educated. This change in Tabbasum’s character makes her more relatable than ever, I have always liked the “human” element in her character. She is a strong woman but she is also sensitive. Unlike her husband, she is constantly reflecting upon her situation and she is not afraid to admit when she feels she has gone wrong somewhere. Her sister kept on reminding her why she took this step in the first place but for now it looks like Tabbasum made a decision simply because she is “tired”. Will Sajjad’s cold behaviour give her energy to go on? Will it remind her why she took this step and why she needs to continue? Meeting Sidra didn’t help Tabbasum in any way perhaps because their meeting ended abruptly and Tabbasum made certain conclusions from the little information she got from Sidra. The fact that Tabbasum admitted that she was “tired” was enough to justify what she was about to do.

All the developments in tonight’s episode were covered perfectly, this was one of the best episodes of Zun Mureed because it covered so much in such a short time. From Bi Jaan’s sick mindset to Maryam’s controlling tactics – the writer, the director and the actors involved translated each scenario impeccably on screen! All these people are mentally sick in their own way. Sajjad’s reaction to this latest development was the highlight of this episode since it showed a side of this man which hasn’t been shown before. Sajjad is actually a coward who cannot forgive his wife for being so brave! He is scared of Tabbasum and what she can do and his rudeness seems to be his defence mechanism! The message here is loud and clear – there is nothing normal about hitting women and men who hit their wives are like Sajjad and Jamil! The mindset of such men has been shown impressively, they feel threatened by women for no reason and do whatever they can to assure themselves that they are in control. Sajjad’s attitude before and even when he met Tabbasum went to show that he was not going to be flexible since he had convinced himself that his wife was a stubborn and unreasonable woman.

The point regarding how women who back out in such situations are often judged was also very true and important. Basically, no matter what Tabbasum does next, she will be judged and she will have to suffer the consequences in some way or the other. While Tabbasum seems willing to show some flexibility because of her kids, Sajjad has never once thought about his children in that way. Sajjad only wants to be forgiven right now, he doesn’t care much about anything else.  Maryam also made it clear number of times tonight that Tabbasum was not going to come back to the house therefore the sole purpose of this entire exercise is to make sure that Sajjad is safe. Bi Jaan wants Tabbasum dead simply because that thought gives her something to be happy about! Shamim Hilali and Hina Bayat’s expressions in this scene were brilliant. Their expressions clearly showed how differently they wanted to hurt Tabbasum. While Maryam wants Tabbasum to live to regret her decision, Bi Jaan’s negativity has no end. Omair Rana and Khalid Anum’s performances have been outstanding throughout.

I absolutely loved this latest episode of Zun Mureed and it ended on a perfect note too.

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Tonight’s episode of Zun Mureed had plenty of important and unexpected developments to its credit. Just like every other episode of this drama, this one too showed bitter realities of our society and showed that so-called educated and affluent men were just as capable of hitting their wives as those people who do not know better. It also highlighted the fact that one of the major reasons why most women put up with abuse is that they have no one to turn to! In a society where men are considered superior beings and custodians, it is truly ironic that when these men fail to fulfill their responsibilities, there is hardly anyone who holds them accountable. This episode also showed what kind of men were dead against the Women’s Protection Bill and why. Once again, the writer intelligently explained that a man who hits his wife once is bound to do it again by showing the example of the school principal who put up with domestic abuse for the longest time.

Tonight’s episode opened with Maryam and her husband discussing the usual problems they face running Sajjad’s house and their thoughts on the Women’s Protection Bill. The dialogues as usual were extremely well-written and delivered. Maryam’s husband is supportive and it is almost as if he has no family or life of his own. Even though she has the perfect married life but she couldn’t see another woman, who also happened to be her bhabhi, happy! All these characters and situations are highly relatable since having two different sets of standards and principles for your own self and for others is quite common in our society. Hina Bayat and Khalid Anum’s performances have been faultless throughout which is a big reason why it is always easy connecting to their characters.

Tabbasum decided she needed to go back to work after her brother’s warning. I really like the fact that even though Tabbasum has been through so much but she has never been shown as a victim. Instead of mulling over what her brother said, she decided to do something about the situation. Unlike many other dramas which are bent on making women in such situation the ultimate becharis, this one shows a woman who refuses to be a bechari even though she has very little support. It is also good that Tabbasum has some support in the house, Fariha does whatever she can to help. Tabbasum’s encounter with Jamil sahab and later on her meeting with his ex-wife have given a different turn to this story. I am waiting to see how this latest development will affect Tabbasum’s track.

Tabbasum’s bhabhi got a lot of screen time in this episode as well. All her scenes showed how her constant bickering and brain washing was making it difficult for Tabbasum to live in the house. Tabbasum’s brother only wants the kids to go back to their father’s house because of the stories his wife told him. Tabbasum does not entertain disrespect and abuse but at the same time she misses her husband and even though she knows that she also has a share in the house, she is letting her brother stay in it. Even when Sajjad wanted her to ask for her share, she didn’t entertain that thought. Tabbasum is a strong woman but she is also someone who will compromise to make her relationships work. She is someone who chooses her battles wisely and fights them with all her might. She is definitely one of the finest women leads we have seen in recent times in our dramas.

How many of you watched tonight’s episode? Do share your thoughts about it.

Tonight’s episode of Zun Mureed laid the foundations for one of the most important developments in the story which will probably be happening really soon. Zun Mureed’s script so far is convincing as well as relevant. The writer has logically shown the repercussions of Tabbasum’s decision to file a report against her husband from every possible angle. The drama has a steady pace and apart from showing some of the bitter realities of our society, it also has an inspiring protagonist who continues to fight her case against all odds. This recent episode had a lot of important developments and unlike the previous episodes, Nadia Khan’s acting tonight was up to the mark. Tabbasum’s character and her struggles are easy to relate to. The dialogues are exceptionally well-written and are the highlight of every episode. Most of these dialogues either represent a certain mindset or give hope to other women like Tabbasum. The writer has tactfully ensured that the women watching this play get fully acquainted with their rights since the line between what a husband can and can’t do is intentionally blurred in our society!

Sajjad finally thought long and hard about everything which transpired that day. He was also reminded of all those times when Tabbasum went out of her way to show how much she loved him and also those happy moments when they thought nothing could ever go wrong between them. These were my favorite scenes from this episode because they helped the viewers connect to Sajjad’s character and understand what was going on in his mind. Sajjad was still too angry to admit that he was wrong, every time he thought about what Tabbasum said and how she made him feel, instead of feeling guilty, he became even more upset. Sajjad continued to judge Tabbasum and failed to reflect upon his own actions. On the contrary, it looked like, he blamed Tabbasum for ruining their “perfect life” by taking this extreme step. Although, Sajjad is now willing to be flexible but he is not going to accept that he was wrong. His manliness won’t allow him to accept his mistake and as a result even if Tabbasum does come back, there will still be major differences between them. Omair Rana has done complete justice to his character. His solid performance makes it easier for the viewers to understand the character since Sajjad’s character is layered therefore only a solid performer could have brought it to life impeccably on screen and Omair Rana has done just that!

Tabbasum always knew that the road she had chosen to take won’t be an easy one but even then she didn’t expect everything to go this wrong. It is true that Tabbasum has a share in her parents’ house but her brother doesn’t want to hear about it. If he gives her the share which is rightfully hers, she won’t have to be dependent on anyone but in our society when sisters ask for their share, brothers most often get offended! Although, Tabbasum never asked for her share but even then her bhabhi managed to use this matter against her. The fact is that Tabbasum’s brother is not doing her a favor by letting her stay in this house. I absolutely love the way Tabbasum’s character has been etched-out, she is strong but she isn’t unreasonable or insensitive. Her character is positive and her dialogues are always meaningful. The phone call from the school principal was an important development in this episode, I am waiting to see what she has to say to Tabbasum.

Bi Jaan and Maryam’s conversation in this episode was disturbing! Unfortunately, there are plenty of such mother and sister in laws in our society who cannot see their brothers and sons happily married. The bahus are always treated as outsiders or lesser humans because they are seen as a threat! Shamim Hilali and Hina Bayat both have been performing really well throughout. I especially liked Shamim Hilali’s expressions today when she wrote on her white board. With the exception of few of the supporting actors, all the other performances tonight were right on point. With a better cast and production values, this drama could have been even more impactful and perhaps more enticing for some of the viewers too.

This was one of my favorite episodes of Zun Mureed. How many of you watched it? Don’t forget to share your thoughts about it.