Komal Meer is a young actress and model. She started her career with Miss Veet Pakistan and she later transitioned into acting. She has starred in several dramas and she is slowly making her way in the drama world. She is also friends with all the top stars and we often see her at different events. The starlet was seen some time back at Yashma Gill’s sister’s wedding and she looked beautiful. This is how she looked:
Komal Meer has now debuted a new look which is being dubbed as a slight weight gain. She shared pictures and videos which went viral on social media. She looks different and her face looks a bit fuller after the “weight gain”. She is still looking beautiful and this is her new look. Here are some before and after pictures of the starlet:
The Internet as usual has a lot to say about Komal’s sudden change in look. Many people think that it is not weight gain but fillers. They are comparing her to different people including Javeria Abbasi and Aishwarya Rai. Many think this weight gain is not natural but plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures. Fans have seen her at events in the past month or so and believe that such a huge change in weight is not possible in such a short period of time. This is what they had to say:
It is not easy to find friends who are true to you in the showbiz industry. Most of the people belonging to the world of glitz and glamour very often say that because of the aggressive competition in the industry people do not stay friends for very long. There are however some celebrities who have very successfully carried out their friendships despite all the hardships that one might face when they are in the limelight.
It makes their fans and followers happy to see these stars getting along so well. Many of these friends vacation together because holidays are more fun with friends. Some have also chosen to work together many times because sometimes it is good to stick together in the showbiz industry for other reasons too.
There are quite a few Pakistani celebrities who have kept their friendships intact for so many years and then there are others who are so close that they call each other ‘friends like family’ really often. There are also those Pakistani celebrities who have friends outside the celebrity circle but they never formed lasting friendships with their co-stars. Some of the celebrities also believe that talking too often about their friendships openly is not something they are fond of therefore although these celebrities are not seen sharing details about their friendships in interviews,
close scrutiny of their social media accounts and important milestones shows who their close friends are.
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Sajal Ali and Zara Noor Abbas
These two divas have known each other for more than a decade. They have literally grown up together and now their friendship is so special that both of them have some role or the other to play in the biggest decision of each other’s lives. Zara Noor Abbas calls Sajal ‘chota don’ because of her energy. She also shared in an interview that she considers Sajal Ali an institution of acting and she has learned a lot from her. This is the kind of friendship which we rarely witness in the industry, it is heart-warming and really special.
Asim Azhar, Yasir Hussain and Asad Siddiqui
These 3 celebrities are the closest friends. In a recent interview, Asim Azhar shared that if he ever needed Yasir and Asad, he is really sure that they will be there for him no matter what it takes. This is another example of the kind of friendship which is both rare and also one which should be treasured.
Saboor Ali and Sadia Ghaffar
Saboor Ali was seen showering her best friend Sadia Ghaffar with so much love on her wedding day. It was plain to see that these two actresses are more than just co-actors. They share a special friendship. Their friendship has strengthened with time and now they are best friends.
Minal Khan and Kinza Hashmi
Minal and Kinza both have a lot of fan following. Although they are quite active on social media, they like to keep their friendships private. Minal and Kinza however have been seen more than once spending quality time with each other. Even in Eid this year under lockdown, they made sure they got together. That goes to show that they are like family to each other.
Maya Ali and Wahaj Ali
Maya and Wahaj are friends like family. Wahaj is always there at Maya Ali’s family functions and in lockdown, he is seriously missing spending time with his best friend. They are so close that some even think that they are related. Every time they are together, they have the best time.
Mahira Khan and Asim Raza
Mahira Khan and director/producer Asim Raza have worked together more than once. Every time they join hands for any project at all, it is a sure hit. The love these two friends share is something out of the ordinary. They keep on posting the most heartfelt messages for each other on Instagram. Everyone who follows them on social media would know just how close they are.
Ayesha Omar and Azfar Rehman
Ayesha and Azfar have also been friends for more than a decade. They absolutely love each other and have gone through the good and bad times together. They have also worked together on several projects. Azfar loves Ayesha’s sense of style and would give her all the love in the world. When Ayesha had the horrific road accident a few years back, Azfar was with her. He supported her a lot through this tough time.
Alizeh Shah and Noaman Sami
Alizeh Shah and Noaman Sami are not close friends with anyone else in the industry except for each other. They are continuously posting pictures with each other and referring to each other as best friends. Although many people have speculated than they are more than just friends but their social media posts clearly suggested that the friendship they share comes before everything else.
Iqrar-ul-Hassan and Waseem Badami
As far as meaningful friendships are concerned, Iqrar and Waseem’s friendship exceeds all others. Both of them started their career almost at the same time and once they started working together their bond got stronger with time. Together they have done so much for other people.
Maria Wasti and Ayesha Omar
Maria Wasti and Ayesha Omar have also been besties for many years. They even go on vacations together because they enjoy each other’s company. Their bond is unbreakable and when they are together, they have the best time.
Maya Ali and Osman Khalid Butt
Maya Ali and Osman Khalid Butt‘s friendship has gone stronger over the years. Maya Ali still believes that even though she has made a lot of friends, no one can compete with the kind of friendship she shares with Osman Khalid Butt. Osman and Maya are another popular on-screen couple who owe their popularity partially to the friendship they have in real life. The way they shower each other with love and continue to support each other is the perfect reflection of the kind of friendship every person needs in their lives. Although because of their busy schedules, these two celebrities do not meet very often whenever they meet it’s like they were never apart.
Nauman Ijaz and Kashif Nisar
Nauman Ijaz has been associated with the showbiz industry for the longest time now. Apart from being an iconic performer, he is also someone who made a lot of friends in the entertainment industry. Lately, however, Nauman Ijaz has filtered out those friendships but there is one friend from his celebrity circle, who is closer to him than others. That one friend is not an actor but it is director Kashif Nisar with whom Nauman Ijaz has worked in many dramas. In a recent interview, Nauman Ijaz said that Kashif Nisar wasn’t just his best friend but he was his soul-mate. Their friendship is definitely one which makes them the perfect team both on and off-screen.
Saba Qamar and Kiran Haq
Saba Qamar and Kiran Haq have been best friends for many years now. Kiran Haq in particular keeps on showering Saba with a lot of love on social media. These two also love going on holiday together. They have the kind of friendship which is really hard to find especially in the showbiz industry. Saba and Kiran post the most heart-warming pictures with each other.
Naimal Khawar and Usman Mukhtar
Naimal Khawar and Usman Mukhtar’s on-screen chemistry in drama serial Anaa won them an unprecedented fan following. This was the first time that both these actors were seen on the small screen and it was one of those rare occasions when a new on-screen couple got so much love. Usman Mukhtar was also seen as one of the few guests on Naimal Khawar’s nikkah ceremony. Recently he revealed that Naimal Khawar was his friend for the longest time and not only that he also said that she was like a sister to him. The way he wished Naimal Khawar and Hamza Ali Abbasi on their nikkah also showed just how close these two celebrities were. No wonder they share such sizzling on-screen chemistry, being such good friends in real life must help!
Shahzad Raza and Mehreen Syed
Mehreen Syed truly is lucky when it comes to friendships because she doesn’t just have one but two super talented friends from the fashion industry. Shahzad Raza is one of the most gifted individuals who has worked hard to make a big place for himself in the fashion industry. Mehreen Syed considers Shahzad Raza “a pure and genuine person” and she says that she is lucky to have “such an amazing brilliant close friend”.
Mahira Khan and Feeha Jamshed
Mahira Khan and leading designer Feeha Jamshed were friends even before they ever dreamed of making it big in their respective fields. Their friendship has not only remained intact over the years but has also grown stronger than before. Mahira Khan is often seen wearing dresses designed by her best friend but she also makes it clear that she wears what Feeha designs because she likes these dresses a lot. Feeha too is always defending her best friend and has never stayed quiet whenever Mahira Khan was in the middle of a controversy.
Hamza Ali Abbasi and Bilal Lashari
Hamza Ali Abbasi and Bilal Lashari are both exceptionally talented. They are also one of those very few celebrities who do not only work together but are really close to each other as well. These two are often seen spending quality time together, they share the same political ideology as well. Bilal Lashari was one of those very few celebrity friends who were invited to Hamza Ali Abbasi’s nikkah ceremony. He was also one of the witnesses at such an important moment in Hamza’s life.
Hania Aamir and Asim Azhar
Hania Aamir and Asim Azhar’s friendship is relatively new but they are each other’s biggest support. They make each other laugh and have been there for each other ever since they became friends. These two besties also love traveling together because they enjoy each other’s company. Asim Azhar in a recent interview revealed that he found Hania Aamir’s positive personality really appealing. We don’t know whether there is something more between them but one thing is for sure, they two are the best of friends!
Ali Rehman and Hareem Farooq
Ali Rehman and Hareem Farooq have worked together in multiple projects therefore it does not come as a surprise at all that these two stars have formed such a special bond with each other. Both of them have a wonderful sense of humor and they enjoy every minute of the time they spend together. They are also one of those celebrity friends who also make a great team together.
Osman Khalid Butt and Mariyam Nafees
The Diyar-e-Dil siblings are actually really good friends in real life. Osman Khalid Butt and Mariyam Nafees are best buddies who fool around and have fun every time they get together. They are often seen hanging out together, both of them love dancing too. They are not just the best friends but also make a perfect team when it comes to dancing on functions.
Faysal Qureshi and Aijaz Aslam
Faysal Qureshi and Aijaz Aslam have also worked in many projects together but did you know that these two celebrities are really good friends in real life for the longest time now. In an interview, Aijaz Aslam revealed that very often they work together because they make the perfect team. They also spend plenty of quality time together even though they don’t talk about their friendship often on screen but that does not mean they are no longer best friends.
Sanam Chaudhry and Noor Hassan
The Meer Abroo co-stars Sanam Chaudhry and Noor Hassan have worked together on several projects including a film. The reason why these two are often seen working together is that apart from being great colleagues, they are also best friends. There is never a dull moment when these two fun people get together.
Faisal Kapadia and Bilal Maqsood
Best friends and successful band members, these two have been best friends for as long as we can remember! This friendship has definitely stood the test of times. Both of them have known each other since they were teenagers and their friendship has only strengthened with time.
Sarmad Khoosat and Nadia Afghan
These two beautiful individuals have also been best friends for decades now. Their chemistry is amazing! Nadia Khan worked together in Shashlick years back and since then their friendship has always been exemplary.
Yashma Gill and Hamza Malik
Yashma Gill and Hamza Malik are celebrity friends who always support each other. When there were rumors that these two might be more than just friends, Yashma stopped posting pictures with Hamza. Her support for him before that made it quite obvious that they are best friends.
Mehreen Syed and HSY
Hassan Sheheryar Yasin and Mehreen Syed do not just work together but they also share a friendship which in Mehreen Syed’s own word is ‘deep and meaningful’. These two extremely talented individuals are best friends which is why they are constantly seen supporting each other. HSY is like a brother to Mehreen Syed and he is also someone she looks up to because he is such a creative individual.
Momina Mustehsan and Uzair Jaswal
Momina Mustehsan and Uzair Jaswal too are really close friends who make the most of their time together. Momina has a special nick for Uzair Jaswal, she calls him Ozz Ball and Uzair calls her Mo. Momina considers Uzair an incredible friend she enjoys being with.
Humayun Saeed and Ahmed Ali Butt
Humayun Saeed and Ahmed Ali Butt’s on-screen bromance has won them many fans. There is a good reason why Ahmed Ali Butt cracks all those jokes directed towards Humayun Saeed in award shows, these two celebrities are just as much of friends in real life as they are on reel life. Ahmed Ali Butt does not only consider Humayun Saeed one of his best friends but he also sees him a mentor who has taught him a great deal.
Iffat Omar and Uzma Hassan
The Aangan co-stars Iffat Omar and Uzma Hassan are actually really good friends in real life. These two stars are best friends who enjoy each other’s fun company. Good actors, great people, and even better friends. They keep on posting the pictures from the fun times they have together on social media.
Juggan Kazim and Ali Sethi
The smiles on Juggan Kazim and Ali Sethi’s faces show what a great friendship these two celebrities share. We bet you didn’t know that Juggan Kazim and Ali Sethi are childhood friends. They have enjoyed sleepovers together as children and even now share a strong bond with each other.
Nimra Khan and Saniya Shamshad
Nimra Khan and Saniya Shamshad have the most fun when they are with each other. They love hanging out together and very often they are even seen twinning in the same outfits.
Mashal Khan and Imran Abbas
Imran Abbas and Mashal Khan were recently seen sharing screen in drama serial Thora Sa Haq. Although their on-screen relationship wasn’t ideal in the drama, their real-life friendship is definitely really good. They managed to become good friends in a short span of time. They always talk fondly about each other.
Iffat Omar and Nausheen Shah
Very few people in the industry have the kind of friendship which these two actresses share. Both of them have strong personalities therefore together they are a force to reckon with. Through the years, their support for each other has been exceptional and unconditional.
These days when celebrities have found new ways to get in touch with their followers, Instagram is surely serving as the best platform where fans can actually follow their favorite icons and get a hold of all their latest pictures and happenings. Sajal Ali is indeed one of the very capable actresses and her acting skills are getting better and better with every project she is seen working in. Her strong character as Momina has taken Sajal Ali fans with a blow and her simple, innocent character of Ana in Yeh Dil Mera has also earned a lot of respect to her.
As for her Instagram fan following, the actress enjoys a fan following of around 4.4 Million which is actually huge. Sajal makes sure to keep her Instagram happening by posting her pictures with friends and family time to time.
Here are top 10 most trending pictures that her fans have actually loved to the core. Have a look!
Sanam Chaudhry became the spotlight of social media after sharing her Nikah pictures. She took her Instagram to break the good news.
Sanam Chaudhry is a Pakistani actress who is known for her strong performance on the television screen. Her role as Anji in Ghar Titli Ka Par earned her massive respect and appreciation from the audience.
Sanam got nikahfied to a US-based singer Somee Chohan in Brooklyn. Their wedding pictures are all over the internet, and we can’t take our eyes off them. They are meant for each other.
Sanam looked stunningly beautiful in a maroon dress with a white dupatta. Somee looked handsome in a brown kurta. Here are some of the Nikah pictures of gorgeous Sanam Chaudhry with her husband Somee Chohan. Have a look!
Nimra Khan is a Pakistani actress, model, and director. She possesses both Pakistani as well as British nationality. She was so passionate about her acting that she goes it to be her career. She played a lead role in her debut television play ’Khwab Tabeer’ which aired on PTV in 2014. Her strong performance was appreciated by the audience.
Nimra has recently been playing a negative role in ongoing drama Bhool for which she earned love and a lot of respect from the viewers. Nimra Khan has done modeling for many brands and walks on the ramp for famous designers. She has appeared in TV commercials as well.
Other than showbiz, Nimra is running her own beauty salon as she strongly believes in women empowerment.
Nimra Khan shared her pictures on Instagram all the way from London. She went there to spend quality time with her family. Her sister was blessed with twins, therefore, Nimra took a break to see her beautiful twin Nieces. She looks pretty in western dresses. She spent her Eid-ul-Adha there with her family and looked stunning in a white semi-formal dress by AghaNoor.
Here are some of Nimra Khan’s latest pictures all the way from London. Have a look and enjoy!
Best Pakistani Dramas of 2019 – Every single year, our drama channels strive to provide quality entertainment to the viewers and the year 2019 was no different. There are a few key factors which need to be there in order for any drama to work and this year; we did get to enjoy some of those dramas. A great story line coupled with a brilliant direction, amazing characterization which is then backed by equally good acting are those aspects which contribute towards the success of a drama. It not always has to be a drama that has all the flavors in it, sometimes simplest of story lines and decent execution is enough to make any drama appeal to the audience.
In this list, we discuss the best Pakistani dramas of 2019 which garnered a lot of popularity and appreciation of the viewers. All these dramas had one thing or the other to offer, from complex story lines to simple ones, from stellar cast to a line up of good actors, these dramas appealed to the drama buffs and provided the quality entertainment that they were on a lookout for.
Ranjha Ranjha Kardi was hands down one of the most well-written, brilliantly acted out and superbly executed dramas of 2019. This drama set the bar so high that many of the viewers who followed it religiously, couldn’t help but compare every good drama and performance with it. Ranjha Ranjha Kardi’s story was unusual, intriguing as well as thoroughly entertaining. Imran Ashraf and Iqra Aziz’s outstanding performances coupled with some of the most unique characters made Ranjha Ranjha Kardi an exceptional show which kept the viewers glued to their television screens. There are very few dramas which leave an everlasting impression and this was definitely one of them. Ranjha Ranjha Kardi gave the viewers some of the most memorable characters played superbly by few of the best actors of the Pakistani drama industry.
One of 2019’s block buster Do Bol needs no introduction. A Sarwat Nazeer script which in simplest of manners showed the struggles of a girl who belonged to such a family which never made her feel that she belonged to them. How her father’s attitude shaped her personality and how one mistake of her landed her with such a person that she despised and then falls in love with. Do Bol’s story showed all sorts of emotions and because all of that was executed in such a simple and relatable manner, it ended up garnering immense popularity. Gaiti and Badar’s couple was well and truly loved by the audience. It was also brilliantly shown by Sarwat Nazeer that how love at times can make you selfish and how it also makes you selfless. Badar loved Gaiti selfishly and selflessly which made it quite interesting to see and explore. Do Bol is a perfect example of how simple scripts when rightly executed can turn into a blockbuster drama. Hira Mani and Affan Waheed were beyond brilliant in Do Bol and all the supporting actors did an amazing job as well.
Anaa’s story is relatively simple but it has a definite appeal. The new faces in this drama and solid performances from some of the more experienced actors make this drama interesting. Anaa isn’t the kind of play which is perfect in every way but it definitely has a lot going for it. Naimal Khawar and Usman Mukhtar’s on-screen chemistry has made the viewers fall in love with their track even though it can be really repetitive at times. Hania Aamir’s portrayal is brilliant as usual, she makes you feel for her character and keeps your interest alive. Anaa is a nice break from some of the more heavy duty dramas, it is an entertaining play which keeps you looking forward to more. This drama also explores relationships, the role ego plays in destroying relations and most importantly there are no black and white characters in this drama.
Meer Abru
Writer: Farisa Afzal & Wasiq Ali
Director: Furqan Adam
Producer: MD Productions
Cast: Sanam Chauhdry, Mirza Zain Baig, Noor Hassan, Rabia Kulsoom, Srha Asghar, Saad Qureshi, Jia Ali & others.
Rating: 5 Stars
Meer Abru is a story of love, misunderstanding and betrayal. This drama revolves around the love story of Meer and Abru and shows how circumstances create differences between them. Meer Abru is the kind of drama that has everything to offer, from drama to some light-hearted moments and a brilliant portrayal of all kinds of emotions that a person goes through. Another strength of this drama is that every single character has something to offer and they all contribute in making this drama complete. Meer Abru’s fast pace has also helped in keeping the interest of the viewers intact Nd brilliant direction has made it a drama worth tuning to. Meer and Abru’s chemistry is one of the strongest points of this drama as well. Sanam Chaudhry, Noor Hassan and Mirza Zain Baig are the stars of this drama. Saad Qureshi and Srha Asghar have also showcased their acting skills in a brilliant manner. Meer Abru has scored a spot in this list for all the right reasons.
Inkaar
Writer: Zafar Mairaj
Director: Kashif Nisar
Producer: MD Productions
Cast: Yumna Zaidi,Sami Khan, Imran Ashraf, Rehan Sheikh, Noor-ul-Hassan, Imran Peerzada, Munazzah Arif, Kinza Malik, Haseeb Muhammad ,Saima Noreen, Ali Tahir, Nabeela Khan, Saima Saleem, Zaryab Haider & others.
Rating: 5 Stars
Inkaar is one of the more heavy duty dramas in this list which deals with a sensitive topic and does so with great responsibility. The writer has taken inspiration from real-life incidents and has done complete justice to a difficult script. Inkaar highlights the importance of consent in a relationship and shows why some men find it impossible to respect women the way they deserve to be respected. Yumna Zaidi, Imran Ashraf, Sami Khan, Munazzah Arif and Rehan Sheikh’s performances in this drama give it the edge it needs to stand out. The makers of Inkaar have kept everything real and to the point without compromising on showing details which were important to make the viewers understand the characters and relate to the story. Inkaar is meaningful as well as engaging, definitely one of the best Pakistani dramas this year.
Khud Parast was one such drama that had an interesting story line and intense performances to its credit. Even though in the beginning it did come across as if the team was trying to show hijab as a symbol of oppression but later the story changed and it showed how imposing something on someone while committing mistakes yourself is not the way to preach someone to come to the right path. Khud Parast’s plot basically revolved around hypocrisy and the destruction it brings along in the lives of those who rely on it. Ramsha Khan and Shehzad Sheikh carried this drama on their shoulders. Asma Abbas did complete justice to the character of Bakhtawar and she made her scenes absolutely intense. The direction of Khud Parast remained consistently good and never did the director go off-track. Khud Parast definitely deserves a spot in this list because it sure was a very good drama.
Baba Jani
Writer: Faiza Iftikhar
Director: Ali Faizan Anchan
Producer: Connect Studios
Cast: Faysal Qureshi, Madiha Imam, Savera Nadeem, Saba Hameed, Faryal Mehmood, Tipu Sharif, Jinaan Hussain, Amir Qureshi, Arisha Razi, Ali Ansari, Afshan Qureshi, Shehryar Zaidi & others.
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Baba Jani was Faysal Qureshi’s first production and he deserves all the credit for choosing a mature script and not starting his production career with a typical drama. Baba Jani was an entertaining family drama which had a one-of-a-kind hero. Most of the Pakistani dramas revolve around female protagonists but this one had a different and appealing male protagonist. There were times when the editing as well as the direction wasn’t up to the mark but overall Baba Jani was a superb play with some really positive messages. Faysal Qureshi, Madiha Imam and Savera Nadeem’s performances and characters in particular were an absolute treat to watch. If this show wasn’t stretched so much then it would have been even better.
Tawaan
Writer: Rahat Jabeen
Director: Syed Wahab Jaffri
Producer: Momina Duraid Productions
Cast: Moomal Khalid, Emaad Irfani, Sajida Syed, Hina Bayat, Hina Altaf, Munawwar Saeed, Asad Siddique, Fazila Qazi, Farhaan Ali Agha & others.
Rating: 4 Stars
Tawaan was a feel good drama that revolved around the struggles of two individuals who in the most unfavourable circumstances end up together and then fall in love. Tawaan was one such drama that did show the couple facing its fair share of hardships but still overcoming everything because they believed in open communication. Even though the lead couple of Maryam and Shehroz and their chemistry was the best thing about Tawaan, the elderly couple of Shehroz’s parents and their bickering was such an enjoyable aspect of Tawaan as well. Tawaan came as a surprise where it just showed how two level-headed individuals made everything work for them by relying on patience and positivity. Moomal Khalid and Emaad Irfani played the characters of Maryam and Shehroz to perfection and their chemistry was sweet yet strong. Tawaan was such a drama that had a complex story but the manner with which it was told simply and executed brilliantly made it very special.
Suno Chanda 2
Writer: Saima Akram Chaudhry
Director: Ahson Talish
Producer: MD Productions
Cast: Iqra Aziz, Farhan Saeed, Raza Talish, Nabeel Zuberi, Mashal Khan, Samina Ahmed, Nadia Afghan, Sohail Sameer, Arjumand Rahim, Tara Mehmood, Adnan Shah Tipu, Sami Khan, Sabeena Farooq & others.
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Suno Chanda 2 provided the kind of entertainment it promised by giving the viewers a lot to laugh about. It stayed true to its theme and the script was engaging enough. Shadana’s character in particular kept the viewers coming back for more. Nadia Afghan’s performance was the highlight of this show and some of the new characters were interesting as well. It won’t be wrong to say that in this season Arsal and Jiya’s relationship was somewhat repetitive and it lost its previous appeal. Arjumand Rahim, Raza Talish and Sabeena Farooq’s characters and their performances were an entertaining addition to this serial. Suno Chanda 2 was the kind of mindless entertainment which had enough going for it to keep the viewers engaged right till the end.
Which was your favorite drama this year? Don’t forget to share your thoughts.
Aisha Khan is a household name she has won our hearts now and then with her amazing performances in projects like Mann Mayal, Woh Aik Pal, Tumhare Siwa, Mehndi, Mujhe Khuda Pe Yakeen Hai, Khuda Mera Bhi Hai, Kuch Pyar Ka Pagalpan Hai, Chaar Chand, Lamha Lamha Zindagi, Kaafir, Choti Si Kahani, Maseeha, Dil Ishq, Noor e Zindagi and many more. We have also seen her on big screen in Jawani Phir Nahi Ani and Abhi Tou Mein Jawan Hoon.
Aisha Khan got married earlier this year in April and it looks like the married life is treating her well. These are the things you already knew about Aisha Khan what you probably didn’t know is that her mother in law Asma Qadeer is a member of national assembly.
Aisha Khan’s mother in law won the MNA election is this General Election after working for twenty years with PTI. The daughter in law took to her instagram and congratulated her mother in law.
“20 years of hard work,dedication and untiring determination-ALL for NAYA Pakistan! From mommy-in-law to MNA!”
Ohkay so, the writing of Mustafa Afridi, direction of Saife Hassan & production of Momina Duraid; Sang e Marmar hit out tv screens tonight. The very first episode introduced the main characters effortlessly. There definitely is a lot more that has yet to unravel, but after watching the first episode, I am definitely looking forward to the tracks of few characters especially.
The drama is set in Ghari Baraan, a small town in the the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, that is still run on the basis of patriarchal ideology. The leader of the town Baraan Khan dies & that is when his son Gulistan Khan (Noman Ijaz) informs his son Aurang Khan (Mikaal Zulfikar) to come to Ghari Baraan to attend the funeral of his grandfather. Aurang returns to his village after 2 years & going by the way things run in his village & house, it was obvious that Aurang was indifferent to everything, especially his father. Gulistan Khan is someone who holds his family values & the principals set by his father close to his heart, so much so that he has developed this rigidity in his personality in order to keep the ideology of his father alive.
Aurang has two more brothers & a sister; Saifullah Khan (Omair Rana), Gohar Khan & Sherbano (Uzma Hassan). Sherbano is married to her first cousin Torah Khan & it seems like Torah Khan has a past related to his mother that he hasn’t been able to forget & move on from. Gulistan Khan has kept his other sons closer but just because Aurang has chosen a different path in his life, both; the father & the son do not share a cordial relationship with each other. Aurang returns to his village after 2 years & the welcome that he gets shows him the place he holds in his father’s heart, because Gulistan Khan only has a pile of objections related to him, be it related to his dressing, or his detachment from his family or his perspective. Saifullah & Gohar seem to be doing exactly what their father Gulistan wants, but Aurang has other plans & those plans most certainly do not include being involved in the family matters.
Looks like Aurang has a lady love (Kubra Khan) in Ghari Baraan, who is involved in a one-sided love for him. She happens to be Aurang’s childhood friend but ever since, she has only kept him near to her heart. Saif ur Rehman (Tipu Sharif) happens to be the lady love’s brother & the moment he finds out that his sister & her friend gave a ride to Gulistan Khan’s son Aurang because he was running late for his grandfather’s funeral, he gets furious. It looks like Saif ur Rehman does not share a cordial relationship with Gulistan & in general, Gulistan & Baraan Khan have made quite a few enemies throughout their lives but then it is obvious because power & authority always come with a territory.
Sherbano is definitely not happy with her husband & just because she knows that she has a strong backing of her father & her brothers, she gives her husband a hard time, who already is aloof to the world as he is engrossed in the pain of his past, related to his mother. Torah Khan seems to be the most intriguing character & I am definitely looking forward to his track. His entry was quite interesting too where he saved the thief using logic that no one could say no to. I liked how they slightly touched the fact that the people who are known for their religious knowledge tend to change their stance according to their convenience. Mullah didn’t mind suggesting the chopping of hands as per the Islamic rulings but the moment Torah Khan gave him a little bait, he fell for it & that makes Mullah quite a controversial person because it is obvious that he will never stop any barbarism that Gulistan will instigate because he is always going to maintain his rapport with him, as he knows Gulistan’s power quite well.
I liked the bonding of Aurang with his mother (Sania Saeed). She is the only one Aurang feels for & loves endearingly because she is the only one who not only understands Aurang but supports him completely too. Aurang’s mother isn’t oblivious to the detest Aurang has towards his father, that is why she tries to reason with him & try to make him understand his father’s perspective too. Their scenes together were heart-warming & done really really well.
Finally, Sherbano got what she wanted & that was an apology that too after she degraded her husband & she being the one who initiated the fight. Sherbano wants her husband to know that she has the power & she will exploit it to her heart’s content. Gulistan Khan definitely is someone who doesn’t know how to differentiate between emotions & practicality because despite knowing what Gohar did, he made sure that Torah apologizes to Sherbano. Gulistan obviously looks down on his brother’s children because it looks like his brother did something in his life that he certainly doesn’t or didn’t approve of & I am sure it will have something to do with the choice of his life partner, that is Torah’s mother. Torah also has a sister who seems a bit too interested in her cousin Aurang, but we’ll have to see who will eventually become Aurang’s life partner.
Overall, this episode was quite interesting. Even though the setting & the theme of the drama is on the serious side & I am sure it will keep on getting dense as the episodes will progress, but I liked the precise approach of the director where in just a few scenes, he told us about the mentality that Gulistan Khan endorses. I must say I’m glad to see Hassan Noman in this drama, even though he has a side role to play but I am sure he will leave a great impact. It was a treat to watch him in Preet Na Kariyo Koi & I am sure things would be no different in this drama as well. I must say, I am glad that the drama makers are moving outside the vicinity of Karachi city & exploring more places in our dramas, it changes the mood completely & gives you something refreshing to watch. The acting of all the actors was great & I am eager to see what Noman Ijaz has in store for his fans. Definitely looking forward to the next episode. Please share your thoughts about the first episode of Sang e Marmar.
This episode opened with Haider submitting to the decision of the jirga because he could not see his Taya suffer the consequences of his actions. The conversation between Bibi jaan and her daughter and the ones between Tahira and her mother had absolutely no impact for two reasons. Bibi Jaan’s character is very confusing; I am still not sure which side of her is real!! I am all for grey characters but she goes from loving Shehla to treating her like she is a nobody in no time. After everything she said to Shehla in the previous episode, it was impossible to relate to her feelings for her “daughter”! She was shown saying to Shah Sb that she didn’t want to raise Shehla but had to because he forced her to and now tonight she told Shehla she lost a baby and when Shah Sb brought Shehla she felt like she got her baby girl back! Bibi Jaan’s character isn’t making a lot of sense right now. The actress playing Tahira does not know how to act, I am surprised that she is getting so much work! There is absolutely no variation in her acting, her dialogue delivery is flat and her expressions confusing. Same is true for the actress playing her mother.
The visit to the Mazar and all of Shehla’s conversation with the maid seemed like filler scenes – I am still wondering why they got so much screen time. All of Shehla’s efforts, her emotions and even her conversation with Haider fell flat because of Naveen Waqar’s terrible portrayal and dialogues which were not very touching. She looked good playing the bubbly Shehla but she isn’t very impressive playing the emotional fool who has no control over herself. Shah Sb’s concern for his children and his helplessness was the only part of this episode which I could relate to, rest of it did not work for me at all.
Mansoor and his father just like Bibi Jaan are showing their true colors now. Mansoor’s father does not respect his wife or women in general which is why Mansoor is the same. I am wondering now how could Shah Sb not know this about him since they are bachpan ke dost! Once again a character which was shown as a positive one has been turned into a villain all of a sudden. Mansoor is greedy and he does not respect women therefore Shehla is going to face a very tough time once she gets married to him. Emaad Irfani’s acting too was unimpressive in this episode and Irfan Khoosat is a complete misfit for playing this role. Mansoor found out in tonight’s episode that Shehla was not Shah Sb’s real daughter but that doesn’t change much because he is not marrying her, he is marrying the money and status which he will get automatically once he marries her.
So far, this drama is getting worse with every passing episode already! None of the characters or actors are standing out in any of the roles. There is zero chemistry between the actors and even the most emotional scenes fail to have an impact. The preview of the next episode promised some drama – Shehla will do something extreme after Haider tells her once again that they don’t have a future together. So far the only episode of this drama which was better out of all the 4 which have gone air was the 1st one. The previous episode was full of loop holes and this one was unimpressive to say the least.
How many of you watched this episode of SDBN? Do share your thoughts about it.
P.S. The review of Tum Kon Piya will be posted tomorrow.
Gone are the days when every other Pakistani drama would guarantee its viewers some quality entertainment. From the last few years, where we have seen some great dramas, our industry has churned out some worst dramas as well. There was a time when we hardly came across those dramas that could be labeled as worst because the priorities of our drama-makers were different where their first & foremost focus used to be on the viewer satisfaction, as they knew that they were making these dramas for the viewers & not for themselves, but sadly, that is not the case anymore because our drama industry has turned into another lucrative business & our drama-makers have turned into businessmen where in this day & age the thing they care the most about is the rating. The higher the rating, the greater the misapprehension of believing that the viewers want them to ruin the charm of the drama & also deviate the story from the main plot with which it started, that is why these days, the moment our drama-makers smell the reek of TRP’s, they decide to stretch the drama like a chewing gum, which only in the end deserves to be dumped into the trash can by the viewers, but hey who cares, as far as they are getting the ratings right?
We have two categories of worst dramas these days, in the first category, the dramas are ruined because of the ratings & in the second category, we have those dramas that do not have any substance or story to begin with, but are promoted by the makers as if they will break all the records of popularity, only for the viewers to find out that they were fooled by the drama-makers.
So, in order to pay tribute to these rating-ruined chewing gums, here is the list of the worst 5 dramas of the season & we’re sure that you will agree with the order of the list as well:
Mann Mayal
Writer: Samira Fazal
Director: Haseeb Hassan
Producer: Momina Duraid, Sana Shanawaz, Samina Humayun & Tariq Shah
Drama serial Mann Mayal tops this list for innumerable reasons. The number one reason why Mann Mayal tops this list is that there were huge expectations attached to this play because this was Hamza Ali Abbasi’s first play after Pyare Afzal which was a massive hit, the director of Mann Mayal Haseeb Hassan was the man behind Diyar-e-Dil which was also a very successful drama and most importantly it was promoted aggressively by the producers as the love story of 2016 which would make viewers forget all the other love stories they had ever seen on their television screens. Everyone who was associated with this play made tall claims before this drama went on air. For a few weeks the drama did make sense and it seemed promising but the second Mannu got married and Salahuddin moved to Karachi, things took a turn for the worse and then from there on things just kept on getting more illogical.
The viewers who had started watching the show continued watching it out of curiosity and also because they hoped that it will get better therefore the drama got ratings and as a result the people at the helm of affairs decided it was time to give the viewers another 5 no 7 no maybe 10 more weeks of a drama they liked so much! This is when things completely stopped making sense altogether. Characters appeared and disappeared whenever they were needed to take the story forward, there was hardly any connection between different events and even the major developments in the play happened without a climax and there was no aftermath shown either. Choppy editing and zero continuation in the story made the drama unbearable to watch.
Mann Mayal
Writer: Samira Fazal
Director: Haseeb Hassan
Producer: Momina Duraid, Sana Shanawaz, Samina Humayun & Tariq Shah
Yes! Mann Mayal is first and second on the list because mentioning it only once wouldn’t be “fair” with the viewers who have put up with this torture for so many weeks! Apart from a weak story-line, choppy editing and a drama which has no direction another reason why Mann Mayal is the worst drama of this season and most likely the entire year is that some very talented actors disappointed their viewers by choosing to play characters which unfortunately have become their new introduction in a bad way!
Jeena is the first example – I will think twice before tuning into any drama which has Ayesha Khan in the cast!
Mannu – it is seriously upsetting to see someone like Maya Ali, who doesn’t need to bank on characters which rely solely on becharapan and rona dhona doing exactly that! One would expect such a thing from actresses who are still struggling but why would Maya Ali settle for something like this?
Salahuddin – Hamza Ali Abbasi has been the biggest disappointment as Salahuddin. Not only is his character weak but his acting is the opposite of effortless!! Too many expressions, too much effort and very little emotions make his acting as well his character an epic fail.
The parents – the parents in this drama are a joke! Mannu’s parents in particular have played a major role in making sure that Mannu stays a bechari for the longest time. Saba Hameed, who has been part of some very impressive projects and always gives her best looks bored and disinterested in this one because of obvious reasons. Mannu’s abba’s change of heart and personality from time to time has been very difficult to digest.
On the whole Mann Mayal banks on isolated events and there is no continuation. If you try to make sense out of this show you end up feeling very upset and frustrated. It has been a perfect example of a drama which was supposed to a hit but on the contrary is a huge failure!
Zara Yaad Kar:
Writer of Season 01: Khalil ur Rehman Qamar
Writer of Season 02: Amna Nawaz Khan
Director: Amna Nawaz Khan
Producer: Amna Nawaz Khan
THE LAST VIEWER CLAPPING AT THE END OF THE DRAMA: Amna Nawaz Khan
The drama set in the 1780’s actually started looking like an insult to all the intellectuals who were watching this drama, because it was a poor attempt of the writer to show that he has got more brains than all the viewers combined. A drama that began with the story of a selfish character, making the viewers believe that she will face the consequences, turned into a Happy Halala story where now the ex-husband is on the hunt to find a temporary husband for his ex-wife. When the drama began, we all expected that KRQ-Factor, the wow-factor which drew the viewers’ attention in the first place because everyone is aware of the magic that KRQ’s scripts have created before, but as the episodes progressed, it turned into a chewing gum that was not only losing its elasticity but was losing its taste too. Just when the viewers expected the finale, season 2 of the drama began where the director, mistook herself as the writer & took over the script, hitting the last nail in the coffin because all of a sudden the main leads took the back seat & the forced side characters got the limelight & I might as well add that such side characters/actors where one is totally acting-free & the other is in literal sense breaking the bones, arms, legs of English & Urdu.
This drama could have made a bigger impact if the director had curbed the urge to turn it into a chewing gum because at this stage, this drama is beyond the level of tolerance & has completely lost its purpose. All the characters are now looking like a bunch of doormats, giving each other a tough competition as to which one is a better doormat than the other. Another strong (coughing sarcasm) point of this drama was its dialogues, that in the initial stages made quite an impact & kept the viewers hooked but as the episodes progressed & the story stopped making sense, these dialogues turned into a boring philosophy class that forced the viewers to scratch their heads in the state of confusion because where at one hand, things were as ridiculously simple as black & white, the falsafa class was getting more complicated & difficult to understand, so much so that even one of the characters in the latest episode blurted out ke philosophy jharna band karo & I say Amen to that. The slowwwwwwwwww-mo direction & reactions of all the actors serve as a very strong lullaby for all the viewers & not to forget the forlorn face of Haadi, colorless face of Aneesa, uncombed stands of Uzma, stark white face of Gaiti that gives Casper a tough competition, Gaiti’s angrez-chalay-gaye-mujhe-chorh-gaye accent & foundation-zada face of Waqar, all these things contribute in making this drama one of the worst dramas of this season!
Mor Mahal:
Writer: Surmed Sebai
Director: Surmed Sultan Khoosat
Producer: Baber Javed
This drama is a depiction of the fixation that our writers have with the saas-bahu sagas because the makers of Mor Mahal showed that no matter which century it is, or which era it is, saas-bahu tiffs are what the viewers are going to get & what the writers are going to write because they can not think of anyyyyyyyyyyyything else & they aren’t creative enough, boo hoo!!! I still remember the day when the innocent me saw the promotional posters of Mor Mahal on Facebook, that got me excited about the fact that we were going to get an amazing period drama of the recent times but as I started watching, I found out that this drama had a mother, who was fixated with her son’s millionth shab-e-uroosi & then we had a few wives who were crying buckets because they got married to a feminine husband who only looked manly from the surface but had a brain a size of a peanut & an attention span of a poodle. The promotional posters showed some battles & some manly stuff but when the actual drama began, it turned out to be an entire different story where the ladies were always in the limelight & their petty politics were getting the most coverage. The writer also tried to add in the quotient of fantasy in this drama which actually served no purpose at all because none of the situations were synced with each other. The entire focus of the creative team of Mor Mahal was on the set, costume & jewelry designing but then, how long did they expect that 2 rooms, 3 walls & 2 head-gears will keep the viewers hooked to the drama? In my opinion, the walls made of cardboard, the forest on Akhari’s head & the dim lighting also contributed a great deal in making this drama a worst drama of the season. My readers who have followed my reviews know it really well that my patience level is a bit too high but at the 14th episode of this drama, I gave up because just like Asif Jahan lost his marbles, I lost my level of patience as well. No wonder why this drama didn’t grab the attention of the viewers & didn’t earn much ratings, even though it was promoted as Star Trek of Pakistan but it turned out to be a perfect example of ‘khoda pahar, nikla chuha, wo bhi mara hua’!
Beqasoor
Writer: Sameena Ijaaz
Directed By: Syed Atif Hussain
Produced By: Big Bang Entertainment
The OST of Beqasoor still haunts me – mein beqasoor – yes that is exactly how all the viewers who watched this drama must have felt after watching a few episodes of the show. The main idea of the play was done-to-death – two sisters who are completely opposite to each other, one the ultimate bechari and the other one had all the characteristics of a materialistic and selfish girl! The fact that the bechari Hira was far more annoying than the chalak Sehr made you wonder if the writer and the director had managed to achieve their objective! The negative characters in the play kept your interest alive in the early episodes and the other characters remained predictable and boring throughout the drama.
Black and white characters, twisted turns in the story, Saboor Ali and Samina Peerzada’s never-ending rona dhona, a story which was stretched even though it lacked substance and watching amazing actors like Sajid Hassan and Samina Peerzada settle for such a mediocre script was a huge disappointment. Like all other plays which show women suffer to the extreme – from getting married to a man old enough to be her dad to getting poisoned by her mom, Hira went through it all and more – this drama got the ratings which producers want more than anything else and therefore it ended only after losing all its “fans”!
The viewers expect better from Pakistani writers, directors and producers. They also want the actors they love so much and who are clearly very talented to choose their projects after giving it a lot of thought otherwise people will lose faith in them and will be disappointed as a result of their wrong choices. The good thing is that all the dramas in this list do not define our drama industry, we are still making great dramas and hope that there will be a time when our drama makers stop compromising on quality.
Are there any other dramas which you would like to add to this list? Feel free to share your thoughts.
Zahra Mirza & Fatima Awan
Ohkay so, despite being teensy tiny bit slow, this episode was amazing & power-packed. I love watching this drama & I am so glad that even though so many episodes have gone on-air it is still going strong. I like how situations & all the characters are evolving & every episode brings a new chapter with it.
Haider has pretty much given up on his dream of becoming a politician & because he is feeling burdened by the household expenses, he is forcing himself to do a regular job that will guarantee some fixed income with which he will be able to take care of his family, but little did he know that just when he will stop thinking about everything, Asfand Sultan will appear in his life & ask him to join his party once again. It is amazing how Mishi has not once forced Haider to go out of the way to fend for his responsibilities because she knows that he is trying really hard. If Mishi had wanted, she could’ve easily told Haider to settle for a job but in stead, she chose to tell him to chase his dreams as she knows that politics is something that Haider is most passionate about. I am glad that they introduced this track in Haider’s life once again because things will become even more interesting.
Mishi chose to contact Qadeer because she not only had to talk about Saba but she also wanted to know about his final answer in regards to Humna too. I think it was a wise decision that Mishi made because she know that Saba’s parents would never believe what she will say & Saba will easily persuade them into believing that Mishi was lying, so she knew that if there was one person who’d actually understand the entire situation, it was Qadeer. However, I feel Mishi should have informed Haider about it too, not that it would’ve made much difference because Haider trusts her completely but it wouldn’t have hurt to have Haider’s back in this matter because one way or the other, Haider is linked to this situation because his part of the amount is missing as well.
Haider has made such a good impact on Sara in such a short span of time that even though she still feels uncomfortable at the idea of Mishi living with Haider in his humble abode, she has accepted their relationship. Sara has learned the truth that Haider might not be financially stable, but he knows how to protect Mishi & most importantly, he knows how to make her happy. Sara has seen how determined Haider is & she has also seen how Mishi is at a happy place in this relationship, so she can’t really complain much & that is why she was convinced to go to meet Mishi & Haider’s family with a wedding gift. I am glad that they didn’t cover that scene because they have shown enough of her for us to imagine what she must’ve said & how she must’ve reacted, but it was good to see Sara giving a nod of approval to Mishi & respecting her choices.
I must say, the character that has evolved into a very respectful personality is that of Khadija. It was so nice to see her complimenting Mishi over her smallest of efforts. Also, the way Khadija didn’t pay much heed to what Sara said also goes to show that she isn’t someone who will make a fuss about the facts that she herself is aware of. Khadija isn’t oblivious of the fact that Mishi comes from a very different background, that is why she wasn’t surprised at how Sara reacted & even told Mishi to not worry much about what she must be feeling or thinking. Also, I think it was quite sweet of Khadija when she refused to take the money from Mishi, saying that Haider gave that money to Mishi for her personal use. These are quite a few things that might not matter but actually do stand out in this drama because we rarely get to see such characters, such mothers in law, such husbands, such wives & such daughters in law in our dramas who deal with the situations wisely, who believe in respecting each other, who believe in letting go of the bitter stuff & who are not always on a hunt to makes the matters worse.
I loved loved loved Haider & Mishi’s scenes the most. The way they bicker, the way they taunt each other, the way they compliment each other, it is actually quite refreshing to see a husband & wife behaving like a ‘normal’ couple in the toughest of circumstances, because it shows that the power of love is so strong that they are ready to deal with anything & everything with a smile on their face. Mishi has made her place in Haider’s heart & his home too & Haider has done the same thing because the changes in Sara’s attitude are pretty explanatory. Even though in the initial stages of their marriage, it looked like Haider was quite demanding & believed in having things his way, but as their story progressed, Haider started reciprocating everything that Mishi was doing for him & his family & that is why, he made sure to form cordial terms with Mishi’s mother, as he could see that Sara’s behavior affected Mishi a lot.
So finally, Haider accepted Asfand’s offer because Mishi gave him the validation & push that he needed, but first Haider made sure to let him know that he was pretty much settled with his wife & he won’t be bothered if Asfand will once again have any objections over his marriage. It is good that Asfand doesn’t seem much concerned about Haider’s personal life & only wants his expertise in the field of politics. Mishi finally had a conversation with Qadeer, but she was shocked to know that Qadeer has moved on. I hope now when Humna will get to know this, she will kiss the idea of getting married to him good-bye because she deserves someone better than him for sure. Also, Sikandar got an answer from Wahab that he most certainly wasn’t expecting. I am still not sure if Wahab did this to get back at Haider or he was genuinely interested in Sikandar’s shop, I hope they do uncover the reason behind Wahab’s move as well.
Overall, this episode was amazing & I am so glad we’re getting to see a couple of such individuals who not only believe in supporting each other, but also believe in empowering each other with their validation, with their love & with their trust too. It was for the first time when Mishi also confessed her love for Haider & it was absolutely sweet. All the questions about ‘kangan’ were so filmy & done really well, I can’t thank the writer enough for giving us a couple that behaves normally because this is something that we never get to see in our dramas. The acting of all the actors & the direction of this drama has remained top-notch so far & I am so glad that even at this stage of the drama, the ending of each & every episode leaves us asking for more. Thank you so much team Besharam for giving us an incredibly amazing drama. Please share your thoughts about this episode of Besharam.
Ohkay so, when the smoke erupting from the green tea mug seems more interesting, when Shaan’s Korma Masala advertisement seems more enticing, when the placement of keys on your keyboard seems to catch your attention more than what’s on TV & when the past hour turns out to be the longest & most boring hour of your life, then you know for sure that the drama that you’re tuned to has turned into a disaster.
I’ll get straight to the point. I thought this drama was about the story of Uzma, Mahnoor & Haadi’s characters but I am not sure when did the writer of the season 2 of Zara Yaad kar get this idea that people will be happy to see the side characters taking the lead while pushing the main leads in the background? This episode was about Gaiti & Anoushay & what for, I am still confused. Chalo yan to unke characters gripping hote to bhi baat thi, but their characters are sticking out like sore thumb in the drama & the coverage that they are getting is totally unjustified & is only wasting the time of the viewers!!!
I think since Haadi is a brainless bug, I will suggest him to put an ad on OLX.com.pk for a temporary husband that he is in search of for Mahnoor, I am sure the process will be quicker that way, he will find the guy & we will be free from this torture named Zara Yaad Kar.
Oh well, seems like Uzma turned a blind eye from Fahad because she was too comfortable being a doormat to Haadi. Everyone in this drama is a doormat to one another. Haadi is a doormat to Mahnoor, Mahnoor was a doormat to Waqar, Uzma is a doormat to Haadi, Anoushay is a doormat to Waqar & even Gaiti was a doormat to Waqar too. So many doormats gathered at one place, how cool is that? Well, I had a good laugh at the scene where Mahnoor banged a door on Haadi’s face treating him like a doormat & I knew, I just knew it that now he will scurry like a mouse to Uzma’s home & she will not only listen to his gibberish, but will serve him tea & food too & this is exactly what happened which made me laugh out loud!!! Talk about everyone being brainless & spineless bug in this drama!!! Is this why Haadi told Uzma to cancel her wedding? Only to have her around & give him advises whenever he showed up at her doorstep like a sore loser? My blood actually boiled when I saw Haadi having a normal conversation with Mahnoor & smiling at the thought of her, after planting a seed in Uzma’s mind that she was just compromising in the name of marriage so she should rethink her decision. Haadi displayed a lot of ‘wisdom’ in analyzing Uzma’s situation, so when is he going to put his wisdom to good use in the matters concerning his own pathetic life? Also, didn’t Uzma think that she was ready to leave a guy like Fahad for a loser like Haadi, who will vanish from her life once Mahnoor will be done with Halala & get married to him again? Yeah, all this while I thought at least Uzma had some brains, but oh well!
The scene where Anoushay barged into Haadi’s room inquiring about Waqar was ridiculous & insane. Like she couldn’t get a hold of her loser two-timer boyfriend & there she was giving a piece of her mind to Haadi but yes, at least there was one thing that she said that made sense & that was ‘ye philosophy jharna band karo’, phew, at least there’s someone who thinks the same about this entire falsafa that has been happening in this drama. Waqar is another loser on the loose. I am amazed that after becoming a politician, Gaiti had the time to track Waqar down & call him. I am amazed that these episodes are written by the director herself who happens to be a female, because she left no stone unturned in making all the female characters of this drama look like a bunch of desperadoes who only dream of getting married by hook or by crook, without even bothering if the guy they are drooling over is worth it or not!!!
Oh well, the playful & pleasant music in the background of Haadi & Mahnoor’s scenes was cringe-worthy. Like the director here is showing us a love affair of ex-husband & wife & she is showing us their omlette ka nashta made by Mahnoor ke haath & is still expecting us to accept everything wholeheartedly, like seriously. Seems like even Aneesa has become a part of this adventure too, where she is eager to see her daughter commit Halala & then she covers it using her motherly instincts as an excuse, oh PHULEEEEZZZZZZZZ!!! Get over with this crap already as this drama is back to square 1 & we’re stuck in a rut.
Well, I am having anxiety just by thinking that I’ll have to tune to this drama next week that too when the preview didn’t look like that it will be the last episode. Can any angel-like-human tell me when this torture is ending because I am done with this drama & I don’t have any patience left. I must say, that after watching Shanakht, I never had imagined that Amna Nawaz Khan will become one of those drama-makers who ruin the drama for the sake of ratings & I never thought that just like Samira Fazal’s projects, I’ll have to raise my guard in regards to her projects too. I will be screening her dramas from now on because I don’t think they’re worth my time! Anyways, please share your thoughts about this pathetic episode of Zara Yaad Kar!!!
All the flashback scenes in tonight’s episode reminded me of the good old days when I believed that this drama had something grand to offer! It also reminded me of the torture this drama has put all of us through! The only thing I am looking forward to right now is an ending to this torture. Mannu’s family members welcomed her like Columbus and Ibn-e-Batutta’s families must have welcomed them when they came back from their travels. The viewers were shown the flashback scenes covering Mannu and Salahuddin like we had already forgotten about their love story.
All of Mannu’s troubles came to an end in this episode and Abba took a u-turn! After the surgery he actually had a change of heart. After torturing us for months with her becharapan Mannu is a now a more enlightened individual who knows exactly what she wants from life – yes she had a change of hear too! If the moral of the story was that girls should not see marriage as the ultimate goal than it was definitely not presented in the best way. If it was this easy for Mannu to go back to her parents’ house and live a life she wanted to live then why was Abba’s condition used as an excuse to make Mannu stay in Salahuddin’s house for the longest time? The fact is that this drama would have had a decent ending on this note if Mannu’s mother did not pressurize her to stay in Salahuddin’s house, if Mannu wasn’t turned into the ultimate bechari and if Jeena wasn’t part of this grand plan. That way Mann Mayal could have ended at episode 16.
What exactly was Jeena’s role in this story? Apart from giving Salahuddin zehr and then drinking it herself, she did not add anything to the story. She got plenty of screen time, more than Mannu and Salahuddin’s families combined together and now that she is dead I am wondering why did she get so much attention? Jeena’s character was the most unnecessary character in the show. Unless there are actually viewers out there who felt something for her.
Even in this second last episode things moved forward at a snail’s pace. I don’t want to tune into another show in which Maya Ali sheds a single tear! Maya Ali has cried so much in this drama. It is sad to see someone who is capable of so much more being wasted in a role which has absolutely nothing to offer. Salahuddin kept on asking everyone why Mannu left, what happened to picking up the phone and dialing her number to ask her why she left? Also, Mannu’s call to Salahuddin’s parents and the way he was taken away to the operation theatre was meant to mislead the viewers into thinking that he might have died. Which doctor gives a patient anesthesia before taking him to the operation theatre? That was brand new!
Oh well! The story has still not ended and once Salahuddin is fit to travel he will go to Mannu’s house with a rishta.
How many of you watched this episode and how many of you are going to celebrate when this drama ends?
The drama is back on track with Zebu playing a bigger role in the picture. So far we watched Zebu play a victim and not a survivor but in this episode she chose to do what needed to be done in order to put the person who violated her behind bars. This is the first time that we are watching such a case go to trial in a drama and in the end the rapist will get the punishment he deserves through proper channel. We have seen dramas in which rapists are shot in the end or they lose their senses but we have never seen a rapist go to trial. Although the past few episodes were somewhat disappointing because Zebu’s character had been relegated to the background but they laid the foundation for everything we saw in tonight’s episode. These latest developments will shock Imtiaz because all of this was not part of his grand plan! This episode opened with Arsh distancing himself from Meeran emotionally. He is still as dedicated to this case as he was before but after Meeran’s response to his proposal in the previous episode he is no longer willing to be “just friends” with Meeran either. Arsh’s reaction was realistic but it is still difficult to digest the fact that in all these years both of these individuals have not moved on. Meeran finally tells Arsh the truth and that is when he makes a very important decision – Zebu is the only one who should decide whether she should come out with the truth or not. This was the decision which brought Zebu back in the picture. Zebu is desperate to get her mother out of jail therefore she is willing to take this difficult step. This episode also focused on the prerequisites for taking such a case to the court. These discussions were loud and clear which was a bold yet an important step to raise awareness about the issue. The scenes in the court showed how easy it was for Imtiaz to win this case if Zebu did not decide to share the truth in the court. The viewers however were not shown why Sajida decided to plead not guilty because so far she had been saying that she would confess to the crime. Was it because of Imtiaz’s presence in the court? She did not want to give him the satisfaction of knowing that he had already won the case. All the details of the case are being covered in these last few episodes therefore the pace of the drama has slowed down considerably. This episode was educational and Zebu’s growth from a victim to a survivor was a positive development but it wasn’t very entertaining. The drama sends out a very important message therefore it is there to serve a bigger purpose. Farhan Saeed has proven himself as a versatile actor in this play and Ahsan Khan has won people over with his effortless portrayal of Imtiaz. Farhat Ishtiaq’s take on the story of a rape victim is definitely very different and better from many other dramas which we have seen recently that dealt with the same subject. The story was stretched in the previous few episodes therefore the drama isn’t as entertaining as it was before but no one can deny its educational value. The director Mohammad Ehteshamuddin has extracted the best performances from all the actors involved and this episode was filled with flawless performances mostly because Ins-e-Yazdan did not make an appearance. Hina Altaf’s acting was okay in tonight’s episode, she did whatever was expected from her but she doesn’t add that little something which could have made this role special. The preview of the next episode suggested that it is not going to be the final episode and the focus will be entirely on the hearings of Sajida’s case. Zebu’s presence in the court and her side of the story will change everything. Imtiaz will lose the edge he has right now and it is then that the judge who right now seems to be siding with him will change his approach. The real question is whether Sajida’s will change her approach too or not! How many of you watched this latest episode? Do share your thoughts about it.
Family Vlogs have becme extremely popular in Pakistan. Many big YouTubers shifted to this format and earned millions by sharing their daily life. Ducky Bhai, Sistrology and Rajab Butt are a few examples of how people were able to amass a huge audience and earn millions of dollars through Vlogging. But this trend just brought in a disgusting video and people are flabbergasted.
A YouTube channel by the name of Ammara’s life shared a family Vlog about their father’s death. Two sisters were seen filming the last hours of their father’s life. They were constantly checking in with the audience as they were recording the most vulnerable moments of their father’s life. The Vlog is both disgusting and painful to watch.
This is the family Vlog the sister’s shared:
This has once again started a debate on family Vlogging and people are horrified. One person wrote, “Tit for tat. Their own kids will also do the same with them.” Another added, “The government should regulate such content.” One said, “This is why we have so many calamities in Pakistan.” Here is the reaction from the public’s side:
Tara Mehmood is an actress who started her career in dramas after she studied and then worked for several years in the USA. She later came to Pakistan and started acting as a full time job. She has been a part of many big dramas since her debut and she has performed all types of characters since. People were shocked when years later they discovered that she comes from a very influential family.
Tara Mehmood’s father is Shafqat Mehmood who is the former education minister as well as a famous PTI member. Tara was pretty famous when people discovered who her father was. He was very famous for cancelling exams during Covid and helping kids with their academic years.
Tara was a guest on Ahmed Ali Butt’s podcast and revealed that her close friends knew while no one else in Karachi or in the industry knew who her father was. This was better security wise and she never tried to use her father’s clout or power. When the pictures of her and her dad went viral on the internet, she was a bit scared as she did not want so much attention.
It happened while she was shooting Chupke Chupke. Her director Danish Nawaz was also shocked and asked her why she does not bring security as she is a minister’s daughter. This is what she shared about hiding her political background:
Urwa Hocane and Farhan Saeed make one of the most loved couples from the Pakistani showbiz industry. The two fell in love while they were at the peaks of their careers and got married in a beautiful ceremony. They have since supported each other through thick and thin and now they are proud parents to a daughter Jahan Aara. It is Farhan’s birthday and his family is making it special for him.
Urwa Hocane took to Instagram and shared a cute selfie with Farhan Saeed. She called him her Zindagi as she appreciated the love and peace her husband has brought to her life. These two love birds are always very expressive and Urwa Hocane did it again as she expressed love for her other half.
Mawra Hocane who is the beloved sister-in-law of Farhan also wished her brother from another mother. She wished him prayers and blessings and she shared some beautiful moments of the two of them together from her wedding. This bhaiya-behen duo is also what people have always loved. This is her beautiful wish:
Urwa Hocane celebrated her husband’s birthday in style:
Main Manto Nahi Hoon is a drama that is garnering appreciation and criticism both. It is the talk of the town for several reasons. The romance between Manto and Mehmal is one track that fans have questioned a lot. A 40 year old teacher falling in love with a 22 year old student is not something people could digest easily but now fans are questioning other characters.
Surraiya and Miss Maria in Main Manto Nahi Hoon are two powerful female characters. They have their own thoughts and opinions and they were both seen pushing these two to fall in love. Surraiya is suspected to be intriguing behind the scenes for her revenge but Miss Maria is also pushing Mehmal and Manto into love over and over again and fans are now questioning their motives.
This is what is going down:
The internet has a lot to ask from these two. One user said, “Why are these two pushing teacher student romance?” Another added, “Surraiya and Maria should become rishta aunties.” One said, “Manto and Mehmal may just be infatuated for sure but these two are forcefully trying to turn it into love.” Here are the questions from the fans of Main Manto Nahi Hoon:
Aima Baig is a versatile Pakistani playback singer known for her multiple hit songs, including Qalabaz Dil, Mast Malang, Baazi, and many others. Recently, she released her vibrant and catchy new track Sun Mere Mahiya, which perfectly matches her signature energy. The song revolves around the emotions of a young lover waiting for her beloved. The romantic video, featuring Aima Baig alongside model and actor Shuja Asad, is a lively celebration of festivity, love, and rhythm. Composed by Rahill Mirza, the track is crafted as an anthem of joy—soulful, festive, and impossible not to move to—making it an ideal pick for weddings, mehfils, and festivals.
Sun Mere Mahiya is produced by Fahad Hussayn Academy and Two9Two Productions, and directed by Raja Fahad Hussayn. The video’s cinematography is by Amir Mughal, with Daniyal Ahmad Dogar as assistant director and Aminah Ejaz as line producer. Shaani worked as the gaffer, Haris Aman handled the editing, and Owais Roy managed the color grading. Styling is by Fahad Hussyn Academy and wardrobe is by Fahad Hussyn. Here is the link to the video:
Aima Baig fans are loving her comeback after a long gap. One fan wrote, “Finally she is back with this banger song”. Another wrote, “It’s a beautiful song. Love from India”. One fan wrote, “Wow, her vocals are amazing and the song is really enjoyable.” One said Aima Baig has once again won everyone’s hearts” Read the comments:
Usman Peerzada is a senior Pakistani television, theater, and film actor. He is one of the co-founders of Rafi Peer Theater. His notable dramas include Sophia, Doosri Larki, Mazdeekiyan, Teesra Kinara, Sahil, Kaffara, Dayan and many others. Currently, fans are praising his performances in Main Manto Nahi Hoon and Baray Bhaiyya. He married Samina Peerzada in 1975, and together they have two daughters, Anum and Amal Peerzada.
Recently, Usman Peerzada appeared in an interview with Maliha Rehman on her YouTube channel. In the interview, the actor cleared the air regarding the allegations of Dayan being a copy of Khoon Bhari Maang, a Bollywood film starring Rekha. He also clarified the confusion about his character in Dayan.
Talking about it, he said, “There was a misunderstanding. I was not a gynecologist; the hospital had multiple directors, and I was a plastic surgeon. A friend brought his wife to me, and she was checked by a gynecologist. Later, I called my friend to give her reports. In Dayan, I played the role of a plastic surgeon, and I had done a similar character earlier for PTV. It was in the serial Doosri Larki, which aired on PTV and was inspired by the novel Mirror Has Two Faces. Javed and I were the leads, and Talat Hussain played the role I played in Dayan. It was shot with two girls. In the story, a plastic surgeon gives a girl the face of his recently murdered daughter, and she went into a house where people didn’t recognize her. It was after our serial that India made Khoon Bhari Maang. Now people say that Dayan is a copy of Khoon Bhari Maang, but in fact, it was inspired by our PTV drama Doosri Larki.” Here is the link to the video:
Khushboo Khan is a popular Pakistani film, stage, and TV actress. She is famously known for her stage dances but was once recognized for her acting in films like Maa Bani Dulhan, Zehreelay, Nageena, Selaab, Dil Kisi Ka Dost Nahi, and others. She married Arbaaz Khan in 2000 and has two grown-up sons. For many years, Khushboo and Arbaaz Khan made headlines due to rumors of their divorce, and now Khushboo has confirmed it.
In an emotional conversation with Dr. Ajmal Malik on his YouTube channel Dramay Baziyan, she confirmed her divorce and betrayal by her ex-husband Arbaaz Khan.
Khushboo said, “Arbaaz was everything to me. Now I cry my heart out; people are betrayers. I have been through a lot. He was never there when I needed him. He left without saying anything and never returned, but his memories remain with me. It’s a deep pain. I didn’t even get a chance to see him for years. It has been five years since he left. We had no fight, no misunderstanding—nothing like that. I don’t know what happened. He just never came back.” Here is the link to the video:
She further said, “Had I been married, I would have been a great housewife. Allah knows about the misunderstandings I had in my marriage. I fulfilled my duties with devotion as a wife and mother, and as long as I was a housewife, I carried out my responsibilities with great care and love. Now, I can say that I would still be a great housewife if I were married today.” Here is the link to the video:
Atif Aslam is an excellent Pakistani playback and pop singer with a strong international fan following of 10.7 million on Instagram. He is known for his hit songs such as Aadat, Kuch Is Tarha, Ba Khuda, Dil Diyan Gallan, and many others. Fans love his powerful vocals and his ability to hit high notes. These days, Atif Aslam has been performing back-to-back concerts in Pakistan and abroad.
Recently, Atif Aslam embarked on a tour of Canada and the USA for a series of concerts, where he has been rocking the stage with his live performances. The singer also performed international hit numbers, including songs by Michael Jackson and popular Bollywood tracks. He even danced energetically to the music. Watch his performances below.
Fans are heavily criticizing Atif Aslam’s change in style and behavior, with many saying that he is going through a midlife crisis. They are also trolling his new dressing sense. One wrote, “He looks like Justin Bieber from China.” Another commented, “What’s with wearing these diaper pants?” Someone else said, “I think Atif Aslam needs treatment, may Allah guide him to the right path.” Many fans are also unhappy with his loud musical and dance performances so soon after his father’s death. One wrote, “His days are gone, and his downfall has already started.” Another added, “He has become a joker.” Read Here:
Javeria Saud is a versatile and popular Pakistani television actress and host who has been active in the media industry for many years. The talented actress is married to film and television actor-producer Saud Qasmi, and together they have two children, Jannat and Ibrahim. Javeria Saud’s notable acting projects include Yeh Zindagi Hai, Nand, Paristan, and Baby Baji. She was recently praised for her negative character Azra in Baby Baji and also received appreciation for her performance in the drama series Bajjo, which aired on Geo Entertainment.
Recently, a clip of Javeria Saud from Good Morning Pakistan has been circulating on social media, in which she narrated details of her family’s meeting with Bollywood star Varun Dhawan and how he was surprised by Saud’s popularity.
Talking about it, Javeria Saud said, “Jannat and Ibrahim were die-hard fans of Varun Dhawan. Ibrahim expressed his wish to meet him, so Saud called his friend and told him that the kids wanted to meet Varun Dhawan. His friend arranged a meeting while Varun was shooting in Abu Dhabi. We went there, where Varun Dhawan, Akshaye Khanna, and John Abraham were filming a helicopter scene, so we waited. Saud was quite shy about meeting him and even reluctant to take a picture, so he stayed in the car. Meanwhile, Varun had a light conversation with Ibrahim and jokingly asked how many girlfriends he had, to which Ibrahim replied, ‘Five.’ Later, Varun called Saud over and asked about him. When Saud stepped out of the car, all the crew members and workers started taking pictures with him. He ended up taking pictures with around 150 people! Varun then said to me, ‘Your husband is such a big actor—everyone is taking pictures with him!’ It was truly an overwhelming moment for us.”
Fans, however, are sharing mixed reactions. Many are doubting her and questioning whether the story she shared is even known to Varun Dhawan and Saud. Some are trolling her, while a few are pointing out that popular Lollywood actors enjoy star status because of their hit films, which were watched by millions. Read the comments:
Pakistani stars have seen a rise in their celebrity status over the past few years. Our actors and singers are recognized globally, and they have fans in every corner of the world. The rise of social media and the importance of Instagram in the entertainment industry have put many new names on the world map. Now our stars have fans all over the world, and their work is being followed and appreciated.
Many Pakistani stars have created a lasting legacy without relying on social media strategies. They are recognized primarily for their talent on screen or stage, and their fame does not depend on the number of followers they have.
Here is a list of Pakistani stars who shine beyond social media:
Atif Aslam
Atif Aslam is arguably the biggest star in Pakistan. He began his career with the song “Aadat” and has since become a beloved figure for millions. Throughout his career, he has released countless hit songs and has successfully built an audience in both Pakistan and India. With 10.7 million followers on Instagram, he has been sharing some entertaining content recently. Despite this, he continues to receive love and admiration, selling out tickets without relying heavily on social media promotion.
Fawad Khan
Fawad Khan is a special Pakistani star. Starting his career with Jutt & Bnd as well as Entity Paradigm, he later completely shifted to acting. He has worked on several projects in Pakistan and on a few in India in his career spanning over two decades. He is still the most loved star by the advertisers, and a whole generation has been his fan after Humsafar aired on television. The actor has 1.7 million followers on Instagram, but he never really posts anything. His team posts for the brands he is endorsing, which people never even look at. His stardom is organic, and it has never really required any social media pressure.
Saba Qamar
Saba Qamar is one of the most talented artists Pakistan has ever produced. She has time and again proven how great she is with her roles in dramas like Maat, Baaghi and even Cheekh. She worked with Irrfan Khan in Hindi Medium, and she was nominated for Best Actress in her very first project across the border. Saba joined the social media game quite late in her career, and she still receives love and admiration. She has 6.9 million followers on her Instagram, which is ot even a fraction of her real fandom.
Mehwish Hayat
Mehwish Hayat is another superstar who not only pulls big TRPs on television but also big box office numbers in Pakistani cinemas. Her talent is unmatched, and after winning her Pakistani and Urdu-speaking fans, she won fans globally when she made her Hollywood debut with Ms Marvel. The actress does not care to be too active on social media, but her fans still follow her work whenever she decides to make an appearance on the screens.
Hamza Ali Abbasi
With only 1.1. Million followers on Instagram, Hamza Ali Abbasi is another Pakistani star who has been loved by millions for his work and looks. He is also a star who takes his time; he would take long breaks, and then he would make a comeback with a great project. The actor is loved for his work, and he never loses his following despite the hate he gets on social media for his personal views at times.
Sajal Aly
Sajal Aly is a prominent new-age Pakistani star who has made a name for herself through hard work and dedication. Currently, she ranks among the top actresses in the industry and has also worked in the UK and India alongside her projects in Pakistan. Sajal is widely recognized for her exceptional talent and captivating eyes. She has a following of over 11 million on Instagram; however, she does not always need to be active on social media. People appreciate her more for her performances on screen than for her online posts.
Fahad Mustafa
Fahad Mustafa is a distinguished Pakistani entertainer who has been active in the industry for over two decades. His remarkable ability to attract audiences to cinemas is complemented by his dynamic presence and engagement on the television show Jeeto Pakistan. Recently, he garnered further acclaim for his role in the series Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum. With a substantial following of 4.2 million on Instagram, it is important to note that his real-life stardom extends well beyond this digital metric.
Bilal Abbas Khan
Bilal Abbas Khan is a star in Pakistan’s entertainment industry, known for his exceptional acting talent and impressive choice of projects. As a member of a new generation of actors, he has captivated fans not just locally but around the globe. While he prefers to keep a low profile on social media, primarily using Instagram for professional purposes, he has amassed a remarkable following of over 4 million. His fans admire his work and eagerly anticipate his next drama, all while respecting his desire for privacy. Bilal’s talent and charisma undoubtedly set him apart as a prominent figure in the industry.
Ramsha Khan
Ramsha Khan is a prominent Pakistani star who confidently embraces her identity as a homebody. She is selective about her social interactions and prefers to keep a low profile on social media. With an impressive following of 3.5 million on Instagram, she chooses to post sparingly, yet this strategy has not hindered her success. Ramsha continues to excel in her dramas, proving that her talent stands strong without the need for social media hype.
Ahad Raza Mir
Ahad Raza Mir is another Pakistani star who has worked both in Pakistan and internationally. The actor has a dedicated following who love him for his work and screen presence. Ahad is also a star who does not get too active on social media. His dramas always make rating records. He shines despite not posting a lot on Instagram, and his fans always have to ask him to post more.
Humayun Saeed
Humayun Saeed is a big Pakistani star and producer who is one of the pillars of the entertainment industry today. The star has been working since the late 90s, and fans love him. His stardom is not at all dependent on social media. He only posts about his works, but he still has 7.6million followers on Instagram. He shared in a recent interview that he does not care about posting on social media; he has to do it for the dramas he produces.
Khushhal Khan
Khushhal Khan is a young Pakistani star who has gained a significant following despite his relatively short time in the industry. He has achieved success through his excellent choice of scripts and the natural way he presents his characters. Although he belongs to Generation Z, Khushhal does not actively engage much on Instagram. He has 1.1 million followers but does not prioritize growing his social media presence.
Although having a social media presence is essential for stars today, these Pakistani artists have demonstrated that talent can shine through, regardless of the number of followers they have on Instagram!
Who Is Hashaam Khan from Main Manto Nahi Hoon- Main Manto Nahi Hoon is a drama that has gathered a plethora of stars in one project. Some of the biggest heavy weights of the industry are in one show and fans are loving every second character. The new man who has entered the chat is Hamad who is Farhad’s brother and people are loving him. The character is played by a new actor Hashaam Khan and he shared some facts about his life in his interview with Fuchsia.
Passion For Acting
Hashaam Khan shared that he always wanted to be an actor. In his childhood, he shared with his grandma that he would love to be a hero one day. He is now playing Hamad in Main Manto Nahi Hoon and it came after a lot of struggle on his part. He remained passionate and he has now found his place in the industry.
This is what he shared:
Separated Parents
Hashaam Khan shared that his parents got divorced when he was 12 and he lived mostly with his maternal grandmother. His mother lived in London post that while his father has been in Lahore which is his home town. This is what he shared:
Hashaam Khan also spoke about how his parents’ divorce affected him. He said that it was difficult for him as a 12 year old. At that time there was some emotional bullying at school and as a child, you also feel guilty that this might have happened because of you. But as he grew up, he realized how clashing his parents’ personalities were and how it would have been miserable for everyone if they stayed together. This is what he wanted to share with kids who may be going through something similar:
Marriage
Hashaam has been married for 2 years now and he shared how things got better for him after his marriage. He was friends with his wife since school days and they later got in touch again after they both grew up. He cited his wife and his mother to be his biggest supporters who have helped him reach where he is today:
Spirituality
Hashaam Khan shared how he was very religious due to his grandmother’s influence while growing up. He lost his way a bit while he was struggling and life was happening around. He just lost touch. But a few years back, he realized how Allah has opened so many doors for him and he is thankful to Him for how things worked out. He added that spirituality is a very personal thing to him and he never shares a lot about his journey:
Asma Abbas is an actress who is loved for her jolly personality and the way she always shares her life with her fans. Her daughter Zara Noor Abbas is also an actress and we have seen her journey on television in front of our eyes. Her marriage and her motherhood have also been in the news with her fans sending blessings and good wishes towards her.
Asma Abbas and her daughter have always had a beautiful relationship. She also has three sons but she has always spoken about how close she has been with Zara. Zara has been her rock throughout her cancer recovery and helped her do the things she likes in her personal life. The mother-daughter duo sat down with Sanam Jung and Asma shared why she thinks having a daughter is emotionally better for mothers.
Asma shared that Zara has become a mother to her in the past few years. She loves her sons who are really good children but a daughter understands you better. She added that a few days back, she was upset and emotional as she was missing her late parents and sister. Zara got to know about it and at once took her for a dance class and tried to cheer her up with her hobby. A son at most will try to take you out for dinner or tell you to buck up. Thus daughters understand you better and she is grateful that Allah gave her a girl.
Fia Khan aka Sofia Khan is a big name from the Pakistani fashion industry. She has worked with all the biggest brands of Pakistan. She has walked the ramps and done shoots and campaigns with the biggest designers. She has been loved for her beauty and the way she has always carried herself. She is blunt and open and never hides her experiences from her fans and followers.
Fia Khan has just been through a hard time. She has taken to Instagram and announced her divorce. She was first married to director Qasim Ali Mureed but the couple broke up. They had two daughters together. Later Sofia married a Turkish man Togla Erken in Germany where she lives. They had a daughter but the couple has unfortunately gotten divorced. Fia shared it on her profile.
She shared that she has gotten divorced again but she is still staying strong. She added that she is blessed to have thre daughters and she requested for prayers for her family:
Fia Khan also spoke to her fans via a Q/A session. She said that a red flag in a relationship is lack of respect. A fan told her that she looked good with her husband to which she replied that destiny is decided by God. She also revealed that for now they have gone through Islamic divorce and the paperwork will take time. Here is what she shared:
Yasir Nawaz is a famous actor and director who has been working in the industry for three deacades now. His father was a famous actor and he carried his legacy forward when he started working in dramas. He has done a great job and he has established himself both in acting and direction. He is married to actress and morning show queen Nida Yasir. They have three kids and they had a long lasting and stable marriage which is rarely seen in showbiz these days.
Yasir Nawaz met his now wife Nida on a set and fell in love with her. They got married soon after and they have lived a great life together. They are often seen supporting each other’s carers and projects and many people want to know the secret to their long-lasting celebrity marriage. Yasir was a guest on Gup Shab and spilled some beans.
Yasir said that silence is what keeps a marriage going. He added this is for both the parties; to remain quiet if the other person is angry. He jokingly added that usually only one side remains silent but you have to keep patience. He further added that love marriage or arranged marriage does not matter. It takes 3-4 years for any marriage to stabilize, thus give it at least that time. He said that after this period the couple starts to understand each other more and clashes lessen.
Iqrar ul Hassan is an anchor who became famous after his show Sar e Aam became a big hit. He started his journey as a mainstream anchor and later on became an analyst. he is also known for his personal life as his multiple marriages are often in the news. He also takes his wife’s for international vacations and now an alleged video from his vacation is going viral.
Iqrar ul Hassan was allegedly vacationing in Barcelona with his second wife Farah Iqrar. The duo were spotted at a club where they were dancing and someone who recognized them also made a video of them and leaked it on the internet.
The video allegedly shows both Iqrar and Farah dancing the night away and having a fun time:
The internet is reacting to the video. One user wrote, “Let him live and enjoy his life.” Another added, “Now his wife will come on TV with a dupatta.” One said, “These are good people of our nation.” Check out the reaction:
Sanam Saeed is a versatile Pakistani television and film actor known for her hit dramas including Zindagi Gulzar Hai, Shak, Mera Naseeb, Kadoorat, Deedan, Diyar E Dil and others. Fans also loved her films Ishrat Made in China, Bachana and Maah e Mir. Last year, Sanam Saeed also faced backlash for working in Indian famous series Barzakh. She recently, made a comeback with an important drama serial Main Manto Nahi Hoon alongside Humayun Saeed. In the drama serial, she is portraying Miss Maria’s character who is secretly in love with Mr Manto.
Recently, she appeared in Something Haute’s talk show in which she revealed that she changed Khalil ur Rehman Qamar’s problematic sentences where it was needed.
Talking about it, Sanam Saeed said, “I was worried about doing a Khalil ur Rehman Qamar script, I was saying to me that what am I doing it or even how am I doing it, but I was quite confident about changing certain things because of his past work that has gone by. I thought that it should change now, time has changed and we should not speak insensitive things. I wanted a few things to be changed like I was of the view that we can reconstuct a sentence. Now is the time that someone like me should say that I’m not doing it. I didn’t also let my colleagues speak a few sentences because they were sensitive or inappropriate for example there were little expressions, or to laugh off at a bad behaviour. I was of the opinion that such behaviour should be called out and one should repent for that and only Nadeem can do that because of his relationship with Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar. Sajal also did a few, where she could. I got this confidence because of Baig Sahab, I knew we can change a bit” Here is the link to the video:
Samar Jafri is a young and talented Pakistani actor and musician who is famously known for his few acting projects including Mayi Ri, Hum Dono and Parwarish. Fans praised his acting as Fakihir in Mayi Ri. He began his career as a child artist and also appeared in many famous commercials back then. Recently, fans praised him as a musician in Parwarish.
Recently, Samar Jafri appeared in Golootlo’s interview Naam Faizan, hosted by Faizan. In the interview, Samar Jafri shared his dream Indian stars, collaborations and project.
Talking about working in India, Samar Jafri said, “I want my Bollywood debut to with Alia Bhat. I think I would love to do a movie like Student of the Year because I am currently fond of Karan Johar movies’ genre in which he shows college students as a hero in his classical romantic way. He further added that Virat Kohli is his forever favourite Indian cricketer.” Here is the link to the video:
Talking about his dream collaboration, Samar Jafri said, “Kaavish and Diljeet Dosanjh are my dream collaboration and I would love to do a pure Punjab song with Diljeet Dosanjh and a slow romantic one with Kavish.” Here is the link to the video:
Syra Yousuf is a famous Pakistani television and film actress who began her showbiz career as a VJ for popular Pakistani music channels. She later switched to acting and is now known for her remarkable performances in dramas such as Mera Naseeb, Bilqees Kaur, Ru Baru, Sinf-e-Aahan, Tanhaiyan Naye Silsilay, and others. She is also a successful entrepreneur who owns a high-end clothing brand.
Recently, a clip of Syra Yousuf from her early days has been going viral on social media, showing her auditioning for the music channel MTV. The auditions were judged by Faizan Haque, Mahira Khan, and Mani (Saqib Sheikh), who were all established MTV VJs at that time. Syra confidently gave her audition and looked stunning. Here is the link to the video:
Fans are loving the auditions and are praising Syra Yousuf’s confidence. One fan praised Mahira Khan, saying, “Mahira Khan has always been girls’ girl” Another wrote, “I think this show is from 2004,2005, it’s great to see Syra”. Many are loving the good old days of Pakistani television industry. Read the comments here:
Main Manto Nahi Hoon is a current hit drama serial on ARY Digital, garnering both critical and public acclaim. The drama also enjoys good viewership and TRPs. However, it often faces criticism from industry fellows, including Atiqa Odho, Marina Khan, and Nadia Khan, who are judging the drama review show on TV. These same judges previously criticized Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar’s two highly viewed dramas, Sunn Mera Dil and Gentleman, as well.
Recently, writer Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar responded to their negative reviews, saying, “They can never be happy until the Day of Judgment. Atiqa Odho and Marina Khan may have experience and excellence as actors, but Nadia Khan is a total failure who knows nothing.”
Now, the actors have taunted the writer back in their recent reviews. However, this time they have kept their tone slightly milder.
Talking about Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar’s statement, Nadia Khan said, “I speak in a language that is understood by everyone. My relationship with the audience, their children, and my fans is very strong, and it’s a bond that has lasted for years. I have a language of love that only my fans truly understand. And here we are, three beauties, doing our duties in English. Today, I will speak a lot of English.” Here is the link to the video:
Atiqa Odho also said, “This time I am enjoying his sentences which are quite impactful and also improves my Urdu. I have always had language issues which I admit because I have throughout studied in English medium schools, so I really want to see such a work which also teaches us or improves our language. I am learning it, to be honest, it is important to have a command on Urdu if we are working in a project which requires a grip on the language so I would love to learn Urdu“.
Sanam Saeed is an actress whom everyone loves. She is poised, talented and series an aura other people do not have in them. She has worked in dramas, films, series and theatre over the years. She has started a new chapter in her life as she welcomed her first child, her son Wali just 3 months ago. She spoke to Something Haute about her life and career and new challenges she is taking on.
Sanam Saeed shared that she was pregnant while she was shooting for Main Manto Nahi Hoon. She was actually 7 months pregnant in the opening scene when she walked in on the stairs of BNU. She said she told Nadeem Baig that she is coming back on TV after 7 years and the first shot is of her 7 months pregnant. They cheated with files and bags to conceal when she was expecting. She added she had a seamstress on set who would help losen her clothes as much as she went far along in her pregnancy.
This is what she shared:
Sanam Saeed also spoke about how sets accommodate new mothers in Pakistan. She said that teams are generally very accommodating. They allow new mothers to bring their children along. She added that she was looking at a script and the team told her to give her requirements so they can make her comfortable. She also added that commercial sets are also helping towards the new mom.
Arbaaz Khan is an actor who has worked in films and dramas. He is also an artist who has worked in Urdu, Punjabi and Pashto cinema. His father Asif Khan was also a part of the film industry and he has worked in several films over different cinemas. Arbaaz is married to actress Khusboo and he is a father to two sons. He was a guest on Wasi Shah’s show and spoke about his life, career and stardom he has seen over the years.
Salman Khan is a Bollywood superstar who is also loved by people globally. He has a huge fandom in Pakistan as well and people love his charm and style. Arbaaz Khan shared a positive meeting with Salman and how Salman also got shocked by his stardom in Dubai.
Arbaaz Khan shared that they once played a charity cricket match in the UAE. Salman Khan was also present along with many other big names fom both Pakistan and India. During the break, Salman asked everyone to just go out on the ground and interact with their fans. The crowd cheered for Salman Khan and the other star they cheered for was Arbaaz. The crowd had a lot of Pathans and they were fans of his Pashto films. This was a great moment for Arbaaz as Salman also turned to look at who is getting all these cheers.
Zara Noor Abbas is an actress who comes from an influential showbiz family. Her aunts and her mother are all very successful actresses while her husband Asad Siddiqui is also a well-known artist. She herself has made a name for herself and she has been a part of many big projects. The actress is seen nowadays on Hum TV in Ek Jhooti Kahani. The actress will be starring in another project soon and she has debuted a new hair style.
Zara Noor Abbas has been sharing her new style with her fans and she looks cute in bangs. But it seems like fans are not agreeing with this. She is among the most beautiful women from the Pakistani drama industry but fans are not too fond of her newly debuted fringe.
The internet as always had its opinion and people are speaking out. One viewer said, “It looks like Zara cut her own hair with a knife.” Another added, “My daughter did exactly the same thing with her hair.” One said, “Used to cut my hair like this in childhood and my mother would then scold me.” This was the reaction:
Ainy Jaffri is an actress and model who has worked in both dramas and films. Her beautiful eyes and delicate features made the audience go gaga over her. She got married and moved abroad where she has been living for the past few years. She is also a mother to a son and she is nowadays hosting a podcast where she speaks bluntly about several topics.
Child abuse is a crime that has increased many folds in our society. Though many parts of society are still trying to remain mum over it, many activists and victims have come forward to raise awareness. These campaigns have allowed others to identify the signs of abuse and they can now better protect their children.
Ainy Jaffri shared a heart-wrenching story about her childhood. She was brave enough to speak about it openly though living through such a horrific memory again is not easy. She revealed that at the age of 5, a cook in her house abused her. She knew it was wrong, even as a child. She is grateful that she could go straight to her mother and share what had happened to her. She still felt the anxiety of that time when she narrated the story.
This is how bravely Ainy Jaffri spoke about what had happened as she raised awareness about child abuse in our society:
The public is applauding Ainy Jaffri for her bravery. One user wrote, “This is so brave of you to share this painful story.” Another added, “More power to you Ainy.” One said, “This is why you should never employ a man in your house.” This was the reaction:
Pamaal is an upcoming Green Entertainment drama serial written by Zanjabeel Asim Shah and directed by Khizer Idrees. It is produced by Tehreem Chaudhary under the banner of Multiverse Entertainment Productions. The drama is all set to be released soon on Green Entertainment, and the channel has already started dropping the first looks and teasers of the leading pair.
The cast of Pamaal includes remarkable actors such as Saba Qamar and Usman Mukhtar. Today, the channel released a new teaser featuring the main leads, giving viewers an insight into their characters. The story revolves around an ambitious and courageous girl, Malika, who wishes to find qualities in her life partner similar to those of her father. You can watch the teaser here:
Fans are loving the teaser of the upcoming Green Entertainment drama series. Usman Mukhtar and Saba Qamar’s admirers are quite excited about the project and are praising their on-screen chemistry. One fan wrote, “They look great together.” Another commented, “Finally, the drama I was waiting for is about to start.” Someone else added, “Their chemistry looks amazing and hot.” A few fans are even predicting Saba Qamar’s marriage because of her project with Usman Mukhtar who is famous for being a lucky charm for his colleagues. Here are some of the comments:
Hamid Rana is a senior Pakistani television and theater actor who rose to fame through his blockbuster PTV series Sona Chandi. His on-screen chemistry with co-actor Chandi, played by Sheeba Hassan, became an instant hit. Sona Chandi was written by Munnu Bhai, directed by Shahzad Khalil, and became one of PTV’s most-watched dramas. His other notable works include Ya Naseeb Clinic and Girja. Besides acting, Hamid Rana also served in Pakistan’s government services.
Recently, Hamid Rana gave an interview to Asad Kaifi, in which he shared his family’s story along with a beautiful message for people about treating daughters-in-law with respect.
Talking about it, Hamid Rana said, “My son had a fight with my daughter-in-law, so they both came to me. I always take my daughter-in-law’s side. Once, my son complained, “Father, you always take her side.” I replied, “Who does she have now? She has left everyone for this house.” He then threatened to leave the house, and I did not stop him. He left, my wife used to cry, and he was also uncomfortable outside the home because we had kept him like a prince. Eventually, he returned, and everything became fine between them. You must take a stand for your daughters-in-law; they are no less than your own daughters.” Here is the link to the video:
Sistrology sisters are popular Pakistani digital creators and social media influencers with millions of subscribers and followers on YouTube and Instagram. They are best known for their daily family vlogs, which fans truly enjoy. Recently, the eldest Sistrology sister, Iqra Kanwal, gave birth to a beautiful baby girl.
Iqra Kanwal and her family expressed their overwhelming happiness and joy at the arrival of the little one. Hira Faisal, Rabia Faisal, Fatima Faisal, and Zainab Faisal, along with their parents, welcomed Iqra Kanwal’s daughter. They came to the hospital room with bouquets and balloons, touched the tiny hands of their adorable niece, and celebrated her entry into the family. Iqra Kanwal’s husband was also part of the joyous occasion. Here are the beautiful pictures:
Social media users and fans are praying and extending best wishes for Sistrology family and their new born daughter. Read a few comments here:
Mubashir Luqman is a senior Pakistani host and journalist who has worked for multiple famous news channels including Express News, Bol TV, ARY News and others. He is also successfully managing his digital media channel Mubashir Luqman on YouTube. The senior anchor is known for being a pro establishment media figure and has also served in a caretaker setup in Pakistan as a minister in Punjab for information technology, communications and works in 2007.
Recently, Mubashir Luqman has given an interview to Naeem Hanif for RNN News in which he has cursed Atif Aslam and also raises question on his loyalty with Pakistan.
Talking about it, Mubashir Luqman said, “See Pakistani artists, recently Atif Aslam has refused to hold Pakistani flag on the stage because he is soon shifting from Pakistan. Now, if you won’t curse such a man than what would you do?”. RNN anchor Naeem Hanif also added, “Arijeet Singh entered an arena of 68 thousand crowd with Indian flag and chanted ‘India – India’ throughout the show and in New York, a person tried to give Pakistani flag to Atif which he didn’t hold and pushed that man away from him. Curse to him from us.” Here is the link to the video:
Farida Shabbir is a veteran Pakistani actress and she is also the wife of actor Shabbir Jan. The duo have been in the industry for decades now. They both married each other and this was the second marriage for the two. They have always been open about their struggles together and how they have grown together over the years.
Farida Shabbir was a guest on Samaa TV and she spoke about how marriages can be made successful. She shared her own opinions on this whole situation. She said in a marriage both partners cannot be hot headed. She gave her own example and said that she as an actress understood how this industry worked which helped. Moreover she made a lot of compromises. She would stop speaking whenever Shabbir was angry. She however did not recommend being quiet from her own experience and said that she started talking back after her kids grew up.
This is what she said:
The internet seems to be divided by her opinion. One user wrote, “This is not a successful marriage but a compromise.” Another agreed and said, “She is right. This is how my wife and I had a long lasting marriage.” Here is the debate:
Chahat Fateh Ali Khan is a singer and performer who became famous on social media for his weird songs and funny acts. He is now a very famous influencer and he gets invited to TV shows, events and what not. He is very happy with his rise in fame and he attends different events and openings. He was in the UK for a restaurant opening and something happened which he might have not seen coming.
Egging is an incident which has happened to many celebrities and politicians all around the globe. People from the public throwing eggs at famous personalities is a sad scenario which has happened since the beginning of time. Many times, it is used as a protest against oppression.
Chahat Fateh Ali Khan has now become a victim of this egging. A group of boys egged him while he was attending the opening of a paratha shop in the UK. He looks shocked by this for an instant as the media people were filming him at the opening.
The internet is not happy with what happened. One user said,”This shows how wrongly those boys were brought up.” Another added, “This is shameful and should not happen to anyone.” One said, “This is stupid and childish.” This is what they said:
Yumna Zaidi is an actress who is known for her great acting skills. She picks up hard characters and she always gives her best in each of them. Be it a bubbly Mahjabeen in Pyar Ke Sadqay or a strong woman in Qarz e Jaan, she knows what is a good story and how her performance will elevate it. She has been in the industry for 15 years now and she is rising high every year with quality work.
Yumna Zaidi started working in the industry when she was in 8th standard. She was very young and tried different avenues. She has also been a VJ as a young girl and her old video is going viral now. She is reading entertainment news and presenting it with her usual enthusiasm. She has a baby face and looks cute.
The internet has a lot to say on the old video. One viewer wrote, “She was always beautiful and still is.” Another added, “This is an old video. She must be 40 now and every actress has gotten whitening injections.” One said, “She does not look like Yumna Zaidi.” This was the overall reaction:
Sarah Khan is one of the biggest stars of the Pakistani drama industry. She has a substantial following globally and people love her for her work in dramas as well as her image on social media. She is married to singer Falak Shabir and the couple have a daughter Alyana. Their love is admired by millions and Sarah’s social media always gets a lot of traction.
Looks like Sarah Khan’s beauty is shared by an Indian influencer as well. An Indian influencer and model by the name of Priyanka Sharma went viral when people recognized her uncanny resemblance to Sarah Khan. She looks just like Sarah and social media users were stunned by the likeness. Check out how similar they both are:
The internet is reacting to the doppelgangers and had a lot to say. One user said, “Same 2 same Sarah Khan.” Another tagged Sarah and said, “We have found your sister.” One said, “Spitting image of Sarah Khan.” Check out the reaction:
Barat on 1122 boats is something that no one expected to hear in their lifetime. But this also happened in Toba Tek Singh. Weddings and marriages are loved by Pakistanis and this is one topic which never dies down. Many received infections during Covid but still did not stop themselves from attending wedding events. This shows how much love we have for weddings and the events are not stopping in floods either.
A couple in Toba Tek Singh got married during the raging floods. They also got stuck and the barat finally went on boats by Rescue 1122. The bride was clad in a red bridal outfit while the groom and his family were all smiles as they boarded the rescue boats. Their videos are going viral now.
Witness the dramatic barat whcih shocked everyone in a good way:
The internet is finding this hilarious and they also sent love to the couple. One user wrote, “Shadi nahi rukni chahiye.” Another added, “What a happy nation. They always find a way.” One said, “This can only happen in Pakistan.” Check out the reaction:
Iqra Kanwal and Areeb Pervaiz are two YouTubers who are pretty famous for family Vlogging. Fans have followed their journey from their engagement to their grand wedding and then as they become parents for the very first time. They have been pretty open about their life’s routine and they are often sharing their daily adventures and travels.
Iqra Kanwal welcomed her first child, a baby girl. The family was in hospital and Vlogged everyone’s emotions as the new addition arrived in their lives. They are all over the moon. Iqra and Areeb were emotional and both cried while Areeb filmed Iqra on the hspital bed.
Here is how they entered a new phase in their life:
The internet was not too happy with this oversharing. One viewer said, “Your stomach is cut open but the camera cannot stop filming.” Another added, “Their baby is also new content for them.” One said, “Showing your stitches would have gotten you more views.” This is what people said:
Humaira Asghar was a famous Pakistani actress and model Humaira whose dead body was discovered in her Karachi flat on July 8, 2025, with investigators suggesting she may have died nine months earlier. Police seized flat and her gadgets and also found multiple proofs for investigations which were later investigated. The court later ordered an FIR and directed police to record family statements.
Now, Humaira Asghar’s medicolegal report has been published by the police according to which the blood stains are found on Humaira Asghar’s T-shirt which didn’t match her DNA. According to the details, the investigations face obstacles because Humaira’s body was incomplete and decomposed, with only bones recovered and no body organs found, making it impossible to determine the exact cause of death. Here is the link to the video:
Social media users are praying for Humaira Asghar’s forgiveness. Many are demanding for the justice for her. A few expressed their frustration on Pakistan’s slow legal procedures. Read the comments:
Main Manto Nahi Hoon is a hit Pakistani drama serial currently airing on ARY Digital during prime time on Fridays and Saturdays. The story has been written by Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, directed by Nadeem Baig, and produced by Humayun Saeed. All the characters in Main Manto Nahi Hoon are currently going viral on social media, but Azaan Sami Khan is receiving the most attention for his perfect portrayal of the villain, Farhad.
Recently, Nadeem Baig spoke about casting Azaan Sami Khan as Farhad in Main Manto Nahi Hoon.
Talking about it, Nadeem Baig said, “In Azaan Sami Khan’s role we can easily imagine Feroze Khan and other angry looking men but I wanted it to be portrayed by someone who doesn’t look like this evil, he has innocent face but is a negative person. It adds surprise element to it. It is right casting and his role has been written so well. It has so much Masala so anyone would have got attention after doing it but Azaan is having more attention because an innocent face looks good with character. He is hardworking, good listening and a beautiful human being”.
Talking about Azaan Sami Khan slap scenes, Nadeem Baig said, “He deserves all these slap, he should be even hit with shoes, he is the one messing around and creating fuss especially when everyone is ready to end this feud, he’s the one starting it.”
Nadeem Baig is a senior Pakistani television and film director known for his hit projects like Barat Series, Pyare Afzal, Mere Paas Tum Ho, Dillagi, Kuch Ankahi, Punjab Nahi Jaungi, Jawani Phir Nahi Aani and others. Nowadays, he is getting praise for directing two most hit film and TV projects Love Guru and Main Manto Nahi Hoon.
Nadeem Baig has recently given a short interview to Omair Alavi for Nukta Life where he opened up about student teacher relationships being shown in Main Manto Nahi Hoon and also compared the odd love stories of old Ptv classics like Dhoop Kinaray and Ankahi.
Talking about it, Nadeem Baig said, “Why can’t Mehmal and Manto be a pair. I think it is something that is considered as a Taboo, or I can say that it is not decent to have a teacher-student relationship but the stories develop where things go against norms. Sometimes, it happens and if something like this happens, people should know how to handle it and we have scene such scenarios in old dramas like Dhoop Kinare where Marina Khan and Rahat Kazmi made a pair but it wasn’t highlighted because there was no social media and YouTube so it didn’t face criticism and people believed. In Ankahi, there was a relationship between a boss and his secretary which is also not so much pleasing according to me but no body talked much about it back then. In Student-Teacher relationship, there is a power dynamic and a teacher can exploit the student through his power and that is why it looks odd but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t happen. I read the script and I immediately knew that criticism will come because it’s not socially acceptable. Here is the link to the video: