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.
Danyal Zafar is the brother of Ali Zafar as well as a famous actor and singe imself. His primary career was music but it grew intk acting. His last stint as Sarbuland Lhan in Zanjeerain made him. a household name and peopr largely sent love to him. He alsk featured in Raqaas and he is currently working on his music.
A live performance of Danyal Zafar is currentky going viral. Clad in all black, the singer was seen screamjng while he performed a rick electric genre. However people are not truly fond of this performance.
Here is hoe he was seen performing on stage and the video went viral:
The internet id trolling Danyal Zafar and had skne hilarious reactions as well. One said, “He is asking for antiseptic.” Another added, “Love his acting but what is this.” One went, “Win for the deaf.” Here is what people thought:
Mitti De Baway is currently one of the biggest dramas on Pakistani television. Fans are loving the revenge saga as well as all the characters on their screens. From legends like Sohail Ahmed to child stars like Arham Khan, everyone has received praise for their performances.
Arham Khan plays Qadir aka Qamar un Nissa’s son in Mitti De Baway. He is 14 years old and the actor shared what is Qadir’s problem with Balaa. He refused to reveal if Qadir will be the one to shoot Balaa or not but he has shared Qadir’s thoughts. Last few episodes have shown Qadir express hatred towards his stepfather Balaa.
Arham Khan revealed that Qadir did not have any issue with Balaa but he feels that his own father is not with him today. He passed away because of Balaa. Moreover, his mother gets married to the man partially responsible for his father’s death. Therefore, he is not able to accept Balaa and feels bitter towards him.
This is what Qadir thinks about Balaa. Listen to the young actor’s revelations:
Bushra Ansari is the veteran superstar of Pakistan. She is also a family oriented woman who has always kept her people close. She has strong frmale friendships and support network. The starlet is currently worried about her childhood friend and another veteran artist Humaira Zaheer.
Bushra Ansari revealed that Humaira Zaheer was not well. She had requested prayers and revealed the sad news a week ago through her Instagram post.
Bushra Ansari has now spoken about Humaira Zaheer’s health in detail. She revealed that the two have been close since childhood and they were friends for 54 years. She added that Humaira was totally fine and they suddenly heard that she fell ill and she was shifted to the ICU. She has been in intensive care for a week now with no mmprovement in her health. Bushra has been visiting her everyday.
Bushra also said how stress has damaged everyone’s health and today a person can get to the ICU within seconds due to stressful circumstances. She has also requested her fans and followers to pray for Humaira Zaheer. This is what she had to say:
Mahira Khan is hands down the biggest star of Pakistan. She started her career as a VJ and she has grown into a star of dramas and films. She has also internationally represented us beautifully. The actress is currently going through a beautiful phase in her personal life as she is pregnant with her second child.
Mahira Khan shared her happy news with the world and everyone was ecstatic for her. She received love and blessings. Her first baby, Azlan is all grown up and she is welcoming her first baby from marriage with Salim Karim at the age of 41. The actress was also criticized for pregnancy at this age bracket but she took it all in with dignity and grace and kept her focus on all the overwhelming love.
Mahira Khan always voices concerns of women. She took to Instagram and said what every pregnant woman wants to say. She shared that a woman will never forget the treatment one gives her during her pregnancy and postpartum. She indirectly called out everyone who mistreats a woman when she is already in a vulnerable state.
Here is the strong message which went out from Mahira Khan’s side:
Musaddiq Malek targets Umera Ahmed in latest post. He is an actor and director whose last two shows: Meri Zindagi Hai Tu and Noor Jahan were big hits. The director is watching Dar e Nijaat and he has something to say about the star writer and novelist.
Umera Ahmed is a big name in the Pakistani writers industry. She is a star novelist and a household name. She has also given us some of the classics in the drama industry. Her current show Dar e Nijaat is a blockbuster and there are many who think she writes very regressively for female characters. Zaryab not wearing sleeveless in the current episode also made many make this observation regarding her writing.
Musaddiq Malek thinks Umera Ahmed is just like Khalil ur Rehman Qamar who gets flak for his female characters. He himself has worked on KRQ scripts, both as an actor in Main Manto Nahi Hoon and assistant director to Nadeem Baig. He feels both writers deserve similar hate over their thoughts.
This is the post Musaddiq Malek shared on his Instagram regarding Umera Ahmed and it has now gone viral:
The internet is reacting to Musaddiq’s take on Umera Ahmed. One said, “Why are these men offended when we women are not?” Another added, “Umera’s writing is a bit problematic but she does not hate women. She just needs to broaden her horizon.” One said, “Who is Musaddiq even.” This is how people reacted:
Meera Ji is a popular Pakistani film and television actress whose younger sister, Shaista Abbas, passed away in the UK. Shaista Abbas was a young Pakistani lawyer and a former artist who had also acted in a Pakistani drama series Seep, aired on TV One. Besides her professional career, Shaista was a single mother of a four-year-old child. Shaista had been battling the last stage cancer for around three years. Reportedly, her mother Shafqat Begum was with Shaista during her time at hospice care, while her elder Meera wasn’t allowed the visa from UK officials due to previous restrictions.
The news of her passing was shared by her team member, Mian Shahbaz Ahmed. Journalist Amreen Fatima also shared the news, noting that Shaista had been suffering from advanced cancer. Filmstar Laila also reposted her death news. Meera had previously shared updates about her sister’s health condition and requested prayers from her fans. Read the news here:
Social media users, fans, and followers are extending prayers for the forgiveness of Shaista Abbas and offering their condolences to Meera Ji and her family.
May Shaista Abbas’s soul rest in peace, and may Allah grant patience to her grieving family. Ameen.
Dar-e-Nijat is a popular Pakistani drama that is garnering huge public and critical acclaim, with fans praising both the main leads and the supporting characters. The show is equally popular in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and the Middle East. The story of Dar-e-Nijat features the religious transformation of Zaryab after marrying Abubakar. Zaryab’s father is perfectly portrayed by Faran Tahir; however, this role was interestingly first offered to someone else.
Deepak Perwani, an ace Pakistani designer and actor, was originally offered Faran Tahir’s role.
In an interview with Ambreen Fatima, Deepak Perwani revealed: “Dar-e-Nijat was an amazing project by Saqib Khan, my director from Qarz-e-Jaan. It was Sheheryar Munawar and Sonia Khan’s first production. It was offered to me, and I signed it, but then the bridal, shaadi and fashion season started in October, which overlapped with the shooting schedule. So, I had to drop out, which I later regretted. Even Navin Naqvi, who plays Faran’s wife, is a friend of mine, and I wanted to work with her, but in the end, I had to leave it.” Watch here:
Most of the fans are saying that while they really love and respect Deepak Perwani but the way Faran Tahir performed the role, it truly belonged to him:
ARY Digital is a popular Pakistani media network that recently inaugurated the Pakistan Influencer Awards in collaboration with several multinational brands. The ceremony featured a wide range of categories, with multiple popular creators taking home awards. Content creators like Kanwal Aftab, Zulqarnain Sikandar, Romaisa Khan, Aroob Jatoi, and many others flaunted their trophies. The event took place at the Expo Centre in Karachi on November 7th.
Unfortunately, Iqra Kanwal, famously known for Sistrology, lost the Best YouTuber award to “DHA Wali Maid,”
Expressing her disappointment over the loss, Iqra Kanwal said, “I didn’t win. DHA Wali Maid received the Best YouTuber award, but everyone deserves recognition. In the end, all the efforts made by my fans matter, and I truly love them for voting for me.” Ducky Bhai also weighed in, stating that numbers speak louder on YouTube and that subscriber counts show who the real winner is.
Social media users are praising the Pakistan Influencer Award’s decision to nominate Ducky Bhai for the Best YouTuber award, calling him one of the most creative Pakistani digital vloggers. Many believe he truly deserved the award. However, fans of Iqra Kanwal have argued that the decision was unfair and unjust to her. They point out that Ducky Bhai’s content typically focuses on food vlogging or Instagram mini-vlogs rather than traditional YouTube videos, which usually feature long-form vlogs. From their perspective, Iqra Kanwal was the truly deserving candidate in that category. Here are the mixed comments for you to read:
Sania Saeed is an amazing and talented Pakistani artist, admired for her phenomenal acting in hit dramas. Her notable dramas are Aahat, Sitara Aur Mehrunissa, Zaib-un-Nisa, Raqeeb Se, Aao Kahani Bunty Hain, Sang-e-Mar Mar, Sang-e-Mah, and Aap Ki Izzat.. Nowadays, fans are praising her in Bombay Tailors, and Dar E Nijaat.
Sania Saeed recently appeared in Atiqa Odho’s podcast in which she revealed the reason for doing old age characters at a relatively younger age.
To Atiqa Odho’s question, “Do you remember the time when you made the transition from a junior actor to being a senior artist? Because, I don’t remember the time but I feel like I am a universal Aapa on the sets ever since I joined TV” Sania Saeed said, “I remember you guys used to take a stand on this but I wasn’t much bothered about doing older characters. I have been called Aapa since PTV time, a lot of people used to call me Aapa when because culturally when people want to give respect to someone, they say Aapa. It’s part of culture so I was used to it , it never bothers me much , and also I wasn’t doing heroine characters. I wasn’t even glamorous, Even though Aahat had a character role, it could completely end one’s career, you were doing Nijaat which could end your career.
Atiqa Odho also said Sahira Kazmi tried her best to end their careers by deglamourizing them but in fact her dramas did wonders and added a lot to their careers as she was a brilliant director. Watch here:
Veena Malik is a popular Pakistani host and former actress who gained huge recognition through her hit films, mimicry shows, and hosting. Her notable projects include the sitcom Misfit, the satire show Hum Sab Umeed Se Hain, and hit films like Muhabbatan Sachiyan, Tere Pyar Mein, Salakhain, and others. She has also hosted multiple shows, including political satire shows and travelogues. Furthermore, Veena Malik gained widespread recognition through her prominent appearance on the famous reality show Bigg Boss.
Recently, Veena Malik joined the 24 News HD morning show, Veena Hai Na. On her show, she opened up about being trolled for her weight gain.
Talking about it, Veena Malik said, “I am tired of hearing, ‘You have become fat,’ ‘You have gained weight,’ and ‘You look like a buffalo.’ I was unaware of the pain of overweight people until I gained weight myself. Listen to me, in life, you gain weight and you shed weight. You guys have made my life difficult. At home, people think that healthy people eat everything; outside, people say you are fat; the whole team says, ‘Oh, you’ve gained weight, your face looks chubby.’ For God’s sake, I have gained weight, I haven’t lost my vision or something like that! I can see my weight, I know it’s a high time I should reduce weight; it just happened that I have eaten a lot. Now, please stop calling me Moti [fat].”
Most of the netizens are appreciating Veena Malik for addressing the issue on behalf of other women who face weight shaming. However, a few are trolling her for her dressing sense and poor styling which doesn’t suit her weight. Read the comments:
Mahira Khan is hands down one of the biggest stars as well as the prettiest faces in the Pakistani showbiz industry. She has always been admired for her beauty and how natural she looks. The starlet’s face gets noticed whenever she appears anywhere for an event.
Last year Mahira Khan came for a promotional event of her film Nilofar where people thought she had botox on her forehead. Her spocked eyebrow went viral and the same look is being noticed in her drama Mitti De Baway. Though the actress and her makeup artist shared that it was just face tape and not botox.
Now an aesthetic dermatologist, Dr Osama Babar has spoken about Mahira Khan’s spocked eyebrow. He said that this is caused by botox and another visit to the doctor can help this.
The internet is reacting to the doctor’s video. One person said, “Oh I also kept noticing her eyebrow.” Another added, “May be she wanted it this way. It helped her character Billo on screen.” One went, “As an injector, you keep noticing faces and forget the plot.” This is what people had to say:
Natasha Lakhani is a well-known celebrity makeup artist. She has been working with big names in the showbiz industry and she has also established herself as a makeup educationist and influencer. She has just spoken about a problem that she has seen brides face and she was open to talk about it.
Natasha Lakhani shared how she has been doing bridal makeup for years now and she has seen walima brides arrive with hickeys or love bites. She has seen cases where they arrive with marks on their cheeks. Though romance between a couple is not a taboo but embarassing a girl when she is in a new family is something that she wanted to address.
Natasha shared how women should be given dignity when they are already in an unfamiliar environment and targeting areas that are visible is not right at all. This is what she said:
The internet agreed with the makeup artist and they are also commenting on this unseen problem. One person said, “Men need to be educated in this society. This is so wrong.” Another added, “Honestly men try to show their masculinity by doing this.” One went, “Though you are right but girls should learn how to cover these marks.” This was the reaction:
Shoaib Malik is currently one of the biggest superstars from the cricket world. From an illustrious career on field to a glamorous life off field, he has always gained a lot of love and attention. He is also among a handful of Pakistani players who work on their fitness. His latest photoshoot for J. has taken social media by storm and people are loving it.
Shoaib Malik is the new face of J. Menswear and he also showcased some pieces from their innerware. He went shirtless as he showed off his fitness and style. The rugged looks he spotted for the shoot as well as his abs are drawing comments and comparisons from netizens. Check out how he has maintained his physique despite not playing full time on National Team:
The internet is reacting to his fitness. One said, “He is still fitter than younger players.” Another added, “He looks like Aditya Roy Kapoor.” Aijaz Aslam and Humayun Saeed also appreciated the star. This is what they all had to say:
Ayeza Khan is one of the biggest superstars of Pakistan. She has been working in the drama industry since she was a teenager and she has grown into a big A-lister. She has been redefining her social presence as she has moved from a very desi and modern image to wearing modern and western cuts. She now wears sleeveless outfits and she is confident in her new skin.
Ayeza Khan is the face for her bestfriend and stylist Aneela Murtaza’s brand and she wore her latest outfits for a photoshoot. Ayeza brought in her fiery side and she looked gorgeous in these looks. Here is how the superstar was styled:
The internet was once again divided as they are used to watching Ayeza in a certain way. Some praised her as they commented “Wow” and “Slay” while others were not fans. One wrote, “This is how some women react in rage when they have marital problems.” Another added, “She spent her youth in modesty and this is how she is presenting herself now.” These were the divided reactions:
Dar e Nijaat is the current obsession of the audience on Pakistani television. The drama is written by Umera Ahmed and directed by Saqib Khan. It follows Zaryab’s journey to spirituality and redemption as she is supported by the greenest flag Abu Bakr. The drama has reached a climax point where Abu Bakr has fallen for Zaryab and vice versa.
Dar e Nijaat’s latest episode showed the changes happening in Zaryab organically. She goes to her sister’s baby shower and she chooses not to wear a sleeveless dress. She finds it revealing and feels uncomfortable. Now many fans think this is absurd and a woman’s clothing choices should not have been subtly criticized this way.
Here is how Zaryab felt about the sleeveless dress:
Dar e Nijaat fans are reacting to the dress debate and people have a lot to say. One said, “She comes from a very liberal household. This is unrealistic and unnecessary.” Another added, “What is wrong with a woman not wanting to wear a sleeveless dress. She is making her own choices.” One went, “This was shown as Zaryab’s decision as she now reads Quran and understands Haya. Abu Bakr has not asked her to change.” This was the reaction:
Mitti De Bawa is a popular Pakistani drama currently airing on Green Entertainment. Directed by Syed Wajahat Hussain, written by Faiza Iftikhar, and produced by Tehreem Chaudhary and Nina Kashif, it features a stellar star cast including Mahira Khan, Wahaj Ali, Amar Khan, Junaid Khan, Syed Rambo, and many other talented actors. The drama is securing impressive views and TRP ratings while being widely reviewed by several prominent Pakistani celebrities across electronic and digital media.
Recently, Nasir Adeeb reviewed Mitti De Baway on the Voice of Click Me Pakistan podcast, hosted by Feroze Chaudhary. During the episode, he criticized Faiza Iftikhar for portraying a woman from a Sadaat (Syed) family in a negative light.
Addressing the writer, Nasir Adeeb said, ”I have one complaint with Faiza Iftikhar: she has portrayed a girl from a Syed family as flirtatious—someone who falls in love with everyone. On top of that, she drinks and smokes, and they named her Billo. She tried to break an image, but I believe it wasn’t needed at all.”
Referring to a controversial dialogue spoken by the character Bala—”Naseeb Khota Nikal Aye tey Khair hay, Zanani khoti Nikal Aye te ghaata he ghaata”—he added, ”I cannot accept the idea that women are inherently corrupt. No woman is inherently corrupt.” Watch here:
Wedding season in Pakistan is in full swing, featuring new trends where young people and even Generation Alpha are asking their parents to arrange their marriages early. Due to their exposure to digital media and online information, a desire for love and companionship has developed in these kids at an earlier age. A few years ago, Asad and Nimra went viral for getting married at 16.
Recently, a 15-year-old Pakistani couple made headlines on social media for their early marriage.
In Urdu Point vlog, the young student said, “I was so happy to get married that I woke up multiple times that night, just looking at my sherwani and qulla in excitement. I gifted her a kiss as a wedding gift. I first noticed her at a wedding—as the groom was entering, she threw flower petals, and I thought she did it deliberately. When I flirted with her, she warned me of her father, but when I proposed to her, she asked me to send my parents to her home. I talked to my papa, who warned me about her physical condition, explaining that she couldn’t speak or hear. We only talked a few times before getting married, but I fell in love with her instantly and was overjoyed when our marriage was fixed. At first, it was difficult for me to understand her gestures, but over time, I learned her language.” Watch here:
Social media users are angry at the young couple, with most people saying that such incidents should not be covered by social, digital, and electronic media because they can contaminate young minds. Many are saying that the kid isn’t even in a position to provide for his wife and is just bragging about falling in love. Read the comments here:
Maaz Safder and Saba Maaz are renowned Pakistani family bloggers and digital creators hailing from Karachi, Pakistan. Both have a strong social media following, boasting 5.3 million subscribers on YouTube alongside 2.1 million and 2.2 million followers on their respective Instagram accounts. The couple is known for their daily family vlogging and creative digital reels. Saba Maaz and Maaz were a family of four when she announced her third pregnancy with her fans.
Today, Saba Maaz shared the news of her daughter’s birth on Instagram with pictures and a heartwarming note on social media.
Saba Maaz wrote, “Some blessings hold a special place in your heart because of how much you prayed for them. This little girl was one of our most beautiful duas, a wish we carried in our hearts, and today Allah has made that wish a reality. Alhamdulillah, forever grateful. Here are the pictures Saba Maaz shared on her official Instagram:
Aliza Sultan extended best wishes, writing, “Ma sha Allah bohat Mubarak ho Allah naik naseeb karen” Laiba Khurram, Kanwal Aftab, Eyeina Shahzad and others also expressed their best wishes for the couple on the birth of their third child. Read the comments:
Zayb Khan and Esra Ayesha are two renowned celebrities who rose to fame on Tamasha 5. Their popularity soared even further after they tied the knot on October 26, 2026. The couple developed feelings for each other inside the Tamasha house and decided to get married soon after the show concluded. Both have now plans to pursue their career in the media industry with Zayb Khan rooting to become star and Esra Ayesha to continue modelling or acting.
Today, the couple attended Pakistan Influencer Awards 2026 taking place at the Expo Centre in Karachi. In the awards ceremony, Esra Ayesha and Zayb Khan donned British royal look. Zayb Khan wore a black suit with bow, while Esra Ayesha wore a long black skirt and paired it with full buttoned coat,accessorizing her look with a hat. Here is the video:
Esra Ayesha and Zayb Khan’s old Britain inspired look is getting severely trolled. Fans are sharing hilarious comments. One wrote, “It looks like jokers from the circus have arrived” Another wrote, “Esra Ayesha is looking like Michael Jackson ” Another wrote, “She is looking like Lady Diana from Temu” A fan expressed shock, saying, “How to praise them, nothing in them is worth praising” Another wrote, “Both are looking like the fictional character Marry Poppins from Landa bazaar” One wrote, “They already look too cringe and then they do such weird antics” A netizen stated, “Are Esra Ayesha and Zayb Khan fans blind? Can’t they see what cringe they are wearing” Read the comments:
Ahmed Rafique is a renowned Pakistani actor and singer who became famous through his performance in the hit ARY Digital drama series Naqab. His second notable television drama was Hum TV’s soap serial Meri Bahuain, which also performed well on television and was loved by families. His initial dramas include Zulm, Wafa Kar Chalay, An Chahi, and Bad Naseeb.
Ahmed Rafique was a great friend of Zayb Khan, a Tamasha 5 contestant. During the show’s run, Ahmed wholeheartedly supported and campaigned for Zayb despite his negative image and despite being a bigger artist than him. He even called out Adnan Siddiqui for his bias towards a few contestants. However, now the same Ahmed Rafique has opened up about his friend’s distant or narcissistic behavior.
Taking to Instagram, Ahmed Rafique wrote:
“Ehsaan faramosh, petty, egoistic, narcissistic. Some of the few tags people threw at him. Ah, sad sad sad! Heartbreaking. Defended a brother like my life depended on it. Forgot my own identity in the process. Put him above myself. Sleepless nights trying to build the narrative for the next video. Biggest cheerer for his marriage. Put my career at stake for him. Result? Blatant disrespect, complete disregard and ‘I’m better than you’ attitude. Well, you are, brother. May Allah give you everything you want. Only love and duas from my side, just not my presence anymore.” Read the note here:
Social media users are of the view that Zayb Khan was a toxic, narcissistic and arrogant person who displayed the same behaviour with other contestants at Tamasha house. Read comments:
Mitti De Baway is a fan favourite drama airing on Green TV. It is written by Faiza Iftikhar and directed by Syed Wajahat Hussain. Starring names like Mahira Khan, Wahaj Ali, Sohail Ahmed and Amar Khan, the show is doing great among the audience. The drama is focusing on several tracks and Balaa and Phajja together have caused menace.
Phajja played by Sohail Ahmed is a character which has won the audience with his menacing intrigue. Mitti De Baway showcased a scene in recent episode about Phajja getting shot for a film scene by a close friend. This is now raising theories about the character’s future and fans are predicting what is coming next.
This is the scene which has brought forward theories about Phajja and Balaa’s future:
Fans think that Balaa will eventually kill Phajja. One person said, “This scene is Phajja’s future. Balaa will kill him.” Another added, “Phajja will be killed when Balaa finds his truth regarding Achi.” One went, “A friend can definitely kill you in this era and time.” These are the predictions:
Danyal Zafar is a musician and actor. He is the brother of Ali Zafar and he has become very popular post his stint as Sarbuland Khan in Zanjeerain. He has also released a new song recently and now it is coming under scrutiny.
Danyal Zafar has collaborated with Shamoon Abbasi and Javeria Abbasi’s daughter Anzela Abbasi for the song Witches. The video is dark and edgy and it seems like people are not huge fans of it. The music itself is catering to a very niche audience.
Here is the song Witches:
Mishi Khan has now called out Danyal Zafar. She said that Danyal should either stick to acting and normal videos then doing this. She called the music video satanic and added that he is promoting values like Sam Smith and Doja Cat which are not at all appropriate for society.
Netizens were agreeeing with Mishi’s stance on Danyal Zafar. One person wrote, “Creators have a responsibility and such promotion is wrong.” Another added, “Totally agree with your opinion.” One went, “He is a promoter of Illuminati.” This has been the reaction:
Zayb Khan is an actor and recent Tamasha Season 5 contestant. The actor just got married to his fellow contestant Esra Ayesha and they are now going viral. He sat down for an interview and he has spoken about what went on outside the house and how he has received a crazy fan following. He shared some crazy instances after his elimination.
Zayb Khan shared that he took Tamasha as just a show and he was playing with a full heart but when he came out, he was shocked to see how crazy people went after him. He did not know he was being loved so much. A friend of his called him and shared that his wife’s blood pressure dropped and she fainted after his elimination. He said that he did not know how even people who knew him personally were so charmed by him.
Zayb Khan also revealed that an MBBS student messaged him and shared how she was praying for him. She left her exams for him as she was so invested and though he does not want people to disturb their studies for him, he now knows how stars like Fawad Khan and others must feel after being appreciated.
Reema Khan is an actress and hands down one of the biggest superstars in the country. She has been working in the industry since the 1990 and she has featured in multiple films over her career spanning over decades. She stopped acting in projects some time back and her fans have been waiting for her comeback.
Reema Khan got married to the love of her life Dr Tariq Shahab and she has settled in the USA since. She has been focusing on building her family and now she is all set to make her comeback on the silver screen with a mega project. The starlet will be featuring in a project by Wajahat Rauf.
Reema Khan has signed a film titled Panchi Pyare. The director and producer shared this mega comeback news through his Instagram and he is excited to be working with a huge film star. Fans and colleagues are equally happy for this mega comeback and everyone wants to know what character Reema Khan has picked for herself.
The industry is loving this comeback news. We saw big names like Imran Abbas, Zoya Nasir, Ali Rehman Khan and others send love and good wishes to Reema and Wajahat Rauf. This is how even stars are celebrating this comeback:
Dar e Nijaat is a drama that people are whole-heartedly loving. The writing by Umera Ahmed as well as Saqib Khan’s direction are being applauded. The characters have become household names and people are loving the new track where Abu Bakr and Zaryab are finally finding their way together. Their first date was something out of a fairytale and fans are clearly obsessed.
Zaryab is falling for Abu Bakr in Dar e Nijaat and he is leaving no stone unturned to make her do so. They went on their first dinner date together and it was magical to say the least. Zaryab has finally started behaving normally and their light flirting made their fans giddy. They are both in love now and it is quite visible.
The internet is reacting to this date night and they love it. One said, “Why am I blushing?” Another added, “This was so perfect. Noodles showed how much she has healed.” One went, “He wanted to spend more time with her thus the shopping plan.” This was the reaction:
Dar-e-Nijaat is a hit ARY Digital drama series directed by Saqib Khan, written by Umera Ahmed, and produced by the 3’S Entertainment production house. The drama has gained massive popularity due to its complex characters and hooking storyline. The plot follows the journeys of love and heartbreak surrounding Zaryab, Zamil, Hamna, and Abu Bakar. Romaisa Khan portrays Hamna, a character who marries Zamil but later regrets her decision and begins developing a soft corner for Abu Bakar.
Recently, Romaisa Khan appeared as a guest on FUCHSIA Magazine Pakistan’s YouTube show hosted by Rabia Mughni, where she defended Hamna’s character.
Romaisa Khan said, “I can’t tell you much about the story but I think Hamna loved Abubakar. Even if it wasn’t love, she had an infatuation for him. Also, now she thinks more about Abubakar because of the guy she is married to, and because Abubakar treated Hamna well despite her bad behavior toward him. One thing I want to say is that I love Hamna, although people hate her. For instance, fans are saying, ‘Why is Hamna messaging Abubakar?’ I mean, Hamna will message Abubakar because he was the one who took her to the Madrasaa. Who else will she text? Also, no one is talking to Hamna at home—her husband is not talking to her. I am a full Hamna supporter. Didn’t Zaryab text Zamil to divorce Hamna? I fought with people defending Hamna for texting Abubakar. I am very touchy about Hamna. People will regret bashing Hamna as the story unfolds. Hamna’s family is not supportive of her; she is from interior Sindh and she is bold despite being from a tribe. So, Hamna is the one who is seeking protection outside her tribe. She got married to Zamil because of Maulvi Sahab; it was a complete package for her. She married to get settled in life, not to move on from Abubakar.” Watch here:
Kanwal Aftab is a well-known Pakistani social media influencer with millions of followers across all digital platforms. She recently set the record of one billion likes on Tiktok in Pakistan. In May 2026, Kanwal performed Hajj alongside her husband, Zulqarnain Sikandar. Following the pilgrimage, Kanwal began covering her head and wearing modest attire. In addition to this change, she has undergone a significant physical transformation, moving from a plus-size to a smaller frame.
Recently, Kanwal Aftab published a video on her social media accounts expressing frustration with high-end Pakistani clothing brands for making revealing cuts a standard norm.
Kanwal Aftab said, “To all the brand owners: please listen to me. You should think about people like us, especially when making these revealing and skimpy clothes. Please make some full-length clothes so that we can wear them too. Whenever I go to any brand, they say, “Dear, customization won’t be possible.” Even though I’ve lost weight now, they still say customization is not possible. They claim that sleeves can’t be added, the back can’t be extended, and this or that can’t be done. Honestly, this trend of revealing clothes is becoming the norm, and it is frustrating. People just say, “You are an influencer, so you can wear such clothes.” Whoever I am, I don’t wear clothes like that. Honestly, I am furious about this. I have seen hundreds of brands, I swear to God. I am so disappointed. Even if I don’t take a dupatta, or if I don’t wear a dupatta properly, my demands as a customer should still be considered by the brand. Every brand asks, “Who wears those anymore?” Every kind of market should be accommodated. Everyone should be able to wear standard Pakistani clothes. Anyways, Pakistan is not the same Pakistan anymore. I mean, Pakistan is becoming a bit of a danger zone, so please, cater to every type of customer.” Watch here:
Social media users are agreeing with Kanwal Aftab on this, saying she is right and that brands are getting too modern day by day. Read the comments here:
Kiran Khan is a renowned Pakistani television host best known for her brilliant hosting on Masala TV, her acting in various drama serials, and her modeling. Kiran is also the sister of model and actor Amber Khan. In September, Kiran Khan grabbed the spotlight after marrying popular Pakistani business tycoon Mirza Ishtiaq Baig. The couple had their Nikah ceremony at Masjid al-Haram and performed Umrah together.
Today, Kiran Khan became the guest at Good Morning Pakistan, hosted by ace anchor Nida Yasir. In the show, Kiran Khan talked about the girls’ mindset of romanticizing marriage.
Kiran Khan said, “I think the common misconception about marriage is that it is just a honeymoon period where everything will be good and lovey-dovey. This was exactly what I had in mind when I got married at a young age. This mindset often leads people to think that maybe they didn’t make the right decision. But in reality, the honeymoon period is more of an adjustment period because two people with different mindsets start living together. You get to know new things about each other that you have to adjust to. Don’t live in a fantasy, and don’t compare your relationship with the couples you see in reels or on social media. Stop chasing fantasies.” Watch here:
She further added, “The honeymoon period should be treated as an adjustment period. Once you understand each other, you can truly enjoy the honeymoon phase. Also, never stop communicating. Communication is the key. You should express how you feel in a polite manner—don’t flare up, and don’t get angry.” Here is the link to the video:
Sadia Imam is a talented Pakistani television actress and a brilliant host. Her hit TV dramas include Singhar, Pehli Barish, Rani Beti, Sirf Aik Bar, Ijazat, Bilquees Kaur, Musafat, Uljhan, Hum Se Juda Na Hona, Mera Naseeb, Colony 52, and others. She has also hosted shows on Samaa TV. Sadia got married in 2012 and moved to Germany to live with her husband, Adnan, who is a chef by profession. She is now the mother of an adorable daughter, Meerub.
Today, Sadia Imam was a guest at ARY Digital’s morning show Good Morning Pakistan, which is hosted by Nida Yasir. In the show, Sadia Imam talked about the girls’ demand of having Abubakar in real life.
Talking about it, Sadia Imam said, “Nowadays, it has become a craze like girls often ask why Abubakar is not coming. To be someone like Abubakar, men need that same kind of upbringing. I think future mothers need to understand that they must learn how to raise their sons well. We all need to focus on our children’s upbringing so that future girls can find their own Abubakars.”
Nida Yasir also added, “The drama was made quite late; we needed Dar-e-Nejaat much sooner.” Here is the link to the video:
Zara Sandhu, famously known as Maysam Hussain, is a renowned Pakistani fashion model, digital influencer, and visual artist who gained widespread fame after appearing on season 5 of Tamasha, ARY Digital’s hit reality show based on the Big Brother format. Maysam Hussain was the fourth official elimination of the show, which many viewers called highly unfair, leading some to even demand that the makers re-enter her as a wild-card contestant.
Recently, Maysam Hussain appeared in Zabardast with Wasi Shah. In the show, she complained to Adnan Siddiqui regarding her unfair Tamasha elimination.
Maysam Hussain said, “I am speechless about this question, and I’m thankful to the followers who loved my game—especially when the live feed wasn’t working, yet people still knew what happened to me. I was thrown out of the task as a punishment by Badshah Salamat. It came out of nowhere because I didn’t commit any mistake, and I was expecting justice from Badshah Salamat. He used to make decisions on his own, but that punishment was unjust. Although it was given to me, I owned it. I was given kitchen duty once, which I did. However, a few people forced the Wazir to punish those who didn’t do their duty. There were many who had double duties and didn’t perform them, so eventually, I was named along with them. This season, they changed the rules. My point is that whenever anything unfair happened, Badshah Salamat used to take action, but in that instance, I felt hurt by him. I am a person who doesn’t feel hurt that easily, but that was a place where we used to feel the smallest things deeply. After Tamasha, I got to know that not everyone is your friend.” Here is the link to the video:
Gohar Rasheed is an actor who has worked in dramas, films and thestre. He is known for his immense talent, versatility and the way he has conducted himself over the years. The actor is married to another superstar Kubra Khan and he has always supported her in life and career, both as a friend and now as a husband.
Gohar Rasheed has also made sure to support all the women in his life. He even brought his mother into acting and she worked in a huge drama like Biryani where she impressed the viewers. He has now spoken about other women.
Gohar shared how women are treated as they are called by horrible names. He spoke against this bullying and his stand is being appreciated widely by everyone.
People are applauding the actor’s strong stance. His wife Kubra Khan said that she is proud of him. Bilal Abbas Khan sent love while a fan shared how she was always called fat but now she proudly embraces her body type. This was the reaction:
Munazzah Arif is a senior actress of Pakistani television industry. She was an educationist who turned to acting and she has been a part of the biggest projects like Ranjha Ranjha Kardi and Sher. She is lively, intelligent and she always beautifully expresses her thoughts.
Munazzah Arif is having the time of her life as she celebrated her birthday with swag. The actress chose a shiny black outfit for the celebration as her family brought the iconic social media candle smoking trend to celebrate the day. She turned into a princess with a tiara on her head as she lit up a candle and celebrated with a homemade cake.
This is how cool her birthday celebrations looked:
The internet loved the party and they wished Munazzah Arif on her birthday. Saboor Aly wished her. One fan said, “So great to see you like this.” One went, “Happy birthday and the cake looks great.” This is how fans and colleagues reacted:
Tere Bin is one of the biggest dramas in the history of Pakistani drama industry. The show brike viewrship records and established the leads as superstars in the industry. It had a massive international following as well and fans have been excited about a possible sequel.
Tere Bin followed the love story of Meerab and Murtasim played by Yumna Zaidi and Wahaj Ali. Their on screen pairing won jearts and their fans have been waiting to see them together again. But things are probably not going to work out as the sequel in reportedly cancelled.
Sheeba, the host of Dareecha podcast revealed that Tere Bin 2 is cancelled and it os nothappening snytime soon. The producers are busy with mega project Case No. 10 while Wahaj Ali is basking in Mitti De Baway glory. Yumna will soon be seen in Cafe Firaaq on Hum TV.
Fans of the show are disappointed with this news. One said, “They are trying to stop Yumna and Wahaj.” Another added, “We were waiting for Tere Bin 2.” One went, “Bring them back in a fresh script instead.” Here are the reactions:
Meera is one of the biggest stars of Pakistani showbiz. She started her career in films and became famous for her diva attitude and style. She has been in many controversies too over the years and the superstar is currently going through a painful phase in her life.
Meera’s little sister Shaista Abbas also joined the industry briefly. She acted in a few dramas before she left for UK to complete her degree. Shaista is currently fighting cancer and Meera has not been able to reach her yet. She just shared a heartbreaking update about her sister’s health.
Meera shared a picture of her sister as she is fighting cancer and she has lost her hair. She requested prayers for her little sibling as she goes through the most painful time in her life.
This is the message that she shared:
Fans are sending love and prayers to Shaista Abbas and Meera. They are praying for her recovery, health and good years ahead:
Mitti De Baway is currently the hot favourite of the audience. Written by Faiza Iftikhar and directed by Syed Wajahat Hussain, it is a visual spectacle with some very strong performers bringing the characters to life. Another huge actor just entered the cast and people are loving it.
Noor ul Hassan has joined Mitti De Baway as DSP Nawaz Khan and he comes for Billo with a vengeance. Billo tried to trap him and use his power by blackmailing him with his extramarital affairs. But he came prepared and knew all about her past. Thus he is going to use her power and influence for his dirty work. The scene was powerful and both Mahira Khan and Noor ul Hassan nailed it.
Check out how DSP Nawaz Khan enters Billo’s world:
The internet is loving the show and this new twist. They praised the whole team once again. One said, “DSP rocked. Billo Baji shocked.” Another added, “Noor ul Hassan did a great job as he enters Mitti De Baway.” One went, “I could not have imagined that Falak and Sitara were his girlfriends.” This is how fans are reacting to this new entry in the show and new twist in the story:
Mohabbat is a hit Geo TV drama series written by Shafia Khan, directed by Asad Jabal, and produced by Abdullah Kadwani and Asad Qureshi under the banner of 7th Sky Entertainment. The story revolves around an emotional family narrative that explores the complexities of love, class differences, trust, and relationships. The cast includes Aina Asif, Shahvir Kadwani, Nawal Saeed, Feroz Khan, and others in pivotal roles.
In the recent episodes of Mohabbat, Meherman’s love-hate relationship with her Dadi (step-grandmother) is winning fans’ hearts. A scene featuring Meherman and Dadi is going viral on social media, where they indulge in fun banter. Meherman was watching the drama when Dadi asked what she was watching, to which she replied that she was watching a drama on mute and could also show her Mera Sultan. Dadi then jibed at her fondness for dramas. Watch the scene here:
Mohabbat viewers are enjoying the dynamic between grandmother and Meherman saying their love and hate relationship should be converted in to friendship. One wrote, “I think they will develop a good bonding ” One viewer wrote, “It’s like I’m watching me and my Nani” Another said, “She is exactly like my Dadi” A fan expressed, “Dadi in Mohabbat is a full drama” Fans are loving Samina Ahmed and Aina Asif’s acting, a fan wrote, “Their scenes are best in the drama and should be increased” Read the comments:
