Ohkay so, Sinf e Aahan continues to be one such drama that is nothing short of quality entertainment for its viewers. The messaging is strong & the execution is stronger. It has been written to perfection by Umera Ahmed & it is commendable to have so many diverse characters which allow audiences from all walks of life to feel connected to them & find their story in their journey as well. I personally liked the latest episode a lot more because, for the first time, it could be seen that these girls felt emotionally touched & something in them moved in regards to their homeland.

Change of Perspective

Kiran’s track might not be directly linked to the girls & their training but they have used her character to show the struggles of the family members of those Army officers who lose their lives for their country. The entire scenario of Kiran’s life is not only heart-wrenching but goes to show how hard it has been for her after losing Taimoor. Although Osama has given her support & security, but it was heart-breaking to see how in love Kiran was with Taimoor & how he meant so much to her. All the planning related to the future, their dreams of being together; ended the moment Taimoor lost his life. Although initially, I didn’t really see much relevance of this character in this episode, in particular, I felt for her a lot. Also, the loss of Taimoor has been so daunting for her that she failed to even acknowledge it in front of her friend who she met after such a long time. It goes to show that she is still grieving but a part of her is warming up to Osama as well.

All the moments that the girls share with each other are a lot of fun to watch. It is like although they may have certain disagreements but when it comes to the PMA & its training, all of them stand together in pain because they clearly understand how hard it is for them as well as other cadets too. So far, they all have been focused on how hard things are for them, that is why none of them is seeing the bigger picture. None of them so far understands the importance of this scrutiny they’re being put under. At this moment, they all are only focusing on how painful everything is, how sleep-deprived they are, how tiresome it gets but soon enough, their perspective will change & they will take it as it comes.

I really enjoy the interactions between Shaista & Rabia, as well as Mahjabeen & Pariwesh. They know that they are not really best of friends but they are putting up with each other because they have no other option. Their banter as well as some gestures of support is absolutely sweet to witness. Syeda Sidra continues to be the free bird who is doing what it takes to stay uncaged. I enjoy how she continues to get into trouble but that still doesn’t deter her from being who she really is.

In the latest episode, the speech that Maj. Osama gave to them is definitely going to serve as an eye-opener. It clearly showed that after that particular moment, there wasn’t even a single cadet who wasn’t moved or felt touched. It was clear & it was quite obvious that this was the moment they all were waiting for & from now on, they will truly understand the motive behind this training & the reasoning attached to it. They will actually realize what it means to be a part of the Pakistani Army & they will take it seriously. I loved seeing everyone’s expressions & the best part was, none of them shied away from admitting that they were moved & probably for the first time, understood the meaning of the national anthem. The perspective has shifted & now, they all will do their best to prove why they deserve to be a part of the military.

Thoroughly Enjoyable

These two episodes of Sinf e Aahan were nothing short of a treat. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the training sequences as well as their interactions. I think now the story is going to make a shift & we will see the personal growth in all these characters which I am most excited about. I must commend the writer Umera Ahmed for coming up with such diverse characters & giving them such unique personalities. All the actors as well as the supporting cast have made Sinf e Aahan worth watching. My favorite sequence from this episode definitely was when all the families bragged about their daughters outdoing themselves & in reality, they were getting bashed for basic things such as postures or lefts & rights & also, the entire scene dedicated to the definition of the national anthem, followed by it being played with the focus on all the cadets. Definitely looking forward to the next episode. Please share your thoughts about this episode of Sinf e Aahan.

Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza

Ohkay so, this was yet another enjoyable episode of Sinf e Aahan. It has definitely turned out to be the kind of drama that you can tune to with a guarantee that you are going to have a great time watching. However, it is also the kind of drama that may not give you a lot to discuss because whatever you see can only be enjoyed while watching. Sinf e Aahan has definitely been written with a lot of detailing & perfection, but the way it has been executed is kind of one-dimensional where there is only one focal point in every single episode & then every situation revolves around it.

The Training Begins

In this episode, the girls got a lot more insight into what their life at the PMA was going to be like. It was going to be clockwork & a strict routine that they had to follow. None of them actually seemed happy because first & foremost, they were not being treated as some royalty but as cadets who were there to be trained. In the meanwhile, they all have been warming up to each other but Shaista & Pariwesh have their loyalties sorted, this is why they have not bothered forming a bond with their roommates; Mahjabeen & Rabia. It is also nice to see the sincerity they have towards their friends, it makes them loyal in their own special way.

Sidra is definitely a breath of fresh air & every single time she appears, she lights up the screen because she always has something new to say & a very different outlook on things. Nathmy’s character has not been explored much yet & so far, she just looks like a filler in most of the scenes. However, I am excited to see what her character has to offer & how her story will unfold.

Maj. Osama got introduced to the girls & right from that moment, he knew he had to leave an impression on the girls so that they understood it a bit too well that he meant business. His wife particularly seems cold towards him & there was this strange hesitation between the two, which was slightly touched upon in the promo. Osama definitely seems a bit too invested in what his life is now as an Army officer & what it was like when he was a cadet himself. It seems he doesn’t have a space for anything else in his life; probably not even his own family. Maj. Samia’s backstory was really heart-touching. It was shown beautifully that even those with the toughest facades have to fight personal battles & they do not let any of it deter them from their duty. It wasn’t like Samia’s only job was to be tough on the girls, but it showed that it demanded her full attention, her undivided time & effort, because of which she couldn’t be there for her family when they needed her the most. It was however beautiful to see that she had a supportive family who understood what her job requirements were, that is why the moment she showed up, they continued to put her heart to ease.

Mahjabeen wanted to go back & she wasn’t taking any of this seriously but soon enough, she will be forced to realize the opportunity that has been presented to her & how important it was for her to be committed to it. The homesickness of some of the girls was shown nicely too. It all makes them very real & relatable. The training has just begun & this will pave a way for the girls to find themselves & realize their potential.

All in all, Sinf e Aahan makes a great watch. Something totally different & unique which is a rarity on Pakistani television. It provides quality entertainment & shows the kind of effort it takes to be in the Army. It won’t be wrong to say that Sinf e Aahan has been well written & brilliantly directed drama. All those funny moments, along with the emotional ones establish a very real connection with all the main characters. Definitely looking forward to more episodes. Going by the promo, I do not know how I feel about Osama’s wife’s past. I don’t think her character has been given that much importance, to begin with for me as a viewer to feel the need to find out more about her. I think it will be another way of showing the personal struggles Army officers go through too, just like Samia was faced within this episode. Please share your thoughts about this episode of Sinf e Aahan.

Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza.

Ohkay so, the main takeaway so far from the episodes of Sinf e Aahan was mostly related to the dreams that these girls had related to joining the Army. However, the actual trial & tribulation begins now & what’s left to be seen is how much of a passion will they have to pursue this dream. It has been established how important this position is to each one of them, that is why they were easily adapting to the new environment whereas the one who had a very different picture in mind was suffering the most. Each & every episode of Sinf e Aahan provides quality entertainment & although some of the scenarios may seem a bit too detailed, I am sure when the episodes will progress, all of this will count in showing how far all these female cadets have come.

First Impression

So, it was their very first day, very first encounter with the PMA. Their families left all of them on a positive note & surprisingly, each of their family members got the opportunity to say what they wanted to, in regards to their daughters & their personalities. It was cute & laughable at the same time where all the parents thought the officers were going to babysit their girls while keeping in mind what they like & what they don’t. This portrayal to some extent made a lot of sense because civilians at times are a bit oblivious of what actually happens & how the training takes place in the PMA. This is the reason why only Rabia’s family wasn’t seen making these kinds of talks because belonging to the Army, they exactly knew how tough it was going to be & they knew the changes Rabia was going to go through in her personality.

Mahjabeen got a lot of coverage in this episode. From her overly packed bags to her car to her hair dye, everything was off-track & even before expected, she as well as her family got an idea of what was happening & how tough it was going to be for her. Kumail could only offer some level of support but he wanted to respect Mahjabeen’s decision. The overall execution was really amusing & it did make me feel for Mahjabeen but after a certain point, it did feel a little stretched.

Syeda Sidra was also finding it hard to adjust because she had certain preferences & all of that was shown interestingly as well. I really enjoyed the interaction the girls had with the officer. She let them know immediately that she meant business & starting from now, their life was going to be changed completely. I really think each & every episode will be dedicated to how these girls will be trained & meanwhile, it will also showcase their personal & emotional growth.

Another interesting twist was how Rabia’s friend was now Mahjabeen’s roommate & vice versa. Shaista & Rabia’s interaction was funny, whereas Pariwesh was already done with Mahjabeen. However, it was nice to see Pariwesh trying to console Mahjabeen. These girls will eventually become good friends but the start has definitely been shaky.

Refreshing

Sinf e Aahan is definitely a breath of fresh air. Yes, there are certain scenes that may look a bit stretched but overall the vibe is refreshing & it gives you enough reasons to tune to it & enjoy it to the fullest. The main strength of this drama is the 5 lead characters & the equal coverage that they get. Just because most of this episode was dedicated to Mahjabeen, it did start to look a little one-dimensional. Anyhow, I am definitely looking forward to the rest of the episodes in a hope that all the girls will get more & equal coverage, because it keeps the pace fast & the overall episode interesting too. I must say, they all looked lovely in the uniform. Please share your thoughts about this episode of Sinf e Aahan.

Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza.

Ohkay so, this episode of Sinf e Aahan was once again a great watch. It covered how everyone’s perspective was being changed, slowly & steadily. I felt every single character got equal coverage in this episode & some of the flashbacks were important to develop the story further. This was just the right time to introduce the new character & with this, I feel the pacing of this drama is spot on. Props to the entire team for showcasing the stories of all these girls in such a manner that I naturally feel emotionally attached to all of them & eagerly want to see how they will prosper in their journey ahead.

Changing Perspectives

Arzoo has earned something on her own but it was actually quite upsetting that Noraiz wanted to make her feel less worthy of what she could achieve. He deliberately tried to make her feel guilty that she decided to do something on her own without paying heed to what he was going to say or decide for her. Noraiz is definitely someone who can not see a girl associated to him have her own identity & individuality. So far he has played with Arzoo’s feelings only because he found her vulnerable & knew that she relied on him emotionally but now when she was breaking free from that cycle of manipulation, he couldn’t stand it. I really wish to see when Arzoo will realize that she is better off without Noraiz & probably give him a piece of her mind!

Shaista’s entire family was supportive of her but she only had her grandmother left to be convinced. The smile that her grandmother gave when she left was Shaista’s yet another win. It came as such a pleasant surprise how Shaista’s father was being treated by everyone around him, it strengthened his faith in his daughter & he knew that she picked the right path for herself. Wali Mohammad’s reaction was priceless when he found out that Shaista made it through the exams whereas he couldn’t. All these moments bring in the right amount of comedy that is required to add more layers to every scenario.

Pariwesh’s father knows that he has to be discreet about it but the way the news made it to the head of the tribe was again a realistic portrayal of how things roll in close-knit communities. All it took was a spill from the postman & Sardar figured out that Jamal was up to something. The scene where the entire family watched the TV together was really nice. The way Pariwesh had big dreams related to Army in her eyes was beautiful. She is doing it for herself but more than that, she is doing it for the man who believes in her; her father, which is absolutely sweet.

So, Rabia & Mahjabeen’s backstory got revealed a bit. They were not just friends but best of friends back in the day, because of which Rabia considered Mahjabeen for her brother Daniyal. The conversation both the girls had kind of suggested that Mahjabeen too had high regard for Daniyal but maybe she never saw him that way & that turned out to be the reason why Mahjabeen & Rabia drifted apart. It will be interesting to see how they both will resolve their issues & become friends again.

Nathmy Parrera (Yehali Tashiya) got introduced in this episode. She has been selected to train at PMA Kakul for 6 months. Her introduction was thorough & the backstory was touching too. She is not just going as a trainee but has an emotional connection to Pakistan because of her late father who was affiliated with PMA as well. Nathmy also has another reason to be keen about her visit to Pakistan because she wants to find her father’s long-lost friend Majid & wants to reconnect with him. The acting of Yehali was effortless & she brought in a new level of freshness & dimension to the story.

Refreshing & Impactful

This episode of Sinf e Aahan was again power-packed with so many interesting & amazing scenarios unfolding one after another. The main lead deserves all the credit for holding the interest of the audience but the supporting cast in this drama deserves full points too for being so convincing in their portrayal. It just goes to show how all the actors associated with this drama put their heart & soul into this project to make it unforgettable & impactful. They all have succeeded. The producers & the director along with the writer should be extremely proud for bringing something so special & fresh to the table. Please share your thoughts about this episode of Sinf e Aahan.

Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza.

Ohkay so, this episode of Sinf e Aahan was mostly dedicated to the hard work all the girls put in to get through the first round of physical testing & interviews. Although it was nice to see how they were tested in terms of physical strength, agility & intelligence, after a certain point it started to feel a bit too detailed, which made me feel they could’ve easily skipped a routine or two & sped up the process. However, the comedy they had added in almost every other scene made it thoroughly enjoyable & very light-hearted.

Chase To The Dreams

The best part of this episode was how in every single scene, you could see the difference in their personalities. It was really nice seeing how all these girls were completely different but strong in their own way. Throughout the entrance test, they continued to show different traits which set them apart & made them unique. Sinf e Aahan is more like a journey that we’re getting to witness, therefore it draws you to it & you feel emotionally connected to each one of them. I loved how it was elaborated that they all were fighting their fears because they only had one motive in mind, that was to do something that they passionately felt so much for.

The highlight of this episode for me was the interview & the answers of each one of them. I absolutely loved Arzoo & Shaista in that round. Felt connected to Pariwesh, found Rabia endearing & Mahjabeen simply cute. Mahjabeen’s answers were the most interesting because you just don’t expect such a different perspective during an interview but she showed that she fully embraced herself & was not shy of what she was passionate about. Shaista’s confidence in herself is the most beautiful trait of hers. It also depicts how clear & sorted she is. Rabia’s character to be is the simplest of all but her struggle to fight her fears was nice to see too. Arzoo is subdued but somehow, she knows she is worth more than what she thought life would offer her. Pariwesh is brave but the confidence she has knowing that she has the support of her father makes her a very special character too. However, what makes Shaista my favorite is how she knows the dynamics of her family, yet she was so sure that this is what she wanted to do.

Shaista’s father found out about her little adventure but the sweetest interaction was between him & Kamil where Kamil decided to remind him how he has raised his two beautiful & confident daughters. I think this has to be one of the most refreshing aspects of this track where they have shown that no matter how bound they must be to their roots, some people still believe in the power of education, they don’t expect their daughters to just be married & not do anything for themselves. Shaista got this edge because she knew that one way or the other, she will be able to convince her father because of the way he has treated her all her life – it was absolutely sweet.

Thoroughly Enjoyable

This episode of Sinf e Aahan was very interesting & thoroughly enjoyable. The main cast stands out for their brilliant performances but both Dananeer & Merub have turned out to be the find of the industry with the effortless & natural portrayal of their respective characters. I actually find myself looking forward to their scenes throughout the episode because they both are not only cute but add so much meaning to the overall situation. I am glad that the story is moving forward & the preview of the next episode was also quite interesting. I am keen to see how Arzoo will tackle Noraiz who will try to guilt-trip her into calling her dream of joining the Army quits. I will however say that I found the music a bit too loud & overwhelming in the first half of the episode. I understand that they don’t have any other option than to play loud music suiting the exercises the girls were meant to do in order to succeed but because of it being such a long routine, the background music started getting to me. Anyways, I really hope in the upcoming episodes, they don’t really rely too much on the background music though. Please share your thoughts about this episode of Sinf e Aahan.

Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza.

Ohkay so, this was yet another fun & eventful episode of Sinf e Ahan. First & foremost, I must commend the magnitude with which this project has been executed. While watching this episode, I couldn’t stop noticing how grand each & every frame of Sinf e Ahan was. One word that describes this drama for me is ‘refreshing’. I absolutely loved how all the girls despite their inhibitions were trying to adjust to this new life. Some had dreams, some had fears but they only had one goal & that was to make it through the first round of examination.

Brilliantly Executed Drama

Now the girls were totally on their own. Pariwesh & Arzoo had immense support from their fathers & that particular moment where both the fathers sent them off with teary eyes was my absolute favorite. It has been beautifully established what this means to them – especially Pariwesh’s father. Arzoo’s father has been very supportive too but once again, I wish there was more interaction between him & Arzoo for us to have witnessed.

Although it is understandable that these girls will later form one big group but I liked how they kept it so organic & real. They became friends with whoever they felt comfortable with & despite the stark differences between their personalities & backgrounds, they found it really easy to form a connection. Rabia & Pariwesh became friends, Shaista & Mahjabeen ended up supporting each other. I do feel it was deliberate that they showed a practicing believer like Syeda Sidra (Dananeer) being friends with Arzoo – it just made their equation so sweet & showed that despite them belonging to different religions, they were nothing but respectful to each other. It was more like their passion & goal was bringing them together & was the only common factor that mattered to them. The one particular conversation where Sidra tells Arzoo about offering nafals & immediately reminds her to say her prayers too was really nice.

So, Rabia & Mahjabeen have been friends in the past & it seems Rabia was interested to get her brother Daniyal married to Mahjabeen but because of Kumail, they both drifted apart. At present, they both can’t stand each other but it will definitely be nice to see them coming together in the latter part of the story. As much as I was introduced to this certain track between Rabia & Mahjabeen, I will honestly say that I didn’t find it too convincing but yes, there is definitely more to the story, so I am eager to find out what pushed them to this point where they have so much anger in their hearts for one another. Rabia has found some support in Pariwesh & she continued to remind her that the Army background was just not going to help her in any way.

Shaista being Shaista didn’t take much time in becoming cordial with Mahjabeen. I liked their friendship a lot where Shaista didn’t believe in barriers, Mahjabeen was just playing along too without getting too bothered about it. Mahjabeen also decided to help Shaista because she could see how disturbed she was. I like how all of them started showing team spirit & formed connections with one another because they realized it was what they needed & was going to help them in the long run.

I do feel the body language of all the girls in the first selection round was deliberately kept raw & unrefined because they had regular routines & lifestyles. However, it will be interesting to see the difference in their body language & overall demeanor once they will start the official training & progress in their journey.

Convincing Performances

Sinf e Ahan is nothing short of a treat for all the Pakistani drama fans & viewers – especially because of the freshness of content. While watching this episode I couldn’t stop enjoying the fact that I was getting to see so many young girls who had big dreams in their eyes. Where some had family support, there were others who were doing it completely because they chose it for themselves such as Mahjabeen & Shaista. I really like Gul’s character & Merub Ali has proven to be a great choice for this role. The way she kept all of his family members guessing about Shaista was really cute. Shaista & Kamil’s (Junaid Jamshed) interaction was really cute too. One thing is for sure that her fiance will support her all the way through & will never tell her to put her dreams on hold. The way he decided to drop her off was enough to show that for him Shaista’s choices mattered a lot too.

I must say, Dananeer’s performance was really convincing. The way she carried her scarf & didn’t let go of the Punjabi accent showed the kind of effort she put in knowing that this was a big break that she was getting as her debut drama. She definitely brought in a comic relief to this episode & all of a sudden her character felt so realistic & connectable. Although the star cast of Sinf e Ahan has definitely been the major factor that has attracted the viewers but the supporting cast is also proving to be equally convincing & wonderful too. It actually shows how Army is accessible to those who are determined to become a part of it. The aerial shots & overall execution is brilliant. It is also amazing that they used actual locations to shoot the drama & didn’t just create a set to suggest they were appearing for their ISSB tests. I really like how they have kept the interactions between all the characters so realistic – which once again is going to make it very easy for different viewers to relate to. Please share your thoughts about this episode of Sinf e Ahan.

Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza.

Ohkay so, it was an emotionally charged episode of Sinf e Aahan. The girls, their stories & their interactions make Sinf e Aahan a breath of fresh air. It is beautiful that through each one of them, they are reinforcing what girls are capable of if they put their mind to something. This episode was a little special because, despite all the struggles, it gave an insight into what life at PMA means to them. They worded their letters beautifully & it also showed how they have started to see their family members differently too. The training has definitely started to bring a change in each one of them & it is a treat to witness it all.

The Letters To The Families

It all started with Mahjabeen’s letter to her parents. Mahjabeen, being the only child has faced the brunt of her parents’ bitter relationship a lot more. Although her parents did their best to provide her comfort & luxury she could never really convey what she longed for the most. Mahjabeen was definitely the one who wanted to quit but now as the days have passed, she has not only started to see the meaning behind it all but has also started feeling worthy of glory that will come her way as an Army personnel. For the first time, Mahjabeen felt she was in a position to address her concerns & issues but she didn’t do it out of animosity, it all came from a place of concern & more so, from someone who got the time to contemplate & realize what was missing from her life & what she wanted out of it too.

Shaista’s letter to her Dadi was just so cute. I loved the way she linked her life at PMA to the treatment Daherdi gave to her. It was beautiful how easily she could relate it all & present a true picture of what her life as a cadet was; full of challenges, hardships but teaching her the true meaning of it all & most importantly, her worth. My favorite moments definitely were how at the end of each one of their letters, they saw their pictures, with a sense of pride & honor in their eyes. It was like they all were proud of what they were doing for themselves as well as their country. That was absolutely emotional & very heart-warming.

Rabia’s letter to her brother was also very sweet. Rabia’s character is so simple therefore it is very easy to relate to her. I like how she is always very playful with her colleagues, yet very focused when she is training. She never truly lets anyone know what she is feeling but the way she worded her feelings in the letter showed that to date, she has only felt comfortable sharing every little detail with her brother Daniyal. Therefore now when she got a chance, she decided to write the letter to her brother first. It also showed that because Daniyal was supportive of her decision, she felt she owed it to him. Rabia has never really said anything against her mother’s mindset but the way she spoke about the entire proposal culture went to show that it kind of hurt her a little how her mother made her go through it all. Rabia has always been very sorted & knows her worth but still seeing her having a lot of pride in her eyes while looking at her picture was again really very special.

It won’t be an episode of Sinf e Aahan with a bit of fun shared between the girls. Rabia being Rabia found out that Nathmy understood Urdu. The entire conversation that followed after was really cute. Pariwesh & Shaista has also formed an opinion about Mahjabeen & Rabia, therefore it can be foreseen that these two will try their best to patch things up between Mahjabeen & Rabia. While going through the letter that Rabia wrote to Daniyal & the way she spoke so highly of him, it kind of made sense why Rabia is so ticked off at Mahjabeen. It is quite obvious that Daniyal means the entire world to Rabia, therefore she wouldn’t have been able to handle the rejection of her brother by Mahjabeen. This is what I feel must’ve happened between them.

As much as I do understand the perspective they have tried to show through Kiran’s character, I really find myself getting distracted every time there is a scene or two revolving around her. They have definitely shown what a wife goes through when she loses her husband. I do understand the emotionality of it & the sensitivity of it as well but I am not sure why it stops just right there. I don’t find myself getting drawn to Kiran’s character to find out more about her. Maybe, it would’ve changed if some other actor had played that role but I really find it hard to warm up to this particular character or track. Showing Taimoor’s journey through Osma would’ve been enough but to show it through Kiran seems a bit of a stretch, especially how we have recently seen Sonia Mishal playing such a somber role in Neeli Zinda Hai, it literally feels she has walked from one set to another because the mood & the overall vibe is absolutely the same.

Thoroughly Enjoyable

This episode of Sinf e Aahan was thoroughly enjoyable. At the end of the episode, I did find the screaming a little too stretched & off-putting. It felt like it just was not stopping therefore I had to lower the TV’s volume. I feel so far Mahjabeen’s character has gotten way more exposure than the rest of them. There is no doubt about the fact that Kubra Khan has played her role to perfection but it’s just that the other characters are special & favorite too. Therefore after every episode, it always feels like none of them got as much attention as Mahjabeen does, which kind of makes me wait for the next episode & then the same pattern repeats. I am definitely looking forward to Pariwesh & Arzoo’s letters to their parents. Also, it seems Nathmy’s search will eventually lead her to her father’s friend & the one helping her out will be Maj. Osama. Overall, the direction & acting of Sinf e Aahan has been very convincing. The writing has been phenomenal too. The execution at times does make things a little stretched but overall, its a wonderful drama to tune to. Please share your thoughts about this episode of Sinf e Aahan.

Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza.