Tipu Sharif is a remarkable and talented Pakistani television actor known for his performances in hit dramas. He is half Pakistani and half Turkish. Over the years, he has appeared in popular serials such as Siyani, Mein Deewani, Mannat Murad, Kaisi Teri Khudgharzi, Main Abdul Qadir Hoon, Baba Jani, Sang-e-Mar Mar, and Ashk, among others. He is also an active philanthropist and animal lover. These days, he is receiving praise for his performances in Bas Tera Saath Ho and Tapish.
Recently, Tipu Sharif appeared on FHM Magazine’s YouTube podcast, hosted by Adnan Faisal. During the podcast, he revealed that he feels he is treated as an inferior person in the entertainment industry.
Talking about it, Tipu Sharif said that he does not attend parties or socialize with showbiz celebrities at events because he feels looked down upon by people in the industry, who treat him as if he is needy, a beggar, or someone without a solid position—someone who is always seeking work or money. He further added that he prefers spending time with his old friends or playing sports because he does not relate to the attitude of certain celebrities who consider themselves superior. Watch here:
Shahzad Nawaz, who is now one of Pakistan’s prominent television actors, came forward to console Tipu Sharif following his emotional and hard-hitting remarks about the industry’s treatment of supporting actors. Responding in the comments section of the Instagram post.
Shahzad Nawaz wrote: “That’s a very wrong notion you have. We love you, and love your company and you know that. In our GTs you are not an equal, but more as our lovely guest and a brother!”Read here:
While many social media users appreciated Shahzad Nawaz for his kind words and support for Tipu Sharif, others argued that it is unfair to dismiss Tipu’s feelings, saying that only the person experiencing such treatment truly knows the reality. Read the comments:
Tipu Sharif has responded to Shahzad Nawaz post and praised his kindness:
Moammar Rana is a renowned former Pakistani film and television star who gained massive recognition through his performances in hit films and dramas. He rose to stardom in the 1990s with blockbuster Punjabi and Urdu films such as Choorian, Deewane Tere Pyar Ke, Kuriyon Ko Dalay Daana, Azaadi, and others. Known for his romantic and action roles, he became one of Lollywood’s leading heroes during its golden era. Moammar Rana also achieved remarkable success on television with popular dramas like Dil, Diya, Dehleez, Mehram, Roshan Sitara, Ishq Ibadat, Banjar, and Meherbaan. Nowadays, he is filming the upcoming project Mukho alongside Saima.
Moammar Rana also made headlines for his multiple previous public appearances while allegedly under the influence of alcohol. He gave several interviews in which he appeared intoxicated or hungover. Many media personalities and fans expressed concern over Moammar Rana’s deteriorating condition. However, his recent sober appearance surprised fans. In his latest shout-out video, Moammar Rana appeared composed, looked fully aware, and was well-dressed. Watch his video here:
Social media users were surprised to see Moammar Rana looking normal after years. One fan wrote, “After so long, he appears to be normal and sober.” Another commented, “It seems he hasn’t consumed alcohol for a long time now.” One user wrote, “Good to see him in his senses after such a long time.” Another commented, “He became fit and healthy again.” A fan also wrote, “Alcohol had consumed him—he had lost all his body muscle.” Read the comments here:
Mehar Bano is a renowned Pakistani television actress, digital creator, and dancer who is widely known for her hit TV appearances. Her most popular dramas include Mere Paas Tum Ho, Bunty I Love You, Mere Humnasheen, Lashkara, Daagh, Balaa, Ghalati, Dastakhat, Khuda Aur Mohabbat 3, and Mohalla. She will soon be seen in ARY Digital’s Maidaan. Mehar Bano is also a vocal feminist who often raises her voice against injustice toward women.
Recently, Mehar Bano opened up about how the drama industry is being ruined by AI-generated scripts and spoke about the growing harassment within the industry.
Talking about it, Mehar Bano said, “You guys have no idea how many scripts currently airing on television are AI-generated. Even I have worked on one of them. It is the ultimate disrespect to the professional writers who have devoted so much time to this industry. That’s why I have stopped working—I am appalled by this attitude. And you can’t even imagine how unsafe women are in the workplace, even in the post-#MeToo era. I have worked with third-class people over the years, and the things I have seen happening to young girls on set are unbearable. I pray that no girl ever has to go through this.” Watch here:
Waseem Abbas is a versatile Pakistani television and film actor, as well as a former director. He is known for his roles in hit Pakistani dramas, including Samandar, Raat, Aashiyana, Family Front, Landa Bazar, Laal Ishq, Din, Zindagi Gulzar Hai, Mere Humsafar, and many others. Waseem Abbas is the son of the legendary folk singer Inayat Hussain Bhatti. He began his career as a theatre actor and has since become one of Pakistan’s most accomplished television actors.
Lately, Waseem Abbas appeared on the Click1 podcast, where he spoke about the Rajab Butt vs. Fahad Mustafa debate.
Replying to the host’s question about the clash between Rajab Butt and Fahad Mustafa after Fahad said that family vloggers “sell their families,” Waseem Abbas said, “Who knows Rajab Butt? Fahad Mustafa is Pakistan’s biggest hero. He is one of the industry’s biggest success stories. If someone doesn’t know Fahad Mustafa, he must have been living in a jungle. I can bet that I haven’t seen a single video or clip of Rajab Butt. Are you in your senses? You are talking about Fahad Mustafa. He is known all over Pakistan because of Jeeto Pakistan. Rajab Butt may definitely be a bigger YouTube star, and I don’t deny that. However, Fahad Mustafa also shouldn’t have said that family vloggers are selling their families. Even if he did say it, Rajab should have replied in a softer tone.” Watch here:
Waseem Abbas is receiving widespread public praise for his balanced statement, in which he criticized Rajab Butt for his angry response while also addressing Fahad Mustafa’s remarks against family vloggers. Fans are saying they admire Waseem Abbas for speaking the truth. Read here:
Dr. Nabiha Ali Khan is a renowned Pakistani psychologist, former news anchor, and successful digital creator who rose to prominence through her television and digital media appearances, particularly due to her many viral statements. Dr. Nabiha graduated in Psychology and frequently speaks about human psychology and behavior on various podcasts. Her first husband passed away years ago, and she has a son from her first marriage. In November 2025, Dr. Nabiha Ali Khan remarried her friend and colleague, Haris Khokhar.
Recently, Dr. Nabiha Ali Khan appeared on Lahore Rang’s podcast, where she opened up about the criticism she has received regarding her age.
Talking about it, she said, “The pictures and clips are from the Najoomi programme on Koh-e-Noor TV. They are from 2013 and 2014, but people are claiming they are from 1995. They are psychopaths who have spread misinformation about my age. I was too young in 1995. I was in Grade 2 in 1993, when my father passed away. It’s so wrong that they have captioned my old clips with the wrong timeline. How can I look this grown-up in 1990 or 1995 when I was just a child back then? People have no shame left. The clips circulating on social media are not from 1995 and soon I am going to take a legal action against the social media pages spreading misinformation about me” Here is what Dr. Nabiha Ali Khan said in the podcast:
It is worth mentioning that Dr. Nabiha Ali Khan’s clips from 2014 have recently been circulating on social media with incorrect dates attached to them.
Maidaan is an up coming show on ARY Digital and it has departed from the usual saas bahu format that we see. Faysal Quraishi is stepping in as coach in this new sports drama. The cast is big with names like Mehar Bano, Dananeer Mobeen and Varda Aziz in the cast.
Faysal Quraishi’s Maidaan has been reminding of a very popular film. The show is based around a coach who takes a women’s football team to glory. The same plot was seen in Shah Rukh Khan’s Chak De India. Faysal is showing emotions and his look is also reminsicent of SRK’s from Chak De. However the latter was based on hockey and not football.
Chak De India also received massive love in Pakistan when it released.
Here is how Maidaan is looking:
The internet feels it is a copy of Chak De India and made their thoughts known. One person wrote, “Chak De Pakistan.” Another added, “Why copy India at all.” One said, “If Faysal was clean shaven, at least he would not look as much like SRK.” Here is the reaction:
Zanjeerein is currently the most hyped drama on air. The show has gathered a massive following and people have mourned the loss of big characters. After Mudassir and Bano’s death, fans were devastated as Rabiya and Sarbuland both lost true love. They have now been moving on and people have opinions. They have started functioning as allies.
Rabiya and Sarbuland are closer now in Zanjeerain. They are both supporting each other and a scene in the latest episode drew attention. Sarbuland just needed one expression from Rabiya to stop himself from drinking the poisoned juice. Some are loving this closeness while others are questioning it. A new debate is starting regarding forgotten Mudassir and Bano.
This is what went down:
Zanjeerain fans are reacting to this growing chemistry between Rabiya and Sarbuland. One person wrote, “Love how he understood her in one gesture.” Another added, “The chemistry between Rabiya and Sarbuland is great and how he trusts her.” However criticism came as, “How can people move forward from their loved ones so easily?’. This is how people are debating:
Waqar Hussain is a celebrity makeup artist who has worked with many big names in the industry. He is also a versatile actor and his stint on Qudussi Sahab Ki Bewa is unmatched. He sat for a podcast and revealed a lesser known side of him. Fans are loving it and singing praises of him.
Waqar Hussain is also known for his bridal makeups. He makes the best brides in Pakistan but his greatness is not just limited to decorating brides. He revealed a great relationship that he shares with his female workers.
He shared that he has always treated his female workers as his own family. He has no daughter of his own but he has married off 10 girls who worked for him like his daughters. Mostly women do not continue to work after marriage but he is happy that he trained those women to have independent careers if they need it anytime.
The star is being applauded for his greatness. Babar Zaheer said, “You are great.” Another added, “So kind of you.” One said, “This is why Allah has blessed you.” This is the reaction:
Sahar Hashmi is a young actress who has proved her popularity by giving back to back hits in a span of just three years. She is currently a part of two big hits Zanjeerein and Shaidai. The starlet also has an exciting lineup of dramas with Dar e Nijaat, Jamal e Zohra and another one with Farhan Saeed and Faysal Quraishi. She sat down for an interview with Maliha Rehman and spoke about her career trajectory.
Sahar Hashmi was registered with her debut drama Zulm on Hum TV but what made her a household name was Mann Mast Malang with Danish Taimoor. The show was a huge hit within the masses and also received criticism for its bold content. Sahar has shared that Mann Mast Malang is the drama she gets recognized by the most.
Sahar shared that people still call her Riya. That drama proved to be a game changer for her carrer and went on to call Mann Mast Malang her identity. She also praised Danish Taimoor and her team for all the support during that project. She added that Zulm was a critical hit but an actor requires commercial success which Mann Mast Malang gave her.
Zoha Tauqeer is a new entrant in the showbiz industry and she is doing great with shows like Aapa Shamim and Zabt. She is slowly climbing her way up the ladder and fans are loving her screen presence. The actress is the daughter of anchor and actress Ayesha Jahanzeb and she spoke about her family and mother.
Zoha Tauqeer spoke about losing her father at the age of 4 to lung cancer. She said that despite being so young, she remembers him as he loved her so much. He will always spoil her and would not take her off his lap despite being in pain due to cancer. Losing him impacted her a lot but her mother always stepped in. She revealed that it hits in pockets when you do not have your father with you on special days.
This is what she shared:
Zoha Tauqeer also spoke about her mother’s second marriage. Ayesha Jahanzeb divorced her second husband after he beat her up and cheated on her. Zoha said that her mother got married for the second time when she was 7. She was always supportive of it as she wanted her mother to be happy. Accepting her new siblings from that marriage was also never a problem and she treats her youngest siblings like her own children.
Arsala Siddiqui is a renowned Pakistani host and actress who is mainly known for her Ramzan transmissions on Aaj TV alongside Omer Shahzad. She has also tried her luck in acting. Her notable TV dramas include Kash Main Beta Hoti, Muhabbat Aik Saza, and others. Arsala is also admired for her active social media presence.
Recently, Arsala Siddiqui appeared on FHM’s Podcast, hosted by Arsalan Faisal. During the podcast, she predicted that Pakistanis would eventually stop getting married and would rely on live-in relationships, similar to many Western countries.
Talking about it, Arsala said, “In the future, after 2030, people will not marry in Pakistan. They will rely on live-in relationships. Even if it’s not allowed in Pakistan, it is already happening all around us. So, whoever wants to get married should do it now because you won’t get a chance after 2030. I don’t have to get married, but those who are interested should marry. I have never been in a relationship where I was ditched. I think everyone in this world should fall in love because it’s a beautiful feeling. I’m not saying this for marriage, but everyone should experience love at least once in their life. I do have plans to get married, but only if I find someone loyal and good, someone who is financially stable. Although I also earn, we still need a well-off partner as well.” Watch here:
Qurat Ul Ain Iqrar is a renowned Pakistani former ARY News anchor and journalist who joined the electronic media industry in 2008 or 2009. She graduated with a degree in Urdu literature and served as a news anchor for many years. She later left the profession to focus on her home and her son, Pehlaaj. Nowadays, Qurat Ul Ain Iqrar is teaching at a school in Lahore. She often appears in Farah Iqrar and Aroosa Iqrar’s vlogs and podcasts.
Recently, Qurat Ul Ain Iqrar appeared in Farah Yousaf’s vlog, where she opened up about the secret to a successful marriage.
Talking about it, Qurat Ul Ain Iqrar said, “Farah, a successful marriage is always built through mutual effort. It is not the responsibility of just one person. One person’s compromise alone cannot make a marriage work. A healthy relationship depends on both spouses. If only one partner keeps compromising, the relationship will eventually suffer. As we say, a husband and wife are the two wheels of a vehicle because it always requires the support of both people. Both partners need to be patient, understanding, and willing to compromise with each other. You have to give time to every relationship. Even when we cook, it takes time, and when we get ready, it takes time. Similarly, give time to each other. There should be understanding between both partners. Give your relationship the time and space it needs.” Here is the link to the video:
Mufti Abdul Qavi was once a respected Pakistani religious figure who severely damaged his reputation through a series of bizarre mainstream media scandals. He first drew widespread criticism during a tense, televised face-off with actress Veena Malik. His standing collapsed further after his highly controversial hotel meeting with social media star Qandeel Baloch. Qavi was later criticized for his attention-seeking antics, including a public marriage proposal to Indian celebrity Rakhi Sawant. He also drew widespread ridicule by claiming that he was secretly married to Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor. Not only that, Mufti Qavi also defended the alleged live-in relationship between Momina Iqbal and Saqib Chadhar.
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Recently, Mufti Abdul Qavi appeared on Fariha Farrukh’s podcast, where he admitted that he is a big-time flirt.
Replying to Fariha Farrukh’s question, “Are you a tharki/flirt?” Mufti Abdul Qavi said, “I am a tharki. A thousand times, I admit that I am a flirt. My heart is enlightened. I am an open-minded person with a sweet heart. I am eloquent, and I am wise. When I met you, I pointed out three things about you. Were they true? That is what I call being a tharki. I am a tharki.” Watch his video here:
Social media users have shared mixed reactions. Many criticized Fariha Farrukh for inviting someone like Mufti Abdul Qavi to her podcast, while others said that, at the very least, he is not being a hypocrite. Read the comments:
Nadia Khan is a renowned Pakistani television host and actress, best known for her dramas, including Des Pardes, Bandhan, Manzilen, Kaisi Aurat Hoon Main, Dolly Darling, Kumzarf, and Aesi Hai Tanhai. She often remains in the news for her bold and fearless opinions on dramas, celebrities, and current affairs through shows like Kya Drama Hai and Rise and Shine. Besides this, Nadia Khan is also admired for her YouTube channel, OutStyle with Nadia. She enjoys a massive Instagram following of 2.6 million.
Recently, Nadia Khan appeared on Good Morning Pakistan, where she opened up about taking care of her father and how those acts of love and care brought countless blessings into her life.
Talking about it, Nadia Khan said, ” Nida, I think that Allah has rewarded me so much because of my father. I have this habit of upgrading my Abba’s ticket whenever he travels. He would always book an economy-class ticket, and I would upgrade it to business class. I never think about doing these things for myself, but I always do them for my Abba. Allah rewarded me because I took care of him. He is very old now, but he still remembers these things out of nowhere—how I comforted him on various occasions.”
She further added, “I always remembered my father’s wishes. He used to say that after retirement he wanted to live in Murree, but he couldn’t fulfill that dream because he had to spend on his children’s marriages. After I returned from Dubai, he expressed his wish to spend Ramzan in Murree. We went there, but all the hotel stays were expensive, and many of them even had spiders and bedbugs. That’s when I decided to buy a cottage for him. I booked a cottage for him, bought it and named it ‘Abba Cottage’. It is in Bhurban, and he often goes there because he loves it. There are only a few children who truly remember their parents’ wishes. We should all do that because parents rarely prioritize themselves.” Watch the video here:
Danish Taimoor and Hiba Bukhari are two of the most popular and widely watched Pakistani television actors, enjoying a massive fan following. The duo first rose to fame together after their hit pairing in Deewangi won viewers’ hearts. Their remarkable on-screen chemistry made them one of Pakistan’s most beloved television couples. They later reunited in Jaan Nisar, which also turned out to be a commercial success. Currently, the fan-favorite pair is appearing together in Humrahi.
So far, Geo TV has aired 32 episodes of Humrahi. The drama revolves around the complicated story of twin sisters, Ilham and Elif, who both fall in love with Seyhan Ghazi, a heart patient. Following a tragic turn of events, Seyhan receives a heart transplant using the heart of his wife, Elif, after she is killed by his father.
Although Humrahi is averaging around 6 million views per episode, it has failed to impress viewers the way Deewangi and Jaan Nisar did. Social media users believe that Danish Taimoor and Hiba Bukhari’s on-screen pairing has now become repetitive, and many fans say they no longer want to see them together. One fan wrote, “Hiba and Danish Taimoor have the same style, the same expressions—everything is repeated. I’m done with them.” Another commented, “Both are uncle and aunty now.” A third user wrote, “Same story, same close-ups, dumb expressions, and a pathetic storyline.” Another viewer remarked, “Hiba Bukhari makes every drama boring. I’m not interested.” Read the comments here. Read the comments:
Shamoon Abbasi is an actor, director and producer. He is known for giving his hundred percent to every role and his hard work to promote technical aspects of the industry. The star has spoken about Netflix rejecting Pakistani content and OTT platforms not entertaining our content.
Recently, ARY Network’s head Salman Iqbal revealed that Netflix asked him for Pakistani content. He rejected the offer as he wants to grow local OTT platform in the country. Shamoon Abbasi does not agree with Salman Iqbal’s statement and spoke against his opinion in a video on Instagram.
Shamoon Abbasi was very realistic with his words. He shared that he does not agree with Salman Iqbal. Our content is not taken by OTT as it is not technically sound enough. We are not even familiar with proper colour grading. If we want to reach Netflix, we need to fulfil technical requirements and a local OTT will not be an equivalent to it. We need to work on our shortcomings and not just keep making excuses on why our content is not reaching international platforms.
The internet is reacting to Shamoon Abbasi’s statement. One person wrote, “Well said.” Another added, “We can only make TikTok type content.” One said, “You are saying the right thing.” Here is the reaction:
Dar e Nijaat is an upcoming and highly anticipated drama. The show has a stellar star cast and the whole team behind it is what excited the audience when the project was announced. Sheheryar Munawar has stepped into production alongside Salman Iqbal and Sonia Khan of ARY with this drama. The fresh star cast, Umera Ahmed as the writer and Saqib Khan in director’s chair made this one of the most anticipated projects of the season.
Dar e Nijaat has Sheheryar Munawar, Durefishan Saleem, Nameer Khan and Sahar Hashmi in lead roles. The first teaser has dropped and looks like we will get to see an intense and emotional story spanning over two generations. The teaser has been great as it built intrigue value without giving away the plot. The cinematography and sets are also fresh which is giving a great overall look to the show.
Here is the first teaser of Dar e Nijaat:
The internet is reacting to Dar e Nijaat’s first look and they are excited. One person wrote, “Durefishan’s acting look phenomenal.” Another added, “Nameer always picks challenging roles.” One said, “This is written by Umera so we have to watch it.” Here is the reaction:
Adnan Siddiqui is an actor, model and producer. He is one of the biggest stars of Pakistan and he has worked in countless big projects. The actor is also a big name in production but before that he is a father. He has always been a proud dad and he is celebrating a big milestone in his daughter’s life who is all grown up now.
Adnan Siddiqui’s daughter Maryam has made her dad proud as she has just graduated from college in UK. The actor went to attend her big day and shared a sweet photo of kissing her cheek with a beautiful note for his girl.
The star wrote how proud he is of Maryam on this achievement. As a parent he advised fellow parents to be supportive of their children. He is super happy and shared the good news with his fans on Instagram:
Adnan Siddiqui’s star colleagues are congratulating him on this happy occasion. Zara Noor Abbas, Shazia Wajahat, Kinza Hashmi and many other names congratulated Adnan and Maryam. Check out:
Bas Tera Saath Ho is currently on air on ARY Digital. The show is the reversal on blockbuster Mere Humsafar. Anas and Ansa’s love story is moving forward and so is the track with Shehreen and Faham.
Shehreen is egotistical and oversmart. She thinks Fahaam has fallen for her and by bringing the proposal he has assured her of her delusions. Her father Mursaleen, grandfather, Anas and even Shayan is against her obsession with Faham but she is living in her La La Land. Fans are loving the twist and waiting for what is coming for Shehreen in Bas Tera Saath Ho.
This is how she is behaving:
Fans are loving this situation and everyone’s reaction. One fan wrote, “Tum ne naat parhi aur usse tum se pyar hogaya. Shayan was epic.” Another added, “Anas and everyone is trying to protect her.” One said, “Shehreen thinks she is smart but she is not.” Here is the audience reaction:
Aik Mohabbat Aur is a drama which is slowly making its way in the hearts of the audience. With the fresh pairing of Ahad Raza Mir and Maya Ali and Faiza Iftikhar as the writer, the show has touched upon many important issues. The leading duo has been brought together finally as they are tying the knot. The male lead is who is receiving the maximum love from everyone.
Aik Mohabbat Aur is showcasing the greenest flag in Haroon Malik. He not only understands the problems a single mother faces but also privides solutions for them. He is also willing to take on the responsibilities of a father if he is getting into the marriage with a single mother. He understands Khushbakht’s trauma and stands by her to help and back her in every situation.
Here is what Aik Mohabbat Aur showed about a green flag man and Haroon is getting the crown:
The internet is reacting to Haroon Malik’s green flag behaviour and they are in love. One person wrote, “Haroon is raising standards.” Another added, “The way he is providing solutions to all her problems.” One said, “Ahad Raza Mir has won again with this jolly role.” Here is the reaction:
Zanjeerain is a drama that has been highly anticipated since its announcement. The drama brought back the Yakeen Ka Safar trio of writer Farhat Ishtiaq, director Shahzad Kashmiri, and the lead star Sajal Aly. The drama went on air with a huge cast and caught the audience’s attention in an instant with its Game of Thrones-esque plot twists. With big names like Ahsan Khan and Momal Sheikh making cameos and stars like Adnan Siddiqui and Samiya Mumtaz taking the show forward, new stars like Danyal Zafar and Sahar Hashmi also tried to give their best.
Zanjeerain had a fast pace in the first half, and it gained an audience not just in Pakistan but internationally. Many people have praised the show for the strong performances and a storyline not revolving around conniving mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law. But the drama still cannot be called a masterpiece due to some glaring flaws, which have dragged it back from reaching the peak it was aiming for. Here are the flaws that stopped Zanjeerain from becoming a masterpiece.
Unrealistic Settings
Zanjeerain was set in the rural areas of Pakistan. It is suggested to be the KPK area, as is evident from the Sardar attire, the women doing pardahs, as well as the Khan surnames. Some parts also seem to be set in Kashmir, though the provinces are not specifically highlighted. The Northern Areas of Pakistan and many parts of KPK are known for their beauty and nature. The culture of these regions is strong, and people often follow their norms and attire. Thus, watching a very rural Rabiya in a very Turkish-inspired attire looked very out of place. Similarly, the extreme frankness and closeness between Pashtun Bano and Sarbuland is also completely out of place. Their love and understanding make sense, but going freely into each other’s rooms at any time of the day does not match the area and culture depicted in the show.
Choppy Performances
Zanjeerain has some of the strongest performers from the industry in one project. Sajal Aly, Adnan Siddiqui, Samiya Mumtaz, and Hassan Nouman are all actors who give it their all. However, Danyal Zafar and Sahar Hashmi are two new actors who gathered praise for their work in the drama. But during some very important scenes, the performances were choppy, and the consistency faltered. For example, when Mudassir calls Sarbuland, Danyal Zafar was not able to hold his performance well. The same thing was seen once again after Bano disappeared.
Loopholes in the Plot
Zanjeerain has a thrilling storyline. The show did not hesitate in killing off the main characters played by stars like Ahsan Khan, Momal Sheikh, Ameer Gilani, and Sahar Hashmi. But there are some glaring loopholes in the story that do not make sense.
First and foremost, Mudassir grew up with Sarbuland, and he should technically know his family members and vice versa. Similarly, Torsum also grew up with them, and he should have seen Mudassir a few times. But they both acted like strangers when Torsum came to kill Rabiya.
Another huge loophole at this point is Rabiya staying for months on at Sarbuland’s house, and she has still not shared a single word about what happened that night. Why she is not taking Torsum’s name is not make sense, as she has nothing to lose at this point.
Sarbuland not getting suspicious at all of Sohrab, especially how calm he has been since his sister’s death, is also not making sense. Though Sarbuland has shown to be an “urbanised” guy, he is still the son of Sardars, and he should have some survival instincts.
Trench Level Lows After Peak Highs
Zanjeerain is a hit as the drama has shown some peak moments. The scene where Mahgul and Sherdil’s car was blasted looked realistic. Similarly, its aftermath, Sarbuland’s emotional breakdown, was also great. Ameer Gilani’s Mudassir’s death, as well as Sajal Aly’s breakdown as Rabiya, were high points of the show. The drama picked up after these high peaks, but the show again falters as it drags back to trench-level lows.
The drama shows a big plot twist and then keeps dragging on for a number of episodes. This alternating of peak highs and trench lows does not let the curiosity build as it did for a show like Khaie. The inconsistency has become a hurdle in this drama reaching the masterpiece level.
Underutilized Potential
Zanjeerain went with a stellar cast and then failed to utilise it to its full potential. A stunning actress like Samiy Mumtaz is mostly limited to crying for her dying progeny or lying in the hospital. Similarly, Adnan Siddiqui’s Zafran Khan was so intriguing, but he never got enough screen time. Usman Javed was a breakout star as he made people hate him as Torsum. He has now been confined to wandering around to find Rabiya, and his villainous streak has somewhat died down.
These actors were capable of a lot more, but all we get are repetitive scenes of Shireen and Sohrab’s cringe romance.
Unnecessary Screentime
The show has many tracks that have people invested, including Rabiya and Mudassir, Bano’s murder, Sherdil and Mahgul’s murders, and much more. But the screen time always keeps fluctuating between Shireen’s intrigues, Sohrab’s romance with her, and also running along the hills for no reason at all. Fans mostly do not get what they actually want to see, and screen time is given to unnecessary plot points, which drag the script unnecessarily.
All these shortcomings are a hindrance to Zanjeerain being called a masterpiece. What other shortcomings have annoyed in the drama? Share in comments!
Nadia Khan is a renowned Pakistani television host and actress who is currently facing strong criticism from the entertainment industry after she openly called out a scene from Hum TV’s drama Zanjeerain. In the sequence, Sajal Aly’s character was rescuing herself by running while softly saying, “Koi Hai.” Nadia Khan mimicked the scene and remarked that it demanded a much more powerful performance. According to her, the character should have been running while shouting “Save me!” instead of casually saying “Koi Hai” in a low tone.
Nadia Khan is facing both praise and criticism for fearlessly pointing out a logical flaw, loyal Zanjeerain viewers, Sajal Aly’s fans, and several artists took offense of her statement while other said she just pointed out the flaw not Sajal. Saima Akram Chaudhry, Maya Ali, and now Saba Faisal have publicly expressed their displeasure with Nadia Khan.
Saba Faisal commented on an Instagram post criticizing Nadia Khan, writing, “Nadia Khan, you aren’t sitting in your living room; you are on social media. Why do you speak like this against your fellow artists? Who are you to criticize the one and only Sajal Aly? / Nadia aap apnay ghar kay living room main nahi balkay social media per baithi hain. Q aap apnay artiston ko is tarha bolti hain?”
However, Saba Faisal’s criticism backfired as Nadia Khan’s supporters rushed to defend her. One user wrote, “Saba Faisal is upset with Nadia because Nadia isn’t her bahu and neither is she under her control.” Another commented, “Stop it. For once, Nadia Khan was right.” A third user wrote, “Nadia ne to phir bhi ‘Koi Hai’ bol diya tha. Even that ‘Koi Hai’ was hard to hear in the actual episode, and I’m shocked how it was heard by Sarbuland standing miles away from Sajal. Where was the logic?” Another fan stated, “What Nadia said wasn’t wrong at all. It was the director’s mistake, which should have been fixed during editing.” One more user added, “It wasn’t about Sajal. It was Zanjeerain’s poor scriptwriting.” Read the comments here:
Shahzad Nawaz is a remarkable Pakistani television actor who began his media career as an advertising professional. He is widely praised for his performances in hit dramas such as Parizaad, Badshah Begum, Mein, Ghulam Bashah Sundri, and Shanas. Nowadays, he is receiving acclaim for his top-notch performances in Humrahi and Dr Bahu, where his impactful roles and impressive acting have won audiences over. He also hosts a podcast for NJ Spotlight, where he frequently discusses corruption in Pakistani society. The actor is so fit in his fifties that he often overshadows the male leads of his dramas with his fitness.
Recently, Shahzad Nawaz appeared on Gup Shab, hosted by Vasay Chaudhary. During the show, he responded to a question about his fitness.
When an audience member asked, “You are becoming more good-looking, handsome, and fit day by day. Can you share your diet plan?” Shahzad Nawaz replied, “There is a simple answer to this question. I hope you will understand. If you are at peace from within and have pure intentions for others, you will remain fit. If you do injustice to others, occupy other people’s property, or consume someone else’s money dishonestly, it will show on your face. If you live a good life with a pure heart and practice humility, it will reflect on your face, and you will look fit.” Watch here:
Anayah is a young and emerging Pakistani actress who gained initial fame through her character, Shireen, in the currently airing Hum TV drama serial Zanjeerain. Besides acting, Anayah is also a successful digital influencer and model who has appeared in numerous modelling campaigns for clothing brands. Nowadays, she is receiving widespread acclaim for her iconic performance as Shireen in Zanjeerain. Fans have also loved her scenes with Sajal Aly.
In Zanjeerain, both Sajal Aly and Anayah performed intense scenes in which Anayah, as Shireen, portrays her insecurities, while Sajal, as Rabya, is shown giving her reality checks.
In a recent question-and-answer session, Anayah Khan revealed how they filmed the now-viral scenes and also praised Sajal Aly for being a supportive and loving co-star.
When asked, “How was your working experience with Sajal?” Anayah wrote, “All of our scenes were giving full-on Star Plus vibes. We would be trying so hard to stay in character but would end up laughing within seconds. Honestly, she’s such a fun person to have around. Working with her never felt like work. I’m so glad we bonded so quickly.” Read her Instagram story here:
Anayah also responded to the other questions related to Zanjeerain, writing, she always wanted to play a negative character because it has performance margin. She also praised the cast she worked with:
Nadia Khan is a renowned television host and actress who is currently making headlines for her blunt drama reviews. She recently criticized the flawed execution of an important scene in the hit drama series Zanjeerain, which did not sit well with Sajal Aly’s fans and the drama’s viewers, who began bashing Nadia Khan.
Nadia Khan stated that Sajal Aly underperformed in a scene where her character had to save herself from goons. While many agreed that Nadia Khan had raised a logical point, she also faced significant backlash from fans and celebrities, including Saima Akram Chaudhry.
Saima Akram Chaudhry did not appreciate Nadia Khan’s criticism of Zanjeerain and shared a post, saying, “This woman, Nadia Khan, needs a psychiatrist for her bad behaviour. She ruined one of my best scripts, which I had written with so much passion, through her pathetic performance, and now she is criticizing others.” Read here:
Nadia Khan has now made a strong comeback and gave Saima Akram Chaudhry a reality check about her run-of-the-mill scripts. Nadia Khan wrote, “Saima Akram Chaudhry told me to see a psychiatrist, so I did! Diagnosed with a severe case of ‘Truth Syndrome’—aka practicing free speech and calling out bad writing. There’s no cure for my honesty, but there is a prevention for you: write better scripts and fix your production errors.” Read what Nadia Khan shared in her official Instagram:
Bushra Ansari is a legendary actress of Pakistan. She started her career as a child artist and she has reigned for 4 decades over the industry. Her family is also a huge part of arts and culture with her father being a renowned journalist while her sisters are also writers and actresses.
Bushra Ansari’s father Ahmed Bashir is a legendary journalist. He was honest and principled and never made compromises. But there was a dark part of his personal life which Bushra revealed on Good Morning Pakistan.
The actress shared that her father made a movie which flopped. He had put in his own money as well as his parents money in it. After the film flopped, the relationship between Bushra’s father and her grandparents deteriorated. She revealed that her father did not even know where was the grave of his mother. After 30 years, she saw her grandma in a dream and told her father. He then went to search for the grave and cried a lot. He later found out that he was crying at the wrong grave. She revealed her father was not a good son.
This is what she said:
The internet is reacting to Bushra Ansari revealing her father’s story. One person wrote, “Bushra should know to not reveal her parents’ secrets.” Another added, “Maybe your grandparents were in the wrong for prioritizing money over their son.” One said, “These actors share such weird stories.” Here is what they had to say:
Tipu Sharif is an actor who is known for his very natural performances. He always does great work and he is often speaking about animal rights. He is currently starring in two big hits aka Bas Tera Saath Ho and Tapish. The actor is very candid and says what is on his mind. He was a guest on FHM podcast and exposed the biggest three channels of Pakistan.
Tipu Sharif revealed how big channels exploit actors. They will never offer you great roles and if they ever offer you a big character, they will quote a smaller fee. They know that the actor will be stuck and they will work in the drama for lesser money if the role is good. He was exploited this way by ARY Digital who paid him very small amount of money for the drama Kaisi Teri Khudgarzi as they knew the role was good.
This is what he revealed:
Tipu then revealed that he was shocked when he was offered such a big role in Tapish. For the drama he revealed that he will be paid around 20-30 lakh rupees depending upon his days required. But the character is supposed to be ultra rich and to make its wardrobe, Tipu Sharif had to spend 9 lakh rupees which the production does not pay. Thus this is how male actors especially always have to curate their own wardrobe.
Listen to another expose:
About Hum TV, Tipu Sharif revealed that he has not received a call for work for 6 years. They just say that there is no character that suits you. He did a huge drama like Sang e Mar Mar with them and he still never gets any offers from the channel despite having a good relationship with the management.
Nadia Khan is an actress, host and now critic. She appears on a show called Kya Drama Hai and she criticizes various dramas there. Recently, she criticized Sajal Aly’s performance in Zanjeerain as she did not like it. She mocked a scene from the drama where Sajal was running for her life.
Here is what Nadia Khan had said about Zanjeerain and Sajal Aly:
Decorated writer Saima Akram Chaudhary is hitting back at Nadia Khan. She took Nadia to the cleaners as her comment was very harsh. She said that Nadia needs a psychiatrist for how she behaves. Saima added that Nadia is a pathetic actress who destroyed a great script which I wrote with her pathetic performance and now she is criticizing others. Here is what Saima Akram Chaudhary had to say:
Nadia Khan has worked in a drama titled Kaisi Aurat Hoon Main written by Saima Akram Chaudhary.
Besides Saima Akram Chaudhry, the writer Sarah Majeed also called out Nadia Khan. She said, “One is constructive criticism and the other is criticism for the sake of criticism and it happens every time because these people know nothing other than criticism”
The internet is reacting to Saima’s criticism of Nadia and they agree. One person wrote, “Nadia is such a worst actress herself and she criticizes others.” Another added, “She does this all for ratings.” One went, “Agree with Saima’s words about Nadia.” Here is what she said:
Alizeh Shah is an acttess and model who became a national crush while she was still a teenager. She starred in the blockbuster Ehd e Wafa and the rest is history. The actress went on to have a tumultuous career and she has been in a lot of controversy. She is brave enough to say her side of the story and never shies away from expressing her part.
Alizeh Shah shares her pictures and videos on and off. Recently she shared a makeup tutorial and people accused her of using filters as her face looked extra snatched and her eyes popped. She is not happy with those accusations and called out haters of her natural beauty.
Alizeh Shah shared an Instagram story and asked people that “What the f*ck is wrong with them?”. She added that she has never used any filter in her pictures and videos and she just looks like this. The actress added that if someone loses weight to their desired number or looks really beautiful, people just start screaming that they must have had surgeries. Infact she is naturally this good looking.
Here are Alizeh Shah’s remarks about her natural beauty:
Sajal Aly is one of the biggest super stars of Pakistan. She has proved her talent and her beauty is unmatched. She always wins the audience with her screen presence. The starlet has been expressing her fashion more and more and people are not fully used to it. Her latest photos are all the rage on the internet.
Sajal Aly was on a holiday and she shared pictures in a sleeveless sarong beach dress which she had styled with great accessories. The pictures went viral but people had mixed opinions as the actress was showing a bit of skin. The public is divided in two camps with some loving her new style while others criticizing her for sharing these pictures online. Check out the clicks below:
Public sentiment is clearly divided. Sajal Aly’s fans and even colleagues shared love for her. Mahira Khan called her “Hottie” while Maya Ali called her “Beautiful”. A segment of society found the pictures bold. One person wrote, “They get older and start losing clothes.” Another added, “She does not even look beautiful anymore as she wears such outfits.” These are the reactions:
Ali Gul Pir is a versatile and talented Pakistani digital influencer, singer, and host. He is widely known for his comedy and satire videos, and fans love his hilarious recreations of viral incidents. He rose to fame in 2012 after the success of his popular song Wadairay Ka Baita, which has so far garnered over 15 million views on YouTube. The song made him an overnight viral sensation. Ali Gul Pir is happily married to Dr. Azeemah Nakhoda, an aesthetician and cosmetic surgeon.
In June, Ali Gul Pir and his wife, Dr. Azeemah Nakhoda, shared the joyful news of welcoming their adorable baby boy. The couple announced the arrival of their son by sharing heartwarming pictures from the hospital.
Today, the couple shared a beautiful family photoshoot on social media. Ali, his wife, and their newborn twinned in white outfits. Ali captioned the post, “And then there were three.” Here are the pictures:
Real Azan is a young Lahore-based Pakistani digital creator who recently made headlines after sharing his Nikah pictures and reels. Following the viral Nikah posts, the digital creator’s Instagram following grew from 60,000 to over 82,000. The publicity stunt also made him go viral in India, where his videos were viewed by millions.
According to many of his old followers and fans, Real Azan’s Nikah and Mehndi events were staged and a gimmick to gain more followers and views. They claim that the “bride” is actually his younger brother, who had previously appeared in his vlogs. Fans say the bride has the same facial features as his younger brother and allege that he wore a wig and makeup as part of the publicity stunt. One social media user wrote, “This is not a girl but a boy wearing a wig.” Here is the post:
Netizens agreed to the claims after spotting a person with similar features in Real Azan’s previous videos. Although Azan has denied the allegations that his Nikah was staged, many fans remain unconvinced. One user wrote, “I knew from day one that it was a boy.” Another commented, “So they are inspired by the most viral reel, Nadiaa.” Another wrote, “Thank God it’s not a real marriage. Otherwise, he had put us in a complex that people much younger than us are getting married. Now I’m feeling better.” One user said, “I had noticed earlier that it was a boy.” A fan also wrote, “I had a feeling that he did it all for fame.” Read the comments here.
Here is the picture of his real brother who played his wife for the viral reels:
Faysal Quraishi is a versatile and acclaimed Pakistani actor, admired for his top-notch performances in hit TV serials such as Boota from Toba Tek Singh, Meri Zaat Zarra-e-Benishan, Haiwan, Qaid-e-Tanhai, Bashar Momin, Muqaddar, Hook, Farq, Aap Key Liye, Bheegi Palkain, Khaie, and Fitoor. Last year, he received widespread praise for his performance as Kamran in the drama serial Case No. 9.
Recently, Faysal Quraishi appeared on Trifit Pakistan’s podcast, hosted by Maham Khalid. During the podcast, he claimed that Indians do not want Pakistani content to be featured on Netflix.
Responding to the host’s question, “When do you think Pakistani content will be seen on Netflix?” Faysal Quraishi said, “Should I speak the truth? Indians don’t want Pakistani content to be published on Netflix. Secondly, we don’t speak the truth, and for Netflix, we have to speak the truth. Netflix wants countries to show their dirt and dark side. You should show what’s happening in your country, and Pakistan can’t show everything that is happening here because, eventually, the filmmaker who presents the real picture of the country won’t be able to live in Pakistan after that. And Indians won’t let it happen either. Another main issue is that everyone in our country is watching Netflix through borrowed accounts. Some get access from friends or cousins abroad, while others share a single subscription with many people. Nobody in Pakistan is buying their own subscriptions, so Netflix isn’t getting any revenue from Pakistan like they are getting from India, so there is an Indian hold on Netflix because their market is bigger. In Pakistan, the first question we ask about our upcoming film release is, ‘When is it available on YouTube?’ I wish Hum TV good luck with their upcoming Netflix venture.” Watch here:
Bushra Ansari is a renowned television artist known for her multiple talents, including acting, hosting, comedy, writing, and singing. Her notable dramas include Aangan Terha, Badlon Par Basera, Bilqees Kaur, Udaari, Barat Series, Pardes, Tere Bin, Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, and Very Filmy, among others. She is currently receiving praise for her brilliant performance in the hit Geo TV drama Shaidai.
Bushra Ansari recently appeared on Good Morning Pakistan. During the show, she opened up about the family restrictions they imposed on their daughters and how their progressive approach toward marriage eventually led to what she described as their biggest mistake.
Talking about it, Bushra Ansari said, “I am already wounded and have a bad experience regarding my daughter’s marriage. In our time, we weren’t allowed to explore things. We were restricted from having male friends, and we didn’t study in co-education. In reaction to that, we told our daughters not to lie and to inform us if they liked anyone. I remember once Nari received a call at home, and Ansari Sahab said, ‘I don’t want boys calling my daughters.’ I asked him to give them a bit of freedom so they wouldn’t lie. I made him understand that studied in co-education and had male friends. Those friends would naturally call her, and otherwise she would have to lie about them. I didn’t want my daughters to lie. He then said he wouldn’t allow her to visit her male friends’ houses, to which I replied, ‘It’s okay. I will invite her friends to our house. They are most welcome.’ So, we found a middle ground and became more progressive.”
She further added, “We belong to a middle-class family where it was considered a taboo to tell daughters to look for rich husbands. How could we ever say, ‘Find a man with a big house or a lot of property?’ Because, for us, values mattered more than money. We believed financial status didn’t matter as much as a man’s upbringing. We always advocated that a husband and wife should build a home together, even if the husband had a low income. We made a mistake while finding a perfect match for our daughter. I couldn’t judge a boy by his family or outward appearance. I thought if he’s talking elegantly, his family is educated, he is the right guy. Even Nariman had told me that he gets upset whenever I ask him about his finances. It was actually a major red flag, but we ignored it because we were afraid of losing the proposal.” Watch here:
Komal Aziz Khan is a former well-known Pakistani television actress and entrepreneur, best known for her leading roles in popular drama serials like Ishq-e-Benaam, Zard Zamano Ka Sawaira, Bharosa Pyar Tera, Raaz-e-Ulfat, Bisat-e-Dil, Kasa-e-Dil, Mohlat, Jithani, Sahailian, and others. She is also the founder of the clothing brand Omal by Komal. She has a strong Instagram following of 1.6 million.
Komal Aziz Khan often conducts question-and-answer sessions on her official Instagram account. Recently, she was asked in Q&A whether she financially supports her mother, to which she responded negatively.
To the question, “Do you financially support your mother?” she replied, “Nope. I don’t believe in women paying the family bills; it’s a man’s job to do so.” Read the post below:
Her reply sparked many questions because many fans know that Komal Aziz Khan’s father has already passed away and that she has no brother. Social media users believe that she responded rudely and insensitively to the question about her mother. One user wrote, “She has no brother or father, so if her maternal uncles are paying the bills, it’s sad.” Another commented, “Supporting mothers doesn’t only mean paying the bills.” One user wrote, “When it comes to parents, both men and women should perform their duties and responsibilities accordingly.” Another girl commented, “It’s wrong. There should be equality here as well.” One user wrote, “Poor soul. Allah doesn’t bless everyone with a big heart.” One wrote, “Sometimes I find her thoughts so weird, people earn for their family including parents especially mother” Read the comments here:
Durrefishan Saleem is a brilliant Pakistani actress known for her hit dramas, including Kaisi Teri Khudgharzi, Pardes, Bharas, Khaie, Ishq Murshid, Jaisay Aapki Marzi, and Juda Huay Kuch Is Tarha, among others. She was recently praised for her performance in Geo TV’s hit serial Sanwal Yaar Piya alongside Ahmed Ali Akbar and Feroze Khan. Durrefishan Saleem also enjoys a significant Instagram following of 8.4 million.
Recently, Durrefishan Saleem shared a black-and-white poster of her upcoming drama on Instagram, featuring herself, Nameer Khan, and Sheheryar Munawar.
She captioned the post, “Dar E Nijat loading.” Dar E Nijat is penned by acclaimed writer Umera Ahmed and directed by Saqib Khan. The drama is a presentation of 3’s Entertainment Productions and will most likely replace Dr. Bahu on ARY Digital. She also shared a dialogue from the drama that reads, “Sahi waqt par milne wala insaan naseeb hota hai aur ghalat waqt par milne wala imtehan.” Also look at a few BTS pictures from the drama:
Maya Ali extended her best wishes to Durrefishan Saleem for her upcoming drama, writing, “This is going to be another feather in your cap. In Sha Allah, love you, my Dure.” Nameer Khan also commented on the post with a victory emoji, while Durrefishan Saleem’s fans expressed their excitement for her upcoming drama serial. Read the comments here.
