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Neem Episode 20: Ameer Gilani Gives A Stand-Out Performance As Ashhad Returns To The Fold
“Neem” is not an easy show to be a fan of, as watching it requires a lot of patience.  Drama storytelling as of late has been focused on delivering action-packed episodes with quick-paced narratives, which has reduced interest in the…
Muhabbat Gumshuda Meri Episode 24: Khushhal Khan’s Saim Is The Heart and Soul Of This Show
“Muhabbat Gumshuda Meri” now has two episodes left with our leads, Zobia and Saim, face-to-face once again.  However, their relationship is in an even messier place than it was previously with Zobia’s cousin, Seemab, unnecessarily laying claim to Saim.  “Muhabbat…
Ishq Murshid Episode 2: Shahmeer and Shibra’s One-Sided Love Story Begins
The first episode of “Ishq Murshid” set high standards for what’s to come, instantly luring in viewers with this not-so-simple love story between a middle class girl and a politician’s son.  Starring Bilal Abbas Khan, Durr E Fishan Saleem, Omair…
Nauroz Episode 14: Reshtina Comes Face-To-Face With Her Grandfather – And Salar
“Nauroz” has won viewers over with its unique concept, innocent heroine Reshtina and unusual hero Rustam.  The story of a young woman raised in a basement away from civilization now released into our manipulative world is one that has kept…
“Tere Ishq Ke Naam” Has a Disjointed Finale Without Proper Closure
As the title suggests, “Tere Ishq Ke Naam” has been, at its heart, a love story.  Focusing on Rutba (Hiba Bukhari) and Khursheed’s (Zaviyar Nauman Ejaz) relationship and their path towards realization of love, “Tere Ishq Ke Naam” also highlighted…
“Fatema Feng” Is Religiously Driven, But Also Socially Relevant
Green Entertainment continues to roll out new launches with “Fatima Feng” starting this week.  Airing Monday through Friday, adding this show to the watch list will be time consuming and daily shows tend to come with that risk.  However, the…
Jaisay Aapki Marzi Episode 15: Sherry’s Manipulations Increase, Pushing Alizeh Into a Corner
One subject which is rarely (accurately) depicted on-screen in Pakistani dramas is emotional and verbal abuse within marriage.  Sure, we see hitting, we see yelling, we see screaming and this indicates a “bad marriage.”  But what about marriages which appear…
Neem Episode 19: Ashhad Finally Decides To Return to Kashmir
Shows like “Neem” set forth to not only educate the audience, but also provide a meaningful story through the journey of its characters.  While “Neem” has succeeded in parts, it has also faltered in ways.  Over the past few weeks,…
“Ishq Murshid” Has A Captivating First Episode With Bilal Abbas Khan As The Highlight
At present, Pakistani drama viewers are spoiled for choice with many diverse dramas on air with a multitude of different subjects.  One could say Pakistani dramas are at a peak point.  That being said, what’s lacking on our screens is…
Idiot Episode 12: Gulzar’s Mindset Drives A Wedge Between Himself and Rameen
Every once in a while, a show comes along which makes the audience think.  “Idiot” is one such show.  With a simple-minded hero, “Idiot” drives home many points by simply having its hero, Gulzar, vocalize his thoughts.  Our world is a…