Pakistani Dramas: The Ramadan 2023 Lineup
In 2010, the “Baraat” series pioneered the concept of the “Ramadan drama,” a drama which aired daily after iftar to relieve tired minds after a long day of fasting. However, post the Baraat series, that lull was deeply felt and…
Kuch Ankahi Episode 11: Mira Sethi’s Character Is One Who Inspires Empathy and Anger All At Once
“Kuch Ankahi” is a show that has been moving at a slower, gradual pace, but winning over viewers with its authenticity. Starring Sajal Aly, Bilal Abbas Khan, Mira Seti, Mohammed Ahmed, Irsa Ghazal, Vaneeza Ahmed, Babar Ali, Adnan Samad Khan,…
Mere Ban Jao Episode 10: Kinza Hashmi’s Azmia Lands Herself In Trouble
“Mere Ban Jao” has been a critic favorite since its first episode due to its different storyline, one that’s relevant to the youth today. Social media and its use in relationships with millennials and generation Z has been high –…
Saba Qamar’s “Sar E Rah” Ends On An Inspiring Note While Depicting Reality
In recent times, we have grown accustomed to long-format Pakistani dramas with episodes reaching a minimum of thirty episodes. However, over the past few months, we have seen a return to short and sweet, crisp storytelling with only the exact…
Kaala Doriya Episode 25: It’s Time For Family Reunions As This Drama Nears Its End
“Kaala Doriya” has been winning the hearts of audiences for the past few months, despite the limited promotion from Hum TV itself. Raking in millions of views per episode, “Kaala Doriya” could also be recognized as the best script from…
Kaala Doriya Episode 24: Osman Khalid Butt Gets His Moment to Shine As Asfi Breaks Down
“Kaala Doriya” has been a pleasure to watch for Pakistani drama viewers who have been desperately making pleas for light-hearted viewing outside of Ramadan. This year, Danish Nawaz and Saima Akram Chaudhry came together to give us what is, so…
Yunhi Episode 5: Deepak Perwani’s Potential Love Story Sparks Interest
Watching a drama like “Yunhi” is bittersweet, because the overall feel of the show is rather pleasant and inviting. The setup is cute, the atmosphere homely and the writing nostalgic. There’s also the matter of the excellent cast, including Maya…
Kuch Ankahi Episode 9: Samia’s Marriage Hangs in the Balance As Revelations Are Made
What’s great about “Kuch Ankahi” is how it plays out in a natural way. It’s reminiscent of family drama films in both Hollywood and Bollywood, stories which not only focus on the individual stories of each family member, but also…
Pyari Mona Episode 7: Irfan and Mona’s Friendship Survives Despite A Large Hurdle
“Pyari Mona” has been a refreshing watch for the audience, a light-hearted show tackling heavy topics in a breezy way – until last week. Last week, we saw how depression can lead to physical illness and cause severe issues when…
Agar Episode 19: Hina Altaf Stuns With Her Performance As Hooriya Accepts Her Fate
“Agar” has continued to impress Pakistani drama audiences seeking something different from saas-bahu dramas and even romantic stories. “Agar” has put the focus on how individuals are affected by societal and familial pressure and how that pressure shapes their decisions…