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Baddua Episode 20: This Amar Khan Show Does Not Have a Clear Focus Point
There are some shows that one continues watching out of habit, even though the story has lost meaning ages ago.  “Baddua” is not a guilty pleasure.  It’s not a horrible show.  It’s not illogical.  But it’s simply not a great…
Bebasi Episode 13: This Ali Rehman Khan, Alizeh Shah Starrer Leaves Us Feeling “Bebas”
The only thing worse than a “bad” drama is one that’s based entirely on an illogical premise.  The story of Bebasi seems as though the writer did not give pause for even a moment to think through whether the actions…
Dobara Episode 15: Mahir and Mehru Enjoy Wedded Bliss
“Dobara” is a show that has been tackling a very important subject, that of a woman’s rights to her own life after marriage.  Is a woman fated to live her life first according to her father’s rules, then her husband’s…
The Parizaad Finale Ends On a High Note, Cementing the Show’s Place As a Classic
“Parizaad” has been a journey, the journey of a man who faced hardships throughout his life from childhood to adulthood due to his appearance, his shy nature and his socioeconomic circumstances.  The reason Parizaad, as a character, managed to connect…
Aye Musht E Khaak Episodes 15 & 16: Is Sana Javed’s Duaa Too Emotionally Disconnected?
“Aye Musht E Khaak” continues to be a fascination for drama viewers due to its subject and on social media due to its over-the-top content.  This is a show that is satisfying two different types of viewers, the first who…
7 Pakistani Dramas You Should Be Watching this February
Pakistani television always has several options available for Pakistani drama viewers.  At the present moment, there’s an abundance of diversity with the different storylines available for viewers, ranging from high-level entertainment to mindless guilty pleasures.  Here are the shows you…
Bisaat Episode 10: Azfar Rehman’s Jahanzeb Makes a Scandalous Proposition
When “Bisaat” began, the audience already knew there would be some sort of twist at play in the story due to the name itself (Bisaat roughly translates to chessboard).  However, it isn’t until episode 10 that the real “jist” of…
Sinf E Aahan Episode 10: The Narrative Has Slowed Down and Is In Need Of a Push Forward
“Sinf E Aahan” is a star-studded show that focuses on female empowerment and opportunities for females within the army.  Showing female characters coming together from different walks of life, the basis for “Sinf E Aahan” is that women can accomplish…
Dobara Episode 14: Mehru and Mahir’s Marriage Shocks The Family
“Dobara” has been winning over viewers with a progressive storyline focusing on a romance between an older woman and a younger man.  Starring Hadiqa Kiani and Bilal Abbas Khan in lead roles, the story has been written by Sarwat Nazir…
Qissa Meherbano Ka Episode 21: Mawra Hocane Gives A Brilliant Performance
“Qissa Meherbano Ka” stars Mawra Hocane in the lead role, playing a woman who goes through a highly abusive marriage which crosses all limits in today’s episode.  Written by Fakhra Jabeen and directed by Iqbal Hussain, the show also stars…