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Aakhir Kab Tak Episode 11: Adeel Hussain’s Nasir Finally Makes His Entry
“Aakhir Kab Tak” continues its likable run, telling a socially relevant story without heaping on absolute misery.  Starring Ushna Shah, Srha Asghar, Haroon Shahid, Adeel Hussain, Shahood Alvi, Javeria Abbasi and others in lead roles, the story has been written…
Phaans: While The Show Was an Overall Disappointment, The Finale Impresses
“Phaans” was meant to tell the tale of a rape victim and her trials and tribulations that she faced in the quest for justice. Unfortunately, much of the story focused on the attempt to be a “mystery,” keeping the true…
Pehli Si Mohabbat Episode 26: Zainab’s Death Unleashes Tragedy
“Pehli Si Mohabbat” is a show that has seen many highs and lows during the course of its run.  Written by Faiza Iftikhar, this drama has been directed by Anjum Shehzad and stars Shehryar Munawar, Maya Ali, Uzma Hassan, Saleem…
Rang Mahal: This Over-The-Top Soap Is Silly, Yet Enjoyable
“Rang Mahal” is a new soap on Geo TV that airs daily.  Written by Shafia Khan, the show has been directed by Zahid Mehmood and stars Ali Ansari, Hamayun Ashraf, Sehar Khan and Arooba Mirza in lead roles.  This drama’s…
Shehnai Episode 23: A Once-Entertaining Show Has Been Seeing a Steady Decline
“Shehnai” started off with a bang, a complete entertainer with a cute story and a solid cast.  Unfortunately, in the past few weeks, the story has been headed on a path of doom with its story taking a nonsensical turn. …
Parizaad Episode 1: Off To An Immediately Gripping Start!
“Parizaad” has been a highly awaited drama with a star cast and an interesting story. The show has not managed to avoid controversy though. The story appears to focus on how individuals with dark skin are treated by society and…
Mujhe Vida Kar Episode 42: Misery Makes a Comeback as Rida’s Life Takes a Dark Turn
“Mujhe Vida Kar” is a show that has been highlighting the difficulties young women face when they wind up with unkind in-laws. While this show has been heavy on tragic content, the show had been picking up lately and moving…
Fitoor Episodes 35 & 36: Haider’s Mother Falls Ill, Taking “Fitoor” Down a Cliched Path
“Fitoor” stars Faysal Qureshi, Hiba Bukhari, Wahaj Ali, Kiran Haq, Ismat Zaidi and Saba Hameed, has been written by Zanjabeel Asim and directed by Siraj Ul Haq. “Fitoor” has been a rollercoaster of a show. Starting off with a bang,…
Dil Na Umeed Toh Nahi Episode 23: Omair Rana Is The Star as Zulfi’s Truth Is Revealed
“Dil Na Umeed Toh Nahi” is a show that may not have been bringing in incredibly high ratings, but has been earning unanimous praise from Pakistani drama viewers consistently. Starring Yumna Zaidi, Wahaj Ali, Nauman Ijaz, Yasra Rizvi, Omair Rana,…
Aakhir Kab Tak Episode 10: Saim Takes an Interest in Fajar’s Condition
“Aakhir Kab Tak” continues to earn praise from Pakistani drama viewers. This is a show that follows the lives of two sisters dealing with an oppressive home environment – but in different ways. While Fajar is a sexual assault victim…