Raqeeb Se Episode 22: The Brilliance of This Show Is Emotionally Exhausting
“Raqeeb Se” is such a brilliant show that one finds themselves emotionally exhausted/spent after finishing an episode. This show is an experience, a story that remains with you long after the episode has ended, leaving the viewer thinking and examining…
Azmaish Episode 1: Yet Another Story of Sibling Rivalry
“Azmaish” is another new entrant on ARY, airing on Wednesday nights (with “Dunk” moving to Saturday nights). The show stars Kinza Hashmi, Fahad Sheikh, Yashma Gill, Minsa Malik, Shahood Alvi, Laila Wasti, Furqan Qureshi, Gul E Rana and others in…
Pardes Episode 1: This Sarmad Khoosat and Shaista Lodhi Starrer Is Off To a Great Start!
The theme of “Pardes” focuses on those individuals who leave their loved ones in search of greater (financial) pastures abroad and not only what they go through, but what their loved ones endure back home. This topic is one that’s…
Aulaad Episode 28: The Time for “Punishment” Has Begun – But Is It Too Severe?
Everyone can relate to the story of “Aulaad,” whether it be parents or children. The story is so emotional, it gets the viewer thinking – “Am I a good son/daughter?” or “Is my relationship with my children strong enough? Have…
Ishq Jalebi – The Finale: Take a Bow, Team Ishq Jalebi!
“Ishq Jalebi” is the last of the Ramadan shows to come to a close and its finale is a bittersweet moment, bringing a close to this period of light-hearted content. This also marks the end of the Basim-Bela love story,…
Safar Tamam Hua Episode 15: Anoushay Exposes Jamal’s Lies
“Safar Tamam Hua” is one of those unusual shows that found itself on the brink of being rejected by drama viewers due to slow pace and a paper-thin plot based on unnecessary misunderstandings – and now, somehow, has managed to…
Safar Tamam Hua Episodes 13 & 14: Haaris Waheed Makes An Impact As Nabeel
“Safar Tamam Hua” is a show with a fabulous, talented cast, a beautiful OST that one wants to listen to over and over again and beautiful cinematography. And yet, what should be a beautiful drama somehow falls flat. Starring Ali…
Tanaa Banaa – The Finale: Fresh And Enjoyable, But Ends Without A Strong Message
Eid has come and gone and along with Eid, all of the fun, light Ramadan shows have also come to an end (much to the dismay of the audience). “Tanaa Banaa” is one such show, a show that focused on…
Chupke Chupke – The Finale: A Perfect Ending To a Near-Perfect Show
Some shows come and go in a flash, their presence becoming such a part of our day-to-day lives that the void left behind after they end becomes difficult to fill. “Chupke Chupke” is one such show. For a full month,…
Aakhir Kab Tak Episode 1: Intense And Uncomfortable, But Off To a Great Start
Post-Ramadan and Eid, a new slate of shows are being released, spoiling the audience for choice with the number of new arrivals. Of the many new shows, “Aakhir Kab Tak” is one of the more promising ones which caught audience…