The First Episode of “Serial Killer” Is Eerie and As Full Of Suspense As One Would Hope
The combination of Umera Ahmed as a strong female-oriented writer and Saba Qamar as a powerhouse of talent is enough to pique interest. Directed by Fahad Noor, “Serial Killer” also stars Faiza Gillani, Sabeena Farooq, Danial Raheel, Amna Malik, Fahad…
Pakistani Drama Round-Up: The Biggest Disappointments of 2023
It’s that time of the year to recap some of the best – and worst – of Pakistani dramas in 2023. While we wait for 2-3 shows to wrap up, instead of diving straight into the best of 2023, let’s…
Mannat Murad Makes a Thought-Provoking Point With Episode 27
When “Mannat Murad” was first advertised, it was visibly advertised as a romantic comedy complete with wedding events and a happy atmosphere. However, within 7 episodes, it became transparent to viewers that a romantic comedy was certainly not in the…
“Standup Girl” Promises To Be An Engaging Story Meshing Traditional And Modern Viewpoints
The reach of standup comedians has become larger since the world of social media, which has opened up avenues for them on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. Standup comedians no longer rely on simply one income coming from in-house audiences and…
“Jaan E Jahan” Has The Typical ARY Formula, But With An Excellent Cast
When “Jaan E Jahan” was launched with Ayeza Khan and Hamza Ali Abbasi, expectations were soaring. Hamza Ali Abbasi’s return to television after “Alif” and post the massive success of “The Legend Of Maula Jatt,” this show also marked the…
“Tumharey Husn Ke Naam” Comes To A Close As Beautifully As It Began
When “Tumharey Husn Ke Naam” first began, it was often described as “poetic,” “romantic,” “for lovers of Urdu poetry” and so forth. Of course, this has often been interpreted as meaning “not for those who want generic, action-packed episodes.” For…
“Mujhay Qabool Nahin” Takes a Step Away From Misery and Delivers a Strong Finale
While the message of “Mujhay Qabool Nahin” has focused on abuse and the rights of women, the treatment has not been ideal. Following the lives of Maira and Mishaal, two sisters married to two brothers, Maira was immediately thrown into…
Ishq Murshid Episode 11: Shahmeer’s String Of Lies Begin To Backfire
Without a doubt, “Ishq Murshid” has been winning over Pakistani drama audiences each week with its sweet, breezy tale of love, regardless of how unrealistic it may be. “Ishq Murshid” has been a feel-good romantic show up until now, Shahmeer’s…
Pakistani Dramas – December 2023: Five Dramas With High Expectations Which Have Fallen Flat
It’s easy to pinpoint which dramas are worth watching and praise them week after week. However, it’s must more difficult to pinpoint which dramas have been disappointing, especially when those dramas include strong actors and actresses who we expect a…
“Idiot” Comes To a Close In A Neat, Tidy Way, Leaving Us Wondering – What Was the Point?
The premise of “Idiot” started off strong – those who live against the grain, choosing to follow ideals rather than social norms or the expected ways of the world are often seen as an “other,” individuals who are considered unstable…