Sophia Qureshi
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Ishq Murshid Episode 30: This Beloved Love Story Finds Itself Plummeting In Its Final Episodes
Intense love stories with root worthy characters are an immediate hit in the world of Pakistani dramas.  “Ishq Murshid” came along like a breath of fresh air with a sweet love story, a beautiful lead pair and a stellar original…
“Let’s Try Mohabbat” Is a Mini-Series Which Promises To Deliver Something Fresh
Mini-series or “short dramas” have become a fashion of sorts recently.  While it’s a welcome change from the 30-episode (or more) format that has come into play recently, at times these miniseries also leave audiences complaining about the short duration…
Jaan Se Pyara Juni Episode 1: This Love Triangle Takes Off To a Cute Start
Zahid Ahmed is an actor we enjoy watching on-screen, an underrated talent who is generally selective about his work and successfully molds into the character he portrays on screen.  With “Gentleman” and “Jaan Se Pyara Juni,” Zahid is back on…
Burns Road Kay Romeo Juliet Episode 18: Can Farhad and Friya Go Back To Their Families?
“Burns Road Kay Romeo Juliet” is a love story along the lines of  – well, Romeo and Juliet.  This isn’t a story we haven’t seen before, whether it be in “Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak” and “Ram Leela” in Bollywood or…
“Bayhadh” Has a Familiar Yet Interesting Story
Back in 2008, we fell in love with the drama series “Doraha,” a well-written, intriguing story about a young man who gets married and has his cousin inappropriately playing third wheel. “Doraha” was not only a hit show, but is…
Ishq Murshid Episode 29: This Hit Show Has Entered Its Floundering Phase As It Comes To a Close
Pakistani dramas dragging and prolonging negativity for too long is not something new and has become something audiences have grown accustomed to.  Still, it remains a disappointment when it happens, diminishing the overall quality of the show.  However, for a…
“7 Days In Coney Island” Is a Unique Story With a Mostly New Cast
Any time Mehreen Jabbar is behind the camera is a moment of excitement for Pakistani drama fans.  “7 Days In Coney Island” comes as a surprise for fans, as there has been little to zero buzz about this show –…
Pakistani Television Deserves More Shows Like “Contractors”
When “Contractors” was launched, audiences sat up and took notice of not only the concept, but the lead actors.  Often in our industry, our senior actors are reduced to playing parent or grandparent roles without much scope to act, forcing…
Ishq Murshid Episode 28: An Assassination Attempt Is Made – But On Shahmir or Shibra?
The craze surrounding Bilal Abbas Khan and Durr E Fishan Saleem’s Shahmir and Shibra is unquestionable.  This is a hit pair with a romance which has sustained “Ishq Murshid” through 28 episodes.  However, in recent episodes, despite the cute sequences…
Burns Road Kay Romeo Juliet: Farhad and Friya Navigate “Real Life” In Episode 15
“Burns Road Kay Romeo Juliet” has not been pulling in the social media buzz expected from an Iqra Aziz and Hamza Sohail show, considering the popularity of the two actors.  Quite honestly, it’s a shame, because as far as Romeo…