The year is coming to an end and along with the year, several excellent dramas have come to an end as well. While “Jannat Se Aagay” left a strong impact, winding up two weeks earlier, this past week brought several more finales of stories worth remembering. “Kabli Pulao,” “Jhok Sarkar,” “Fairytale 2,” “Fatima Feng” and “Gumn” have all aired their final episode in the final week of November, leaving audiences wondering……will anything worthwhile take their place? Here are five shows which have premiered or are set to premiere in coming weeks which seem promising.
Ek Jhooti Love Story
In 2018, Zee5 was launched in India and produced original Pakistani content with some of Pakistan’s finest talents – unfortunately, the platform was banned in Pakistan in 2020, only weeks after “Ek Jhooti Love Story” made its premiere. Fortunately, Green Entertainment has secured the rights to “Ek Jhooti Love Story,” bringing this excellent show to our television screens for the masses. “Ek Jhooti Love Story” has been written by Umera Ahmed and directed by Mehreen Jabbar, the dream writer-director dream team, which alone makes it worthwhile. “Ek Jhooti Love Story” follows Salma and Sohail, two individuals from middle class backgrounds from the same neighborhood who have well-off friends and dream big. Fed up of their “small” lives, they create fake profiles and begin chatting with each other under false pretenses. They do not realize when the line between fantasy and reality blurs and their feelings become real. “Ek Jhoti Love Story” tells stories that affect the middle class and passes on many social messages through what is, essentially, a love story – but is so much more than that. This one will be airing in coming weeks and is more than worth a watch!
Khushbo Mein Basay Khat
Transforming audiences into a world of poetry and artist eccentricities, Hum TV’s “Khushbo Mein Basay Khat” aired its first episode last week on November 28. This drama has many things going for it, the first being the cast. Starring Adnan Siddiqui, Nadia Jamil, Kinza Hashmi, Saleem Mairaj, Sidra Niazi, Nazli Mirza and others, the story has been written by the incredible Amna Mufti (who most recently wrote “Dil Na Umeed To Nahi) and directed by Mohammad Saqib Khan. The show follows Ahmed Saryab (Adnan Siddiqui), a poet who is a victim to his flirtatious nature, a personality trait which becomes a problem for those around him. A story of poetry, art, human flaws, emotion and betrayal, this is a story that will be exciting to watch unfold.
Jaan E Jahan
To say that ARY Digital’s “Jaan E Jahan” is a highly awaited show would be an understatement. After the grand success of “Maula Jatt” in cinemas, “Jaan E Jahan” is Hamza Ali Abbasi’s return to Pakistani television after “Alif” in 2020. Alongside Hamza Ali Abbasi is the beautiful Ayeza Khan, reuniting the lead pair of ARY’s hit show “Pyaray Afzal.” While little is known about the story itself, the first two teasers have recently launched, complete with flying leaves, sepia tones, soft glances and everything fans of romance love to watch. With a story by Rida Bilal and directed by Qasim Ali Mureed, the only way this show could disappoint is if the makers have not put effort into the script and expect the show to be carried by its lead stars (Example: “Mein” on ARY). Let’s hope this one can live up to expectations!
Breaking News
Kashif Nisar is a name associated with quality as a director and brings high expectations in itself. Written by Aamir Raza, “Breaking News” on Green entertainment stars Hamza Sohail and Amar Khan in lead roles, along with Ali Safina. The show follows Mashal and Hussain, two budding journalists who fight corruption behind the scenes – and we all know the power others wield over journalists. “Breaking News” has promise!
Pagal Khana
The trailer yet to be released, the previews have given audiences a glimpse into the world of “ Pagal Khana,” one which promises an intense, obsessive love story with meaning behind it. Starring the brilliant Saba Qamar and Sami Khan in lead roles, they are supported by an excellent cast including Omair Rana, Mashal Khan, Syed Jibran, Adnan Shah Tipu and others. The story has been written and directed by Iqbal Hussain.
“Grey,” “Stand Up Girl” and “Akhara” are also up for release on Green Entertainment with “Grey” beginning its run on December 4, 2023. Which of these new shows are you most excited for?