Mahira Khan is a bonafide superstar who is making her comeback on television after six years with HUM TV’s Hum Kahan Ke Sachay Thay. Based on Umera Ahmed’s novel, it features Usman Mukhtar and Kubra Khan alongside Mahira. The drama is directed by Pyar Ke Sadqay fame Farooq Rind.
Mahira plays the character of Mehreen in the drama and has donned a de-glam look.
Farooq Rind’s directorial Hum Kahan Kay Sachay Thay is currently on floors in Karachi. The much awaited drama stars Mahira Khan, Usman Mukhtar and Kubra Khan in lead roles, along with an interesting supporting cast. Zainab Qayyum plays a pivotal role in the series and she shared an exclusive sneak peek from the sets.
The drama is based on Umera Ahmed’s novel of the same name and is being produced by Momina Duraid.
The drama is set to be released later this year on HUM TV.
Kubra Khan and Gohar Rasheed are one BFF duo that doesn’t shy away from flaunting their friendship and camaraderie on social media. They even appeared together on The Ahsan khan show and Jeeto Pakistan together.
Kubra and Gohar set the dance floor on fire with their electrifying moves on Sultana Siddiqui’s grandson wedding.
On the work front, Kubra will be seen next in London Nahi Jaunga and Gohar is set to be featured in The Legend Of Maula Jatt.
Mahira khan and Kubra Khan are giving us BFF goals on the set of their upcoming TV project directed by Pyar Ke Sadqay fame Farooq Rind. In one of the videos shared on their Instagram stories, Mahira can be seen saying: “I have learned something new”.
Senior actress Zainab Qayyum shared a selfie of the trio and Kubra reposted it on her Instagram stories. The drama’s leading hero Usman Mukhtar re-shared the photo on his Instagram account by editing himself in the picture.
He added a hilarious caption, “Experts will tell you this is photo-shopped. They may or may not be right. #notphotoshopped”
“P.s. Thank you @mahirahkhan @thekubism @zainaconda for taking this picture without me,” he added
Kubra re-shared his story on her Instagram and wrote: “Ye peechay kon hai? Mahira peeche dekho! Peeche.”
Mahira, Kubra and Usman will be starring in Hum TV’s forthcoming drama serial, it is based on Umera Ahmed’s popular novel Hum Kahan Kay Sachay Thay.
ISPR has roped in five leading ladies in their forthcoming drama titled as Sinf-e-Aahan which will be co-produced by Humayun Saeed and is to be directed by Nadeem Baig. The small screen magnum opus is based on the theme of women empowerment and has been penned by the acclaimed writer, Umera Ahmed.
Sajal Aly took to her Instagram handle to announce the project with an ensemble cast featuring Yumna Zaidi, Sajal Aly, Ramsha Khan, Kubra Khan and Syra Yousuf.
The drama will be telecasted later this year on ARY Digital.
Kubra Khan is celebrating her 28th birthday today. The actress has achieved stardom in a short time span and is currently amongst the most sought after leading ladies in Pakistan.
Here’s a list of her 5 best performances:
Alif is Kubra’s most critically acclaimed perfromance in which she made us feel her pain as Husn-e-Jahan. The play aired on Geo Entertainment in 2019-20. Directed by Haseeb Hassan it was penned by Umera Ahmed.
Kubra played the main lead in Pakistan’s biggest blockbuster till date and made us like her character in Nadeem Baig’s Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 was released in 2018. Humayun and Kubra’s chemistry was admired by many and that was one of the things that kept the audiences intact.
The drama aired between 2016 to 2017. It had an intense yet emotional tone. Kubra looked really comfortable working with legendry actor Asif Raza Mir and showcased her range as a serious actress.
Kubra Khan played the character of ”Sarah Isaac” in the drama serial, the drama which was loved by the masses, her on-screen chemistry with Imran Abbas was appreciated. Kubra gave a sensitive performance in the play.
The drama serial Alif Allah aur Insaan was a major hit, written by Qaisera Hayat it showed Kubra’s growth as an actress with a better accent. Kubra’s played Nazneen who dared to sacrifice all she had for love.
Many people from the entertainment industry wished Kubra on her 28th birthday:
Many Pakistani actors went to India for their Bollywood debuts but couldn’t make a strong mark across the border and came back. Although some of these actors are huge stars in Pakistan and are still working on the best projects in their home country.
Take a look at some Bollywood debuts of local superstars which went unnoticed:
Meesha Shafi – Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
Kubra Khan – Welcome To Karachi
Humayun Saeed – Jashnn
Meera – Nazar
Adnan Shah Tipu – Welcome To Karachi
Madiha Imam – Dear Maya
Veena Malik – Daal Mein Kuch Kala
Moammar Rana – Ek Second
Mikaal Zulfiqar – U R My Jaan
Sara Loren – Kajraare
Humaima Malick – Raja Natwarlal
Sadia Khan – Dunno Y2… Life Is a Moment
The local drama industry is going through major content crises due to the repetition of themes and lack of experimentation. This was the reason that kept megastars like Mahira Khan and Saba Qamar away from the small screen platform for the last few years. However, the scenario seems to be getting better as some key upcoming projects are based on unique stories and trailblazing screenplays with fresh star-cast. We present to you the six most exciting dramas to look forward to in the second half of the year.
Riding high on the success of his last venture, Dushman E Jaan, Director Amin Iqbal has managed to pull off a casting coup by getting on-board a stellar cast in his upcoming biggie. Powerhouse performers Sajal Aly and Yumna Zaidi are the leading ladies of this ambitious project, penned by the veteran writer, Qaisera Hayat of Alif Allah Aur Insaan fame. It features debutant Azaan Sami Khan as the leading hero, along with Adnan Samad Khan of Ehd-e-Wafa fame.
Superstar Mahira Khan is making a comeback to the medium of television after 5 years in this Farooq Rind directorial, co-starring Kubra Khan and Usman Mukhtar. Based on Umera Ahmed’s novel of the same title, this drama is apparently based around a dysfunctional family and sheds light on the impact of flawed parenting on children.
Actress Zainab Qayoom plays a pivotal role in the drama and also shared her excitement for the shooting spell.
Amidst a barrage of melodramatic scripts and emotionally turbulent screenplays, this drama promises to be in the light-hearted space. Produced by Momina Duraid, Laa Pata boasts of a stellar star-cast headlined by Ayeza Khan, Sarah Khan, Ali Rehman Khan and Gohar Rasheed.
Gohar shared an interesting BTS from the sets of this Khizer Idrees directorial on Instagram. Ayeza plays the character of a TikToker, “Geeti Princess” and asked fans to follow her character’s account on video sharing app.
Imran Abbas and Saba Qamar are collaborating for the first time in this Saqib Khan directorial. After giving stellar performances in Baaghi and Cheekh, Saba Qamar took a break from television and shot for two feature films which will release post the pandemic woes. Written by Sara Qayyum, it also features Chupke Chupke fame, Sidra Niazi and Asad Siddiqui in significant roles. In his latest interview with Dawn, Imran said, “The subject is very nice and unusual, different from what is happening these days.”
Saba makes sure through her Instagram that her fans remain curious about the project.
Fahad Mustafa has roped in Danish Taimoor and Minal Khan for his upcoming production venture. The serial is touted to be a love story with some major plot twists. It is being directed by Jalan fame Abiz Raza. The project has been on floors since March 2021 and is expected to release towards the end of this month. Ishq Hai‘s team shared its multiple posters today on social media platforms, giving their fans a solid tease.
Urwa Hocane and Imran Abbas put their fans into frenzy when they announced their next drama for ARY Digital, Amanat. This dynamic on-screen pair has been having great fun on their sets and even shared some moments with their fans, including a video in which they are singing together. It boasts of an ensemble star-studded cast with names like, Saboor Ali, Haroon Shahid, Gohar Rasheed, Salman Saeed, Saba Pervaiz, Babar Ali, and Sheheryar Zaidi among others.
Music composer, Naveed Nashad has worked on its OST after delivering a chartbuster with Do Bol.
Kubra Khan has hit back at a local media news outlet for misreporting her comments about un-following Prime Minister Imran Khan on Twitter. Khan, in an interview, had shared that she unfollowed PM Khan (and Hamza Ali Abbasi) on Twitter because she didn’t want any political updates.
Read more – ‘Masterstroke’: Celebrities, cricketers jubilant over PM Imran’s Vote of Confidence
Sharing the misreported news on Twitter, Kubra said: “I am and will always one of the biggest supporters of [PM] Imran Khan.”
“I don’t need to follow him on “social media” to show my support,” said the actor further, adding: “But thanks for adding the negative connotation?”
Earlier, during the 2018 General Elections, Kubra had said that if she had the option to vote, “it would be no other than PTI.”
Meanwhile Kubra follows only four people on Twitter: Vasay Chaudhry, Gohar Rasheed, Iqrar ul Hassan Syed and Fahad Mustafa.
Ever since he assumed office, Prime Minister Imran Khan has given us plenty of recommendations on drama serials and books – the most prominent being Turkish drama series Diriliş: Ertuğrul and Elif Shafak’s The Forty Rules of Love. Earlier this week, PM Khan recommended the youth to watch another Turkish show on Sufism Yunus Emre: Aşkin Yolculuğu, which is also being aired on PTV in Urdu.
While we love the fact that the PM takes out time to recommend stuff to the youth, we decided to turn the tables and recommend him a few recent (in the past two years) Pakistani drama serials which are worth watching. Check out our suggestions below:
While Hum TV’s Sabaat in its essence is a family drama exploring familial relations and dynamics, its presentation was very refreshing, in particular Anaya and Hassan’s storyline. The drama highlighted the importance of having a healthy, loving relationship with your children and gave out a strong message on the importance of empowering women and daughters and gave viewers a new heroine after Zindagi Gulzar Hai‘s Kashf. It also showed how ego, money and misunderstandings can ruin relationships and your life. All these themes are the ones which PM Khan has time and time again urged our drama writers to show on television.
Read more – ‘Sabaat’ manages to tie up loose ends in a rushed finale
Starring PM Imran’s BFF Hamza Ali Abbasi and Sajal Aly in the lead, Alif, written by Umera Ahmed and directed by Haseeb Hasan focuses on the spiritual journeys of two individuals Qalb-e-Momin (Hamza) and Momina Sultan (Sajal), who despite coming from completely different backgrounds help each other find peace in righteousness. Alif was a brilliant example of good storytelling and sensitive direction. Moreso, the entire cast of the drama including Hamza, Sajal, Ahsan Khan, Manzar Sehbai and Kubra Khan gave strong and solid performances. It is pertinent to add here that Hamza in several interviews has shared that his life reflects what is shown in the drama.
Perhaps one of the most-loved dramas in the country, Suno Chanda (Season 1) is chaotic, fun and will leave you with a warm feeling. The show which ran through Ramadan and had everyone hooked is about a household in which the children of two brothers get married just before the family’s patriach passes away. Directed by Aehsun Talish and written by Saima Akram Chaudhry, Suno Chanda is a comedy drama done just right. From the performances to the witty dialogues to the direction, everything about this drama was brilliant. The show gave us some memorable characters and there was bound to be one person in the cast you could relate too.
Out of the list, if there is one drama the prime minister should be watching, it should be Suno Chanda. Will also give him some much-needed respite from the day-to-day political tensions.
Yet another multi-starrer drama starring some big dramas of the drama industry, Aangan brought back and romanticised living in joint family systems while at the same time highlighting the issues that come with it. The drama very delicately and tactfully challenged societal norms while keeping viewers engaged and hooked. Aangan is without a doubt one of Faiza Iftikhar’s finest works. I am pretty sure Khan sahab is going to love this one. It is everything he wants to promote through television and dramas.
Perhaps the darkest drama on this list, Mawra Hocane and Adnan Siddiqui’s Sammi sheds light on the custom of vani (or exchange brides) and how women are forced to continuously bear children in the quest for a son. It is gritty and makes you uncomfortable but that is because you know that this is exactly what happens to women in this country. The drama has been sensitively written by Noor ul Huda Shah and directed by Saifee Hassan.
Is there any other drama you would recommend PM Imran to watch? Let us know in the comments below.