Tag: webseries

  • ‘Mesmerised, blown away, and proud’: Sanam Saeed on Barzakh

    ‘Mesmerised, blown away, and proud’: Sanam Saeed on Barzakh

    Sanam Saeed always lets her work speak for her. When the actress does speak, she never shies away from saying exactly what is on her mind.

    Though her latest project Barzakh, written and directed by Asim Abbasi, landed in controversy, she has come to its defence. The series attracted a lot of attention due to its incredible cinematography however, its queer-themed content stirred massive controversy, invoking mixed reactions across the region.

    In a recent interview with Hindustan Times, Saeed shared her thoughts on the overwhelming response to the web series.
    The Barzakh actress said, “The feedback has been quite overwhelming. Mesmerised, blown away, and proud are just the adjectives that I’ve gotten to hear. People are really overwhelmed, intrigued, curious and have slowly understood that this is not a show that they can just binge-watch. It’s something that they have to really focus on and watch with a lot of attention.”

    Despite the backlash, particularly in Pakistan where Barzakh was removed from YouTube, Saeed remains positive about its impact, especially in India. “It was this really beautiful exchange that happened (through the platform, Zindagi) where people’s eyes were opened up,’ noting how Indian audiences gained new insights into Pakistani culture.”

    Although she hasn’t had an opportunity yet, the actor expressed cautious optimism about the possibility of working in India in the future.

    “I haven’t experienced it, so I can’t say that I miss it because I’ve never gone to India for work. But things will happen one day”, Saeed added.

  • Nadia Khan praises ‘Barzakh’ for breaking away from traditional saas-bahu dramas

    Nadia Khan praises ‘Barzakh’ for breaking away from traditional saas-bahu dramas

    Asim Abbasi’s Barzakh, with big names including Salman Shahid, Fawad Khan, Mohammad Fawad Khan, and Sanam Saeed, has grabbed all the headlines since its release on Zee Zindagi’s YouTube. Fans can be found online discussing themes and episodes.

    Recently television host Nadia Khan also shared her review. During her show ‘Kya Drama Hai’ on Channel 24,

    Nadia said, “There are five reasons why you should watch the web series ‘Barzakh’. Firstly, it marks Fawad Khan’s comeback after a long time, which is a big deal. Additionally, the pairing of Fawad and Sanam is a hit and it’s been a while since we’ve seen them together. The theme of the series is also unique as it’s an international platform, which means there are no restrictions on language, clothing, or scenes. This makes it a relief for those who are tired of the usual saas-bahu and family dramas. Lastly, the series has a dark and mysterious tone with a murder mystery that will keep you engaged.”

    Here is the link to what Nadia Khan said about Barzakh:

  • ‘If you find queer storylines distasteful, do not watch my content’: Asim Abbasi refuses to censor ‘Barzakh’

    ‘If you find queer storylines distasteful, do not watch my content’: Asim Abbasi refuses to censor ‘Barzakh’

    Director Asim Abbasi sent a clear message to the critics of his web series ‘Barzakh’.
    Asim Abbasi shared a picture of the show on his Instagram story, where a person replied saying, “Please don’t add more to the fire by saying he ‘chose’ Saifu. They’re asking to boycott the show, and you’re giving them more reasons to so it. Glorifying these characters in the name of art is distasteful. It was wrong churails, its wrong here.” 

     
    On which Asim Abbasi, who is also the writer of Barzakh, replied, “With all due respect, if you find queer non-heteronormative storylines distasteful please do not watch my content.”
    Fawad Khan is playing the characters Saifullah and Lorenzo. The statement comes in response to a scene in episode 3 featuring an almost kissing moment between two male characters.
     
    Asim Abbasi tagged the producers of web series with the caption on his story, “Shailja Kejriwal Waqas Ali and I will always champion rights of all, and tell stories that we believe in.”
     
    The main plot of Barzakh is to explore the mysteries of life, the afterlife, and the enduring power of love. Set in the beautiful Hunza Valley, the story follows a 76-year-old recluse who invites his estranged children and grandchildren to his remote valley resort for a special event his wedding to the ghost of his first true love.

  • Spooky incidents on Barzakh set? Fawad Khan has all the details  

    Spooky incidents on Barzakh set? Fawad Khan has all the details  

    Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed’s ‘Barzakh’ has built up massive anticipation as its release date draws nearer.

    The drama is not just Fawad’s first major production in years, it also has the distinction of being about a supernatural love story. So, how was the shooting in the beautiful locations of Pakistan’s remote north?

    Spooky, as per Fawad.

    The superstar has revealed a terrifying encounter with the unknown while shooting for ‘Barzakh’, leaving everyone confused and intrigued.

    Recently, Fawad and Sanam appeared as guests on ‘Something Haute’ hosted by Amna Haider.

    Fawad shared an unusual incident that occurred during shooting in a house in Gilgit-Baltistan.

     “One night, I went outside and saw the sky, clouds, and mountains under the dim moonlight, and I felt a strange sensation. There were a few empty rooms, and suddenly the light in one of those rooms started flickering on and off, and then the same happened in another room,” the heartthrob narrated.

    He then told the host about a similar incident during shooting in Chitral.

    Fawad said, “I was in a bathroom with a tin ceiling. I felt as if something was on the ceiling, possibly an animal, but I couldn’t be sure. It was breathing very deeply.”

    The incidents just add to the anticipation of the mega production. We can’t wait.

    Barzakh is a web series that will air on Zee Zindagi on July 19, 2024. The series is written and directed by Asim Abbasi. The cast includes Fawad Khan, Sanam Saeed, Salman Shahid, Syed Arham, Khushhal Khan, and Uzma Beg.

  • Mere Humsafar duo Farhan Saeed, Hania Aamir back together in web series

    Mere Humsafar duo Farhan Saeed, Hania Aamir back together in web series

    The wait is finally over. The talented duo from Mere Humsafar, Farhan Saeed and Hania Aamir, are reuniting on screen again, bringing back the magic of their unforgettable chemistry.

    The duo are coming together for a thriller web series on Express TV, alongside Kinza Hashmi, directed Wajahat Rauf and written by Asma Nabeel.

    Hania is currently starring in ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’ alongside Fahad Mustafa on ARY Digital, while Farhan Saeed’s last drama was  ‘Jhok Sarkar’.

  • Fawad Khan, Sanam Saeed reunite for ‘Shandur’

    Fawad Khan, Sanam Saeed reunite for ‘Shandur’

    The beloved on-screen duo of Sanam Saeed and Fawad Khan is all set to work together once more. Reportedly, the two superstars will reunite for the web series ‘Shandur’. According to rumors circulating on social media, Fawad Khan will be seen playing the character of a Chitrali prince who is fond of playing polo.
    The web series has been shot in the Shandur Pass area of Chitral, Pakistan.

    The web series will be directed by renowned director Asim Raza and the story is written by Umera Ahmed.
    The dynamic duo earlier starred in the superhit drama ‘Zindagi Gulzar Hai.’ The new big-budget web series will be available on the Indian OTT platform Sony Liv, and its shooting is taking place in various locations in the UK and Pakistan.

  • ‘The one ‘Heeramandi’ stunt I would never attempt’: Aditi Rao Hydari

    ‘The one ‘Heeramandi’ stunt I would never attempt’: Aditi Rao Hydari

    Bollywood Actress Aditi Rao Hydari, recently shared the one thing she wouldn’t do, which her character Bibbojaan does, in the Netflix web series ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’.
    During a conversation with Netflix India, she talked about her role and revealed what she wouldn’t do. “I wouldn’t wear a heavy ghagra (skirt) and dance near a fountain that was super dangerous,” she said.

    Hydari also thanked Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali for the success of the series.
    “Bhansali is the main reason to watch ‘Heeramandi’, a hundred per cent Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and then there’s six of us, we’re not too bad,” she quipped.

    Hydari reflected on her childhood dream job and said that she had always wanted to be a heroine, particularly in a movie starring Mani Ratnam.
    Now that she’s working with Bhansali, she said shes happy and that, “life is good.”

    Bhansali’s highly anticipated digital debut, ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’, which tells the story of courtesans in Lahore’s red-light district, premiered on Netflix on May 1.