10 iconic Pakistani dramas you should binge-watch if you haven't already
The top 10 have these things in common: repeat value, iconic characters, a coherent story from start to finish
Sadaf Haider
Ehd-e-Wafa was no Alpha Bravo Charlie — it was much more
This was a not a serial about introspection, rather, a call for unity and inspiration for a better tomorrow
Alif is one of the most artistically pleasing dramas to grace our screens in years
With a multi-layered storyline and intelligently developed characters, Team Alif deserves a standing ovation.
Saad and Shahzain's reunion in Ehd-e-Wafa's latest episode was an emotional rollercoaster
That said, the lack of fully fleshed out female characters is a missed opportunity for the ISPR production.
What made a good drama in 2019? Here are the top picks
A good drama is defined by solid performances, a well-written script, relatable characters and entertainment value.
More Pakistani men are watching Meray Pass Tum Ho because it absolves them of moral responsibility
While women forgive their partners' betrayal and violence, I'm not holding my breath for Mehwish to be forgiven.
Review: Yeh Dil Mera has all the trappings of a gothic romance
2 episodes in, the Farhat Ishtiaq drama clearly has more to it than just Ahad and Sajal's pairing.
The Khaas finale showed that Saba can be happy without a man — but we already knew that
For a drama that normalised leaving a bad relationship, did it really have to end on such a bitter note?
Alif is reminiscent of an old Pakistani drama but maybe that's what makes it work
Alif has an old-fashioned, even dated feel to it. However, the dialogues and the story move at a sharp pace.
What is Dirilis Ertugrul and why does Imran Khan want Pakistanis to watch it?
An action-adventure full of sword fights, Dirilis is basically a Turkish Game of Thrones about the Muslim Oghuz Turks.
Hum TV's Ehd-e-Wafa is a rare drama about friendship
That's exactly what makes it a refreshing change from the usual sob fests on tv (don't worry, there's some romance too).
TV drama Khaas begs the question: can good women only be victims?
Unlike Saba, Amar's new wife, Salma is selfish and shady but the message is clear: this is what it takes to get respect.
In Khaas, we see how our society enables men to get away with bad behaviour
The serial explores emotional and psychological abuse both men and women suffer at the hands of manipulative partners.
Emotional abuse is a slippery subject but TV drama Khaas gets it right so far
Restrained acting shows us how manipulation and psychological abuse can creep up and catch victims unawares.
TV drama Inkaar shows the value of a father who stands by his daughter
Inkaar shows us the devastation of sexual violence but also provides a lesson on how to overcome it
What's wrong with our Ramazan transmissions, and how can we do better?
Maybe 'everything' is the answer you're looking for.
Partition drama Aangan makes a promising start with its first episode
Is Momina Duraid's latest all-star period drama worth the hype?
Review: Ahsan Khan is the only good thing about minority TV drama 'Maryam Pereira'
Maryam Pereira is a well-intentioned project but poor direction and lack of research lets it down.
Review: Meri Guriya wanted to challenge patriarchy but at the end it reinforced conservative values
After strongly criticising women's subjugation throughout its run, the TV drama's last episode takes a step back.
Review: In Balaa, Ushna Shah's negativity is her biggest strength
Although Shah's character Nigaar suffers from a minor disability, that is not the focus of the drama