‘Pyar Ke Sadke’ — not just an ordinary addition to the industry on February 2, 2020Just as the Pakistani Industry took a turn towards addressing the prevalent taboos and topics with their own uniqueness, a wave of change swept over the entire nation. Regardless the misogynistic views of some of the makers and the criticism they got over them, good storylines and plots still set our dramas a class apart. […]
‘Alif’ — a sensational masterpiece! on October 17, 2019It has been a while since I watched something that made me as happy as watching something immensely exciting from my childhood. Added to my watch-list the moment I had a look at its trailer, this new drama had me glued to my screen as I watched the very first episode. The impact it created […]
‘Cheekh’ comes to an end with a strong message on August 14, 2019‘Cheekh’ is one of the latest and most trending television dramas which just came to an end. Another success after Aisi Hai Tanhai by Big Bang Productions, Cheekh unveiled many loopholes in the prevalent justice system, patriarchal beliefs that hid the male ego and their insecurities, exploitation of the poor by the rich privileged class […]
Demons vs Tech — a blend of technology and what’s evil! on August 5, 2019With the latest hits in the cinema, 2019 has a lot in store for you. It has got everything from nostalgia, fun, adventure and thrillers to fears of different kinds; that of technology’s and evil from the “other world”. Excitement to cover both kinds of fears took over me the moment I watched the two […]
The ultimate significance of charity on June 1, 2019Ramazan, a month filled with blessings approaches to strengthen the faith of the entire Muslim community across the globe. It is the month that brings the Muslim Ummah closer to celebrate the gift from Almighty God. Now when we talk about the month of Ramazan being the holy gift from Allah, the significance of charity […]
A little bit of day dreaming goes a long way on March 12, 2019The biggest reason for not being able to get to what we want and where we want to be is not dreaming big. We could wish for all the luxury or for the ultimate happiness but then let it all go the very next moment because we are too scared of dreaming big. We can […]
What do you do? on January 31, 2019What do you do? When she rains tears, The bloodshot clouds, The wrinkled forehead And the scars afresh What do you do? When little droplets fall, Fall in abundance, The tide rises, and The thunder strikes What do you do? When you hold onto the Goddess only to find hollowness inside for none can fill […]
The desire on July 3, 2018She wanted to be the one, Rising up, with each step taken Be the one fighting the dread destined The one diving deep, Into the pastness of the past Not caring what the coming held, She loved rain, but feared the thunder Beyond while she lit herself She loved fire and its spark, the bolt […]
How do I fly? on June 15, 2018Oh you the lovey-dovey bird Come, see me fly, With the wings I borrowed Squeaking and chirping, All set to take my flight How clichéd O you lovey-dovey bird Tell me! How do I fly? With the wings I borrowed Squeaking and chirping, For I can steal from you Your wings, your squeaks But your […]
Where media goes wrong in portraying women on June 9, 2018Things have never been easy for us in a country like Pakistan. When I say a country like Pakistan, I don’t intend to speak ill of it. I don’t intend to go all in favor for it and its running either. In retrospect, I wish to highlight something I have been observing for days – […]