10 Pakistani Dramas that should be on top of your mind
Pakistani dramas are continuing to win hearts across the globe. Many new dramas and actors made their debut this year, and the fans cannot stop loving them. While this may be true, there is a significant paradigm shift in the Pakistani industry, with dramas finally getting rid of conventional love stories. Modern-day writers and producers show a lot of interest in bringing out different story elements highlighting social issues. The recently aired dramas have made a special place in the audience's hearts. It is to underline unconventional matters in society that we fail to acknowledge. Every year, the list of best Pakistani dramas adds more names as loved and encouraged by the local and global audiences.
Moreover, the addition of new acting
faces (male and female) is also lighting a spark of interest locally. Is the
scope of the Pakistani drama industry finally changing for the better? We would love to
know your thoughts about it in the feedback section. But first, let's talk
about the top 10 Pakistani dramas to get you started.
We know that if you have come
here, you will be looking for the top 10 Pakistani dramas of 2021, 2020, &
2019. Let's give you an overview of which drama performed best in Pakistan
during these years. You can also check out our list of Best Pakistani Dramas
2021 here.
The best way to spend leisure
time, specifically for the women in Pakistan, is to watch dramas while having a
steaming hot cup of tea or coffee while munching on snacks. Well… we should be
proud that Pakistani dramas are being watched widely across the
globe. So if we have a look at the reel of the theaters for 2020, 2021, 2022,
and 2023, a number of these have been marked as blockbuster serials, and here we
have compiled a list of the top 10 unforgettable dramas of the year:
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1. A Love Story You Can Never Forget – Raqeeb Se!
An entirely different love story
from the past that changes the life of a well-settled family. Raqeeb Se is
like a classical love story that has introduced some legendary actors in solid
roles that are unforgettable. The main cast of this drama includes Nauman Ijaz,
Hadiqa Kiani, Sania Saeed, Iqra Aziz, and Faryal Mehmood. There is a lot
more to reveal in this love story so keep watching. The drama goes on air every
Wednesday at 08:00 pm on HUM TV.
2. Harassment Case That Made Everyone Suffer – Dunk!
Dunk is another excellent drama going on-air while garnering much praise on ARY Digital. The main cast
of the drama serial Dunk includes Nauman Ijaz, Sana Javed, and Bilal
Abbas. The storyline of Dunk also covers harassment cases; however, a new aspect
has been brought to consideration. Every new episode opens up a new chapter of
the story, so don't miss it. You can watch it on Wednesday at 08:00 pm only on
ARY Digital.
3. Spiritual Romantic Story – Khuda Aur Mohabbat!
Khuda Aur Muhabbat has finally
gone on-air on Geo TV. The first episode made its way to screen on the 12th of
February. It has a coveted cast of Iqra Aziz, Junaid Khan, and Feroze Khan. The
drama is written by the same novel writer Hashim Nadeem, directed by Syed
Wajahat Hussain, and produced by Abdullah Kidwai and Asad Qureshi. It is the
third season of one of the most popular dramas, Khuda Aur Muhabbat. The story is
the same but created differently for a whole new experience for viewers. Watch
it every Friday at 08:00 pm on Geo TV.
4. A Tale of Sacrifices In Chasing True Love – Raqs-e-Bismil!
Raqs e Bismil Drama is a
tale of sacrifices in chasing true love. As soon as this drama serial went on air, viewers got crazy, specifically after seeing Imran Ashraf in a whole new
look. Brilliant actors like Sarah Khan, Zara Sheikh, Mehmood Aslam, Anoushey
Abbasi, Momin Saqib, and Furqan have gathered to make it the year's hit.
Raqs e Bismil is directed by Wajahat Rauf. Raqs-e-Bismal goes on air on
HUM TV every Friday at 08:00 pm.
5. In Search of the Evil – Phaans!
One of the best new dramas is Phaans, which
is going on air on HUM TV. The drama is based on the dark side of relationships
and the subsequent mental and physical abuse. Although we have watched so many
dramas based on rape and sexual abuse, this drama highlights
how the lower class faces pressure in such a situation. The main cast of this
drama includes Zara Noor Abbas, Sami Khan, Ali Tahir, Shahzad Sheikh, and
Yashma Gill. You can watch the drama serial Phaans every Saturday at 08:00 pm on HUM TV.
6. The Love at First Sight – Pehli Si Muhabbat!
Pehli Si Muhabbat is a
love story that will keep you involved with every scene till the end. The main
cast of the drama serial Pehli Si Muhabbat includes Maya Ali, Sheheryar
Munawar, and Hassan Sheheryar Yasin (HSY). The story revolves around how the
lovebirds face the most challenging circumstances in having each other for life. It
is a vigorous game of expressions and how the impossible is made possible while
bravely fighting. Don't miss it and watch Pehli Si Muhabbat every
Saturday at 08:00 pm on ARY Digital.
7. A Journey of Ups and Downs – Safar Tamam Hua!
Safar Tamam Hua is a new drama
serial going on air on HUM TV. This drama has portrayed
family relations differently from the first episode, instantly grabbing our attention. Rija is the
first character who caught the viewers' attention, the one with some visible
cognitive disabilities, very innocent and childlike in her behavior. Rija is
raised by Khala (Samina Ahmed), a woman with two sons of her own, Jamal (Syed
Jibran) and Sami (Ali Rehman Khan). Rija's father has left the family and
remarried. She also raises Anoushey (Madiha Imam), her other brother's
daughter, a man who lives with them but is a musician who was heavily involved
with "tawaif culture." She continues to remain there emotionally and mentally.
Don't forget to watch Safar Tamam Hua on HUM TV every Monday and Tuesday at 08:00 pm.
Also Read Best Pakistani Female Characters in 2023
8. A Must-Watch Romantic Comedy – Shehnai!
Among so many severe and
emotional dramas, here we have got on the list a romantic comedy-drama serial –
Shehnai that is a treat for the viewers. The drama goes on Air on ARY Digital
every Thursday at 08:00 pm.
Affan Waheed and Ramsha Khan have
worked together in multiple drama serials; however, this one will be
unforgettable. Shehnai Drama has Affan Waheed as Bakht while Ramsha Khan
is playing the role of Merab.
9. A Love Story That Transcends Above All – Fitoor!
Fitoor narrates a love story that
transcends above all as a person in love is bound to forget about the worries
of the past and the uncertainty of the future. Despite being a successful
architect, Haider lacks in his love life as he is still living with the
memories of his love interest. On the other hand, Dilnasheen, who hails from a
middle-class background, is deeply in love with her best friend's brother Hamza.
Both are committed to being with each other forever without realizing the
difficulties they might have to overcome. Living in her present, Dilnasheen's
life takes an unfortunate turn when she crosses paths with Haider. The
main cast of this drama includes Faisal Qureshi, Wahaj, Kiran Haq, and Hiba
Bukhari. Don't forget to watch it every Tuesday at 08:00 pm only on Geo
Entertainment.
10. When Your Decisions are Dominated by Others – Qayamat!
Qayamat is a story of a young and
beautiful girl whose life decisions are dominated by those around her.
Eventually, all hell breaks loose when the people closest to her repeatedly
make the same mistake making her future bleak. Ifrah, along with her parents and
elder sister Samra, belongs to the lower middle class and believes in hard work
and honesty. Ifrah and Samra's parents are authoritarian when Ifrah's
uncle Mukhtar asks for Samra's hand in marriage for his son Rashid. The
families agree to the proposal without taking Samra's approval; however, soon
after marriage, Samra suffers mistreatment from Rashid until she meets a tragic
incident leaving Ifrah to face the dire consequences. The main cast includes
Ahsan Khan, Neelum Munir, Amar Khan, and Haroon Shahid. Don't forget to watch
the drama serial Qayamat every Wednesday at 08:00 pm.
Some of the Best Dramas from 2019 & 2020
1. A Story of Love & Betrayal – Mere Pass Tum Ho!
The drama serial Mere Pass Tum Ho
has been the talk of the town since the time it went on air. The main cast of
the drama serial includes Ayeza Khan, Humayun Saeed, and Adnan Siddiqui. It has
broken all the previous records with the viewership, which is growing day
by day. The story was written by Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, while Nadeem Baig directed the drama serial. As far as the play's theme is concerned, it
is a rich composition of emotions defining the relationship between husband and
wife, specifically concerning this era. You can watch it every Saturday on ARY
Digital at 08:00 pm, and if you have missed the previous episodes, it is
suggested to watch it on YouTube. We believe that this drama will be among the
top 10 Pakistani dramas of 2019 and 2020.
2. Spiritual Love Comes to Climax in 'Alif'!
This is our number 2 in the top
10 Pakistani drama list. This drama is based on the novel written by the all-time
best writer Umera Ahmad. It was the most anxiously awaited serials of this year
as Umera Ahmad has never disappointed anyone with the story she stirs up with
emotions. Another unique thing about this drama was that Hamza Ali Abbasi would show up after a good long nap, and fans believed that if Hamza
was there, it would surely be something special. The main cast of the drama
includes Hamza Ali Abbasi, Sajal Ali, Kubra Khan, and Ahsan Khan. The Drama
serial Alif was directed by Haseeb Hasan. The story of this drama revolves
around the spiritual element, and that's the primary attraction for the viewers. You can watch it every Saturday at Geo Entertainment at 08:00 pm.
3. Society Through Different Perspectives – Ranjha Ranjha Kardi!
Ranjha Ranjha Kardi was such an
enchanting serial of the year for the viewers. The story of this drama proved
that Pakistani dramas can take you out of the world with marvelous direction
by Kashif Nisar and a deep philosophical plot by Faiza Iftikhar. The main cast
of this drama included Iqra Aziz, Imran Ashraf, and Syed Jibran. Imran Ashraf
played the character named Bhola, the fame of which touched the immortal
grounds. If you want to see how the new talent of the drama industry is
striving to mark excellence in terms of acting, undoubtedly, Ranjha Ranjha Kardi
is the best example. This blockbuster drama is on-aired on Hum TV, and now you can
watch it on YouTube in case you have missed it.
4. When Misunderstandings Cause Harm to Relationships – Do Bol!
Do Bol is one of the most-watched
dramas of 2019 with a fantastic story that was somewhat different from the traditionally
produced serials. Though Hira Mani wasn't being considered among the notable
actors of the industry before this drama, if we say that this project also
proved to be a talent-revealing thing for Hira, it wouldn't be wrong. She
confirmed that her selection for the character in Do Bol was accurate. On the
other hand, Affan Waheed acted amazingly, and thus the chemistry
between Gaiti and Badar turned out to be an everlasting enchantment for the
viewers. The drama was on-aired on ARY Digital, and if you have missed it, now
you can watch it on YouTube.
5. Ehd-e-Wafa – Believed to be among the top 10 Pakistani Dramas chart of 2020
Another addition to the hit
dramas of the year 2019 is Ehd-e-Wafa which is not a romantic tale but covers
the remarkable journey of four friends. The drama is ISPR sponsored production, and its theme is about how the four fellows strive to make their lives. The drama's main characters include Ahad Raza Mir, Osman Khalid Butt, Wahaj
Ali, and Ahmed Ali Akbar. Ehd-e-Wafa has been written by Mustafa Afridi and
directed by Saife Hassan. This serial is being on-aired on Hum TV every Sunday
at 08:00 pm. You can also watch it on PTV Home and YouTube.
6. Something Different about Disputed Marital Relations – Khaas!
Khaas is a drama serial that gradually gained popularity with every new episode. Initially, it seemed like a typical story, just like other relationship makeup and break-up serials. Still, eventually, it turned out as something so interesting in terms of the twist
and turns the writer Sarwat Nazir added up to the plot. Sanam Baloch outshone a different character this time, while Ali Rehman and Haroon Shahid did
an exceptional job. The drama theme covered up all those issues related to
disputed marital relations, which are usually not being addressed. Danish Nawaz
as the director of the play superbly puts life into all the characters of this
story. It was aired on Hum TV and is now available on YouTube. After releasing the first 3 episodes, Khass topped the top 10 Pakistani Dramas
charts of 2019.
7. Ishq Zah-e-Naseeb – Another Top 10 Pakistani Drama for 2020
All over the year, every time
something is being showcased on television, the story of which revolves around
something out-of-the-box or lesser addressed issues. Hashim Nadeem is
known as one the exceptional writers, and Ishq Zah-e-Naseeb is a fine piece
to prove this. The story's plot has an element of suspense and
uniqueness as a person with dissociative identity disorder, and his married life is
shown in the serial. Zahid Ahmed plays the leading role in Ishq
Zah-e-Naseeb while supporting actors include Yumna Zaidi, Sonia Hussain,
Zarnish Khan, and Sami Khan. The drama is being on-aired every Friday on Hum TV
at 08:00 pm. Don't miss it!
8. The Story of Loveless Marriages – Yaariyan!
The Drama serial Yaariyan is another
blockbuster production of the year on-aired on Geo TV. It broke all the records
and captured a good viewership. Ayeza Khan played a negative role in this
serial, and to watch it, even the viewers of other channels tuned into Geo. The
principal cast of this fantastic drama included Junaid Khan, Ayeza Khan, Muneeb
Butt, Hina Bayat, Mehmood Aslam, Moomal Sheikh, and Shagufta Bhatti. It is
constantly gaining viewers on YouTube every day. The drama was
written by Samina Ijaz while Syed Wajahat Hussain directed it excellently.
9. When a Girl Stands Alone to Fight against Rape – Ruswai!
Ruswai has hooked many viewers since the time it was showcased. It is one of the best ARY
dramas in recent years. The story of this drama series revolves around
sensitive yet important sexual abuse issues and specifically the stereotypical
treatment of society towards the victim. Sana Javaid plays the leading
role. Mikaal Zulfiqar acts as her husband, who is also very possessive
about society's reaction and treatment of the victim, who is no one other
than his wife in the drama. Moreover, a twist has been added to the story
with the old "Watta Satta" marriage tradition. The acting is being on-aired
every Tuesday on ARY Digital at 08:00 pm.
10. A Bundle of Happiness – Suno Chanda 2!
The blockbuster family comedy
serial Suno Chanda gathered a considerable number of fans last year. This year, in continuity, it has broken the record again while bagging 2 awards for
being the most liked comic serial. It has been considered one of the best
entertainment packages of the year, and it was the never-ending fever sort of a
feeling for the viewers, hitting the idea of the sequel of the play after
success last year. The main cast of this crispy entertaining serial included
Farhan Saeed, Iqra Aziz, Nadia Afghan, Farhan Agha, and others. In contrast, the new
yet wonderful inclusion of Arjumand Rahim, Raza Talish, and Sabeena Farooq added
up to the sweet and spicy twists of the comedy serial.
11. Pyar Kay Sadqay – Something Beyond Love!
Pyar Kay Sadqay is a story of two
innocent lovebirds that are not familiar with each other initially, but as
per the teaser, they seem to get closer by the time. The drama is a sweet
romantic production, and the main cast includes Yumna Zaidi and Bilal
Abbas Khan.
The different thing about this
story that makes it one of the top 10 Pakistani dramas is actually the role
of Bilal Abbas Khan, who has usually played severe roles in
blockbuster dramas like 'Cheekh' and Balaa.'
The rest of the cast of this
drama includes Atiqa Odho, Omair Rana, Yashma Gill, and others. You can watch
the drama on Hum TV every Thursday at 08:00 pm.
12. Ishqiya – The Love Triangle!
The story of this drama is a love
story triangle. The main cast of this drama includes Ramsha Khan, Feroze Khan,
and Hania Amir. The story is full of twists and turns to make it something
interesting to watch for the viewers. The drama is on-aired every Monday at 08:00 pm on ARY Digital so mark it on your watch list.
13. Falling in the Ditch for Chasing Money – Jhooti!
Another great drama is Jhooti
staring Iqra Aziz, Ahmed Butt, and Yasir Hussain in the lead roles. The story is
basically about a girl who is so clever and is crazy about being married to a
rich person for the sake of money.
14. Parizaad
Parizaad is the most-watched and
most-loved drama of this year. The acting is still airing on HUM TV. The story
involves Ahmed Ali Akbar in the lead, role-playing the character of a poor,
consistently rejected, and common man of the society. While this may be true,
Parizaad has exceptional abilities of loyalty, truthfulness, and passion for being
educated. The story unfolds as Parizaad comes across many tragic
situations that leave him alone in the end. However, he remains the man and finds the respect and wealth he never thought of.
15. Hum Kahan Kay Sachay Thay
Another important drama on HUM TV is Hum Kahan Kay Sachay Thay. This drama marks the comeback
of Mahira Khan in theaters. The story revolves around a girl named Mehreen who
has a tragic life after the death of her father and the second marriage of her
mother. As the plot unfolds, the story shows how badly Mehreen is misunderstood
and hated by the people she loves. Hum Kahan Kay Sachay Thay highlights how
mental health issues are genuine and how a person's silence is not their
guilt or fault.
Questions People Mostly Ask About Dramas
1. Which Is The Best Drama In Pakistan?
Ans. Although all drama serials
are among the best dramas, the one that stood out from the rest this
year was Mere Paas Tum Ho. This drama created so much hype that its last episode
went on-air in cinemas.
2. Which is the best drama in Pakistan 2020?
Ans. As per the list of dramas for 2020, the best drama in Pakistan is Mere Paas Tum Ho. It gained much
popularity and a fantastic response from viewers all over the country.
3. Which Pakistani drama should I watch?
Ans. Among all the best dramas
of 2020, the best and the must-watch dramas include Mere Paas Tum Ho,
Ehd-e-Wafa, and Ranjha Ranjha Kardi.
4. Which Pakistani drama has the highest TRP?
Ans. Drama serial Mere Paas Tum Ho is on the top of the chart for having the highest TRP in 2020. This makes it the most-watched drama of the year.