Exclusive: South Asian streaming platform ZEE5 Global is backing ‘Desi noir’ anthology series Qatil Haseenaon Ke Naam.
The drama will be streamed on the app’s Zindagi vertical, which has been a digital bridge uniting Indian and Pakistani cinema creatives.
Emphasizing the theme of female empowerment, the show focuses on the fearlessness of women and their determination to avenge deceit, whilst being set in ‘Androon Sheher’ (meaning ‘Downtown’) – a mythical neighbourhood. Themes of love, ambition, revenge and revolution will also be explored. Meenu Gaur is director.
The series is headlined by prominent Pakistani actors including Sanam Saeed (Zindagi Gulzar Hai), Sarwat Gilani (Jawani Phir Nahi Ani), Mehar Bano (Daagh), Faiza Gillani (Deewangi), Beo Raana Zafar (Cake), Samiya Mumtaz (Dhoop Ki Deewar) and Eman Suleman (Zindagi Tamasha). Pakistani heartthrobs Osman Khalid Butt (Diyar-e-Dil), Ahsan Khan (Chupan Chupai) and Sheheryar Munawar (Parey Hut Love) will also star.
Co-written by Farjad Nabi, the...
The drama will be streamed on the app’s Zindagi vertical, which has been a digital bridge uniting Indian and Pakistani cinema creatives.
Emphasizing the theme of female empowerment, the show focuses on the fearlessness of women and their determination to avenge deceit, whilst being set in ‘Androon Sheher’ (meaning ‘Downtown’) – a mythical neighbourhood. Themes of love, ambition, revenge and revolution will also be explored. Meenu Gaur is director.
The series is headlined by prominent Pakistani actors including Sanam Saeed (Zindagi Gulzar Hai), Sarwat Gilani (Jawani Phir Nahi Ani), Mehar Bano (Daagh), Faiza Gillani (Deewangi), Beo Raana Zafar (Cake), Samiya Mumtaz (Dhoop Ki Deewar) and Eman Suleman (Zindagi Tamasha). Pakistani heartthrobs Osman Khalid Butt (Diyar-e-Dil), Ahsan Khan (Chupan Chupai) and Sheheryar Munawar (Parey Hut Love) will also star.
Co-written by Farjad Nabi, the...
- 11/10/2021
- by Anuj Radia
- Deadline Film + TV
Mumbai, Nov 11 (Ians) Pakistani actor Bilal Abbas Khan feels Indian filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj has an amazing understanding of cinema, and hopes to work with the filmmaker.
"I love watching movies and web series, be it Hollywood or Bollywood. I have seen a lot of Indian movies including the South Indian ones. They are the reason that I am an actor today," he said.
"I wish to be directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. I have seen all his films like Omkara, Kaminey, Haider and Maqbool. His understanding of cinema is amazing and I aspire to be part of films that comprise performance-driven characters and a powerful storyline. He is my all-time favourite," he continued.
At the moment, he is seen in acclaimed Pakistani filmmaker Mehreen Jabbar's "Ek Jhoothi Love Story", which also stars Madiha Imam. The show is scripted by Umera Ahmed, celebrated writer of the show "Zindagi Gulzar Hai". The...
"I love watching movies and web series, be it Hollywood or Bollywood. I have seen a lot of Indian movies including the South Indian ones. They are the reason that I am an actor today," he said.
"I wish to be directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. I have seen all his films like Omkara, Kaminey, Haider and Maqbool. His understanding of cinema is amazing and I aspire to be part of films that comprise performance-driven characters and a powerful storyline. He is my all-time favourite," he continued.
At the moment, he is seen in acclaimed Pakistani filmmaker Mehreen Jabbar's "Ek Jhoothi Love Story", which also stars Madiha Imam. The show is scripted by Umera Ahmed, celebrated writer of the show "Zindagi Gulzar Hai". The...
- 11/11/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Oct 29 (Ians) Pakistani actress Madiha Imam has grown up watching Bollywood films and is enamoured with the charm of Indian superstar Shah Rukh Khan.
Madiha entered films with the Bollywood film "Dear Maya" in 2017.
"I have grown up watching a lot of Bollywood films. Earlier in Pakistan, there were more TV shows than films and most people of my age would watch Bollywood films. It influenced us in the same manner as it must have done in India because the stories are so relatable," Madiha said.
Talking about her favourite Bollywood star, Madiha shared: "One actor I really like is Shah Rukh Khan. I have always admired him and his work. I think there is a lot of charm and charisma in his personality."
Madiha wants to explore the world of Bollywood further.
"There are so many good actors in India and as a performing artiste, I keep learning from their work,...
Madiha entered films with the Bollywood film "Dear Maya" in 2017.
"I have grown up watching a lot of Bollywood films. Earlier in Pakistan, there were more TV shows than films and most people of my age would watch Bollywood films. It influenced us in the same manner as it must have done in India because the stories are so relatable," Madiha said.
Talking about her favourite Bollywood star, Madiha shared: "One actor I really like is Shah Rukh Khan. I have always admired him and his work. I think there is a lot of charm and charisma in his personality."
Madiha wants to explore the world of Bollywood further.
"There are so many good actors in India and as a performing artiste, I keep learning from their work,...
- 10/29/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Acclaimed Pakistani filmmaker Mehreen Jabbar is ready to release her new series on an Indian Ott, and she describes the effort as the search for a perfect relationship in an imperfect world.
Titled "Ek Jhoothi Love Story", Jabbar's show features Bilal Abbas and Madiha Imam, and is scripted by Umera Ahmed, celebrated writer of the show "Zindagi Gulzar Hai".
" 'Ek Jhoothi Love Story' is a narration of an imperfect family chasing perfections in this imperfect world. We hope the series takes viewers on a delightful journey, making them reflect and introspect along the way. It's a story that explores a bittersweet relationship that exists between family members, which will be highly relatable to viewers," said Jabbar, who courted global fame with her debut directorial feature film "Ramchand Pakistani", which was premiered in the competition section of Tribeca Film Festival in 2008, and which went on to win the Fipresci Prize from...
Titled "Ek Jhoothi Love Story", Jabbar's show features Bilal Abbas and Madiha Imam, and is scripted by Umera Ahmed, celebrated writer of the show "Zindagi Gulzar Hai".
" 'Ek Jhoothi Love Story' is a narration of an imperfect family chasing perfections in this imperfect world. We hope the series takes viewers on a delightful journey, making them reflect and introspect along the way. It's a story that explores a bittersweet relationship that exists between family members, which will be highly relatable to viewers," said Jabbar, who courted global fame with her debut directorial feature film "Ramchand Pakistani", which was premiered in the competition section of Tribeca Film Festival in 2008, and which went on to win the Fipresci Prize from...
- 9/29/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
India was introduced to Pakistani heartthrob Fawad Khan through his TV show Zindagi Gulzar Hai. But, it was his Bollywood debut Khoobsurat with Sonam Kapoor that made him a fan favourite as well. Since then, the actor went on to star in Karan Johar’s production Kapoor and Sons. Although due to the political climate, FawadRead More
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- 11/30/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
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