Top 5 Pakistani Dramas Beginners Need On Their Binge List

The cultural connection between India and Pakistan transcends borders, nurturing a mutual admiration for art and top-notch content. While India boasts its lavish cinema, Pakistani dramas have garnered significant popularity, captivating audiences with their diverse storytelling and resonant themes. Infused with the elegance of beautiful Urdu language, these dramas offer a poetic exploration of love, marriage, and society, often rivalling the popularity of even the well-known K-dramas. If you're curious about Pakistani dramas, explore the list below for some noteworthy recommendations.

‘Humsafar’

Adapted from its namesake novel, ‘Humsafar’ tells a poignant tale of post-marriage love. Khirad Ashar (Mahira Khan), a middle-class girl, finds herself in a loveless marriage with her wealthy cousin Ashar Hussain (Fawad Khan) due to dire circumstances. However, their relationship blossoms into love over time. Yet, their happiness is threatened by Ashar's mother, who creates turmoil in their paradise. With Fawad and Mahira's captivating chemistry, this Pakistani drama, boasting an IMDb (bollywood movies highest IMDb rated) rating of 8.9, is a visual delight that you won't want to miss.

'Zindagi Gulzar Hai'

Surely you're familiar with the iconic Pakistani drama 'Zindagi Gulzar Hai.' Regarded as a narrative ahead of its time, it sheds light on the issue of gender bias. The story revolves around Kashaf Murtaza (Sanam Saeed), the eldest of three daughters raised by a single mother. Bitter about life due to her father's injustices, Kashaf's world transforms when she falls in love with the affluent Zaroon Junaid (Fawad Khan), challenging societal norms and expectations along the way. With an impressive IMDb rating of 8.9, this Pakistani drama has garnered well-deserved acclaim for its compelling storytelling and remarkable performances.

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‘Mujhe Pyar Hua Tha’

Featuring exceptionally good-looking actors with impressive acting skills, this Pakistani drama follows the story of Saad (Wahaj Ali), who is deeply in love with his cousin Maheer (Hania Aamir) but struggles to express his feelings. Meanwhile, Areeb (Zaviyaar Naumaan) falls for Maheer after seeing her at an event. Without spoiling Maheer's choice, the drama keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. With an IMDb rating of 6.6, this drama promises an engaging watch.

'Parizaad'

In the Pakistani drama ‘Parizaad,’ we follow the journey of a dark-skinned college student from Rawalpindi, Parizaad (Ahmed Ali Akbar), who grapples with low confidence stemming from numerous rejections. Despite this, his diligence and respectful demeanour leave a lasting impression on everyone he encounters. Parizaad finds himself torn between pursuing his passion for poetry and opting for a stable job to support himself and his family, navigating friendships and enmities along the way. With an impressive IMDb rating of 9.2, this show has garnered significant praise for its compelling storytelling, nuanced characters, and the talented performances of its cast.

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‘Shehr-e-Zaat’

‘Shehr-e-Zaat’ begins with a whimsical premise as Falak Sher (Mahira Khan), a privileged and affluent young woman, sculpts the ideal man of her dreams and remarkably finds a living embodiment of her creation in Salman Ansar (Mikaal Zulfikar). Despite marrying him, she is met with betrayal. In her anguish, Falak seeks solace in spirituality, discovering that true contentment lies in a connection with a higher power. This Pakistani drama, with an IMDb rating of 8.2, delves into themes of love, betrayal, and spiritual awakening.

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