Jafaa is a 2024 Pakistani romantic drama television series, written by Samira Fazal and directed by Danish Nawaz. Produced by Momina Duraid under the banner MD Productions, the series aired on 24 May 2024. It stars Mawra Hocane, Sehar Khan, Usman Mukhtar and Mohib Mirza.[1] The series revolves around two cousins who face a range of emotions and mental struggle after their marriages.[2]
| Jafaa | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Romantic |
| Written by | Samira Fazal |
| Directed by | Danish Nawaz |
| Starring | |
| Country of origin | Pakistan |
| Original language | Urdu |
| Production | |
| Producer | Momina Duraid |
| Production locations | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Camera setup | Multi-camera setup |
| Running time | 38–45 minutes |
| Production company | MD Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | HUM TV |
| Release | 24 May 2024 – present |
Plot
editThe story centers around Andaleeb, a medical student, and Dr. Zara, a gynecologist. Andaleeb shares a deep bond with her father and is secretly in a a relationship with her classmate Moiz. Meanwhile, Dr. Zara navigates her new marriage.
As Andaleeb and Moiz's relationship blossoms, they face obstacles due to classism,, leading to their heart-wrenching separation when her parents arrange a suitable match for her, according to them. At first, the newly married Zara unable to understand her husband Hassan's behaviour but later gets awares about his gaslighting. Amidst this, she harbors secrets that threaten to upend the lives of those around him.
Cast
edit- Mawra Hocane as Dr. Zara Hassan: a gynecologist and Salim and Tayyaba's daughter; Andaleeb's cousin; Hassan's wife[3][4]
- Sehar Khan as Andaleeb "Deebu" Numair: Jamal and Salma's daughter; Zara's cousin; Numair's wife
- Usman Mukhtar as Dr. Numair Ansari
- Mohib Mirza as Hassan Aehsan[5][6]
- Farah Sadia as Tayyaba Salim: Salim's wife; Zara's mother; Salma's sister
- Nauman Masood as Jamal: Salma's husband; Andaleeb father
- Nadia Afgan as Salma Jamaal: Jamal's wife; Andaleeb's mother; Tayyaba's sister
- Anam Gohar as Nimra Farhan: Numair's sister[3]
- Zarrar Khan as Moiz: Andaleeb's former lover
- Azra Mansoor as Daadi: Hassan's grandmother[7]
Production
editPrincipal photography commenced in Islamabad in November 2023[8]. Hocane returned to the set in April 2024, after completing another project.[9] She described her character as a gynecologist who navigates high-pressure situations in her marital life.[3] Meanwhile, Mukhtar confirmed his involvement in the project, portraying an oncologist.[10]
Reviews
editA critic from the DAWN Images positively reviewed the series.[11]
References
edit- ^ Mahwash Ajaz (12 July 2024). "Drama Review: Jafaa". Youlin Magazine. Retrieved 21 July 2024.
- ^ "Jafaa PROMO: Andaleeb and Numair befriend each other; Zara and Hassan's marriage to face huge turmoil". Pinkvilla. 2 August 2024. Retrieved 5 October 2024.
- ^ a b c Mahwash Ajaz (10 July 2024). "Pakistani TV actress Mawra Hocane on playing a doctor in 'Jafaa'". The Khaleej Times. Archived from the original on 14 July 2024. Retrieved 13 September 2024.
- ^ "'Jafaa': Mawra Hocane's performance as victim of domestic abuse 'truly heartbreaking'". Jang com.pk. 13 October 2024. Retrieved 19 October 2024.
- ^ "Mohib Mirza hopes his character in Jafaa encourages men to address their traumas, get therapy". Dawn Images. 3 September 2024. Retrieved 13 September 2024.
- ^ "'جفا' میں غصیلے حسن کا کردار ادا کرنے والے محب مرزا: 'ہم طلاق کو پروموٹ نہیں کر رہے'". BBC Urdu. 3 September 2024.
- ^ "Veteran actor Azra Mansoor applauds Mawra Hocane for prioritising prayers during shoots". The Express Tribune. 17 July 2024. Retrieved 13 September 2024.
- ^ "Mawra Hocane and Usman Mukhtar to star in Danish Nawaz's directional". November 2023.
- ^ "Mawra Hocane reveals a beautiful reason behind not 'praying for anything'". Jang. 1 April 2024. Retrieved 13 September 2024.
- ^ Sajeer Shaikh (17 April 2024). "I could've never imagined playing Umro Ayyar in a million years: Usman Mukhtar". The Express Tribune.
- ^ "When dramas grew up: The evolution of Pakistani TV beyond fairytales". 22 August 2024.