1. Who directed the
popular Geo television drama Tere Bin?

a) Siraj-ul-Haque

b) Babar Javed

c) Mehreen Jabbar

d) Aehsun Talish

3. Which character does Mehwish Hayat play in the Geo television series Dayan, currently airing?

a) Nihaal

b) Misha

c) Fiza

d) Both Nihaal and Misha

e) None of the above

4. Fawad Khan played the role of which character in the television serial Numm?

a) Zaroon Junaid

b) Hassan Khan

c) Ashar Hussain

d) Wali Bakht Khan

6. Which Pakistani drama featured Mahira Khan and was directed by Sarmad Khoosat?

a) Bin Roye

b) Humsafar

c) Sadqay Tumhare

d) Neeyat

2. Who directed the hit serial Meray Paas Tum Ho, which became a nationwide sensation?

a) Saife Hassan

b) Kashif Nisar

c) Wajahat Rauf

d) Nadeem Baig

5. Which Pakistani drama, written by Zanjabeel Asim Shah, became well-known for its gripping plot and compelling performances?

a) Balaa

b) Diyar-e-Dil

c) Mere Humdum Mere Dost

d) Behadd

7. Which of these dramas was directed by Mohammed Ehteshamuddin, the director of Udaari and Superstar?

a) Yaqeen Ka Safar

b) Aangan

c) Raqs-e-Bismil

d) Parizaad

Answers

1. The correct answer is a.

Siraj-ul-Haque directed Tere Bin, a blockbuster drama starring Yumna Zaidi and Wahaj Ali, which gained immense popularity both in Pakistan and internationally. The show’s compelling storyline and strong performances have contributed to its success, making it a favourite among viewers.

2. The correct answer is d.

Nadeem Baig directed the hit drama Meray Paas Tum Ho, featuring Humayun Saeed, Ayeza Khan, and Adnan Siddiqui. This series became one of the most discussed and controversial dramas in Pakistan, largely due to its themes of love, betrayal, and revenge. The show’s dialogues, particularly the line “Do takay ki aurat,” ignited debates and conversations on social media.

3. The correct answer is d.

Mehwish Hayat plays a dual role as Nihaal and Misha in the Geo series Dayan. Her much-awaited television comeback follows a seven-year hiatus, with her previous drama being Dil Lagi. The series also features Ahsan Khan and Hira Mani in lead roles.

The drama follows Nihaal, a young woman whose life takes a turn after a tragic incident. The impact of this event deeply affects her, causing a major transformation in her personality. Fuelled by a desire for justice, she embarks on a quest to hold those responsible accountable. With Hayat’s remarkable history in television and film, her return has generated significant hype. Her performance in this series has been widely appreciated for its depth and intensity. Fans can catch this drama every Monday and Tuesday night from 8 – 9pm on Geo TV.

4. The correct answer is d.

Fawad Khan portrayed Wali Bakht Khan in the drama Numm, starring alongside Sania Saeed as Mahjabeen and Kanza Wayne as Neelum Akbar Khan. This series, which aired on Geo television in 2013, also featured Usman Peerzada in a significant role. Numm delved into the complexities of feudal customs and the rigid traditions that influence relationships. Although the show’s unique theme and Khan’s subtle performance made it captivating, it garnered mixed reviews due to its slow pacing. Fawad previously played Zaroon Junaid in Zindagi Gulzar Hai, Hassan in Dastaan, and Ashar Hussain in Humsafar.

5. The correct answer is a.

Written by Zanjabeel Asim Shah, Balaa was a psychological thriller starring Ushna Shah and Bilal Abbas Khan in lead roles, which aired from 2018 to 2019. The story revolved around Nigar, a manipulative woman with a limp, played by Ushna Shah. Fuelled by deep insecurities, she disrupted the lives of those around her. The show was widely praised for its powerful performances, absorbing storyline, and exploration of themes like jealousy, obsession, and power. Critics particularly lauded Bilal Abbas Khan’s portrayal of Taimoor, a man caught in Nigar’s web of schemes.

6. The correct answer is b.

Humsafar, directed by Sarmad Khoosat, was the project that catapulted Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan to fame, where the former portrayed the character of Khirad and the latter played the role of Ashar. Based on Farhat Ishtiaq’s novel, the drama became a cultural sensation and is still considered one of the finest television productions in Pakistan.

Bin Roye featured Mahira Khan in the lead role alongside Humayun Saeed and Armeena Rana Khan, but it was helmed by Shahzad Kashmiri and Haissam Hussain. Likewise, Sadqay Tumhare starred Mahira Khan alongside Samiya Mumtaz and Adnan Malik, who made his acting debut with this series, under the direction of Mohammed Ehteshamuddin. Mahira Khan made her television debut in 2011 with Neeyat, directed by Mehreen Jabbar, which also starred Humayun Saeed and Deepti Gupta in significant roles.

7. The correct answer is b.

Aangan was directed by Mohammed Ehteshamuddin and starred Mawra Hocane, Ahsan Khan in a dual role, as well as Sonya Hussyn, Sajal Aly, and Ahad Raza Mir. Ehteshamuddin received the Best Director award at the 19th Lux Style Awards for his outstanding direction. Wajahat Rauf directed Raqs-e-Bismil, while Shahzad Kashmiri directed Parizaad. Although Ehteshamuddin did not direct Yaqeen Ka Safar, he made a guest appearance in it alongside Sajal Aly and Ahad Raza Mir.