e are almost halfway through 2022, and many popular dramas have already come to an end, making way for new narratives. More recently, a slew of new dramas with intriguing and engaging plots have topped the charts. Interestingly, they’re all on Geo Entertainment, which continues to maintain the number one slot. When it comes to TRPs, there are various factors that make all the difference: popular casts, relatable and compelling storylines, and not to forget high production value, to keep the audiences enthralled.

In fact, now more than ever, drama serials are made keeping in mind the kind of content viewers prefer and enjoy watching on their small screens. Some of the most popular genres include family dramas, mystery thrillers, and horror, along with spiritual and religious elements interestingly weaved into the plot.

If you’re looking for your next watch, check out one – or all! – of the three drama serials currently on-air and leading the numbers game. If you aren’t watching already, you may want to catch up on them…

Badzaat

The drama written by Misbah Nosheen and directed by Siraj ul Haq features Urwa Hocane, Imran Ashraf and Ali Abbas in lead roles. Produced by 7th Sky Entertainment, the story is based on complex familial ties and unsettled conflicts of the past. Imran Ashraf essays the role of Wali, who seems to be rude and arrogant, but in reality, he values honour and cares for his relations. On the other hand, Wali’s cousin, Daniyal (Ali Abbas), is jealous of Wali and leaves no opportunity to defame him. Urwa Hocane portrays the character of Anabia in Badzaat and Wali’s love interest. However, an unfortunate incident changes the course of her life, and she ends up marrying Daniyal instead of Wali. Daniyal is seen making Anabia’s life miserable, while Wali makes sure to stand up for her at every step of the way. Besides Imran, Urwa, and Ali, the serial stars veteran actors Mehmood Aslam, Sajida Syed, Nida Mumtaz and Zainab Qayyum among many others. The actors are doing a commendable job, and we can’t wait to see what fate has in store for Wali and Anabia, who are being manipulated at the hands of Daniyal.

Mere Humnasheen

Also produced by Abdullah Kadwani and Asad Qureshi of 7th Sky Entertainment, drama serial Mere Humnasheen features Ahsan Khan, Shehzad Sheikh, Hiba Bukhari and Syed Jibran in lead roles. It is written by Misbah Ali Syed, while it is helmed by Ali Faizan and shows the struggle between aspiring dreams and greed for power. Khajista (Hiba Bukhari) is a bright girl belonging to a conservative family whose passion is to become a doctor. However, Khajista’s cousin Darakhzai, played by Ahsan Khan, is an egotistical man whose regressive mindset makes him insecure about Khajista’s higher studies. But Khajista somehow convinces her family to let her study medicine and ends up in the same medical college as Hadi (Shehzad Sheikh). Khajista and Hadi’s first encounter leaves them with mixed feelings for each other. With constant pressure from Darakhzai, will Khajista be able to fulfill her dreams of becoming a doctor? Only time will tell!

Saaya 2

After the success of horror drama Saaya 1, Geo Entertainment brings Saaya 2 - another play that is leading the ratings chart. A Blue Eye Entertainment production, the sequel, written by Wajiha Saher and directed by Sami Sani, features an ensemble cast including Momina Iqbal, Mashal Khan, Sohail Sameer, Saleem Mairaj, Naveed Raza, Daniyal Afzal Khan, Maham Amir and many others. Saaya 2 also revolves around the theme of horror, mystery and suspense and follows the story of Rashid, essayed by Sohail Sameer, who lost his wife Sualeha (Maham Amir) to black magic. Rashid has two daughters, Pinky and Guriya played by Mashal and Momina, respectively, and a son. Though Sualeha passed away a long time back, Rashid is unable to recover from his wife’s tragic death. Both Pinky and Guriya are grown up and carrying on with their lives peacefully. Guriya takes after her mother and can sense paranormal activities, while Feroze (Daniyal), a spirit (jinn), falls madly in love with Pinky. However, things take an unexpected turn when Guriya’s husband-to-be is murdered on their wedding night, leaving her devasted. One thing leads to another, and Sualeha’s spirit returns to protect her daughters from evil. Stay tuned to see what the future holds for them.