If there is a Pakistani drama giving us a relatable joint family setup, it is Ghair. The story is cluttered with multiple characters wielding multiple plots and conspiracies, but interestingly enough, after the first few episodes, viewers seem to get the characters, their relationships, what guides their actions and also, everything in between.
All the characters revealed
We know that Farjad is the grey hero who suffers from anger management issues but is good at heart. Wafa, the lost soul who does not suffer from anger management issues (surprise, surprise, there can only be one in a marriage), and will probably end up in hot water thanks to Shifa and her rapidly blooming love life. We also know Tehreem is the toxic trope who will continue to cause conflict with a poison that stings the air she walks, and Shifa and Saalis, innocent souls, will be burnt before they cool down to a relationship that eventually picks up.
What is behind Farjad’s untrusting approach towards life? Why is he so hard on his sister. Is it because of Hawwa’s past? He seems to be very accommodating with Wafa, so one wonders where the negativity is coming from.
The winning couple
But what wins the day is the dada and dadi’s relationship and their nontoxic presence in the family. They both suffer the consequences and pain of a divided family and their protection and concern for Wafa is a super positive message going out to all joint family households; that all is not wrong in this often negated family setup.
Wafa, the earnest soul
Wafa’s advice to Shifa is well put, to keep away from Saalis. But she is also the practical, level-headed cousin who will never take a risk, unlike Shifa, hence their characters gel well. However, Shifa’s unwarranted toxicity towards her, for example, when telling her off on her clothes, seemed out of character, especially when she goes all nice on her later.
Saalis’ intentions towards Shifa
Saalis turning around to return the deal to Farjad was a surprise, and also showed us that he is, in fact genuine with Shifa. (We were beginning to believe Wafa for a while that he is, after all, using her.) We also liked the business ambition and hostility that Farjad harbours for Saalis; he is untrusting and values his self-respect and ego over his win, because, well, it was handed over to him on a plate. Had Saalis been toxic about it, we would have felt Farjad had reason to feel insulted, but he did it quite graciously, hence, we would advise Farjad to keep cool and accept the defeat (and win) graciously too.
The story heading for a predictable twist?
Despite the fact that Farjad and Wafa seem to be getting on and gradually warming up to each other, the promo shows a different story. Will the drama take a predictable twist yet again and make Farjad suspect Wafa with Saalis? Oh, please don’t make that happen. A painful, many times seen before story is really hard to bear in a script that’s just warming up as a promising watch.
Usman seems to have no backbone or ability to own up to his daughter’s responsibility – what a disappointment. His attitude towards Wafa, albeit harsh before her, can be show in private, as a self-conversation, how he might maybe, regret his behavior towards his daughter, but fears his wife’s reaction. But maybe, we’re expecting too much from him and he is, after all equally toxic?
Tell us if you’re watching Ghair and what’s the plot that you’re most invested in?
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The drama is written by Zanjabeel Asim Shah and directed by Yasir Nawaz. The cast includes Adeel Hussain, Ushna Shah, Usama Khan, Arjumand Rahim, Saba Hamid, Babar Ali, and other notable actors.
