If you watched Baylagaam and liked it for a story that clicked with today’s youth, Hashtag might land on your watchlist!
This new wave of Pakistani dramas is all about coming-of-age stories, hidden messages, and ideas that hit home on a grander scale. And 7th Sky Entertainment knows exactly what clicks with Gen Z! Baylagaam took on the dark side of social media, making everyone think twice about their online lives. Now, Hashtag is here to explore another side of social media obsession—this time with a mix of mystery and crime. Safe to say, they know how to keep Gen Z hooked!
If you’re always on the go and can’t commit to 30-40 episode dramas (who has the time, right?), Hashtag has you covered! It follows the short-series format with 4 limited episodes, much like Jurm and Contractors, offering gripping, narrative-driven content in a compact package. Curious about the cast, storyline, and release date? Scroll down and keep reading!
Hashtag: The Dark Side Of The Influencer Dream!
Social media has changed the way we see success—followers, likes, and getting viral now hold more value than real-life achievements. And for Gen Z, the influencer lifestyle isn’t just entertainment—it’s a dream. Hashtag brings this obsession to the screen with a gripping storyline featuring Usama Khan, Sabeena Farooq, Maha Hasan, Raaed Muhammad, and Ali Ansari. The drama follows influencers who have built their lives around fame and validation, but when their seemingly perfect world takes a dark turn, it forces them—and the audience—to question the real cost of online stardom.
For many young girls, becoming an influencer feels like the easiest way to escape an ordinary life. They see content creators living in luxury, getting PR packages, attending exclusive events, and making money just by posting online. It looks effortless, but what they don’t see is the pressure, the hate, and the constant fear of being “canceled.” Hashtag might explore how this obsession with internet fame pushes people to cross boundaries, blur reality, and chase validation from strangers—until it all spirals out of control. Because when your entire worth depends on an algorithm, what happens when the algorithm turns against you? Or worse—when the fame that once felt like a dream turns into a nightmare that you can’t escape?
With the sudden deaths of two influencers, Hashtag aims to expose the terrifying side of social media—where fame isn’t just about likes and followers but also about risks and real-life consequences. Because let’s be real—the more followers you have, the more eyes are on you. And not all of them are fans. Hashtag might shed light on the hidden dangers of influencer culture, from online stalking and cyberbullying to real-world threats that come with being in the public eye. Written by Shah Yasir and directed by Mehreen Jabbar, the duo behind Contractors, this drama isn’t just another take on social media—it’s a wake-up call.
This short series will air exclusively on Geo from 1st day of Eid till 4th day of Eid, right between the Eid holidays—so mark your calendars because this one might be exactly what you need to watch right now!
Watch The Teaser Below!
Hashtag is written by Shah Yasir and directed by Mehreen Jabbar. It is presented by 7th Sky Entertainment and stars Sabeena Farooq, Usama Khan, Maha Hasa, Raeed Mohammad, Ali Ansari, Raza Zaidi, Ali Rizvi, Akbar Islam, and Birjees Farooqui.
