While we’re all glued to our screens watching the Ramadan play Tum Larkay Bhi Na, we invited its Gen Z cast — Aina Asif, Ali Dayyan, Ayesha Shah, and Sami Khan — for a fun, chaotic, and surprisingly deep conversation at FUCHSIA. Between games, inside jokes, and a lot of laughter, the cast opened up about expectations, heartbreak, criticism, and mental health.
This article is an excerpt from the YouTube interview.
What Are Your Expectations From This Drama?
When asked about their expectations from the drama, the cast had a mix of optimism, realism, and philosophy. Ayesha kept it hopeful, sharing that they’ve worked extremely hard and are praying for the drama to be a hit. As a newcomer, she’s ready to face any kind of criticism, whether good or bad, and sees reviews as something that can help her improve her craft. For her, it’s about effort, faith, and staying optimistic no matter what comes her way.
Aina, on the other hand, brought in the idea of stoicism. She believes expectations can lead to bigger disappointments, so she tries not to attach herself to outcomes. She consciously avoids reading comments about herself on social media — whether praise or criticism — because both can affect you. For her, detaching from public opinion is a way to protect her peace, especially when negativity can sometimes feel overwhelming.
Ali and Sami spoke about the sheer passion they poured into the project, from improvising scenes to building organic on-screen sync. They shared how some of their best moments came from spontaneous additions and reacting to each other in real time. When it comes to criticism, they admitted it does affect you — they’re human — but confidence is key. Mistakes happen, growth is constant, and as long as you believe in your work, you can push through the noise.
Who’s Been Friendzoned?
This question instantly turned into playful chaos. There were inside jokes, dramatic reactions, and a lot of teasing — clearly, there’s at least one story there, even if no one fully confessed. The energy in the room made it obvious that the cast knows more than they’re willing to publicly admit.
When the conversation shifted to second chances in love, opinions became more layered. Some strongly believe self-respect should always come first. Aina emphasized that no matter how deeply you love someone, you cannot compromise your dignity. Humans are built to survive and heal — even from the most painful losses — so choosing yourself is always an option.
Ali added a reflective take, sharing that habits can change but nature often doesn’t. If someone’s core personality remains the same, then a second chance might not change much. However, if a genuinely good person makes a mistake and truly grows from it, that’s different. The overall consensus? It depends — on the person, the wound, and whether respect still exists.
What Is One Mental Issue That Gen Z Faces But Society Doesn’t Take Seriously?
This is where the conversation became especially thoughtful. Dayyan pointed out how society often dismisses young people’s passions and experimentation. Instead of supporting initiatives, people are quick to belittle them if they don’t fit traditional boxes. That lack of validation and respect can quietly affect mental well-being.
Sami added that older generations sometimes invalidate Gen Z’s struggles by comparing them to their own experiences from decades ago. Times have changed, pressures are different, and simply saying “we went through it too” doesn’t address the unique challenges young people face today.
Aina spoke passionately about how mental health awareness is still performative in many spaces. While people may use the right terminology online, therapy remains taboo in real life. She highlighted how conditions like ADHD are often dismissed rather than treated seriously as clinical realities. Ayesha offered another perspective, saying that love — especially platonic love — is increasingly taken for granted. Emotional inconsistency in friendships can hurt deeply, sometimes even more than romantic heartbreak. For her, friendships define identity, and maintaining them with care and appreciation is essential.
From playful banter to honest reflections, the cast of Tum Larkay Bhi Na proved that Gen Z is self-aware, emotionally honest, and far more thoughtful than they’re often given credit for.
Want to catch the full, unfiltered conversation? Head over to FUCHSIA’s YouTube channel!
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