Humrahi: Danish Taimoor and Hiba Bukhari are back on our screens in a drama directed by veteran director Babar Javaid.
But will we finally see this talented duo give us something with substance and not just sensational, soap-style storytelling?
Here is what kept us watching – and what we think could have been improved.
The Lead Pair — A Refreshing Dynamic
Often, when the same lead pair returns onscreen, we are disappointed because we don’t get to watch a fresh take. But this time, both Danish and Hiba have managed to bring a different element to their dynamics. It is cute, simple, and fun to watch — and the on-screen chemistry is undeniable. The drama also gives audiences enough interactions between the lead pair to satisfy fans while also leaving them wanting more. We cannot wait for the moment Sayhaam finally finds out about Elif and Maryam.
The Filmy Vibe:
The drama leans into a very dramatic and filmy feel — and we are here for it. From Sayhaam arriving just in time to save Chanda’s daughter from being abused by her husband, to him stepping in to protect innocent people from being attacked by goons — it is the kind of larger-than-life heroism that keeps you hooked to your screen.
Production — Absolutely Top Notch
The production quality is outstanding, making every scene aesthetic and lovely to watch. The restaurant owned by Maryam, played by Laila Wasti, is so beautifully designed it makes you want to walk right in.
The accident scene between Sayhaam and Elif was well executed and the visual effects were genuinely impressive.
Well Sketched Characters
Each character is well sketched and plays a meaningful role in the story, which makes every scene interesting. For example, Chanda and Sayhaam’s interactions, and Maryam and Elif’s conversations, all effectively establish each character’s dynamics and journey so far.
Maryam is from Turkey and effort has been made in styling her appearance to make her look the part.
Ghazi Yousuf, played by Shahzad Nawaz, and Lala, played by Ayub Khosa, are established as ruthless enemies willing to go to any extreme to get what they want. Their rivalry adds a compelling layer of tension to the story.
The story is fast-paced and engaging in its first two episodes, delivering a balance of action, romance, thrill, and mystery.
What Could Be Improved:
If Sayhaam has known Maryam for some time, how is he unaware of Elif? This feels like a gap that needs addressing.
The Father-Son Trope Is Getting Old
It is becoming a bit typical to have the same kind of father-son relationship — an absent father, a son who has spent his childhood craving his father’s love, and a mother who has either passed away or irrelevant. It would have been refreshing to see a different storyline here, or at least a better explanation of their dynamic.
A Doctor Should Know Better
Even if Elif is a doctor, she should not be taking calls and reading files while driving. If anything, we would expect a doctor to be more responsible. This scene could have been handled differently.
Furthermore, the car crash scene and scenes preceding it suffered from continuity issues regarding Elif’s seatbelt. Now you see it, now you don’t. Since the creators have shown attention to detail in other scenes, we expect the same treatment in all aspects of the screenplay.
Dial Down the Villain Dialogues
There are too many lengthy, boastful dialogues between Lala and Ghazi Yousuf. We get the picture — now show us what happens next. These can easily be trimmed in future episodes.
The GYT goons who attempted to kidnap Elif was a very dark and dangerous twist. Making light of it by merely askinv them to become a murgha did not seem appropriate, keeping in mind the gravity of their actions. If nothing else, they should have been reported to the police.
Similarly, Elif coming off as a foolish girl who doesn’t know better despite being a medical professional, with our hero Sayhaam having the upper hand, played into a clichéd ‘girl meets boy’ relationship dynamics we’ve seen before.
We hope the script and character portrayal in successive episodes will save the day, going forward.
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Humrahi is penned by Zanjabeel Asim, directed by Babbar Javaid and is produced under the BJ Productions banner. The cast ensemble includes Danish Taimoor, Hiba Bukhari, Shahzad Nawaz, Ayub Khosa, Laila Wasti, Nida Mumtaz, Azfar Rahman, Hajra Yamin, Arez Ahmed and more.
