The Kashf Foundation recently hosted the launch event for their latest drama, “Zard Patton Ka Bunn.” The event saw attendance from the lead cast and crew, as well as members of the media fraternity and dignitaries, including Luke Myers, Counsellor and Head of Cooperation, Global Affairs Canada.
Known for driving social change through their impactful dramas, the Kashf Foundation has previously created and produced ground-breaking series such as “Udaari,” “Rehai,” “Akhri Station,” and “Dil Na Umeed Tou Nahin”.
“Zard Patton Ka Bunn,” written and directed by the talented duo Mustafa Afridi and Saife Hasan, is produced by Momina Duraid Production in collaboration with Kashf Foundation. The drama boasts a stellar cast, including Sajal Ali, Hamza Sohail, Rehan Sheikh, Samiya Mumtaz, Ali Tahir, Adnan Shah Tipu, Saad Azhar, Syed Tanveer Hussain, Chaudhary Muhammad Usman, Mubashir Mehmood, Adeel Afzal, Najma Bibi, and Zaryab Haider, among others.
Key Takeaways From The Launch Event
The drama launch event included a panel discussion on population planning and maternal health. Kashf Foundation founder Roshaneh Zafar and educationist, artist, activist and more, Muneeza Hashmi moderated the discussion with the cast of Zard Patton Ka Bunn shedding light on the need to recognize that young girls and women’s health and education is a formidable and necessary step towards a progressive society. Among those who joined in on the panel discussion were director Saife Hassan, writer Mustafa Afridi, Samiya Mumtaz, Sajal Aly, Hamza Sohail and others.
Founder Roshaneh Zafar reiterated Kashf Foundation’s objective to tell stories about women and drive change through their narratives.
Breaking away from typical love stories focused on marriage and romantic pursuits, “Zard Patton Ka Bunn” avoids toxic relationships and clichés, yet manages to be highly engaging and entertaining. The show proves that great storytelling doesn’t need sensationalism. Right from the first episode, it tackles significant and sensitive issues like maternal health, animal rights, population control, and the role of supportive fathers. Hamza Sohail shines as Dr. Nofil, a kind, and heroic doctor, while Sajal Aly’s portrayal of Meenu, a hilariously chaotic yet determined student who has just excelled in her matric exams, adds vibrant energy to the story.
Hear what Sajal Aly & Hamza Sohail have to say.
Sajal Aly On Girl’s Education
Sajal Aly highlighted the importance of girls’ education, emphasizing that it forms the foundation of everything in society. And you know what? We couldn’t agree more!
“Saife Hassan is one of the most talented directors I have ever worked with.” says Sajal Aly, as well as acknowledging that the characters are never easy to play and it is a challenge.
Hamza Sohail aka Dr Nofil Has A Message For You All
Hamza Sohail’s message is loud and clear: standing strong in your beliefs is crucial. And his call for guys to show their emotions? Absolutely on point! This is a lesson we can all learn from.
“When stories are serving a bigger purpose than a singular character, then we must be part of it.” says Hamza Sohail who plays Dr. Nofil in Zard Patton Ka Bunn.
Sajal & Hamza On Their Experience
Sajal Aly expressed affection for her character Meenu, describing her as one of her favorites. She credited director Saife Hasan for his invaluable support throughout the process, emphasizing how his guidance helped her bring Meenu to life on screen.
Hamza Sohail shared how portraying the character of Dr. Nofil taught him a great deal, particularly about positive masculinity:
The drama launch event included a panel discussion on population planning and maternal health with the media fraternity and dignitaries including Luke Myers, Counsellor and Head of Cooperation, Global Affairs Canada in attendance.
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