Qarz e Jaan
| Qarz e Jaan | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Drama Thriller |
| Created by | Momina Duraid |
| Showrunner | Momina Duraid |
| Written by | Rabia Razzaque |
| Screenplay by | Rabia Razzaque |
| Directed by | Saqib Khan |
| Starring | Yumna Zaidi[1] Usama Khan Nameer Khan Deepak Perwani |
| Opening theme | Gila Hai Kiya Tera by Quratulain Balouch |
| Ending theme | Gila Hai Kiya Tera by Quratulain Balouch |
| Composer | Adrain David |
| Country of origin | Pakistan |
| Original language | Urdu |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 12 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Momina Duraid |
| Production locations | Karachi,Sindh, Pakistan |
| Camera setup | Multi-camera setup |
| Running time | 37 minutes |
| Production company | MD Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | Hum TV[2] |
| Release | 17 November 2024 – present |
Qarz-e-Jaan is a 2024 Pakistani television series, directed by Saqib Khan and written by Rabia Razzaque. The series is produced by Momina Duraid under the production banner of MD Productions. It stars Yumna Zaidi and Usama Khan as leads in their second project together. The series revolves around the two lawyers, delving into the societal issues leading to oppression and injustice. The series first episode broadcast on 17 November 2024 on Hum TV.[3][2]
Plot
[edit] | This article needs a plot summary. (February 2025) |
Cast
[edit]- Yumna Zaidi as Nashwa Behzaad[4]
- Usama Khan as Barrister Burhaan[5]
- Nameer Khan as Ammaar Bakhtiar
- Tazeen Hussain as Bisma Behzaad
- Faisal Rehman as Asim
- Deepak Parwani as Bakhtiar
- Sakina Samo
- Aniqa Zulfiqar
- Daniyal Aamir as Asad
- Salma Asim
- Ismat Zaidi
- Fajr Sheikh
- Tabassum Arif
- Mubassir Khan
Soundtrack
[edit]The official soundtrack for the series was performed by Quratulain Balouch, composed by Adrian David and the lyrics by late Shakeel Sohail. The OST released on 17 November 2024 by Hum TV.
Music video
[edit]Production
[edit]In June 2024, it reported that Zaidi and Khan would star in Amna Mufti's written Andher Nagri, directed by Amin Iqbal.[6][7] Nevertheless, further reports confirmed the series' title change to Khoon Baha, with Rabia Razzaq as writer and Saqib Khan as director.[7][5] Hussain disclosed her portrayal of Zaidi's mother, alongside Rehman.[8] It marked Khan and Zaidi's second on-screen appearance previously starred in 2024 film Nayab.[9][1] The official posters and teasers were unveiled in November, with changed title, Qarz-e-Jaan.[10]
Reception
[edit]Reception
[edit]Critical reception
[edit]Oyeyeah reviewed the first episode and stated that "After watching the first episode, it is noted that the ensemble cast effectively sets the stage for the unfolding narrative and conflicts ahead. The initial episode successfully establishes the characters’ backgrounds and motivations, leaving viewers eager to learn more about their journeys".[11]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Yumna Zaidi expresses her love for famous Coke Studio track 'Jhol'". Daily Jang. 26 November 2024.
- ^ a b "Qarz E Jaan: Yumna is Back on HUM". Hum TV.
- ^ "Yumna Zaidi gushes over costar Usama Khan's skyrocketing career". Daily Jang. 21 November 2024.
- ^ Amena, Rasti (27 November 2024). "Pak drama Qarz E Jaan: Yumna Zaidi's reported FEE per episode". The Siasat Daily.
- ^ a b "Yumna Zaidi and Usama Khan Team Up for New Mega Drama". Bol News. 17 August 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.
- ^ "Yumna Zaidi, Usama Khan set to captivate audience in new drama serial". Dunya News. 9 June 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.
- ^ a b Amena, Rasti (6 November 2024). "Yumna Zaidi's upcoming new drama: Teaser, timings and more". The Siasat Daily.
- ^ "THE ICON INTERVIEW". Dawn.com. 25 August 2024. Retrieved 19 October 2024.
- ^ "Yumna Zaidi starrer 'Nayab' wins Best Foreign Film, Best First-Time Filmmaker at Cannes". The Express Tribune. 31 May 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.
- ^ Web Desk (6 November 2024). "Yumna Zaidi gears up for exciting new role in drama 'Qarz e Jaan'". Jang (newspaper). Archived from the original on 6 November 2024. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
- ^ Siddiqui, Saman (20 November 2024). "Qarz e Jaan Episode-1 Review: A Promising Start with Engaging Storytelling". Oye yeah.