Namak Haram
| Namak Haram | |
|---|---|
| نمک حرام | |
| Genre | Romance Suspense Thriller Drama |
| Written by | Saqlain Abbas |
| Directed by | Shaqielle Khan |
| Starring | Imran Ashraf[1] Sarah Khan Babar Ali (entire cast) |
| Theme music composer | Waqar Ali |
| Opening theme | "Namak Haram" by Khurram Iqbal |
| Ending theme | "Namak Haram" by Khurram Iqbal |
| Composer | Waqar Ali |
| Country of origin | Pakistan |
| Original language | Urdu |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 22 [a] |
| Production | |
| Producer | Momina Duraid |
| Production locations | Karachi, Pakistan |
| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 36 minutes |
| Production companies | MD Productions FARS Entertainment |
| Original release | |
| Network | Hum TV |
| Release | 3 November 2023 – 17 May 2024 |
| Related | |
| Raqs-e-Bismil [b] | |
Namak Haram is a 2023-24 Pakistani thriller drama television series directed by Shaqielle Khan and produced by Momina Duraid.[2] It stars Imran Ashraf and Sarah Khan[3] as lead in their second on-screen appearance, with Babar Ali and Sunita Marshall in supporting roles.[4][5]
Premise[edit]
Namak Haram revolves around Mureed, the main character, who gets caught up in a plot against the powerful Qureshi family. Amin Qureshi's quest for power goes too far, affecting both locals and servants. Driven by a grudge, Mureed is determined to right past wrongs. The story unfolds with loyalty and rising tension, showing Mureed's journey after a life-changing tragedy. The drama explores family dynamics, revealing hidden truths that cause resentment. Past and present events collide, creating a tale of loyalty tested by growing bitterness.
Cast[edit]
- Imran Ashraf as Mureed[6]
- Sarah Khan as Asma[7]
- Babar Ali as Amin Qureshi[8]
- Sunita Marshall as Malaika
- Nabeela Khan as Uzma (Arsal's mother)
- Sajawal Khan as Arsal
- Rabia Noreen as Sadia
- Lubna Aslam as Mona
- Anika Zulfikar as Aimal
- Salma Zafar Asim[9] as Asiya
- Mizna Waqas as Mureed's mother
- Mohsin Ejaz as Mustafa
Production[edit]
The series marked the second collaboration of Khan and Ashraf after Raqs-e-Bismil. In July, it confirmed that the couple will appear in a Hum TV's production.[10] The teasers of the series were released in mid October.[11][12] The first episode broadcast on 3 November 2023 on Hum TV.[citation needed]
Notes[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ "Sarah Khan, Imran Ashraf to steal spotlight once again with 'Namak Haram'". Samaa News.
- ^ "I'm still learning Imran Ashraf explores new horizons in latest work". The Express Tribune. 25 November 2023.
- ^ "'Namak Haram': Why Does Sarah Khan Have a Gun? - Lens". pro Pakistani-Lens.
- ^ "Sarah Khan and Imran Ashraf are all set to come together again for 'Namak Haram' | Fab Fun Find - MAG THE WEEKLY". magtheweekly.com.
- ^ Mossadiq, Zainab (4 November 2023). "HUM TV Shifts The Spotlight To Male Characters In Its Recent Offerings". Galaxy Lollywood.
- ^ Bukhari, Kehkashan (2 November 2023). "Will Imran Ashraf Continue His Streak Of Iconic Characters With Namak Haram?". Galaxy Lollywood.
- ^ Desk, Web (2 November 2023). "Sarah Khan shares her reasons for choosing 'Namak Haram'". Hum NEWS.
- ^ "Is Namak Haram Living up to its Hype? - Saman Khalid - Youlin Magazine". www.youlinmagazine.com.
- ^ "The Salma Zafar Asim Interview: 'It's Time To Shift From Clichéd Saas-Bahu And Husband-Wife Narratives'". Fashion Times Magazine (Interview). 23 February 2024.
- ^ Arshad, Moeeza (24 July 2023). "impeccable duo of Imran Ashraf and Sarah Khan to Reunite on HUM TV!". Hum TV. Retrieved 29 December 2023.
- ^ Zafar, Shaista (18 October 2023). "Intense Teasers Released for 'Namak Haram'". Bol News.
- ^ "Namak Haram trailer unveiled a blend of power betrayal and revenge". Hum TV.