Ruling The Roost Series: #1 - Zara Yaad Kar

There are always drops in interest during every show, but some shows have been doing a great job of holding interest, regardless of how it's being carried out.  For the next few days, I'm solely going to post about great shows and give them the shout-outs they deserve.  So let's start:

Zara Yaad Kar

This drama should be titled "relationships on steroids."  Sana Javed plays Mahnoor, a perfect example of a woman who does not understand the bond of loyalty and the value of true love.  She's a woman who flutters towards the "better" prospect and does not pay heed to her (wise) mother's warnings and advice.  The way Mahnoor has managed to make a complete fool of herself from episode one to the present is such that I, as a viewer, almost feel sorry for her.  Almost.

  

On the other end, we have Hadi, played by Zahid Ahmed, possibly one of the most dignified, lovable characters in recent times.  His love is pure and unadulterated.  However, he now finds himself struggling against that love, seeing the flaws, wondering if this is actually the life partner he wants?  His turmoil is silent, left between him and his heart - and, occasionally, Uzma.  

Uzma, played by Yumna Zaidi, is a gem of a human being.  Her heart is clean and despite loving Hadi, she strives to do the right thing.  Anything less would make her a different person, though sometimes her techniques of doing the "right thing" are very painful for both her and Hadi alike.

Waqar, played by Yasir Mazhar is a key player and a very confusing character.  He is an opportunist when it comes to relationships, always jumping to the next best opportunity, stringing along several women at once.  But his ideals towards the country, the poor and the neglected are pure - he wants to do right by them.  And then he meets Geti....

Geti, played by Sharmeen Ali, is probably the first and only woman Waqar has genuinely loved.  The problem?  She's a upcoming politician, he's her advisor and he has been threatened with his life unless he stays away from her.  Leaving Geti wondering what has happened to him, he bolts out of her life.....and onto the next woman. 

Saba Faisal is a strong voice of reason on this show as Mahnoor's mother.  Whether she is seen advising her own daughter or Hadi, you know her intentions and feel her pain.  The show would not be as effective without her. 

Rashid Farooqi also deserves mention as Uzma's father, a father doing his best to be both mother and father to his only child.  He sees her heartbreak, but is helpless to do anything about it, despite wholeheartedly approving of Hadi.

These characters on their own might not have been as interesting, but as an ensemble, this show creates magic (and heartbreak).  Special mention to Khalil Ur Rahman Qamar for his powerful dialogues that hit the heart of the viewer.  

I'll hopefully write about the next show tomorrow!  Happy watching!