5 Must-Watch Historical Pakistani Dramas
If we turn around and look back in the history of Pakistani dramas, we will come across some remarkable gems, Historical Pakistani Dramas. Back in those days, despite lack of technical edge and availability of extensive budget Pakistani dramas were loaded with great ideas, content and quality. It won’t be wrong to say that once the Pakistani dramas were sought after by the world. Currently Dirilis: Ertugrul is making waves and one of the main reasons behind the hype is its Netflix release which boosted its fame to the next level. Even PTV is telecasting the Urdu dubbed version currently and the new-age audience likes the Turkish historical drama.
There are many individuals who might not be aware of the fact that the Pakistani drama industry produced historical Pakistani dramas especially in the era of the ‘80s and ‘90s. Qasim Jalali was one of the names which pop up whenever Pakistani historical dramas will be discussed; he was the driving force behind the success of all those dramas. Qasim Jalali gathered the right team from actors to technicians and made dramas which are still the benchmark of quality. The following are a few historical Pakistani dramas that are based on the history which aired on Pakistani Television Network (PTV).
1 – Shaheen (1980)
Shaheen is a legendary historical drama written by an Islamic historian and novelist Nasim Hijazi. It details about the situation of the Muslims in Granada (Spain) in that era when they were about to be expelled from Spain in 1492. The novel also very beautifully depicts the reasons for the destruction of the Muslim Empire in Granada. The novel is a combination of bravery, spirit, courage and strong faith of Islamic heroes. Ismail Shah played the titular role of Badar Bin Mugheera (Shaheen). Actors like Saleem Nasir, Shakeel, Tahira Wasti, Misbah Khalid and Mazhar Ali played pivotal characters in this iconic drama.
2 – Aakhri Chattan (1985)
Akhri Chattan is a legendary Islamic historical drama based on novel written by Nasim Hijazi. It describes the Central Asian conquests of Genghis Khan and his destruction of the Khwarzam Sultanate (Kingdom of Khwarzam). The drama shows the brutal conquests of the Mongols, the military genius of Genghis Khan, the undying will power of Sultan Jalal-ud-Din Khwarzam Shah, and the unworthy condition of the Abbasid Caliphate of Baghdad. Directed by Qasim Jalali.
3 – Sultan Nooruddin Zangi
“Sultan Noor Udin Zengi” is an Islamic historical drama based on a true story. The story is based on a dream in which Sultan Noor Udin Zangi saw the Prophet Muhammed SAW, telling him to protect his grave and dead body from Jewish people.
Watch Sultan Nooruddin Zangi Here
4 – Labbaik (1996)
Labbaik was directed by Qasim Jalali and featured Babar Ali as Mummad Bin Qasim. The drama was an instant hit back in 90’s.
5 – Babar(1997)
Babar was directed by Qasim Jalali and written by Fatima Suraiya Bajia. The drama featured Shabbir Jan as Mohammad Zaheeruddin Babar.
6 (Bonus) – Baa Adab Baa Mulahiza Hoshiyar
Baa Adab Baa Mulahiza Hoshiyar was one of a kind satirical historical drama written by the master of wit Atha Shah Khan and directed by Haider Imam Rizvi. Qasim Jalali played an unforgettable king who was a self-obsessed King.
Watch Baa Adab Ba Mulahiza Hoshiyar Here
With the passage of time historical dramas disappeared from the Pakistani entertainment industry, which is a sad state of affairs. Dramas spread messages and ideologies like no other. It is about time that with technical up-gradation and advancements Pakistani TV channels recreate, revive or produce new stories through which the younger generation of Pakistan can be entertained as well as educated about the history of Muslim. On a lighter note, remastering the above mentioned gems and telecasting them on TV will also do wonders in the advancement of content.
Watch these historical Pakistani dramas and you will be spellbound by the dedication of the people behind these dramas back in those days.
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