Sadqay Tumhare
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| Sadqay Tumhare | |
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| صدقے تمہارے | |
| Written by | Khalil-Ur-Rehman Qamar |
| Directed by | Mohammed Ehteshamuddin |
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| Theme music composer | Mad Music |
| Opening theme | Haaye Re Hum Sadqay Tumharay by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Akmal Khan |
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| Country of origin | Pakistan |
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| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 27 |
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| Production locations | Lahore, Interior Punjab, Sialkot, Sambrial |
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| Camera setup | Multi-camera setup |
| Running time | 36–43 minutes |
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| Network | Hum TV |
| Release | 10 October 2014 – 10 April 2015 |
Sadqay Tumhare (Urdu: صدقے تمہارے, lit. 'May My Years Be Added To Yours') is a Pakistani biographical drama serial based on the life of the series' own writer Khalil-Ur-Rehman Qamar.[1] It is directed by Mohammed Ehteshamuddin and co-produced by Momina Duraid, Samina Humayun Saeed and Tariq Ahmad Shah. It stars Mahira Khan, Samiya Mumtaz and Adnan Malik, who made his acting debut with this serial.[2][3]
Based on the writer's own real life love story,[4] the series which is set in the 1980s, revolves around Shano and Khalil who have been engaged since childhood but their family's past threatens their love.
Sadqay Tumhare was one of the most popular and acclaimed programs of the year 2014–15.[2][5] At annual Hum Awards, it won 10 out of 15 nominations[6][7] while at Lux Style Awards it won 2 awards out of five including Best Actress for Khan and Best Writer for Qamar.[8][9]
Plot
[edit]Set in 1980s Pakistani society and based on the writer’s real-life story, Sadqay Tumhare follows Shano and Khalil, cousins whose engagement was arranged at birth by their families. Shano, a simple village girl, is deeply devoted to the engagement, while Khalil, an arrogant city boy raised as the “Prince of Punjab,” initially dismisses her feelings. After years of separation, Shano’s yearning to meet Khalil grows. Although Khalil is indifferent, a dream prompts him to visit her. At their first meeting in over a decade, they fall in love, but Shano’s parents oppose their union, preferring her marriage to her paternal cousin Fayaz.
Khalil’s family proposes formally, but Shano’s parents reject it. Amid escalating tensions, Fayaz and his accomplices brutally beat Khalil, but Khalil retaliates. Despite their love, Shano and Khalil face continuous interference, including Rasheeda, Shano’s manipulative mother, who emotionally blackmails Khalil into renouncing Shano. Plans to marry in court fail as Shano’s mother fakes a suicide attempt, halting their union. Shano’s best friend Humaira later reveals Rasheeda orchestrated Shano’s earlier escape to damage her reputation. Khalil is accused of kidnapping, but Shano testifies in court to clear his name.
Rasheeda’s confession of her lingering love for Khalil’s father, Abdul Rehman, leads to further turmoil. Amin, Shano’s father, suffers a stroke upon learning this. Humaira, secretly in love with Khalil, convinces Shano to give up Khalil to save her father’s health, which improves after Shano’s sacrifice. The tragic backstory of Khalil’s illegitimacy is revealed—his mother, Inayat, was pregnant with another man’s child when she married Abdul Rehman, further complicating the families’ relationship. Inayat’s death shortly after worsens the heartbreak.
Shano and Khalil are forced into separate marriages. Years later, in 1994, Khalil, now a successful banker, learns of Shano’s death, attributed to depression over their separation. At her funeral, Khalil forgives her husband and estranged family members, though he remains angry with Rasheeda. Shano’s sister introduces Khalil to her son, named Khurram, a tribute to their unrealized love. As Khalil leaves, he sees Shano’s spirit watching over him, symbolizing their enduring but tragic connection.
Cast and characters
[edit]- Samiya Mumtaz as Rasheeda Amin - Shano's mother. She is the main person who opposes marrying Shano and Khalil, although she is the one who initially promised it. Over time, we see that Shano's mother has quite a few secrets she hides. Her character is displayed as being very quick tempered and aggressive to Shano, often hitting and yelling at her daughter. She is very abusive, and only engaged Shano and Khalil for revenge. She always lures towards Abdul Rehman
- Mahira Khan as Rukhsana Amin a.k.a. Shano - Eighteen-year-old girl from village of Balgan. She is daughter of Rasheeda & Amin. Also, eldest sister of Raziya, Kauser, Haider and Maimoona. Shano wishes to marry her childhood fiancé; Khalil. However, her parents insist she never see him again. Shano is at first quiet and dreamy, but becomes stronger and braver.[10]
- Adnan Malik as Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar - Khalil is a highly educated and outspoken young man from Lahore. He is portrayed as an angry young man having a tough and pampered personality. Although on the outside Khalil behaves in a macho manner, on the inside he is very caring and good-hearted.
- Rehan Sheikh as Mohammad Amin Janjua- Shano's father. He is seen as clueless and unintelligent, as his wife is more clever than him and controls him.
- Tahira Imam as Inaayat Bibi - Khalil's mother and Rasheeda's older sister. Inaayat is a kind and mature woman. Inaayat loves her son Khalil and is very kind to Shano, but her relationship with her sister is damaged after Rasheeda's mistreatment of Khalil.
- Farhan Ali Agha as Abdul Rehman Qamar- Khalil's stepfather. He is a very understanding and decent man. He wants the best for his family and always treats Shano kindly. He supports Shano and Khalil's attempt to marry.
- Shamil Khan as Doctor Maqsood Ahmed Mughal- Shano & Khalil's cousin who is six years older than him. He is a medical student living with Khalil's family. He is good friends with Khalil. Maqsood acts as Khalil's voice of reason.
- Saniya Shamshad as Humaira Batool - Shano's best friend and classmate. She is a very good friend to Shano and they discuss everything. Humaira only wants to see Shano's happiness and she tries to help Shano and Khalil. However, we later learn that everything is definitely not what it seems. This is because Humaira later creates problems between Shano and Khalil as she falls in love with Khalil and wants to marry him. Shano is shocked when she gets to know the truth.
- Mukarram Kaleem as Fayaz - Mukarram plays his role as Shano's paternal cousin. It is seen that he is interested in marrying Shano from the very beginning. After learning of Khalil he acts as a rebel in the relationship of the two, but eventually doesn't succeed and gives up on Shano.
- Imran Ashraf as Mushtaq - Humaira's cousin. He wants to marry Shano and plans against her and Khalil.
- Naghma as Bee Ji - Rasheeda and Inayat's mother. She loves Khalil and Shano very much and supports them at every turn.
- Qavi Khan as Maulvi Sanaullah
- Sara Razi as Raziya - Shano's sister
- Arisha Razi as Kauser - Shanno's younger sister
- Irfan Khoosat as Chacha Mir, Tangay wala
- Haris Waheed as Imtiaz - Fayaz's elder brother
- Saife Hassan as Mustaq's father
- Birjees Farooqui as Samina
- Anoushey Ashraf as Journalist (cameo appearance)
- Kaif Ghaznavi as Ruby Naz (Khalil's wife) (cameo appearance)
Production
[edit]Writer of the serial, Khalil-Ur-Rehman Qamar said that the serial is based on a true story, his own life, "There is no scene that has been added for the sake of the drama"[11]
The serial was shot in many locations including rural areas of Interior Punjab. Other locations include Sialkot, Sambrial, Kotri and Karachi.[12]
Broadcast and release
[edit]Besides the serial's airing on TV, it was also uploaded on YouTube. All the episode were available on YouTube which were later removed in 2017. Netflix launched Pakistani dramas in 2016 and the series rights was acquired by Netflix to stream it as VOD.[13]
The series broadcast in India on Zindagi.[14]
Awards and nominations
[edit]See also
[edit]- Mera Naam Yousuf Hai starring Imran Abbas and Maya Ali
- Pyarey Afzal starring Hamza Ali Abbasi and Ayeza Khan
- Bunty I Love You starring Saba Qamar and Noman Habib
- Tum Kon Piya starring Imran Abbas and Ayeza Khan
References
[edit]- ^ "Hum TV to broadcast new fiction 'Sadqay Tumharay'". Raj Baddhan. Media 24/7. 13 September 2014. Archived from the original on 15 October 2014. Retrieved 13 October 2014.
- ^ a b Haider, Sadaf (21 November 2014). "'Sadqay Tumhare' review: A tale of heartfelt, simple romance". Dawn. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
- ^ "Fond memories: Adnan Malik looks back at 'Sadqay Tumhare'". The Express Tribune. 15 October 2016.
- ^ Kinza Piracha (26 September 2020). "13 Popular Pakistani Dramas Based On True Events". brandsynario.
- ^ "Best Pakistani TV Dramas of 2015". Desi Blitz. 24 January 2017.
- ^ a b "Categories and winners at servise 3rd hum awards". Hum Network. 10 April 2015. Archived from the original on 22 December 2015. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
- ^ a b "2013 Hum Awards winners". Correspondent. Dawn News. 10 April 2015. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
- ^ a b "Nominees for the LUX Style Awards 2016 have been announced and for many designers, directors, musicians and stars, it's going to be a very joyous Eid". correspondent. Dawn News. 30 May 2016. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
- ^ a b "LSA 2016 winners: The complete list". The Express Tribune. 3 June 2016. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
- ^ "Mahira Khan New Drama serial". Review it!. 23 September 2014. Retrieved 13 October 2014.
- ^ Sadaf Siddiqui, Sadaf Haider (8 November 2014). "Khalil ur Rehman Qamar on killing Afzal, and Sadqay Tumhare". Dawn News.
- ^ Anwer, Zoya (9 October 2014). "I'm as nervous about 'Sadqay Tumhare' as I was for my first drama: Mahira Khan". Dawn. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
- ^ "Netflix launches Pakistani dramas". Express Tribune. 18 December 2016. Retrieved 14 April 2016.
- ^ "'Raees' star Mahira Khan will return to TV series 'Sadqay Tumhare' on Zindagi". Economic Times. 7 June 2022. Archived from the original on 7 June 2022.
- ^ "Lux Style Awards 2015 nominees announced". Tribune. 16 July 2015. Retrieved 29 March 2022.