In the bustling landscape of Pakistani dramas, two contenders are stealing the spotlight ‘Jaan e Jahan’ and ‘Ishq Murshid’. Though their storylines differ, they both revolve around a familiar trope – a romance blossoming between a girl from a middle-class milieu and an affluent young man. Whether we agree with the repetition of these archetype plots, that’s a debate for another day. Till then, let’s explore the common ground that unites these two prominent dramas in the list of current dramas.
The feel-good romance takes us into the world of fantasy
Perhaps, the key to making a drama successful in Pakistan might lie in crafting a Cinderella love story that transports the audience into a world of fantasy. While ‘Ishq Murshid’ heavily revolves around the flourishing romance between Shahmeer Sikandar and Shibra, presenting a Cinderella love story, ‘Jaan e Jahan’ is somehow no different. While we will give these dramas that they are not the exact rip-off, but the baseline story remains the same.
In ‘Jaan e Jahan’ we have the evil mother-in-law who is already giving us vibes of how she is going to create trouble for Mahnoor in the near future, and while there aren’t evil sisters, there are certainly going to be evil brother-in-laws. It is given that the drama is able to craft a story that keeps us hooked while we know what’s to come; we await the drama as the central character Shehram fights for his position in this power play of gaining inheritance and power.
While there are no evil mothers and sisters is ‘Ishq Murshid’, who is stopping the leading lady Shibra from gaining her independence, but we do have the prince charming Shahmeer who is putting in all his efforts to make her fall in love. In fact, he even leaves his ‘palace’ and goes on to disguise as a man from a lower class to win her over.
The sizzling chemistry
When it comes to romance, the critical element to keeping it afloat undoubtedly lies in the chemistry between the actors. Both dramas are excelling in this department, with the lead stars skillfully developing a connection that captivates the audience.
In ‘Ishq Murshid’, Bilal Abbas and Durefishan Saleem leave us in awe as they share the screen. Bilal Abbas, portraying the loving and low-key hilarious Fazal Baksh, plays a significant role in creating this charming dynamic. Their chemistry is cute and evokes a feel-good vibe.
On the other hand, we have the ‘Pyarey Afzal’ duo, Ayeza Khan and Hamza Ali Abbasi, delivering a fiery chemistry that leaves us feeling giddy. The duo’s return after 10 years, following ‘Pyarey Afza’l, is a delightful surprise, showcasing that they still possess that irresistible charm that makes the audience fall for their chemistry.
Which of these two dramas are you currently watching and enjoying? Do let us know.
