Aik Thi Laila

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Aik Thi Laila
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Urdu ایک تھی لیلیٰ
Written by Faiza Iftikhar
Directed by Yasir Hussain
Starring
Theme music composerSalman Khan (Sk Studio)
ComposerSalman Khan (Sk Studio)
Country of originPakistan
Original languageUrdu
No. of episodes6
Original release
Network Express Entertainment
Release1 December 2022 (2022-12-01) 
12 January 2023 (2023-01-12)

Aik Thi Laila is a Pakistani television series directed by Yasir Hussain, and written by Faiza Iftikhar. It stars Iqra Aziz, Yasir Hussain , Faysal Quraishi, Hassan Ahmed and Maham Amir with Sheheryar Munawar in a cameo appearance. It aired from 8 December 2022 to 12 January 2023, on Express Entertainment. [1]

Contents

At 22nd Lux Style Awards, it received four nominations. [2]

Cast

Production

Background and development

On 11 August 2022, it reported that Aziz will feature in Hussain's directorial Aik Thi Laila, which is written by screenwriter Faiza Iftikhar. The other cast members were also revealed along with the genre of the series, which will be murder-mystery. Express Tribune reported that the series will revolve around a disappearance case, much like Dua Zehra case. [3] [4] The series marked Aziz's comeback to television after 2 years. [5] In conservation with Daily Pakistan , she further reveled that series will have only 5 episodes. [6]

Music

Salman Khan foray into composing drama scores underscores his versatile talent in the realm of entertainment. Known primarily as a charismatic actor and producer, Khan has also ventured into the intricacies of music composition, particularly in shaping the emotional landscapes of dramatic narratives. His approach to drama scores blends a keen understanding of storytelling with evocative musical arrangements, aiming to amplify the intensity and depth of cinematic moments. Through his involvement in crafting scores, Salman Khan not only enriches the auditory experience of films but also solidifies his role as a creative force behind the scenes, resonating with audiences on a profound level.


Promotion and release

The poster of the series featuring the cast members was unveiled by the network on 12 November. [7] The first teaser of the series was released on 15 November 2022. [8]

Accolades

Date of CeremonyAwardCategoryNominee(s)ResultRef.
October 6, 2023 Lux Style Awards Best Television Director Yasir Hussain Nominated [2]
Best Television Writer Faiza Iftikhar Nominated
Best Television Actor - Critics' choiceYasir HussainNominated
Best Television Actress - Critics' choice Iqra Aziz Nominated

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References

  1. "Drama Review: Aik Thi Laila (There Was a Girl Called Laila)".
  2. 1 2 "Lux Style Awards 2023 nominations out now: Pasoori, Joyland, Mere Humsafar reign supreme". The Express Tribune. 27 September 2023. Retrieved 4 October 2023.
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  6. "Iqra Aziz gets candid on her upcoming TV series, comeback after break in DP exclusive interview". Daily Pakistan. 1 September 2022. Archived from the original on 16 November 2022.
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