| Meri Tanhai | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Romantic drama |
| Written by | Shazia Atta Humayun |
| Directed by | Meer Sikandar |
| Country of origin | Pakistan |
| Original language | Urdu |
| No. of episodes | 27 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Momina Duraid |
| Camera setup | Multi-camera setup |
| Running time | Approximately 40–42 minutes |
| Production company | Momina Duraid Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | Hum TV |
| Release | December 30, 2024 – July 14, 2025 |
Meri Tanhai is a Pakistani Urdu-language television drama series that premiered on Hum TV on 30 December 2024. [1] Created by MD Productions and produced by Momina Duraid, the series was written by Shazia Atta Humayun under the script supervision of Farhat Ishtiaq, and directed by Meer Sikandar. [2] The story follows two isolated individuals whose lives intersect, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and emotional isolation. [3] [4]
The narrative centers on Mary (played by Kubra Khan), a young woman deeply scarred by her father's abandonment and her mother’s subsequent death. Across town lives Khizar (Azaan Sami Khan), the nephew of Ali (Syed Jibran), a man remorseful over betraying his first wife and daughter. Khizar hopes to reunite Ali with his estranged family and in the process, meets Mary. [5] As their bond grows, Mary must confront painful truths about her past and determine if reconciliation is possible. [6]
The series was filmed in urban Pakistani settings with selective segments shot in London. The teaser was released on 13 December 2024 and featured Kubra and Azaan, setting a reflective tone befitting the theme of solitude and connection. [10]
Premiering on 30 December 2024, "Meri Tanhai" aired every Monday at 8:00 PM (PKT) on Hum TV. The 11th and final episode was broadcast on 10 March 2025. Episodes were later made available via Hum TV’s YouTube channel and official app. [11] [12]
The series drew attention for its emotional core and performances. Critics highlighted the leads' chemistry and Kubra Khan’s portrayal of grief-stricken Mary, while some pointed to pacing issues in the mid-season. Online discussions noted a mix of praise and criticism—some viewers found the narrative “enjoyable despite its shortcomings” whereas others criticized script execution. [13]
Zainab Mossadiq of DAWN Images noted an extraordinary character played by Ameena Saleem, who suffers the heartbreak of losing her loved one due to long distance. [14]