Qarz e Jaan

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Qarz e Jaan
Genre Drama
Thriller
Created by Momina Duraid
ShowrunnerMomina Duraid
Written byRabia Razzaque
Screenplay byRabia Razzaque
Directed bySaqib Khan
Starring Yumna Zaidi [1]
Usama Khan
Nameer Khan
Deepak Perwani
Opening themeGila Hai Kiya Tera by Quratulain Balouch
Ending themeGila Hai Kiya Tera by Quratulain Balouch
ComposerAdrain David
Country of originPakistan
Original languageUrdu
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes12
Production
Producer Momina Duraid
Production locations Karachi,Sindh,
Pakistan
Camera setup Multi-camera setup
Running time37 minutes
Production company MD Productions
Original release
Network Hum TV [2]
Release17 November 2024 (2024-11-17) 
present (present)

Qarz-e-Jaan is a 2024 Pakistani television series, directed by Saqib Khan and written by Rabia Razzaque. The series is produced by Momina Duraid under the production banner of MD Productions. It stars Yumna Zaidi, Usama Khan and Nameer Khan as leads. The series revolves around the two lawyers, delving into the societal issues leading to oppression and injustice. The series first episode broadcast on 17 November 2024 on Hum TV. [3] [2]

Contents

Plot

Cast

Soundtrack

The official soundtrack for the series was performed by Quratulain Balouch, composed by Adrian David and the lyrics by late Shakeel Sohail. The OST released on 17 November 2024 by Hum TV.

Music video

Production

In June 2024, it reported that Zaidi and Khan would star in Amna Mufti's written Andher Nagri, directed by Amin Iqbal. [6] [7] Nevertheless, further reports confirmed the series' title change to Khoon Baha, with Rabia Razzaq as writer and Saqib Khan as director. [7] [5] Hussain disclosed her portrayal of Zaidi's mother, alongside Rehman. [8] It marked Khan and Zaidi's second on-screen appearance previously starred in 2024 film Nayab . [9] [1] The official posters and teasers were unveiled in November, with changed title, Qarz-e-Jaan. [10]

Reception

Reception

Critical reception

Oyeyeah reviewed the first episode and stated that "After watching the first episode, it is noted that the ensemble cast effectively sets the stage for the unfolding narrative and conflicts ahead. The initial episode successfully establishes the characters’ backgrounds and motivations, leaving viewers eager to learn more about their journeys". [11]

References

  1. 1 2 "Yumna Zaidi expresses her love for famous Coke Studio track 'Jhol'". Daily Jang. 26 November 2024.
  2. 1 2 "Qarz E Jaan: Yumna is Back on HUM". Hum TV.
  3. "Yumna Zaidi gushes over costar Usama Khan's skyrocketing career". Daily Jang. 21 November 2024.
  4. Amena, Rasti (27 November 2024). "Pak drama Qarz E Jaan: Yumna Zaidi's reported FEE per episode". The Siasat Daily.
  5. 1 2 "Yumna Zaidi and Usama Khan Team Up for New Mega Drama". Bol News. 17 August 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.
  6. "Yumna Zaidi, Usama Khan set to captivate audience in new drama serial". Dunya News. 9 June 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.
  7. 1 2 Amena, Rasti (6 November 2024). "Yumna Zaidi's upcoming new drama: Teaser, timings and more". The Siasat Daily.
  8. "THE ICON INTERVIEW". Dawn.com. 25 August 2024. Retrieved 19 October 2024.
  9. "Yumna Zaidi starrer 'Nayab' wins Best Foreign Film, Best First-Time Filmmaker at Cannes". The Express Tribune . 31 May 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.
  10. Web Desk (6 November 2024). "Yumna Zaidi gears up for exciting new role in drama 'Qarz e Jaan'". Jang (newspaper). Archived from the original on 6 November 2024. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
  11. Siddiqui, Saman (20 November 2024). "Qarz e Jaan Episode-1 Review: A Promising Start with Engaging Storytelling". Oye yeah.