Thori Si Wafa Chahiye

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Thori Si Wafa Chahiye
Original titleتھوڑی سی وفا چاہیے
Written bySyed Wasi Shah
Directed by Yasir Nawaz
Starring
Opening theme Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Country of originPakistan
Original languageUrdu
No. of episodes18
Production
ProducerHassan Zia
Production companyMastermind Productions
Release
Original network Geo Entertainment
Original releaseMarch 18 (2010-03-18) 
July 15, 2010 (2010-07-15)

Thori Si Wafa Chahiye is a Pakistani television series directed by Yasir Nawaz, written by Syed Wasi Shah, and first broadcast on Geo Entertainment. It stars Iffat Rahim, Sajid Hasan, and Mehwish Hayat in the lead roles. The series is based on extra-marital affairs. [1] [2]

Contents

The series received two nominations at the 11th Lux Style Awards, including Best TV Actor for Hasan and Best TV Director.

Plot

There is a lack of understanding between the married couple, Rania and Sheraz. Sheraz is a corrupt government officer and has two children from Rania. The dispute between them and arrogant nature of Sheraz results in divorce. He later marries his beautiful and young colleague, Mehreen, who belongs to a poor family. Rania also moves on in her life and marries a nice guy, Jasim. On the other hand, Sheraz is then dismissed due to corruption charges. To save his assets from confiscation, he transfers his assets to his new father-in-law. After several investigations, he is sent to prison but later comes out after making a deal, according to which he is terminated permanently from the job. He goes to Mehreen who has now started an affair with Sheraz's assistant and asks for his property back, which she denies.

Cast

Reception

Dawn praised the performances of the lead cast, especially of Hasan's acting, but criticised the violent scenes. [3]

Accolades

YearAwardCategoryRecipient(s)/ nominee(s)ResultRef.
2011 Lux Style Awards Best Television Director Yasir Nawaz Nominated [4]
Best Television Actor - Satellite Sajid Hasan Nominated

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References

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