| Ullu Baraye Farokht Nahi | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Also known as | Aaj Rang Hai |
| Genre | |
| Written by | Amna Mufti |
| Directed by | Kashif Nisar |
| Starring | |
| Opening theme | Sahir Ali Bagga |
| Composer | Sahir Ali Bagga |
| Country of origin | Pakistan |
| Original language | Urdu |
| No. of episodes | 25 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Momina Duraid |
| Producer | Noman Masood |
| Production company | Naught Forty Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | Hum TV |
| Release | 30 April – 15 October 2013 |
Ullu Baraaye Farokht Nahi (Urdu: الو براۓ فروخت نہیں, lit. 'The owl is not for sale') is a Pakistani drama television serial based on the afsana of the same name by Amna Mufti which was first published in 2009 in a monthly Urdu journal Shuaa.[1] Directed by Kashif Nisar, the serial stars an ensemble cast of Nauman Ijaz, Sohail Ahmed, Saba Qamar, Uzma Hassan, Irsa Ghazal, Yumna Zaidi and Noman Masood in prominent roles. Deals with the subject of feudalism and Watta satta, the series serves as a dark indictment on a society where men can abuse their power with impunity.[2][3]
The series received praise due to performances of the actors and storyline,[4] and was nominated in all categories at 13th Lux Style Awards.[5]
Plot
[edit]In a village, two estranged brothers, Mian Yakoob Malkana and Mian Ishaq Malkana, reunite their families through a Watta satta marriage. However, their reconciliation is short-lived as Ishaq seeks revenge for his son's murder by killing Nazeer Fatima, Mian Yakoob's daughter, and burying her under an elm tree. Mian Ghulam Fareed, Mian Yakoob's son, manipulates the housemaid, Sajida, into stealing keys and later suffocates his father. He mistreats his wife, Gul-e-Rana, and suspects foul play in his father's death but keeps it hidden.
Aasia Yakoob Malkana, Ghulam Fareed's sister who lives and studies in the city, falls for her married teacher, Professor Chuhan, leading to a decline in her studies. Gul-e-Rana takes charge of the household and discovers her pregnancy shortly after. Ghulam Fareed improves his relationship with her and arranges Sajida's marriage to Wali Muhammad, leading to her suicide.
Ghulam Fareed's elder sister, Kaneez Fatima, affectionately known as Aapi Ji by the younger family members, intends to marry off Aasia to Professor Chuhan when visits her, as per Aasia's own desire. However, Ghulam Fareed strongly opposes this plan. Gul-e-Rana gives birth to two children and calls Aapi Ji back to the haveli. Ishaq Malkana visits his grandchildren, and Aapi Ji confronts him about Nazeer Fatima's death. She learns the truth from Zaid, a dervish and the former servant, and reveals it to the family.
Ghulam Ali, Ishaq's son, is shot and killed, leaving both the families devastated. Ishaq seeks revenge, and Ghulam Fareed's sons are killed. Aapi Ji's health declines, and Ghulam Fareed brings Zaid to the haveli purposely to treat her, rather than consulting the doctor. To escape from the politics intrigues of the haveli, Aapi Ji proposes marriage to Zaid but he refuses. Ghulam Fareed discovers their plan and murders Zaid, imprisoning Aapi Ji in a room.
Aasia's mental health deteriorates further, and Ghulam Fareed exploits Aapi Ji's vulnerability, subjecting unsuspecting girls to assault. When the newlywed Zubia gets trapped, Aasia's friend, Samra, now an NGO worker, comes to rescue Zubia on her husband's request and learns about the heinous crimes in the haveli. She devises a plan with Sir Chauhan and recovers Zubia with the help of Ishaq Malkana. She also manages to escape Aasia with Wali Muhammad, who married secretly.
Ghulam Fareed attempts to locate Aasia but fails. At a dark night, Samra and a journalist accompanying her are shot by unknown assailants around the haveli, while trying to help Aasia after her return to the haveli. Enraged, Ghulam Fareed plots to kill his sisters but accidentally ingests the poisoned Sardai meant for them. The haveli is left deserted, with only Aapi Ji and Gul-e-Rana remaining, both traumatized. The story is later fictionalized by the author Professor Chuhan, who receives an award for this book.
Cast
[edit]- Noman Ijaz as Mian Ghulam Farid
- Saba Qamar as Gul E Rana
- Noman Masood as Wali Muhammad
- Sohail Ahmed as Ishaq Malkana
- Yumna Zaidi as Aasiya
- Omair Rana as Sir Chauhan
- Kamran Mujahid as Ghulam Ali
- Irsa Ghazal as Aapa Bi
- Uzma Hassan as Sajida
- Saleem Mairaj as the Fakir
- Nargis Rasheed as Batool
- Hina Rizvi as Fatima
- Faiza Gillani as Sitara
- maria wasti
Broadcast and release
[edit]The series premiered on Hum TV on 30 April 2013.[citation needed]
The show also aired in India on Zindagi from 3 February 2015 to 21 March 2015 under title Aaj Rang Hai.[6]
Awards
[edit]- Hum Award for Best Actor in a negative role to Noman Ijaz
- 13th Lux Style Awards for Best Drama Writer to Amna Mufti.[7]
Nominations
[edit]- 13th Lux Style Awards for Best TV Serial - Satellite
- 13th Lux Style Awards for Best TV Actress to Irsa Ghazal
- 13th Lux Style Awards for Best TV Actor to Noman Ijaz
- 13th Lux Style Awards for Best TV Director to Kashif Nisar
References
[edit]- ^ Husain, Rumana (12 October 2014). ""It's important for writers to read, reflect and evaluate other writings critically"". The News International. Retrieved 19 April 2021.
- ^ "Important Pakistani dramas you can catch up on while self-isolating". Dawn Images. 12 May 2020.
- ^ "Ullu Baraye Farokht Nahi by Hum TV". www.web.pk. Retrieved 19 April 2021.
- ^ "The award for best Pakistani drama of 2013 goes to…". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 4 July 2018.
- ^ "2014 Lux Style Awards: Meet the nominees!". Dawn. 13 August 2014.
- ^ "Zindagi's New Year begins with two new shows". Indian Express dot Com. 2 January 2015. Retrieved 9 July 2021.
- ^ Desk, Entertainment (4 December 2014). "13th Lux Style awards: And the winners are..." DAWN.COM. Retrieved 4 July 2018.
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