Kuch Ankahi
Kuch Ankahi is a Pakistani television series written by Syed Mohammad Ahmed and directed by Nadeem Baig.[1] It is produced by Kashf Foundation in collaboration with Six Sigma Plus. The series has an ensemble cast of Sajal Aly, Bilal Abbas Khan, Sheheryar Munawar, Syed Mohammad Ahmed, Mira Sethi, Qudsia Ali and Vaneeza Ahmed. It first aired on 7 January 2023.
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Original title | کُچھ اَن کہی |
Genre | Social
Romance Comedy |
Written by | Syed Mohammad Ahmed |
Directed by | Nadeem Baig |
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Theme music composer | Azaan Sami Khan |
Opening theme | "Kuch Ankahi" by Azaan Sami Khan |
Composer | Azaan Sami Khan |
Country of origin | Pakistan |
Original language | Urdu |
No. of episodes | 15 |
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Executive producer | Nadeem Baig |
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Original network | ARY Digital |
Original release | 7 January 2023 – present |
The Kashf Foundation
The Kashf Foundation is known for producing content surrounding women's empowerment. After four past dramas surrounding various sensitive topics like, abuse, rape and marital issues, Kuch Ankahi is a light-hearted take on women's social progress and the hardships they face in Pakistan.[1] Showcasing women from all strata of society, including a poor houseworker, a middle class real estate agent, and a rich businesswoman, the drama revolves around posthumous wealth distribution and the role of men in such situations.[1]
Synopsis
Aliya is a middle class young woman living with her parents (Agha Jaan and Shammo Begum) and her two sisters (Samiya and Tania).[1] Aliya is headstrong, works in real estate and is the breadwinner of her home.[1] Agha Jaan has been fighting a property case on his house, which, according to him, was given solely to him as an inheritance from his late father.[1] Agha Jaan does not have any written proof of being gifted this house before his father's death, to which his other siblings object and demand their rightful portions.[1] His morals don't allow him to illegally solve this issue (though he was given the chance) and he also doesn't have enough money to buy the house in full.[1] He faces many trials and tribulations while trying to get his daughters married, and while trying to fight this court case and giving his children their due rights.[1]
Salman is a middle class man who is also a real estate agent and is Aliya's old friend through work.[1] He lives with his mother (Almas), and eventually rents the upper portion of Aliya's house, after discovering and rekindling their mothers' long lost friendship.[1] Salman suffers from separation anxiety after his father left, and takes emotional stances and morals very seriously.[1] Aaliya on the other hand is too busy and worried about her home's financial crisis and is trying everything in her power to buy her house in full.[1] Salman is in love with Aaliya and asks for her hand in marriage, to which she doesn't give a solid response due to her stress and anxiety.[1]
Cast
- Sajal Aly as Aaliya Agha
- Bilal Abbas Khan as Salman
- Sheheryar Munawar as Asfar Motiwala
- Mohammad Ahmed as Agha Jaan, Aaliya's father
- Irsa Ghazal as "Shammo Begum", Sama, Aaliya's mother
- Mira Sethi as Samiya Agha, Aaliya's older sister
- Qudsia Ali as Tania Agha, Aaliya's younger sister
- Vaneeza Ahmad as Sofia Agha, Agha Jaan's younger sister
- Adnan Samad Khan as Shakeel, Agha Jaan and Sofia’s nephew
- Moona Shah as Mina, housemaid of Aaliya's house
- Annie Zaidi as Almas, Salman's mother
- Alina Abbas as Sehrish Motiwala, Asfar's step-sister
- Yousuf Bashir Qureshi as Asfar and Sehrish's father
- Babar Ali as Thanvi, Sofia's ex-fiance
- Asma Abbas as Zareena, Samiya's mother in law
- Ali Safina as Saif ur Rahman, Samiya's fiance
- Uroosa Siddiqui as Saif ur Rahman's girlfriend
- Mohammed Ehteshamuddin
- Abdullah Abid Malik as Ali, Tania's friend
- Emaan Khan as Neha, Mina's daughter
- Saqib Sumeer as Mina's husband
- Falak Shahzad as Deepak, Mina's son
- Hammad Farooq as Parmesh, Mina's nephew
- Shabir Murad as Munawar, Agha Jaan's lawyer
- Musaddiq Malek as Rafiq, Salman's business partner
Guest cast
- Nadeem Baig as motorist (Episode 12)
- Ali Tahir as Salman's client (Episode 15)
Production
In July 2021, the head of Kashf Foundation Roshaneh Zafar revealed that they are developing the concept for her next serial, that will be lighter in mood and with it she hopes to revive the days of Ankahi and Tanhaiyaan. She further revealed that it will address the themes such as population boom, reproductive health of women, domestic violence and family planning.[2] On 11 August 2022, Khan revealed on his Instagram account about his next project which was tentatively titled Kashf, a production of Six Sigma Plus. Later, Galaxy Lollywood reported that Aly will star opposite Khan in the series which will be directed by Nadeem Baig and written by Syed Mohammad Ahmed. Thus, it marked Aly and Khan's third on-screen together appearance after O Rangreza (2017) and feature film Khel Khel Mein (2021).[3][4] In November, the official title of series Kuch Ankahe was revealed.[5] In conservation with DAWN Images, Sethi revealed that the plot revolves around three sisters, and their aspirations; the release date of the series was also revealed.[6]
The first look of the series was unveiled on 23 December 2022.[7]
Soundtrack
The original soundtrack of the show was composed by Azaan Sami Khan, who also performed it and lyrics by Syed Mohammad Ahmed.[8]
Reception
Critical reception
DAWN Images praised the light heartedness and subtle messaging in the series.[11]
References
- Nadeem, Syed Omer (2023-01-05). "Kuch Ankahi | Empowerment, wit, and love galore". ARY Digital. Retrieved 2023-04-29.
- https://www.somethinghaute.com/video-founder-kashf-foundation-roshaneh-zafar-shares-details-of-next-project/
- "Exclusive: Sajal Aly And Bilal Abbas To Reunite For Nadeem Baig's Next". 11 August 2022.
- "Kashaf: Sajal Aly, Bilal Abbas Khan to reunite for a Nadeem Baig directorial". Express Tribune. 13 August 2022. Retrieved 24 September 2022.
- "Sajal Aly and Bilal Abbas pair up for their upcoming drama "Kuch Ankahe"". Bol News. 12 November 2022.
- Irfan ul Haq (21 December 2022). "Mira Sethi and Sajal Aly's upcoming drama Kuch Ankahi to release on Jan 15". images.dawn.com. Retrieved 21 December 2022.
- "First look at Sajal Aly, Bilal Abbas Khan's Kuch Ankahi". Cutacut. 23 December 2022. Retrieved 23 December 2022.
- "'Kuch Ankahi' — the star-studded OST is out now!". Daily Times. 6 January 2023. Archived from the original on 6 January 2023.
- "A Dream Start". Instagram. 9 January 2023. Archived from the original on 10 January 2023.
- "Brilliant Sotry!". Instagram. 2 May 2023. Archived from the original on 6 May 2023.
- Marsha Tayyab. "Here are 5 reasons why you need to watch Kuch Ankahi". images.dawn.com. Retrieved 25 January 2023.