Raqeeb Se
| Raqeeb Se | |
|---|---|
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| Genre | |
| Written by | Bee Gul |
| Directed by | Kashif Nisar |
| Starring | Hadiqa Kiani Noman Ijaz Sania Saeed Iqra Aziz Faryal Mehmood |
| Opening theme | "Raqeeb Se" by Hadiqa Kiani |
| Country of origin | Pakistan |
| Original languages |
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| No. of episodes | 23 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Momina Duraid |
| Production location | Lahore, Pakistan |
| Running time | approx. 35-40 minutes |
| Production company | MD Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | Hum TV |
| Release | 20 January – 26 May 2021 |
Raqeeb Se (Template:Lang-ur) is a Pakistani romantic drama television series produced by Momina Duraid, written by Bee Gul and directed by Kashif Nisar. It aired on Hum TV from 20 January 2021 to 26 May 2021 all under MD Productions. Raqeeb Se revolves around the repercussions of a love story stretched around one's entire life. It features an ensemble cast of Hadiqa Kiani, Nauman Ijaz, Sania Saeed, Iqra Aziz, Faryal Mehmood and Saqib Sumeer. The series received critical acclaim due to its storyline and performances of the cast.
Plot
The television series is centered around four women and the men around them. Sakina takes her daughter and flees from her abusive husband. She seeks shelter at her former lover Maqsood Sahab's house and their love story is so tragic and interesting that his wife, Hajra and daughter, Insha, know it by heart.[1]
Hajra consoles Sakina and takes care of her and her daughter while Insha considers it an injustice to her mother.
Cast
- Hadiqa Kiani as Sakina
- Noman Ejaz as Maqsood
- Sania Saeed as Hajra
- Iqra Aziz as Ameera, Sakina's daughter
- Faryal Mehmood as Insha, Hajra and Maqsood's daughter
- Saqib Sameer as Rafique, Sakina's husband, later divorced
- Hamza Sohail as Abdul Rahman a.k.a. Abdul, Insha's love interest
- Salman Shahid as Masood, Maqsood's elder brother
- Saba Faisal as Aatka, Masood's wife and Maqsood's sister-in-law
- Hassan Mir as Kashif, Masood and Aatka's son, Ameera's love interest
- Ismat Iqbal as Maasi Anaraan, Sakina and Rafique's neighbor
Music
| Raqeeb Se - OST | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by | |
| Released | 12 January 2021 |
| Recorded | 2020 |
| Genre | Television soundtrack |
| Length | 04 Minutes 55 Seconds (4:55) |
| Language | Urdu |
| Label | M.D Productions |
| Producer | Momina Duraid |
| Music video | |
| "Raqeeb Se" OST on YouTube | |
The title song of Raqeeb Se is composed and performed by Hadiqa Kiani who played one of the lead role in the serial, while lyrics were penned by Khawar Kiani. It marks the return of the singer to the channel, since she performed the OST of channel's hit drama series Yaqeen Ka Safar' in 2016.
Track listing
All lyrics are written by Khawar Kiani; all music is composed by Hadiqa Kiani
| No. | Title | Artist(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Raqeeb Se" | Hadiqa Kiani | 4:55 |
Production
Background and development
Bee Gul, writer of the drama serial said; “It was a deliberate thought-out decision... I convinced myself that I do not have to write another issue-based serial, for we seem to have amplified and unwillingly exploited social issues by presenting them inconsistently for ratings. The subjects have lost their sensitivity as a result and do not come as hard-hitting narratives anymore. Therefore, I decided to go for something that is equally important, equally meaningful and maybe equally ignored as well, and the sentiment of love came to my mind. This is how Raqeeb Se happened.”[2]
Casting
Singer and vocalist Hadiq Kiani was selected to portray the Sakina, one of the leading role, thus series marked her acting debut.[3][4] Veteran actors Naumaan Ijaz and Sania Saeed were selected to portray the roles of Maqsood and Hajra, previously acted together in Jhumka Jaan (2009) Khamoshiyan (2010), Aao Kahani Buntay Hain (2011) and Sang-e-Mar Mar (2016).[2] Young actors such as Iqra Aziz, Faryal Mehmood and Hamza Sohail, son of veteran actor and comedian Sohail Ahmed were cast in prominent roles.[2][5] Theater actor Saqib Sumeer was selected to play the role of Rafique Ali, previously offered to Sohail Ahmed.[6] Likewise, Saba Faisal and Salam Shahid were cast in supporting roles of Aatka and Masood respectively.[5]
Reception
The series received critical acclaim due to performances and storyline.[7][8] Hrithik Sharma of El Viaje Reviews included it into his select list of "Pakistani Gems" and says that "Raqeeb Se is a masterfully written show powered by extraordinary performances, meticulous direction, and euphonious background score". He adds, "The performances are breathtaking. Especially of the three principal characters. Maqsud Saab, played by Nauman Ijaaz brings in exactly the right amounts of charm and helplessness. Hajra, played by Sania Saeed, keeps you wondering whether she is too good to be true, or is she actually happily devoted to Maqsud and Sakeena’s love story. And then, my personal favorite, Hadiqa Kiyani, who towers over every scene and magically dominates every frame that she is part of".[9]
The News International praised the storyline of the serial and said it "A Breath of Fresh Air".[7][10] The newspaper also praised the performance of debutants Hadiqa Kiani and Hamza Sohail.[11]
Awards and nominations
Lux Style Awards
| Ceremony | Categories | Recipients | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21st Lux Style Awards[12] | Best TV Director | Kashif Nisar | Won |
| Best TV Writer | Bee Gul | Nominated | |
| Best TV Actor (Critics' Choice) | Noman Ijaz | ||
| Best TV Actress (Critics' Choice) | Iqra Aziz | ||
| Hadiqa Kiani | Won | ||
| Best Emerging Talent in TV | |||
| Best TV Ensemble | Cast of Raqeeb Se | Nominated |
Hum Awards
| Date of ceremony | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 24, 2022 | Hum Awards | Best Drama Serial - Popular | Momina Duraid | Nominated | |
| Best Actress - Popular | Hadiqa Kiani | Nominated | |||
| Iqra Aziz | Won | ||||
| Best Actor - Popular | Nauman Ijaz | Nominated | |||
| Best Original Soundtrack | Momina Duraid and Hadiqa Kiani | Nominated |
References
- ^ "Ep1: Sania Saeed & Hadiqa Kiani steal the limelight in 'Raqeeb Se'". Something Haute. 21 January 2021. Retrieved 10 March 2021.
- ^ a b c "Iqra Aziz, Naumaan Ijaz's upcoming drama 'Raqeeb Se' to be an unconventional love story". The Current. 10 October 2020. Retrieved 10 March 2021.
- ^ "Hadiqa Kiani is ready to make her acting debut". Images of dawn. 4 January 2021.
- ^ Staff Report (12 January 2021). "Hadiqa Kiani discloses details about latest drama Raqeeb Se". The Nation. Retrieved 5 March 2021.
- ^ a b Staff Report (19 January 2021). "'Raqeeb Se' takes you on a rollercoaster ride of thrill and emotions". Daily Times. Retrieved 5 March 2021.
- ^ "Video: Rafiq Ali in 'Raqeeb Se' is not a negative character, says Saqib Sumeer". Something Haute. 25 March 2021.
- ^ a b Gaitee Ara Siddiqi (11 April 2021). "Raqeeb Say – a breath of fresh air". The News International. Retrieved 27 May 2021.
- ^ Sadaf Haider (21 December 2021). "The good, the bad and the strange — 2021 in dramas". Dawn Images. Retrieved 21 December 2021.
- ^ Hrithik Sharma (18 May 2021). "El Viaje Reviews : Stop everything you are doing and watch Raqeeb Se NOW!". El Viaje Reviews. Archived from the original on 18 May 2021. Retrieved 18 May 2021.
- ^ Intsab Sahi (28 March 2021). "Women in focus". The News International. Archived from the original on 28 March 2021.
- ^ Afreen Seher (16 May 2021). "Debut actors to watch out for". The News International. Retrieved 27 May 2021.
- ^ https://tribune.com.pk/story/2387740/lsa-2022-and-the-nominees-are
External links
- Pakistani television series
- Hum TV original programming
- 2021 Pakistani television series debuts
- Hum TV
- Hum Network Limited
- Urdu-language television shows
- Pakistani romantic drama television series
- Television series by MD Productions
- MD Productions
- Television series created by Momina Duraid
- 2021 Pakistani television series endings
- Urdu-language telenovelas
- Pakistani telenovelas