Very Filmy Explained

Director:Ali Hassan
Producer:Momina Duraid
Company:MD Productions
Starring:Dananeer Mobeen
Ameer Gilani
Country:Pakistan
Language:Urdu
Open Theme:Ahmed Ali
Composer:Ahmed Ali
Num Seasons:1
Num Episodes:31
Camera:Multi-camera setup
Location:Karachi, Pakistan
Baku, Azerbaijan
Runtime:36 minutes
Network:Hum TV

Very Filmy is a 2024 Pakistani Ramadan special television series written by Syed Mohammad Ahmed, directed by Ali Hassan and produced by Momina Duraid of MD Productions.[1] It stars an ensemble cast of Dananeer Mobeen, Ameer Gilani, Bushra Ansari, Mira Sethi, Ali Safina, Mira Sethi, Ukhano and Nabeel Zuberi. It premiered on Hum TV on 12 March 2024.[2]

Premise

Despite their diverging paths, Daniya and Rohaan feel compelled to marry and are intertwined in the fabric of love by destiny. Rohaan, returning from overseas (Azerbaijan), is reluctant to wed a Pakistani girl he hasn't met. Nevertheless, due to parental pressure, he consents. Unexpectedly, they both discover love blossoming just around the corner.

Cast

Soundtrack

The official soundtrack of the series 'Tere Rang Rang ' is performed and composed by Ahmed Ali, and lyrics by Syed Mohammad Ahmed.[1]

Production

In December 2023, the details of Hum TV's Ramadan specials were revealed which feature Ameer Gilani and Dananeer Mobeen as leads, and written by Syed Mohammad Ahmed. Principal photography for the series took place in Baku, Azerbaijan and Karachi, Pakistan.

On April, 12 2024 the series ended with the airing of the 31st and final episode.[4]

Broadcast and controversy

The fact that the drama mocked various Shah Rukh Khan movies did not sit well with netizens, who demanded an immediate ban on the drama. Some were disappointed that Pakistani dramas were now making fun of another nation's drama for attention, while others were miffed that the said dramas were promoting Indian movies.[5]

Reception

The series received a positive review in Dawn.[6] Youlin Magazine was far more mixed and stated, "Nevertheless, the show suffers from a dearth of comedy and relatability. The allusions to famous Bollywood movies is also a bit over dramatic, and has been criticised by netizens. On the whole, it makes for a good light-hearted watch after Iftar, if you have nothing better to do."[7]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Lights, camera, romance: Dananeer Mobeen and Ameer Gilani set to steal hearts in 'Very Filmy'. 2024-02-19. 2023-02-25. 24NewsHD. https://web.archive.org/web/20240225064950/https://24newshd.tv/19-Feb-2024/lights-camera-romance-dananeer-mobeen-and-ameer-gilani-set-to-steal-hearts-in-very-filmy-. 2024-02-25.
  2. Web site: Here's a round-up of all the new shows coming out this Ramazan. Images. Staff. 2024-03-12. Dawn Images. 2024-03-19.
  3. Web site: 4 March 2024 . Ramadan 2024: dramas to watch out for on HUM TV . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240305050220/https://humnews.pk/life/ramadan-2024-dramas-to-watch-out-for-on-hum-tv/ . 5 March 2024 . 5 March 2024 . Hum News.
  4. Very Filmy - Eid Special - Last Episode 31 - 12 Apr 24 - Foodpanda, Mothercare & Ujooba Beauty Cream . 2024-04-12 . HUM TV . 2024-09-19 . YouTube.
  5. Web site: Ariff . Sana . 2024-03-18 . Ramadan Drama Controversy: Public Outcry Over 'Very Filmy' Sparks Debate . 2024-06-15 . Social Diary Magazine . en-US.
  6. Web site: Mossadiq . Zainab . 2024-03-27 . HUM TV's Very Filmy strikes the perfect balance between love, laughter, and meaningful messages . 2024-06-12 . Images . en.
  7. Web site: Khalid . Saman . Have Ramzan Dramas Hit a New Low? - Saman Khalid - Youlin Magazine . 2024-06-12 . www.youlinmagazine.com . en.