Popular Comedy Shows from Pakistan

Pakistani dramas especially comedy shows have gained immense popularity not just in Pakistan but all over the world. This is because Pakistani dramas are not only entertaining but they also reflect our culture and values. The drama industry in Pakistan has come a long way and it keeps getting better with each passing day. We now have some very talented actors and directors who are not only able to entertain us but also educate us about our culture and values.

Pakistani comedy dramas are a popular genre of drama that is aired on television. They are typically light-hearted and focus on the everyday lives of ordinary people, romantic relationships, family life, as well as the dynamics between mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law (Saas bahu). These dramas are often comedic in nature, and provide viewers with relief from the more serious dramas that are also popular in Pakistan.

The Popularity of Pakistani Comedy Shows

What makes comedy shows so popular is the fact that they are very relatable. The characters are often based on real-life people, and the storylines are realistic. This makes viewers feel like they are part of the show, and they can easily relate to the characters.

Another reason for their popularity is the comedic talent of Pakistani comedians. These actors have a great sense of humor, and they know how to entertain audiences. They often use their own personal experiences as material for their shows, which makes them even more relatable.

Famous Pakistani Comedy Actors and Actresses

Pakistani comedy actors and actresses are popular and well known for their work in the comedy genre. Some of the most famous comedians in Pakistan include Fahad Mustafa, Ayesha Omer, Danish Taimoor, Ayeza Khan, Farhan Saeed, Ahmed Ali Butt, Ramshackle Khan, Nadeem Zafar, Mahmood Aslam, Hina Dilpazir. They have starred in many comedy films and television shows that have been successful with audiences. Pakistani comedians often deal with social issues in their sketches, which makes their humor relatable to many people.

10 Best Comedy Drama Shows from Pakistan

Without any further delay, let’s jump onto our list of the 10 best Pakistani comedy shows.

Suno Chanda

The 2018 series, Suno Chanda, is no doubt the best Pakistani comedy drama. This romantic comedy drama serial aired on Hum TV. The story of the drama serial is about two cousins, Jiya and Arsal, living in a joint family. They are forced into marriage by their dying grandfather, despite both not liking each other. Both of them have different ambitions in life and don’t spend a single day without arguing. They make every effort to call off the wedding. The drama serial is produced by Momina Duraid and written by Saima Akram Chaudhry. It stars Iqra Aziz, Farhan Saeed, Nadia Afgan, Nabeel Zuberi, and Farah Shah in the lead roles.

Chupke Chupke

The Pakistani drama industry is blessed with versatile and immensely talented actresses. Ayeza Khan is one of them. She has done dramas of different genres and proved her mettle as an actress.

One of her recent comedy dramas, Chupke chupke, was aired on Hum TV in 2021. The story of this romantic family drama revolves around the Nawab Family. After his death, the two wives of the Nawab Naik Bakht and Naik Parwar always fight with each other whenever they get a chance to. The drama received positive reviews from the viewers and critics alike. Ayeza Khan’s performance was highly praised. It is also written by Saima Akram Chaudhry and produced by Momina Duraid.

Taana Baana

Pakistani comedy drama Taana Baana has taken the internet by storm. It is a romantic comedy Drama aired on Hum TV during Ramadan 2021. The plot revolves around two teenagers Zoya and Zain, played by Alizeh Shah and Danyal Zafar respectively. Zain, a firm believer of astrology and horoscopes, falls in love and gets engaged to Zoya, who doesn’t want to get married yet, due to her studies. The show has managed to keep viewers hooked with its light-hearted and humorous take on the life of youth.

Bulbulay

Pakistani comedy drama Bulbulay is one of the longest-running and most popular comedies in the country. Starring Nabeel, Hina Dilpazir, Ayesha Omar, and Mehmood Aslam, Bulbulay tells the story of a dysfunctional family living in Karachi. The show has been running for over eight years, since 2009-2017, and has won numerous awards.

Nabeel and Mehmood go about an apartment owned by somebody else without the permission of the proprietor. However, chaos erupts for Nabeel when Khoobsurat, a runaway bride, decides to take a room with them and his mother, Mumtaz, comes visiting.

Bulbulay is helmed by director Nabeel and producer Ali Kazmi. It stars Nabeel Zafar, Ayesha Omar, Mehmood Aslam and Hina Dilpazeer in the lead roles. Hina Dilpazeer became people’s favorite due to her exceptional and hilarious acting and especially her walking style in this drama.

Nadaaniyaan

Pakistani comedy drama Nadaaniyaan aired from 2009 to 2011 on Geo TV and remained a favorite of the audience. Yasir, along with his wife Nida and brother Danish, is put in situations where they temporarily find themselves in a series of comical circumstances due to their syndicated outings and day-to-day duties as a daylong family.

Danish Nawaz, Yasir Nawaz, and Nida Yasir play the lead roles.

Aangan

Pakistani comedy shows have always been popular for their unique story lines and interesting characters. Aangan is one such drama that has recently gained a lot of attention. The story is about a happy family living in a small town in Pakistan. The father, played by Shehzad Sheikh, is a hard working man who wants the best for his family. His wife, played by Sajal Aly, supports him and provides a loving home for their children. The eldest daughter, played by Alishba Yousuf, is trying to figure out her place in the world. She is responsible and loves her family, but she also wants to pursue her own dreams. The second daughter, played by Hira Mani, is a carefree teenager who loves to have fun. And the youngest son, played by Muneeb Butt, is just starting to learn about life.

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Dolly Ki Aayegi Baraat

After Dolly renounces her seventh engagement, her mother is adamant that she marry Mushtaq. Although Dolly is uncertain about her mother’s choice, she decides to accept her wish and give it a try.

Its cast includes Ali Safina, Natasha Ali, Saba Hameed, and Bushra Ansari in the lead roles. The series is produced by Nadeem Baig and directed by Tahira Nadeem.

Kis Din Mera Viyah Hovega

This Pakistani comedy show aired on Geo TV in 2011 and stars Faisal Qureshi, Jana Malik, Aijaz Aslam, and Sangeeta. Muhammad Iftikhar Iffi directed this series.

The plot revolves around the Chaudhary family who live in a huge villa in a village. In order to seek protection from the gang he was a part of formerly, Sheeda disguises as a girl Sheedo. The fun begins when his best friend Chaudhry Nazakat falls for Sheedo.

Indian TV also adapted this drama with the same title due to the massive response and appreciation from the audience.

Dino ki Dulhaniya

Daniyal hires Noor to pretend to be his bride in taking charge of his family’s business. But his grandmother learns about his plot and counters with his own.

It premiered on Geo TV in 2018. Sana Javed, Feroz Khan and Ali Ansari can be seen in the lead roles. The same three starred in the massive hit Khaani, after which this on-screen couple has played in several dramas together.

Romeo Weds Heer

This hit was another series where the audience’s favorite on-screen couple Feroz Khan and Sana Javed starred. Feroze Khan is the comedy show’s eponymous character as the son of a doctor couple who have amassed a great deal of fortune, and Sana Javed is cast as Heer, the daughter of the herbal medication shop owner and a normal housewife. Two college sweethearts fight contrasting family backgrounds and end up marrying despite all the odds.

Our list of the 10 best Pakistani comedy drama shows ends here. Apart from these, Pakistan has produced dozens of outstanding dramas in comedy and other genres. This clearly shows the positive growth of the industry. The new dramas are attracting viewers not only in Pakistan but all over the world. The high-quality content and acting is the main reason for this success.