Parwarish

Parwarish () is a 2025 Pakistani television drama series that premiered on ARY Digital on 7 April 2025. Produced by Fahad Mustafa under the banner of Big Bang Entertainment, the series is directed by Meesam Naqvi and written by Kiran Siddiqui. It stars Aina Asif and Samar Abbas Jafri in lead roles, marking their reunion after the 2023 drama Mayi Ri. The series revolves around youth facing generational conflict and societal pressures during adolescence.

 Premise 
Parwarish centers on Wali Jahangir, a talented young man returning to Pakistan from the U.S., whose passion for music clashes with his father's traditional values. Maya, a strong-willed girl from a conservative family, dreams of becoming a doctor on her own terms. As Wali and Maya's paths cross, they navigate familial expectations, generational divides, and emotional turmoil. With layered characters and heartfelt storytelling, the series explores identity, independence, and the complexities of parental love.

 Cast 
 Samar Abbas Jafri as Wali Jahangir
 Aina Asif as Maya Shaheer
 Reham Rafiq as Amal Suleman
 Abul Hasan as Sameer Suleman
 Nooray Zeeshan as Aania Jahangir
 Nauman Ijaz as Jahangir
 Savera Nadeem as Mahnoor Jahangir
 Saad Zameer Fareedi as Suleman
 Saman Ansari as Panah Suleman
 Arshad Mehmood as Dada
 Shamim Hilaly as Dadi
 Nazar ul Hassan as Shaheer
 Bakhtawar Mazhar as Sadia Shaheet
 Haleema Ali as Mashal Shaheer

 Production 
Parwarish was announced by Big Bang Entertainment in early 2025. The production team emphasized a focus on socially relevant storytelling rooted in everyday family life. Fahad Mustafa served as the producer, while Meesam Naqvi known for his direction of dramas such as Betiyaan and Mayi Ri, was brought on as director. Kiran Siddiqui, a playwright and theatre artist, made her television debut as the series writer. First teaser was released on 24 March 2025. Filming took place in Karachi, with the use of natural lighting and realistic sets to reflect urban middle-class settings.

 Release 
First episode for the series brodcast on 7 April 2025 on ARY Digital. Parwarish airs on ARY Digital every Monday and Tuesday at 8:00 PM (PKT). It is also available digitally through ARY Digital’s official YouTube channel for international streaming.

 Reception 
Parwarish received generally positive feedback upon its debut. Critics noted the performances of Aina Asif and Samar Abbas Jafri and their chemistry, following their successful pairing in Mayi Ri. The series was praised for its sensitive handling of youth-parent conflicts and mental health awareness among teenagers. Media outlets such as The Express Tribune, India Times, ARY News, Gulf Times and The Siasat Daily described the show as a promising addition to ARY Digital's 2025 lineup. Some reviews, however, pointed out similarities with past family dramas, suggesting the narrative arc could benefit from more originality.

 Post-production 
The post-production work for Parwarish was carried out by Orzan Studios, a visual effects and post-production company based in Arlington, Texas, United States. The studio, founded by Fozan Khan, has also contributed to other television series

Related pages
 List of programs broadcast by ARY Digital
 Mayi Ri

 References 

 Other websites 
 Official website

Category:2020s Pakistani television series
Category:2025 Pakistani television series debuts
Category:2025 television series endings
Category:Generation Z
Category:Pakistani television series
Category:Television series about families
Category:Urdu-language television programs