Read time: approx 20-25mins Every now and then, a Pakistani drama shows up that makes you sit up and go, “Wait… why does this actually feel real?” Parwarish is one of those. It’s not full of evil in-laws, love triangles, or long courtroom monologues. Instead, it quietly zooms in on something way more complicated — parenting, growing up, mental health, and what it actually feels like to be a teenager (or a confused parent) in today’s world. No screaming matches, no dramatic thunder sound effects — just honest, messy, relatable moments that hit way closer to home than we expected. And with that, let’s break down why Parwarish might just be one of the most refreshingly real shows we’ve had in a while... Pace Every episode feels like a full, healthy eating plate — you get sweetness, bitterness, and something nourishing. Whether it’s the slow-burn friendship of Wali (Samar Jafri) and Amal (Reham Rafiq) , the comforting wisdom in grandad’s scenes, or the small family dinners ...
Love Guru came out with all the hype—Mahira Khan, Humayun Saeed, and a shiny London backdrop. Naturally, I was excited. But honestly? Beyond the big names and pretty locations, it was… kinda just your usual rom-com with nothing that really stands out.
Dragging Pace and Engagement Issues
By the time the interval rolled around, I was already feeling a bit bored and just waiting for the movie to end. The first half kept me visually engaged, but it started to drag, and the second half didn’t pick up much. It felt like the story was stretched unnecessarily just to fill the runtime, which made the whole experience less engaging than I’d hoped.
Chemistry and Character Choices
Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed have this natural chemistry on screen, which does keep things somewhat enjoyable. But honestly, it felt a little strange still shipping their romantic vibes at their ages now. What really threw me off was Mahira’s character—she knows she’s getting married in just 12 days but spends her time casually hanging out with Humayun’s character, almost like she forgot about her fiancé.
Speaking of the fiancé, Ahmed Ali Butt’s role felt completely forced, like a random cameo just because he’s part of the Humayun-Ahmed duo we keep seeing everywhere. Ramsha Khan’s character also felt out of place—she didn’t add much to the plot and honestly seemed unnecessary. They just incorporated her as a stereotype of how British girls perhaps behave.
London Setting and Cultural Clash
The London backdrop definitely gave the film a polished, glamorous look and was the perfect excuse for some of the western elements like casual drinking and bar scenes. Mahira’s wardrobe was all over the place—one minute she’s rocking bold deep-neck dresses, the next she’s bundled up in jumpers and scarves (did she forget her scarf earlier?). At the start of the film, she's dancing in a tank top, then by the end of the film she was dancing in churidar?? It felt like Pakistani cinema’s attempt at westernising, but in a slightly awkward way.
One scene that really stood out (for all the wrong reasons) was the jacuzzi scene where half-naked men and women are chilling together. Watching that with family around was super uncomfortable, and I couldn’t help but wonder what the male actors were thinking, being so close in that setting.
Bollywood Déjà Vu?
At times, Love Guru didn’t just feel inspired by Bollywood—it felt like a direct copy-paste. There’s a scene where Humayun Saeed and Mahira Khan are driving through the countryside, and I couldn’t help but instantly think of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. Mahira’s outfit, the location, the vibe—it was giving serious Kajol energy.
On top of that, one of the songs felt very Fanaa-esque (Mere Haath Mein) with dramatic choreography and styling that looked straight out of a Yash Raj set. They even casually dropped Ranbir Kapoor’s name in one of the dialogues, which made the Bollywood influence way too obvious. It’s like the film was trying to tap into that familiar Bollywood nostalgia, but it just ended up feeling like a mashup rather than something with its own identity.
Production Quality and Music
On the production side, Love Guru definitely looks good. The glossy visuals and Bollywood-style glam make it a feast for the eyes. The songs were catchy and lively, and they helped keep the energy up when the story was dragging. However, that one song with Ramsha Khan trying to seduce Humayun Saeed instantly mirrored the typical Bollywood-viral item songs. This song also went viral...for all the wrong reasons ofcourse. I'm really not sure what they were thinking when adding in that song to the movie but I'm pretty sure the public reaction and memes were expected at this point.
Final Thoughts: Style Over Substance
Emotionally, the movie left me pretty cold. There were no big laughs or heartfelt moments—just a lot of meh. Honestly, I don’t go in with high hopes for Pakistani movies at all, and Love Guru didn’t change that for me. It’s clearly marketed with star power and fancy visuals, but the story is something we’ve all seen before, and it doesn’t bring anything new to the table.
