Qarz e Jaan

Qarz-e-Jaan is a 2024 Pakistani television series, directed by Saqib Khan and written by Rabia Razzaque. The series is produced by Momina Duraid under the production banner of MD Productions. It stars Yumna Zaidi, Usama Khan and Nameer Khan as leads. The series revolves around the two lawyers, delving into the societal issues leading to oppression and injustice. The series first episode broadcast on 17 November 2024 on Hum TV.

Qarz e Jaan
Genre	Drama Thriller
Created by	Momina Duraid
Showrunner	Momina Duraid
Written by	Rabia Razzaque
Screenplay by	Rabia Razzaque
Directed by	Saqib Khan
Starring	Yumna Zaidi Usama Khan Nameer Khan Deepak Perwani
Opening theme	Gila Hai Kiya Tera by Quratulain Balouch
Ending theme	Gila Hai Kiya Tera by Quratulain Balouch
Composer	Adrain David
Country of origin	Pakistan
Original language	Urdu
No. of seasons	1
No. of episodes	30
Production
Producer	Momina Duraid
Production locations	Karachi,Sindh, Pakistan
Camera setup	Multi-camera setup
Running time	37 minutes
Production company	MD Productions
Original release
Network	Hum TV
Release	17 November 2024 (2024-11-17) – present

Plot

Nashwa Behzaad, a young woman whose life is marked by unforeseen struggles that lead her into a fierce battle for justice. Challenged by external forces, familial dynamics and inner conflicts, Nashwa embodies resilience as she confronts the darkness that threatens to consume her. Later her family decides to get her married to her cousin Ammar Bakhtiyar.

Cast

Main

• Yumna Zaidi as Nashwa Ammar (nee Behzaad) : Bisma and Behzaad's daughter, Asim's step-daughter, Burhan's step-sister, Ruksana, Jameel and Barkat's granddaughter, Bakhtiar's niece, Ammar's cousin turned wife, Beenish's cousin turned sister in law, Sana and Faryal's friend.
• Usama Khan as Barrister Burhaan Asim : Asim's adoptive son, Bisma's step-son, Nashwa's step-brother.
• Nameer Khan as Ammar Bakhtiar : Bakhtiar and Sidra's son, Barkat's grandson, Beenish's brother, Nashwa's cousin turned husband, Faryal's cousin turned ex fiance, Qudsia and Behzaad's nephew.

Recurring

• Tazeen Hussain as Bisma Asim (nee Jameel Ahmad; formerly Behzaad) : Jameel and Ruksana's daughter, Behzaad's cousin turned wife turned widow, Nashwa's mother, Asim's cousin turned wife, Burhaan's step-mother, Asghar's niece, Bakhtiar's cousin.
• Faisal Rehman as Asim Asghar Ahmad : Sabreena and Asghar's son, Burhaan's adoptive father, Nashwa's step-father, Jameel and Ruksana's nephew turned son in law, Bisma's cousin turned second husband, Bakhtiar and Behzaad's cousin, Qudsia and Sidra's childhood friend.
• Deepak Parwani as Bakhtiar : Barkat's son, Sidra's husband, Beenish and Ammar's father, Behzaad's brother.
• Sakina Samo as Barkat: Bakhtiar and Behzaad's mother, Sidra's aunt turned mother in law, Bisma's aunt turned ex mother in law, Qudsia's aunt, Ammar, Beenish and Nashwa's grandmother.
• Anika Zulfiqar as Faryal Jehangir : Jehangir and Qudsia's daughter, Ammar's cousin turned ex fiance, Beenish's cousin, Sidra's niece, Nashwa and Burhaan's friend.
• Daniyal Aamir as Asad : Beenish's husband (Dead).
• Salma Asim as Sidra Bakhtiar : Bakhtiar's wife, Beenish and Ammar's wife, Barket's niece turned daughter in law.
• Ismat Zaidi as Sabreena Asghar Ahmad : Asghar's widow, Asim's mother, Bisma's aunt turned mother in law, Burhaan's adoptive grandmother, Nashwa's grandaunt and step grandmother.
• Fajr Sheikh as Beenish Asad (nee Bakhtiar) : Bakhtiar and Sidra's daughter, Ammar's sister, Asad's wife turned widow; Nashwa's cousin turned sister in law.
• Tabbasum Arif as Qudsia Jehangir : Sidra's sister, Jehangir's wife, Faryal's mother, Barkat's niece, Bakhtiar's cousin turned sister in law, Behzaad's cousin, Ammar and Beenish's aunt.

Soundtrack

The official soundtrack for the series was performed by Quratulain Balouch, composed by Adrian David and the lyrics by late Shakeel Sohail. The OST released on 17 November 2024 by Hum TV.

Music video

• Qarz e Jaan - Full OST on YouTube

Production

In June 2024, it reported that Zaidi and Khan would star in Amna Mufti's written Andher Nagri, directed by Amin Iqbal. Nevertheless, further reports confirmed the series' title change to Khoon Baha, with Rabia Razzaq as writer and Saqib Khan as director. Hussain disclosed her portrayal of Zaidi's mother, alongside Rehman. It marked Khan and Zaidi's second on-screen appearance previously starred in 2024 film Nayab. The official posters and teasers were unveiled in November, with changed title, Qarz-e-Jaan.

Reception

Critical reception

Oyeyeah reviewed the first episode and stated that "After watching the first episode, it is noted that the ensemble cast effectively sets the stage for the unfolding narrative and conflicts ahead. The initial episode successfully establishes the characters’ backgrounds and motivations, leaving viewers eager to learn more about their journeys".

External links

• Official Website
• Qarz e Jaan at IMDb