''Quddusi Sahab Ki Bewah'' ( ur, , lit=Mr. Quddusi's Widow) is a Pakistani comedy drama television series which premiered in 2012 on

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. The series became popular soon after its initial telecast due to storyline, authentic humour and

Hina Dilpazeer Hina Dilpazeer Khan credited as Hina Dilpazeer ( ur, ) is a Pakistani actress, comedian and host. Known for her comic roles, she is widely regarded as one of the popular comedian and actresses of Pakistan. Khan made her first professional scree ...

's acting in multiple roles, portraying more than 20 characters. It is the follow up television series of telefilms written by

Fasih Bari Khan Fasih Bari Khan( ur, ) also spelled as Faseeh Bari Khan is a television scriptwriter from Pakistan. He was born in Karachi, Pakistan. Khan is generally known for the bold portrayals of social issues in his writings. He also wrote Lollywood fil ...

and directed by Mazhar Moin.

Plot

It is a story of two families living in upper and lower stories of a house. The householder Aleem-ud-Din lives upstairs with his family consisting of his wife Nunhi, a divorced daughter Bhunarya, a son Maqsood and daughter-in-law Rooh Afzaa. While Qudussi's widow, Shakooran live downstairs as tenant with her three daughters Khajusta Jahan, Badraka Jahan, Shagufta Jahan and a son Abdul Wudood Ahmad. Aqeela Bhabhi is also a major character who is a neighbor and a good friend of Shakooran. Both families are later shifted to a new house which is owned by Shakooran, when Shagufta Jahan is married to Aleem-ud-Din. Aqeela is kicked out of her own house by her sons and lives with Shakooran, who makes her do all the housework.

Cast and characters

Production

Filming

The principal shooting of the serial took place in

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. Whereas for some episodes, shooting also took place at

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Reception

The series received critical acclaim due to its humour, storyline and Dilpazir's performance. Her performance in almost 40 characters (including the titular characters, supporting characters and some recurring characters) earned her praise from critics as well as audience.

Accolades

References

External links

Official Website

Maqsood Bhai " Quddusi Saahib ki bewah " Passed Away Today
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