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* [[Romance film|Romance]]
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| writer = Radain Shah
| director = [[Shahid Shafaat]]
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* [[Ramsha Khan]]
* [[Khushhal Khan (actor)|Khushhal Khan]]
* [[Nauman Ijaz]]
* [[Sami Khan]]
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| last_aired = {{End date|present}}
| country = Pakistan
| language = Urdu
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| runtime = 35 minutes
| producer = Multiverse Entertainment<br>Green Entertainment
| num_episodes = 7
| company = Multiverse Entertainment
| open_theme = ''Jhooti Ana Kay Dawaydar'' by [[Asrar (musician)|Asrar]] and [[Shuja Haider]]
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'''''Duniyapur''''' (stylised as '''DuniyaPur'''), is a 2024 [[Urdu]]-language Pakistani television drama series directed by [[Shahid Shafaat]] and written by Radain Shah. The series is produced under Multiverse Entertainment and it premiered on 25 September 2024 on Green Entertainment. It stars an ensemble cast of [[Nauman Ijaz]], [[Khushhal Khan (actor)|Khushhal Khan]], [[Ramsha Khan]] [[Sami Khan]] and [[Manzar Sehbai]].<ref name="auto3">{{Cite web|url=https://www.dawn.com/news/1860190|title=SPOTLIGHT: THE BADLANDS OF DUNIYAPUR|first=Mohammad|last=Kamran Jawaid|date=September 22, 2024|website=DAWN.COM}}</ref><ref name="auto5">{{Cite web|url=https://jang.com.pk/en/21512-khushhal-khan-ramsha-khans-chemistry-in-duniyapur-wows-fans-news|title=Khushhal Khan, Ramsha Khan's chemistry in 'DuniyaPur' wows fans|date=September 26, 2024|website=Daily Jang}}</ref> ''Duniyapur'' is the costliest drama made in the history of Pakistani television.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.desiblitz.com/content/new-teaser-for-ramsha-khans-duniyapur-unveiled|title=New Teaser for Ramsha Khan's 'DuniyaPur' Unveiled|first=Ayesha|last=Butt|date=September 10, 2024|website=DESIblitz}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://bridesandyou.com/2024/09/21/ptvs-most-expensive-production-dunyapur-to-premiere-on-sep-25th/|title=PTV's most expensive production "Dunyapur" to premiere on Sep 25th – Brides & You}}</ref>

The series follows the fierce rivalry between the Adam and Nawab families in Duniyapur. After losing their eldest sons, Shahmeer and Ana, united by grief and love, work to end the feud and restore peace to the town.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.dawn.com/news/1860190|title=SPOTLIGHT: THE BADLANDS OF DUNIYAPUR|first=Mohammad|last=Kamran Jawaid|date=September 22, 2024|website=DAWN.COM|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241009173614/https://www.dawn.com/news/1860190|archive-date=October 9, 2024}}</ref>

== Plot ==
In the troubled town of Duniyapur, a rivalry between the Adam and Nawab families reaches its peak when the oldest sons from each side are killed in a fight. This loss pushes Shahmeer Adam, who had always wanted to escape his family’s legacy, and Ana Nawab, who steps into a leadership role after her brother’s death, to face their families' hatred.

As they deal with their sadness and new responsibilities, Shahmeer and Ana fall in love. Together, they work to end the long-standing feud and, with help from the local police, succeed in bringing peace and harmony back to Duniyapur.<ref name="auto5"/><ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://english.aaj.tv/news/330380122/drama-duniyapur-a-story-or-chess-board-aaj-news|title=Drama Duniyapur A Story or Chess Board - Aaj News|date=September 19, 2024|website=Aaj English TV |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240925140606/https://english.aaj.tv/news/330380122/drama-duniyapur-a-story-or-chess-board-aaj-news |archive-date=September 25, 2024}}</ref>

== Cast ==
=== Main ===
* [[Nauman Ijaz]] as Nauroz Adam: Nawabzadi's elder son; Aurangzeb's brother; Bakhtawar's husband; Nayab, Shahmir and Nimra's father
* [[Khushhal Khan (actor)|Khushhal Khan]] as Shahmir Adam: Nauroz and Bakhtawar's younger son; Nayab and Nimra's brother
* [[Ramsha Khan]] as Ana Dilawaiz: Dilawaiz's daughter; Fahad's sister
* [[Sami Khan]] as Mir Hassan: SHO of DuniyaPur
* [[Manzar Sehbai]] as Nawab Dilawaiz: Noshaba and Nimra's husband; Fahad and Ana's father

=== Recurring ===
* [[Zaib Rehman]] as Nawabzadi: Nauroz and Aurangzeb's mother
* [[Saima Qureshi]] as Bakhtawar Nauroz Adam: Nauroz's wife; Nayab, Shahmir and Nimra's mother
* [[Yousuf Bashir Qureshi]] as Aurangzeb Adam: Nawabzadi's younger son; Nauroz's brother; Madiha's father
* Huma Syed as Nimra Adam Dilawaiz: Nauroz and Bakhtawar's daughter; Nayab and Shahmir's sister; Dilawaiz's third wife
* [[Shamil Khan]] as Zamir: Dilawaiz's brother
* Erum Akhter as Noshaba Dilawaiz: Dilawaiz's second wife
* Amra Zahid Kazi as Madiha Adam: Aurangzeb's daughter; Nayab, Shahmir and Nimra's cousin
* Ali Raza as Nayab Adam: Nauroz and Bakhtawar's elder son; Shahmir and Nimra's brother
* [[Hassan Niazi (actor)|Hassan Niazi]] as Fahad Dilawaiz: Dilawaiz's eldest son; Ana's brother
* [[Nayyar Ejaz]] as Zabardast Qasai: Nauroz's confidant; Shabash's father
* Hussain Ali Shah as Shabash Qasai: Zabardast's son; Shahmir's confidant
* [[Mashal Khan (actress)|Mashal Khan]] as Mir Hassan's wife
* Hammad Siddiqui
* Mashal Karim
* Najam us Saqib
* Sarfaraz
* Saad Ali
* Jhalak

== Production ==
=== Development and casting ===
The series was announced in 2023. However the development begin in January 2024.<ref name="auto4"/> In Mid 2023, it was reported that [[Ramsha Khan]] and [[Khushhal Khan (actor)|Khushhal Khan]] will star in upcoming project which will be directed by [[Shahid Shafaat]] and written by Radain Shah. Later [[Nauman Ijaz]] and [[Sami Khan]] joined the cast.<ref name="auto5"/> The director Shahid Shaffat said that the show had a six-month long pre-production period before the nine-months of shooting.<ref name="auto3"/>

In interviews, the cast emphasized that DuniyaPur is purely fictional, dismissing comparisons to international series such as [[Game of Thrones]] as unfounded.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://24newshd.tv/20-Sep-2024/ramsha-khan-clarifies-duniyapur-is-not-inspired-by-game-of-thrones-|title=Ramsha Khan clarifies 'Duniyapur' is not inspired by 'Game of Thrones'|website=24newshd.tv}}</ref><ref name="auto1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.youlinmagazine.com/article/drama-review-duniyapur/MjkwOA==|title=Drama Review: DuniyaPur - Hurmat Majid - Youlin Magazine|first=Youlin Magazine|last=https://www.youlinmagazine.com|website=www.youlinmagazine.com}}</ref>

The series is the most expensive project in the History of [[Pakistani television]], reported by the Lead cast and Director. The estimated budget of the series is 25 to 30 [[Crore]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://dunyanews.tv/en/Entertainment/838824-a-sneak-peak-into-dunyapur--arguably-pakistans-most-expensive-drama|title=A sneak peak into Dunyapur - arguably Pakistan's most expensive drama|date=September 20, 2024|website=Dunya News}}</ref><ref name="auto5"/>

The first teaser for the series released on 2 September 2024 by the original network Green Entertainment and the first episode broadcast on 25 September 2024 on the same network.<ref name="auto6">{{Cite web|url=https://reviewit.pk/duniyapur-lead-actors-on-working-with-seniors-like-nauman-ijaz-shamyl-khan/|title=Duniyapur Lead Actors On Working with Seniors Like Nauman Ijaz & Shamyl Khan &#124; Reviewit.pk|date=September 25, 2024}}</ref><ref name="auto2">{{Cite web|url=https://tribune.com.pk/story/2498242/dont-like-it-dont-watch-it|title=Don't like it? Don't watch it|first=News|last=Desk|date=September 23, 2024|website=The Express Tribune}}</ref><ref name="auto4">{{Cite web|url=https://thecurrent.pk/|title=Breaking News, Top Stories You Need to Know Now|date=August 18, 2022|website=The Current Pk}}</ref>

=== Filming ===
[[File:Neeulm Valley AJK (Arang Kel).jpg|thumb|[[Azad Kashmir]], one of the major filming location]]

Principal photography for the series commenced in Mid 2023, as the series was announced. [[Multiple-camera setup]] used for the shooting of the drama series. Filming for the series took place in [[Gujranwala]], [[Sargodha]], [[Islamabad]], [[Wazirabad]], [[Siran Valley]], [[Khyber Pakhtunkhwa]], [[Azad Kashmir]] and some other places in [[Pakistan]]. Minor filming also took place at [[Rohtas Fort]], [[Jhelum]].<ref name="auto"/><ref name="auto7">{{Cite web|url=https://24newshd.tv/6-Sep-2024/viewers-label-upcoming-mega-serial-duniya-pur-as-cinematic-and-blockbuster-before-its-release|title=Viewers label upcoming mega serial 'Duniya Pur' as 'Cinematic and Blockbuster' before its release|website=24newshd.tv}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://fuchsiamagazine.com/khushhal-khan-and-ramsha-khan-aka-shahmir-ana-from-duniyapur-in-fuchsia-exclusive/|title=Khushhal Khan And Ramsha Khan AKA Shahmir & Ana}}</ref>

== Soundtrack ==
The original soundtrack for the series is performed by [[Asrar (musician)|Asrar]], [[Shuja Haider]] and Rapthor on the lyrics and music composition of Shuja Haider.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://fuchsiamagazine.com/khushhal-khan-and-ramsha-khan-aka-shahmir-ana-from-duniyapur-in-fuchsia-exclusive/|title=Khushhal Khan And Ramsha Khan AKA Shahmir & Ana}}</ref>
* {{YouTube|k32dEr3WGRU&si|Duniyapur OST}}

== Release ==
The trailer for the series released on 16 September 2024. The series broadcast on 25 September 2024 in Pakistan. It air's every Wednesday on Green Entertainment in [[Prime time]] (8pm).<ref name="auto7"/><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.siasat.com/most-expensive-pakistani-drama-so-far-cast-premiere-date-more-3102718/|title=Most expensive Pakistani drama so far: Cast, premiere date, more|first=Rasti|last=Amena|date=September 25, 2024|website=The Siasat Daily}}</ref>

The cast also promote the show by visiting the [[Lucky One Mall]] in [[Karachi]], Pakistan.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://fuchsiamagazine.com/green-entertainment-brings-the-stars-to-karachi-duniyapur-cast-lights-up-luckyone-mall/|title=Green Entertainment Brings DuniyaPur Stars To LuckyOne, Karachi}}</ref>

== Reception ==
''Youline Magazine'' stated that DuniyaPur is the most ambitious undertaking by Green Entertainment yet, as it has instantly grabbed the attention of viewers with its lavish production and gripping narrative. With its impressive first few episodes, DuniyaPur has set a high bar for future installments. The drama combines action, romance and rich character dynamics, creating an engaging viewing experience.<ref name="auto1"/>

''Fuchsia Magazine'' reviewed the first episode and stated that "For a Pakistani drama that hits it out of the park with its promos, Duniyapur first episode cannot be ignored, and that’s precisely what the makers wanted. “What you see is what you get” might be a cliche but in today’s promo-oriented ambiguous world, DuniyarPur makers must have employed quite the muscle and brain behind making sure that the first episode doesn’t fall ahem, flat on its face, because after all, the promos and pre-hype had to be countered. Well, you ask, did the episode hit the mark? Read on to get the full drama".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://fuchsiamagazine.com/duniyapur-it-came-it-saw-but-did-it-conquer-first-episode-review/|title=DuniyaPur: It Came, It Saw, But Did It Conquer? 1st episode review}}</ref>

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==
* {{IMDb title|33439361}}
* [https://greenentertainment.tv/title/upcoming-duniyapur/ Official website]

[[Category:2024 Pakistani television series debuts]]
[[Category:Green Entertainment original programming]]
[[Category:Pakistani drama television series]]
[[Category:Pakistani television series]]
[[Category:Urdu-language television shows]]
[[Category:Films shot in Azad Kashmir]]

Revision as of 08:06, 17 November 2024

Not to be confused with Dunyapur.

Duniyapur
دنیا پور
Genre
Written byRadain Shah
Directed byShahid Shafaat
Starring
Theme music composerShuja Haider
Opening themeJhooti Ana Kay Dawaydar by Asrar and Shuja Haider
ComposerShuja Haider
Country of originPakistan
Original languageUrdu
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes7
Production
ProducersMultiverse Entertainment
Green Entertainment
Production locationsGujranwala, Islamabad, Siran Valley, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Azad Kashmir
EditorRao Ali
Camera setupMulti-camera setup
Running time35 minutes
Production companyMultiverse Entertainment
Original release
NetworkGreen Entertainment
Release25 September 2024 (2024-09-25) –
present (present)

Duniyapur (stylised as DuniyaPur), is a 2024 Urdu-language Pakistani television drama series directed by Shahid Shafaat and written by Radain Shah. The series is produced under Multiverse Entertainment and it premiered on 25 September 2024 on Green Entertainment. It stars an ensemble cast of Nauman Ijaz, Khushhal Khan, Ramsha Khan Sami Khan and Manzar Sehbai.[1][2] Duniyapur is the costliest drama made in the history of Pakistani television.[3][4]

The series follows the fierce rivalry between the Adam and Nawab families in Duniyapur. After losing their eldest sons, Shahmeer and Ana, united by grief and love, work to end the feud and restore peace to the town.[5]

Plot

In the troubled town of Duniyapur, a rivalry between the Adam and Nawab families reaches its peak when the oldest sons from each side are killed in a fight. This loss pushes Shahmeer Adam, who had always wanted to escape his family’s legacy, and Ana Nawab, who steps into a leadership role after her brother’s death, to face their families' hatred.

As they deal with their sadness and new responsibilities, Shahmeer and Ana fall in love. Together, they work to end the long-standing feud and, with help from the local police, succeed in bringing peace and harmony back to Duniyapur.[2][6]

Cast

Main

  • Nauman Ijaz as Nauroz Adam: Nawabzadi's elder son; Aurangzeb's brother; Bakhtawar's husband; Nayab, Shahmir and Nimra's father
  • Khushhal Khan as Shahmir Adam: Nauroz and Bakhtawar's younger son; Nayab and Nimra's brother
  • Ramsha Khan as Ana Dilawaiz: Dilawaiz's daughter; Fahad's sister
  • Sami Khan as Mir Hassan: SHO of DuniyaPur
  • Manzar Sehbai as Nawab Dilawaiz: Noshaba and Nimra's husband; Fahad and Ana's father

Recurring

  • Zaib Rehman as Nawabzadi: Nauroz and Aurangzeb's mother
  • Saima Qureshi as Bakhtawar Nauroz Adam: Nauroz's wife; Nayab, Shahmir and Nimra's mother
  • Yousuf Bashir Qureshi as Aurangzeb Adam: Nawabzadi's younger son; Nauroz's brother; Madiha's father
  • Huma Syed as Nimra Adam Dilawaiz: Nauroz and Bakhtawar's daughter; Nayab and Shahmir's sister; Dilawaiz's third wife
  • Shamil Khan as Zamir: Dilawaiz's brother
  • Erum Akhter as Noshaba Dilawaiz: Dilawaiz's second wife
  • Amra Zahid Kazi as Madiha Adam: Aurangzeb's daughter; Nayab, Shahmir and Nimra's cousin
  • Ali Raza as Nayab Adam: Nauroz and Bakhtawar's elder son; Shahmir and Nimra's brother
  • Hassan Niazi as Fahad Dilawaiz: Dilawaiz's eldest son; Ana's brother
  • Nayyar Ejaz as Zabardast Qasai: Nauroz's confidant; Shabash's father
  • Hussain Ali Shah as Shabash Qasai: Zabardast's son; Shahmir's confidant
  • Mashal Khan as Mir Hassan's wife
  • Hammad Siddiqui
  • Mashal Karim
  • Najam us Saqib
  • Sarfaraz
  • Saad Ali
  • Jhalak

Production

Development and casting

The series was announced in 2023. However the development begin in January 2024.[7] In Mid 2023, it was reported that Ramsha Khan and Khushhal Khan will star in upcoming project which will be directed by Shahid Shafaat and written by Radain Shah. Later Nauman Ijaz and Sami Khan joined the cast.[2] The director Shahid Shaffat said that the show had a six-month long pre-production period before the nine-months of shooting.[1]

In interviews, the cast emphasized that DuniyaPur is purely fictional, dismissing comparisons to international series such as Game of Thrones as unfounded.[8][9]

The series is the most expensive project in the History of Pakistani television, reported by the Lead cast and Director. The estimated budget of the series is 25 to 30 Crore.[10][2]

The first teaser for the series released on 2 September 2024 by the original network Green Entertainment and the first episode broadcast on 25 September 2024 on the same network.[11][12][7]

Filming

Azad Kashmir, one of the major filming location

Principal photography for the series commenced in Mid 2023, as the series was announced. Multiple-camera setup used for the shooting of the drama series. Filming for the series took place in Gujranwala, Sargodha, Islamabad, Wazirabad, Siran Valley, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Kashmir and some other places in Pakistan. Minor filming also took place at Rohtas Fort, Jhelum.[6][13][14]

Soundtrack

The original soundtrack for the series is performed by Asrar, Shuja Haider and Rapthor on the lyrics and music composition of Shuja Haider.[15]

Release

The trailer for the series released on 16 September 2024. The series broadcast on 25 September 2024 in Pakistan. It air's every Wednesday on Green Entertainment in Prime time (8pm).[13][16]

The cast also promote the show by visiting the Lucky One Mall in Karachi, Pakistan.[17]

Reception

Youline Magazine stated that DuniyaPur is the most ambitious undertaking by Green Entertainment yet, as it has instantly grabbed the attention of viewers with its lavish production and gripping narrative. With its impressive first few episodes, DuniyaPur has set a high bar for future installments. The drama combines action, romance and rich character dynamics, creating an engaging viewing experience.[9]

Fuchsia Magazine reviewed the first episode and stated that "For a Pakistani drama that hits it out of the park with its promos, Duniyapur first episode cannot be ignored, and that’s precisely what the makers wanted. “What you see is what you get” might be a cliche but in today’s promo-oriented ambiguous world, DuniyarPur makers must have employed quite the muscle and brain behind making sure that the first episode doesn’t fall ahem, flat on its face, because after all, the promos and pre-hype had to be countered. Well, you ask, did the episode hit the mark? Read on to get the full drama".[18]

References

  1. ^ a b Kamran Jawaid, Mohammad (22 September 2024). "SPOTLIGHT: THE BADLANDS OF DUNIYAPUR". DAWN.COM.
  2. ^ a b c d "Khushhal Khan, Ramsha Khan's chemistry in 'DuniyaPur' wows fans". Daily Jang. 26 September 2024.
  3. ^ Butt, Ayesha (10 September 2024). "New Teaser for Ramsha Khan's 'DuniyaPur' Unveiled". DESIblitz.
  4. ^ "PTV's most expensive production "Dunyapur" to premiere on Sep 25th – Brides & You".
  5. ^ Kamran Jawaid, Mohammad (22 September 2024). "SPOTLIGHT: THE BADLANDS OF DUNIYAPUR". DAWN.COM. Archived from the original on 9 October 2024.
  6. ^ a b "Drama Duniyapur A Story or Chess Board - Aaj News". Aaj English TV. 19 September 2024. Archived from the original on 25 September 2024.
  7. ^ a b "Breaking News, Top Stories You Need to Know Now". The Current Pk. 18 August 2022.
  8. ^ "Ramsha Khan clarifies 'Duniyapur' is not inspired by 'Game of Thrones'". 24newshd.tv.
  9. ^ a b https://www.youlinmagazine.com, Youlin Magazine. "Drama Review: DuniyaPur - Hurmat Majid - Youlin Magazine". www.youlinmagazine.com. {{cite web}}: External link in |last= (help)
  10. ^ "A sneak peak into Dunyapur - arguably Pakistan's most expensive drama". Dunya News. 20 September 2024.
  11. ^ "Duniyapur Lead Actors On Working with Seniors Like Nauman Ijaz & Shamyl Khan | Reviewit.pk". 25 September 2024.
  12. ^ Desk, News (23 September 2024). "Don't like it? Don't watch it". The Express Tribune. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  13. ^ a b "Viewers label upcoming mega serial 'Duniya Pur' as 'Cinematic and Blockbuster' before its release". 24newshd.tv.
  14. ^ "Khushhal Khan And Ramsha Khan AKA Shahmir & Ana".
  15. ^ "Khushhal Khan And Ramsha Khan AKA Shahmir & Ana".
  16. ^ Amena, Rasti (25 September 2024). "Most expensive Pakistani drama so far: Cast, premiere date, more". The Siasat Daily.
  17. ^ "Green Entertainment Brings DuniyaPur Stars To LuckyOne, Karachi".
  18. ^ "DuniyaPur: It Came, It Saw, But Did It Conquer? 1st episode review".
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