10 Famous Pakistani Shows That Were Hugely Popular In India

Zindagi Gulzar Hai

This was the first Pakistani show that brought Fawad Khan to fame in India, ultimately leading to his role in Karan Johar's movie, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. It was aired on Zindagi channel.

Humsafar

This was Fawad Khan's second show in India. The chemistry of Mahira and Fawad was loved by Indian viewers. Even Mahira Khan became too popular in India and she also signed Raees with Srk.

Mere Paas Tum Ho

An honest middle-class guy madly in love with his wife struggles when she leaves him because of money. The show is hugely popular among India audience.

Mere Humsafar

Mere Humsafar, is a story about a British national, Hala, who is left to his father's relatives when her father and mother decide to separate after her birth.

Mere Qaatil Mere Dildaar

The show explored themes of love, remarriage, betrayal, and revenge. It reached Indian audiences through Zindagi channel in 2014.

Aunn Zara

Aunn Zara marked the initial entry of feel-good Pakistani TV dramas into India, gaining popularity due to its striking resemblance to Indian shows.

Pyaare Afzal

A young man confronts his forbidden love and situation changes dramatically as things starts to unfold. The show gained huge Indian fan base because of Youtube.

Dastaan

It is one of the most famous Pakistani shows in India starring Fawad Khan. It came to India as Waqt Ne Kiya Kya Haseen Sitam in 2015 on Zindagi.

Ankahi

This 1982 soap was first aired in PTV. It was popular in India as well. Bollywood movie Chal Mera Bhai is said to be inspired by the Pak serial.

Waris

A 1980 show revolved around a Pakistani feudal lord Chaudhry Hashmat (Mehboob Alam). It was quite popular in India as well. It had a total of 13 episodes and it was aired on PTV.

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