The GEO We Miss

Remember the days when GEO TV was a household name. People would schedule their day in a way that they would not miss any of the dramas being aired on the channel. Let’s take a trip back memory lane and remember how our mothers used to spend their leisure time. We recommend all these dramas to our followers.

1. Umrao Jan Ada (2003)

A channel couldn’t have started with a more awe-inspiring and monumental opening. Umrao Jan Ada laid the foundation of period dramas not only in Pakistan but also in India. It was an adaptation of Urdu’s first novel of the same name, written by Mirza Hadi Ruswa. It was directed by Raana Sheikh and the storyline was written by poet Zehra Nigah. The drama was known for its loud colors and beautiful portrayal of the 19th century Lukhnow. It was one of the most expensive dramas to be made in history. The ensemble cast of Umrao Jan Ada included, Amina Bano, Bushra Ansari, Atiqa Odho, Resham, Meera, Adnan Siddiqui, Sadia Imam, Humayun Saeed, Gia Ali, Faisal Qurashi, and a very young Imran Abbas.

Such big names in the same project, it sure sounds like a dream today.

2. Kuch Dil Ne Kaha (2006)

Kuch Dil Ne Kaha is the story of Kabeer, Shaista & Savera. Kabeer & Savera have two grown - up sons. Savera, a typical housewife, is no longer valued by her husband and has been reduced to no more than an old piece of furniture kept in the house. She longs for attention from her husband and lives a dreary existence. The drama casted Javed Sheikh, Bushra Ansari, Mahira Wasti, Imran Abbas and Shehroz Sabzwari. The casting also stretched its hand to India to choose Kanwaljit Singh as Bushra Ansari’s friend.

3. Meri Adhoori Muhabbat (2008)

Another drama that stretched its hands to India, not for casting but for the entire plot was Meri Adhoori Muhabbat. The drama revolved around a man, Humayun Saeed, who goes on a journey to India to meet the lover of his dead father. The drama received critical acclaim for its portrayal of Indian households, acting and casting. It was also the breakthrough drama of our very talented Momo, Hina Dilpazeer. The cast also included Javeria Abbasi, Shahood Alvi, Shafi Muhammad, Ayesha Khan, and Mehmood Aslam. This was Shafi Muhmmad’s last performance as he died when the drama was being aired.

4. Libaas (2008)

Love and commitment to the relationship are necessary for a good marriage, but they are not enough. The most important thing for a healthy marriage is the handling of conflict and effective communication. One of the most popular series of GEO TV penned by Syed Wasi Shah consists of stories of such couples who are always together in every ups and down of their lives. Each episode brought a new story of different marriage couples to the viewers. Central idea of the series had already gained popularity at its extent because of the new way Syed Wasi Shah was showing conflict between a husband and wife. The song of Libaas is probably one of the most memorable and melodious songs produced by Geo Television.

5. Doraha (2008)

Doraha is an adaptation of an Urdu novel Mein Ne Khawabon Ka Shajar Dekha Hai, written by Umera Ahmad. The serial was produced by Humayun Saeed and Abdullah Kadwani's production house 7th Sky Entertainment and directed by Mehreen Jabbar. The official soundtrack is called Tum Kahan Chal Diye, composed and performed by Jal the band. The drama was acclaimed for its acting that saw a vulnerable and flawed husband (Umar), Humayun Saeed, whose paranoia leads to him breaking his marriage with Sara (Sonia Rehman). The drama gathered viewership for its bold take on toxic marriages, marital assault, and mental health issues. Adnan Siddiqui played a mentally unstable person who would assault Sara. It is one of the most highly acclaimed dramas in history.