Sana Khalid 
Pakistani movies and dramas have provided the audience with heroes to emulate, but in many cases, it is the villains that take the centre stage. Pakistani villains audiences secretly loved have, over the years, attracted controversy, fan cut editions, and even unwonted praise. This is a glimpse of some of the legendary names.
Trademark Film and Drama Villains
- Noori Natt (The Legend of Maula Jatt -2022) – Hamza Ali Abbasi stars as a cruel but principled opponent who turned into a cult hero of modern times.
- Bashar Momin (Bashar Momin) – Faysal Quraishi was an unforgettable actor in a magnetic role of an obsessive tycoon.
- Wajih (Cheekh) – Bilal Abbas Khan added to the chilling performance that the viewers enjoyed to detest.
Poisonous But Popular Characters
- Mir Hadi (Khaani) – the fierce and threatening nature of Feroze Khan gained such popularity that it went wildly around, although he had a dark streak.
- Sultan Durrani (Dewaangi) – Danish Taimoor played an anti-hero who was a controlling and intriguing person.
- Farhad (Main Manto Nahi Hoon) – A cold and cunning character of Azaan Sami Khan, attracted attention with his multifaceted writing.
Time and time again, Pakistani villains audiences secretly love makes it clear that sophistication is usually more attractive than perfection itself. Such Pakistani villains are memorable due to the effective narration and the notable performance.
FAQs
1. Why do the Pakistani viewers love villains?
Due to good acting and well-developed writing, antagonists are more interesting than one-dimensional heroes.
2. What is the most popular Pakistani bad guy?
Noori Natt can be referred to as the contemporary iconic favourite.
3. Are unhealthy personalities being glorified?
The sharp and dramatic descriptions are often criticised for confusing admiration and glorification.
