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Khurram in Dil Ruba will make you sit on the edge of your seat: Syed Jibran

He is the brother no one should have in Tarap, the kind-of husband no wife should have to bear, a father who doesn’t think logically, and above all, a police officer who looks at everyone suspiciously, even his own sisters.

And if that’s not all, Syed Jibran’s long-awaited appearance in Dil Ruba made our weekend more colorful, where his mysterious character ‘Khurram’ turns out to be the exact opposite of ASP Adil, his Tarap avatar.

Spotlight got hold of the talented actor who continues to surprise with his unusual choice or roles, his character portrayals, and above all, the way his life has changed post-Corona.

You are currently part of two HUM TV drama series – Tarap and Dil Ruba – but in totally different avatars. How do you manage to look so different and impress all?

(Laughs) First of all, I didn’t sign both Tarap and Dil Ruba simultaneously because I believe in being part of one project at a time so that I give it my best. Neither do I have any control of when the play would be aired, so I was as surprised as you are. But yes, both the characters are quite different from each other – I did Tarap because I was fascinated by the role of a police inspector, something that I hadn’t done in my career. It provided me a chance to do that and experiment as well because that policeman is not our run-of-the-mill cop.

As for Dil Ruba, I knew that my character will come late but make an immediate impact, just as I was expecting. When you sign a multi-starrer, you have to be very particular about the kind of impact your character will leave on the audience’s mind. ‘Khurram’ appeared in the twelfth episode and people sort of loved him because of its flamboyance, his lifestyle, and a huge house. Let me tell you, it is not some straight character that comes and goes; it is like those ‘more than meets the eye’ kind of roles that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

What makes you decide which play to opt for and which role to avoid?

These days you don’t sign a project for just the story or the character; you have to know who the writer is, who will be calling the shots, which channel will air the drama, who will be your co-stars and most importantly, if they are paying you well or not.

I opt for those who fit the criteria and those who don’t fit it, I avoid signing them!

Your fans were waiting for your entry in Dil Ruba and that has finally happened. Care to tell us how your fate will be different from the other boys in the broken heart club?

It has been a long wait since my face has been there on the poster from day one. My fate is not going to be like the guys who came before me; it will be a ‘surprise’ thing, with a mystery surrounding the character. What you have seen so far is not what is going to happen in the coming episodes. It will be more of like ‘Oh My God, what is this guy up to’, shrouded in suspense!

Why doesn’t your character trust anyone in Tarap; not even his own sisters?

When I read the script, I liked my part for its characteristics. He is an arrogant cop who doesn’t listen to anyone, is very focused in his own beliefs, doesn’t think highly of his sisters’ love affairs, and has a dark image of education for girls in his mind, hence his narrowmindedness towards them.

For some reason, he has been brought up in a way where he doesn’t trust girls. That’s why his personality is a bit uncomfortable when it comes to dealing with matters involving his own family. In short, my kind of role!

Last year it was Ranjha Ranjha Kardi, this year it’s Tarap; why do you opt for bad guys regularly?

Ranjha Ranjha Kardi was on an entirely different track when compared to Tarap; Sahir was a very mellow guy who would never let you guess what was going through his mind.

In Tarap, Adil is more open about his principles and thoughts; he is more of an ‘in your face kind of a guy’ and doesn’t hide anything at all. If he dislikes you, he will tell you that in front of you rather than holding it back. As for why I opt for bad guys, they have a longer life (laughs). There is always a margin to perform in such characters that are not normal.

People might not remember the countless times I have played the good guy but whenever I crossover to the dark side, they remember it for a long time. I enjoy these roles as I have more chances of leaving a lasting impression!

You have been a regular to HUM TV dramas for some time now; what attracts you to their dramas in the first place?

Over the last couple of years, I have been quite frequent on HUM TV; before that time there was actually a gap of six to eight years during which I didn’t appear on HUM TV. It was not a conscious decision back then and it is not a conscious decision today, it just happened.

When I shifted to Karachi at the start of my career, HUM TV took me in as one of their own. Since then, I have been a part of their network and have done some memorable dramas. With Ranjha Ranjha Kardi I made a comeback to HUM TV and thankfully now, the cycle is back to how it always was. Momina (Duraid) Bhabi and her team, Sultana (Siddiqui) Apa, and Mahesh Waswani have always supported me and I feel very comfortable working with them.

When I was doing Tarap, I was intending to do it for another network but the producer managed to strike a deal with HUM TV and here I am, in two dramas, on weekends. Don’t be surprised if my next project also turns out to be for HUM TV. My association with them is very special, it has gotten an emotional element in it!

Corona has sort of put shooting on hold; how are you managing the change in your lifestyle post-Corona?

With this pandemic all around, things have changed a lot. I haven’t been working for the past couple of months as I traveled to Islamabad where my parents and extended family reside. With nothing happening in Karachi, I thought this was the best time to bond with parents as we don’t get this kind of time in our busy schedules.

I was telling my father the other day that I don’t remember the last time when we spent so much time together (smiles). He believes that this disease is a curse but at the same time, it’s kind of a blessing as well. Staying home and spending time with family has relaxed me and I am sure it would have done the same for others. That doesn’t mean that I am off from work, you will be seeing me back on screens as I will be working soon, in a month’s time if all goes well.

Poor Ghana, she's playing exactly the role I thought she'd have.

I'm so glad Sanam went straight home and told her mother and sister what they did to her and didn't put up with it in silence. I've not been irritated with characters in a while the way I have been with her mother and sister. Especially with the way they thought it was normal to separate Sanam and her baby.

Erum is turning out to be those girls who once they get married think that they know everything overnight and like showing chaudrahat. I thought Sanam was unnecessarily mean to her, but apparently it's a genetic defect. Also, why is she always at her parent's house? Doesn't she have her own husband and household to lord over instead of ruining Sanam's life?

Loved the episode. At least a drama with a storyline.

I guess now Khurram will try his best to annoy sanam by partying it up so she asks for Khulla. It will be interesting to see how this show ends.

Ghana looks weird in this show.

Aur sanam to bari jaldi ghar bhaag gayi 😂

now im sure her and sabih will be endgame since he still loves her but didnt propose her because he thinks she wouldnt be interested and shes probably too embarassed to marry him too. And now shes remembering what she did with her lovers and getting a taste of her own medicine.

I wonder what Raeeds role will be though. Better be something good

I think end game Junaid will also come back and propose but sanam will chose Sabih over junaid.

The pace of this serial is the best thing about it. The progression of the story is really good without any unnecessary dragging. So sanam got married to khurram. She was missing her son ayaan. Ghana is secret lover of khurram. Her role is pretty expected. Sanam came to know about khurram past and his character and she left his house. Finally sanam is regretting of her deeds. She wants to apologise from junaid. Khurram father is a sensible man. He wants his son to settle down but i don't think so k wo sudhrey ga. Sanam will definitely end up with sabih

i hope Sanam doesn't end up with Sabih, she should either be alone or her current husband changes his ways or she gets with someone totally new..

i hate the character of Sabih. he is a whiny cry baby.. he's not the first person to get heartbroken..plus it wasn't even a proper relationship..and i also hate the trope of the bechara guy being rewarded with the female lead on the last episode..UGH

I guess Raeed'a character will be of the guy planted by Khurram. Just like Sanam was friendly with the guys and they were fida over him now being Khurram's wife she is a rich woman and Raeed will be her boy toy or he is playing her.

Khurram's party animal image won't be able to get rid of Sanam, then he will change his ways act all.loving type then I guess last resort Raeed will be used cause Khurram.tells Sanam in a teaser that she used to flirt with men or something like that.

Not sure what they are trying to show here but all Sanem did was flirt with guys and have some fun during her college days...something that all men do. They fool around with 10 girls at once but when it's time to commit they chose some wholesome girl of their parents choice. Sanem is getting the short end of the stick cause she flirted with guys to get gifts but if a guy does it... it's okay, shaadi ke baad sudhar jayega..but a girl should go through the worst of the worst to learn her lesson

Originally posted by: Siddu246

Not sure what they are trying to show here but all Sanem did was flirt with guys and have some fun during her college days...something that all men do. They fool around with 10 girls at once but when it's time to commit they chose some wholesome girl of their parents choice. Sanem is getting the short end of the stick cause she flirted with guys to get gifts but if a guy does it... it's okay, shaadi ke baad sudhar jayega..but a girl should go through the worst of the worst to learn her lesson

the guys were themselves being super gullible and couldn't read between the lines and all felt entitled that they should end up with Sanam... she was just leading them on very mildly unlike those male leads in many shows but people dismiss it as oh boys just being boys...

Sanam just wanted some materialistic things and some fun that she was deprived of at home.. not a grave sin that she should suffer for rest of her life...