I agree to what you're saying Sans. I didn't see the IV as I decided against seeing ivs of writer and actors while the show is live. Too many false and misleading narratives leading to heartbreak as a viewer. Their interpretation of their own writing and characters are so different from what they show that you start feeling gaslit. I did see clips of rabia's comments though about Yumna and Sajal.
Both Sajal and Yumna are brilliant actors and take their craft seriously. Both came from no acting or nepo background and are here only on the back of honest hard work. I love them both. I'm happy to enjoy double the fun with their projects while not needing to pit or put down one for the other. I'm glad there are two of them with their caliber instead of just one!
But honestly, Yumna looked like a 25-27 yr old. It was fine for a new lawyer. You do llb after undergraduate. Also, I love Sajal but Sajal even in dil wali Gali Mein didn't go without makeup. That's fine and a personal choice.
I heard that Sajal actually left bakhtawar shoot after a couple days because of the no make up requirement. Maybe she is conscious of that. Totally fine as each to their own. I mean it's a rumor that it was because of that. It could be something else like dates or something.
I'm pointing out the make up thing not to critique Sajal but because the requirement of Nashwa was such that a bareface was needed. No kajal and all. Most actresses are not comfortable due to the shame and criticism from people who expect them to have no pores, pigmentations or lines.
No one could have done this qej role better than Yumna.
Yumna is sooooo commendable and one of my top favorite just like Sania Saeed, Samiya mumtaz and Nadia jamil because just like them she can go fully without any makeup. Bakhtiyar is the proof. She has no issues. However, even for no makeup looks there is always a little bit of makeup. But whether it be DNUTN or inkar, Yumna isn't look conscious. It's secondary to her and that makes her relatable.
Even Yumna's fashion sense gets criticized by the so called fashion gurus and yes it's not as glam like Ayeza's who carries modest glam like a pro but Yumna's fashion is so relatable and achievable. It makes her real for that. She is not hyper aware of what is in or not. She goes with it.
Also, the Nameer - Yumna dynamic-chemistry was soo hot. They matched each other's energy. Mujhe koi age ka thought nahi aya. Yumna still looks youthful. Ha nahi lagta 22 but 25-27 toh bilkul lag ti hai. Even with Usama it was fine. It would have been great if Hamza Abbasi or sherry played him. An older experienced lawyer look would have been appreciated along with the acting chops to match Yumna's energy.
Btw, lots of new male upcoming actors are taking up the spotlight but the new lot of girls all look like Instagram filter models with no acting skills. So, even if Yumna is 50 or looks 50 I'd rather watch her over any 20-30 years old with no acting skills.
AB please Sajal and Yumna Stanz lerney mat ajana. Some them have made viewers and other people who love story, character and skill uncomfortable by bringing in their toxic fans war mentality. I really dispise our gens use of tech and apps to cause fanwar and obsessive dangerous shipping instead of using it genuinely to advocate for a responsible and diverse script and storytelling.
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