Doosra Chehra aired over Eid and delivered a compact, powerful message in just four episodes. The drama focused on how social media distorts our realities, often leaving us emotionally drained and disconnected from real life.
A Relatable Yet Uncomfortable Watch
The story, written by Rida Bilal and directed by Shehrazade Sheikh, explores relatable themes of self-worth, comparison, and emotional emptiness. Each character reflects someone you may know or even yourself.
- Komal’s inner void
- Zara’s influencer fatigue
- Hamza’s struggles behind the smile
- Salman’s quiet strength
The characters invite the audience to reflect on their digital habits and real-life relationships.
Komal becomes consumed by the seemingly perfect lives of Zara and Hamza, a couple who live their life online. As Komal watches their every move, her own dissatisfaction deepens. The irony? Zara and Hamza are under immense pressure to perform happiness for their followers.
The drama does not overstay its welcome, it wraps up all arcs with clarity and purpose, leaving viewers introspective.
Dramas like Doosra Chehra and Jannat Se Aagay do more than entertain, they reflect the cost of our digital lifestyles. They emphasize the importance of being present, asking the right questions, and listening to those around us.
The final takeaway is clear: Put the phone down and connect with yourself and with others.
Cast & Credits
- Produced by: Abdullah Kadwani & Asad Qureshi
- Directed by: Shehrazade Sheikh
- Written by: Rida Bilal
- Cast: Sanam Saeed, Saboor Ali, Arez Ahmed, Adeel Husain, Saba Faisal, Nida Mumtaz, Majida Hameed, Behroz Sabzwari, Tara Mahmood, Agha Mustafa Hassan, Ahmed Majeed Agloria
If you’re tired of formulaic content and want a story that sticks with you, Doosra Chehra is worth your time. It’s a drama that makes you pause and maybe even change something in your life.
