Popular Pakistani television show Mere Paas Tum Ho will air on Zindagi channel's DTH services on August 2.
The drama show, featuring Humayun Saeed, Ayeza Khan, and Adnan Siddiqui, will air on Zindagi's DTH platforms at 7 pm, a press release stated.
Mere Paas Tum Ho is directed by Nadeem Baig and written by Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar. It was launched on Pakistani television in August 2019 and ended its run in January 2020.
The story revolves around a married woman, named Mehwish (Khan), who gets attracted and carried away by a manipulative rich businessman Shehwar (Siddiqui). The two develop an extramarital affair which results in Mehwish leaving her husband Danish (Saeed) and son.
Saeed said Mere Paas Tum Ho was appreciated in Pakistan when it launched there and he hopes for a similar reception in India.
"The reason for Mere Paas Tum Ho’s huge success is because of its unique storyline which is different than usual making it an untouched topic for entertainment," he added.
Siddiqui added, “Mere Paas Tum Ho releasing in India is also a kind of collaboration between Pakistani drama and Indian audiences, thanks to Zindagi for creating the connecting bridge. Hope it’s the first step towards opening borders for artists." For Khan, working on the show was "an unforgettable experience filled with boundless joy", she said.
"We are immensely grateful for this opportunity to share our work with a wider audience and look forward to continuing to touch hearts and minds with the story of Mere Paas Tum Ho.
"We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone involved in making this cross-border collaboration possible, and to the viewers who have embraced the show with open arms," she added.
Rahul’s casual dismissal of that controversy has added fuel to the fire
Rahul Bhatt sparks controversy over 'insensitive' remarks about sisters Alia and Pooja Bhatt
Rahul Bhatt, fitness trainer and son of veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, has found himself at the centre of a social media storm following controversial remarks about his half-sister, Alia Bhatt. In a recent interview, Rahul drew comparisons between Alia and their older sister Pooja Bhatt, calling the latter more talented, attractive, and principled.
The comments, which many have labelled inappropriate and insensitive, have sparked widespread criticism online. During the interview, Rahul stated, “In my opinion, she (Alia) is not even half of what my real sister Pooja is. Not in talent, not in looks, not in terms of being sexy. In front of my sister, she is ‘paani kam chai’ (watery tea). Amongst the siblings, the most talented and the most moralistic is Pooja.”
Social media users reacted strongly, questioning why Rahul would compare his sisters in such personal terms. Several users were particularly disturbed by his reference to their appearance and sex appeal, pointing out that such comparisons within a family cross boundaries of propriety. One comment read, “This is disturbing. Why talk about your sisters like that? It’s not just weird, it’s wrong.” Another post said, “There’s nothing respectful about comparing your siblings’ attractiveness in public.”
The backlash also reignited conversation around a decades-old controversy involving Mahesh Bhatt and Pooja Bhatt. Rahul was asked about the infamous 1990s magazine cover where the father-daughter duo shared a kiss, which had stirred public outrage at the time. Dismissing the criticism, Rahul said, “It doesn’t make any difference. It’s like water off a duck’s back. We know the truth, and we’ve seen everything since childhood.”
Rahul’s casual dismissal of that controversy has added fuel to the fire, with critics saying it reflects a broader issue of the Bhatt family being insensitive to public perception and boundaries. Many users questioned the need for bringing up old incidents in a bid to defend new and equally questionable statements.
As of now, neither Alia Bhatt nor Pooja Bhatt has issued any public response to Rahul’s remarks. Both actors, known for their significant contributions to Indian cinema, have typically kept family matters private despite living in the public eye.
This episode has also sparked debate over the role of public figures in maintaining respect when discussing family matters in the media. Observers say such comments, especially when involving women’s appearance and personal qualities, reinforce problematic attitudes and fuel unnecessary controversies.
While Rahul Bhatt is not as prominent in the entertainment industry as his father or sisters, his comments have made headlines and placed the Bhatt family in the spotlight for reasons beyond their creative work. For many, this serves as a reminder that public platforms come with responsibility, and that family ties should not be trivialised or dissected for attention or comparison.
The backlash is unlikely to subside soon, especially as fans and followers of Alia and Pooja continue to express disappointment over the way the situation has unfolded. Whether or not Rahul chooses to clarify or apologise remains to be seen.