- In an interview with Forbes, lead writer Meenu Gaur described Androon Sheher, which translates to “the Inner City,” as “an old city that exists in a modern world,” redefining the noir genre with traditionally desi flair.
- “At the center of the show is this question that we have asked: ‘What would you fight for? What would you kill for?’ And every episode is thematically built around such a question.” These reasons include love, duty, revenge and revolution.
- Unlike traditional depictions of femme fatales, Gaur hopes to explore the unique motives and femininity of each character with humor and empathy.
- The series is set to premiere on Zee5 on Dec. 10th.
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- “Churails” tackles topics such as domestic violence, female sexuality, classism and LGBTQ rights as a group of women track down their clients’ unfaithful husbands, uncovering other secrets along the way.
- Due to its bold approach to taboo topics, “Churails” was banned in Pakistan, though it remains available for viewing on streaming service Zee5.
- Despite the backlash from conservative groups, “Churails” received critical acclaim and widespread support by progressive viewers.
- Lead stars Sarwat Gilani and Eman Suleman and producer Shailja Kejriwal are involved in both “Churails” and “Qatil Haseenaon Ke Naam.”
- Although actor Sanam Saeed was not involved in “Churails,” she was a vocal supporter of the project. She has appeared in other feminist media, such as “Cake,” a family drama by Asim Abbasi who also directed “Churails.”