Hasb-e-Haal

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HASB E HAAL
حسبِ حال

The opening title screen for Hasb-e-Haal
Genre Comedy
Satire
Written by Talha Ahmad Farooqui
Starring Sohail Ahmed
Junaid Saleem
Najia Baig
Country of origin Pakistan
Original language(s) Urdu
Punjabi
Production
Location(s) Lahore
Broadcast
Original channel Dunya TV

Hasb-e-Haal (Urdu:حسبِ حال) is a political comedy show that airs on Dunya TV at 11:05 pm from Thursday to Sunday. It stars Sohail Ahmed, Junaid Saleem and Najia Baig.[1]

Sohail Ahmed was awarded Presidential Pride of Performance award by Asif Zardari on 23 March 2011 for his performance on the show.[2]

Concept

Having the honour of being the most watched program in Pakistan, Hasb-e-Haal is a political and social satire. Sohail Ahmed appears on Hasb-e-Haal as Azizi, while the rest of the crew Junaid Saleem and Najia are playing themselves. It is an effort to raise the voice of sanity over the apparent apathy in the society. He mocks the flagrant disregard for law, lack of policy architecture by the government and equally blatant lack of incentive from the civil society to change the existing flawed system. The popularity of the show is understandable in a society which has lost its relevance and looks at reality through half open means of expression.

Segments

There are different segments such as:

  • Adabparay
  • Bait Baazi
  • Hasb e Mazzi
  • Hasb e Daak
  • Interview
  • Khabron par Tabsara
  • Mukhbariyaan
  • Off-Beat Hasb-e-Haal
  • Siasi Film
  • Tu Tu Main Main

Parodies

Sohail Ahmed usually dresses up like politicians, cricketers or other celebrities and imitates them. This imitation mostly is in the form of a parody. In addition to parodies, Ahmed also plays other characters.

  • Feeqa
Feeqa, portrayed by Sohail Ahmed, belongs to a white-collar family which has trouble making ends meet. The character sheds light on the plight of the lower class of Pakistan. Usual topics discussed are relatives' weddings, rituals, etc.
  • PQN
PQN, short for Pervaiz Qaiser Naseer, is a corrupt politician, who would do anything to come into power. Usual topics discussed are elections, processions, etc.
  • Deemah
Deemah is an ordinary man who perpetually sick with multiple diseases.
  • ZVS
A fashion designer, who keeps heaping praises on his talent. He is a modern fashion designer with gay's type attitude.
  • Witchcraft & Aalim Baba
Sohail Ahmed plays a spurious "Aalim" who, according to his rants, is the master of witches and spirits.
  • Master Majeed
Sohail Ahmed plays a Role Of Government Teacher Named Master Majeed.
  • Abdul Ghafoor Jimmy
A Pakistani who lives abroad and is concerned about the security situation of Pakistan.
  • Azizi's Investigation News
Azizi look In Hasb-e-Haal While He Exposed Secret About Politicians.
  • Mr. Michael
This character is an American agent who overuses the catchphrase "kadu saday paise" (give back our money). This satirical character denigrates the Pakistani society for asking for American money despite thinking of America as an enemy.
  • Nadamat
A die-hard supporter of a fictional politician, Changezi.
  • Sureelay Khan
A classical singer, often accompanied by Dabbay Khan and Hamnawa
  • Policeman (SHO)
The role of SHO mostly targets the corruption in the police department, but at times it also brings up the problems of police department.


Politicians

  • Raja Riaz
  • Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain
  • Shahi Syed
  • Shah Mehmood Qureshi
  • Maulana FazlurRehman
  • Firdous Ashiq Awan
  • Javed Hashmi
  • Mir Hazar Khan Khoso
  • Jahangir Badar
  • Yousaf Raza Gillani
  • Asfandyar Wali Khan

Azizi's fictitious friends

The following are mentioned by Azizi as his friends:

  • Aroo Grenade
  • Naeema Kainchi
  • Tufail Thaila

History

Hasb-e-Haal was launched in January 2009. It was the brainchild of Aftab Iqbal, who used to host the show at that time. The show was an instant hit. In April 2010, Iqbal left the show due to undisclosed reasons which led to Junaid Saleem hosting the show.[3]

Cultural effect

Due to the popularity of the show, several similar shows emerged. These include Khabarnaak on Geo TV, 3 Idiots on Aaj TV, Masti Gate on ARY News and News Night on Din News.[4] Except Khabarnaak, all other shows have been canceled due to lack of viewership.

References

  1. ↑ Hasb-e-haal Cast Retrieved 20th June 2011
  2. ↑ Sohail Ahmed gets Pride of Performance award
  3. ↑ Aftab Iqbal leaves Hasb-e-Haal
  4. ↑ Boom of similar shows

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