The latest episode of Faraar, Green TV’s crime drama, delivered a masterclass in chaos, cringe, and questionable decision-making. From brain-numbing choices to dramatic showdowns, this episode had it all—whether we wanted it or not.
A Facepalm-Worthy Showdown
Faraz (Haroon Shahid) once again proved he has the survival instincts of a potato by voluntarily returning to Bali’s (Faris Shafi) den after escaping from a hitman. One has to wonder if Faraz’s brain function is on par with a goldfish’s memory. The real kicker? The gruesom face-off between Batish (Hamza Ali Abbasi) and Bali which seemed to be inspired by the infamous Bollywood movie ‘Animal’.
Bali’s Backstory: A Tragic Love Tale Nobody Asked For
Meanwhile, poor Bali’s backstory felt like a pointless detour, serving only to connect Nazish and Batish in a contrived twist. It’s almost as if the writers thought, ‘Hey, let’s give Bali a tragic love story, only to kill him off and render his entire character arc moot.’
But I must admit, the scene where Bali meets his demise is somewhat redeemed by the poignant backdrop of Waris Shah’s ‘Heer’ playing in the background. The track adds a layer of poetry to the tragic love story for an otherwise wasted character arc.
Nazish, Queen of Running Away (Again)
Meanwhile, Nazish’s (Sohai Ali Abro) life continues to be one endless dramatic escape sequence. Her mother (Iffat Omar) once again urges her to flee when Shakeela’s (Nadia Jamil) brothers arrive at their doorstep. As expected, Nazish runs to Bali’s place, only to find Batish and Faraz disposing of his body.
Here’s where things take a turn for the absurd—while bonding over Bali’s murder, they suddenly recall that they all coincidentally met on the same bus from Karachi to Jandiala. Because, obviously, nothing forges a lifelong bond like a shared bus ride and a homicide. Nazish convinces the duo to run away together, citing her wealth and their collective bravery. My inner lawyer couldn’t help but scream, Objection, my Lord! because, seriously, Faraz and courage? The guy couldn’t even muster the strength to tell his friend to leave him out of his mess, let alone exhibit any real bravery. But hey, who needs logic when you have a trio of misfits running from their problems? At least they’ll have each other—and a lifetime supply of bus ride memories.
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Shakoora Joins the Dysfunctional Fugitives Club
Just when things couldn’t get messier, Nazish asks who’s handling their escape plans, and in walks Shakoora. At this point, Faraar is less of a crime drama and more of a character collection game, and Shakoora is the latest addition.
Turns out, Shakoora’s past is as sketchy as his present. He’s from the same village as Nazish (aka Baggi), had a crush on her friend, and is now conveniently married to that same friend. Oh, and he also runs an illegal human smuggling business. Just when you think the connections couldn’t get any more ridiculous, Shakeela’s brothers hire him to track down Baggi—who, surprise surprise, is already hiding in his house with Batish and Faraz. It’s less of a dramatic confrontation and more of an accidental family reunion, minus the hugs.
Lahore vs. Karachi: The Roast Battle Continues
Of course, no Faraar episode is complete without a healthy dose of regional rivalry. Earlier, Mohsin calls Shakeela’s brothers ‘chaudhary,’ triggering an ego-fueled argument. They proudly correct him—excuse you, they’re Maliks! S tereotypes are meant to be broken… or reinforced, depending on the situation. Later, when they encounter Batish and Faraz, the Lahori boys take the opportunity to roast Karachi accents, implying they all sound like they’ve got a mouthful of paan. At this point, they might as well create a Lahore vs. Karachi: The Petty Olympics event. This regional banter adds some unexpected realism to the show.
Fasih & Mohsin: From Bad to Worse
Things are not going as well for Fasih (Ahmed Ali Akbar) and Mohsin (Sami Khan) who are hot on the heels of Batish. They stumble upon Bali’s lifeless body at his den. Talk about being in the wrong place at the wrong time!
As luck would have it, a curious villager passes by, spots them with the body, and promptly raises the alarm. Within moments, the villagers converge on the scene, surrounding our Karachi boys. The police are called, and Fasih and Mohsin suddenly find themselves staring down the barrel of a murder charge.
Now, Mohsin isn’t exactly losing sleep over this—he’s already an escaped prisoner, so what’s another charge added to the mix? But Fasih? Oh boy, his life just took a nosedive. From incompetent cop to murder suspect—it’s not exactly the career trajectory he was hoping for.
Babrik’s ‘Oops, I Got Played’ Moment
Back in Swabi, Babrik (Danyal Zafar) finally gets hit with reality. Zallay (Meerub Ali) drops the bomb that his European dream was actually a well-laid trap by her family. Ouch. One minute he’s dreaming of life abroad, and the next, he’s realizing he’s been played like a fiddle. Time to rethink some life choices, buddy.
What’s Next? The Mess Just Keeps Getting Messier
With stakes skyrocketing, the big question remains—how will Faraar navigate this tangled mess? Will Babrik escape his doomed situation? Can Nazish and her questionable allies outsmart their fate? And most importantly, will Fasih and Mohsin actually manage to prove they didn’t commit murder? At this rate, the only thing certain is that Faraar isn’t slowing down on the absurdity anytime soon.