Dil Pe Dastak | Episode 3 - The Other Me Unfolded

In the unlikeliest of places, amidst subtle tiffs, Saad and Sarah find love blooming. Despite their initial doubts, their hearts gravitate towards each other, weaving a bond stronger than any disagreement. As they navigate through the uncertainties of emotions, love find its way, deepening their connection with each passing moment.

And it has nothing to do with Dastak Mere Dil Pe, the Urdu-dubbed turkish drama.

Writer: Hassan Imam
Director: Ali Masud Saeed
Producer: Momina Duraid Productions

[Source: HUM TV’s Official YouTube Channel]

0. Dil Pe Dastak | Cast and Characters

1. Dil Pe Dastak | Episode 1

2.Dil Pe Dastak | Episode 2

3.Dil Pe Dastak | Episode 3

Dil Pe Dastak Episode 3 Written Update and Review

The Nagging

Yasmeen sees every young man as a prospective damaad, which is for comic effect but I fail to understand it. She’s annoying, and Sarah has every right to be annoyed with her (s)mother and grandmother. I still can’t get over the fact that the two of them just barged into her room and ruined her interview because they have no sense of boundaries. Neither of them realizes their mistake, either. Forget what society expects us to do, it’s a religious matter. As a kid grows up, Islam teaches the parents to knock before entering their room.

The Poetess

The Poetess has another aamad.

Dil ke karke tukde tukde mujhe chhod ke jamae waley

Tujhe naseeb ho bhoosi tukde jhooti qasmein khaney waley

The DAnniversary

It’s Shaheda’s barsi today, Abdul Ghani’s late wife. Funnily, we haven’t seen her portrait yet even though late friend’s photo was so easily available for Abdul Ghani to admire. Could have done it better.

The Separation Dilemma

Shakeel doesn’t live with his family because apparently he hit Yasmeen once. Fact: It’s a lie. It was Yasmeen who threw tantrums and Shakeel went to his business trip to Malaysia as planned, which caused the separation. I don’t get it; it’s such a frivolous reason to separate. Maybe there’s more than meets the eye. We will know in future I guess.

The Unnecessary Twist

Out of blue, Abdul Ghani thinks that Saad is interested in Sarah and late Shaheda also wanted the two to be married (Saad and Sarah). This storyline felt forced and out of place, adding unnecessary drama to the narrative. It seemed unlikely that he just watched the two talking and was like–Shaheda wanted Saad and Sarah to be married, especially without any prior indication of such a desire from anyone. The sudden introduction of this plot point disrupted the flow of the story and did not seem to align with the characters’ previous development. It felt like a contrived attempt to create tension and conflict, rather than a natural progression of the plot.

Review

I don’t have anything to say about this episode. It was alright.

But wait… Let me try again.

The latest episode of “Dil Pe Dastak” delves deeper into the dynamics of Yasmeen’s character, portraying her as someone who sees potential suitors in every young man she meets. While this trait is meant to add a comic element to the show, it often comes across as more annoying than humorous. Yasmeen’s overbearing nature and lack of boundaries, as seen in her intrusive behavior towards Sarah, are portrayed in a way that makes it easy for viewers to sympathize with Sarah’s frustrations.

One of the strengths of this episode is its portrayal of Sarah’s character. Despite facing constant interference from her mother and grandmother, Sarah remains strong-willed and determined to pursue her own path. Her resilience in the face of adversity is commendable and adds depth to her character.

Despite this, the episode had its moments, particularly in the scenes between Saad and Sarah, which were well-acted and showed the chemistry between the two characters. The over-the-top performances of the cast continue to be a highlight of the show, adding essense to a rom-com. Rom-com meaning over-the-top and loud acting, right?

Overall, while “Dil Pe Dastak” continues to be an engaging drama with strong performances, its portrayal of certain characters and situations may not resonate with all viewers. Nonetheless, it remains a compelling watch for those interested in Pakistani dramas.

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Shabana Mukhtar