''Shikwa'' () is a Pakistani television series that was first aired on 11 November 2014, on

ARY Digital ''ARY Digital HD'' () is a Pakistani television network available in Pakistan. ARY Digital was founded by a Dubai-based holding company Pakistani businessman, Abdul Razzak Yaqoob and Salman Iqbal (ARY). The network is focused towards on Pak ...

. It is directed by

Rubina Ashraf Rubina Ashraf () is a Pakistani actress, director and producer. She was one of the most popular actresses of the 1980s and 1990s. Rubina appeared in classic PTV dramas such as ''Kasak'', '' Hazaron Raaste'', ''Sirriyan'', '' Footpath Ki Ghaas' ...

and written by Sarwat Nazir. It is produced by

Humayun Saeed Humayun Saeed (born 27 July 1971) is a Pakistani actor and producer. Describing himself as a method actor, Saeed is primarily known for his work on Pakistani television and cinema and is the recipient of several accolades, including Lux Styl ...

and Shahzad Nasib under

Six Sigma Plus Humayun Saeed (born 27 July 1971) is a Pakistani actor and producer. Describing himself as a method actor, Saeed is primarily known for his work on Pakistani television and cinema and is the recipient of several accolades, including Lux Style ...

Synopsis

Munazza takes charge as the caretaker of the house after the demise of her husband, Naveed. She concerned about her young daughters, Meher and Sidra, decides to get Meher married to her cousin Saqib, who is much older than Meher. Meher initially disapproves of the proposal but then suppresses her feelings against her mother's firm decision. This becomes the biggest regret of Meher's life as her life partner is twice her age.

Cast

* Waseem Abbas as Saqib * Soniya Hussain as Meher Saqib *

Irsa Ghazal Irsa Ghazal is a Pakistani television actress known for her roles in television serials such as '' Mirat-ul-Uroos'' (1988), ''Ullu Baraye Farokht Nahi'' (2013), '' Yeh Mera Deewanapan Hai'' (2015), '' O Rangreza'' (2017), '' Aangan'' (2018) and ...

as Munazza *

Asad Siddiqui Asad Siddiqui () is a Pakistani actor, who started his acting career while studying for his MBA. The nephew of actor Adnan Siddiqui, he appeared in notable television projects including '' Gumrah'', ''Khuda Dekh Raha Hai'', '' Shikwa'', '' Daree ...

Gohar Rasheed Mirza Gohar Rasheed (born 2 May 1984) is a Pakistani actor. He is known for the 2013 film ''Seedlings'', which earned nomination for best actor in a supporting role at the 2012 New York Film Festival and the 1st ARY Film Awards, and nominated ...

Sabahat Ali Bukhari Sabahat Ali Bukhari is a Pakistani actress. She is known for her roles in dramas ''Baby'', ''Naik Parveen'', '' Hari Hari Churiyaan'', '' Sanam'', '' Qismat Ka Likha'' and ''Aakhir Kab Tak''. Early life Sabahat was born in 1968 on 25 October i ...

as Zeba *

Badar Khalil Badar Khalil (), also known as 'Baddo Aapa', is a Pakistani television actress. She gained popularity for her role in the TV play ''Bi Jamalo'' portraying herself as Bi Jamalo. She has appeared in TV serials on PTV since 1968. She also appeare ...

as Maimona *

Humaira Ali Humaira Ali (née Chaudhry; 5 April 1960 – 3 May 2025) was a Pakistani actress. She was known for her roles in dramas ''Nail Polish'', '' Kankar'', '' Jab We Wed'' and '' Sammi''. Early life Humaira was born on 5 April 1960 in Lahore, Pakist ...

as Tamanna Khanam *

Qaiser Naqvi Qaiser Naqvi () is a Pakistani actress. She is known for her roles in dramas '' Main Chand Si'', ''Humsafar'', ''Shikwa'' and '' Ek Tamanna Lahasil Si''. Early life Qaiser was born in 1958 on 8 December in Karachi, Pakistan. She completed her ...

as Saqib's Aapa * Alizeh Tahir as Sidra *

Javed Sheikh Jawed Sheikh (also spelled Javaid and Javed; born 8 October 1954) is a Pakistani actor, film director and producer who works in Lollywood and Bollywood. He is best known for working in the Hindi films ''Om Shanti Om'', '' My Name Is Anthony G ...

as Naveed *

Emmad Irfani Emmad Irfani (Urdu: ) is a Pakistani actor who started his career as a model. He has done lead roles in TV serials from Geo Entertainment, ARY Digital and Hum TV while as a fashion model he has worked with national and international brands. Earl ...

* Sami Sani

Accolades

Nominations

Lux Style Awards The Lux Style Awards is an award ceremony which has been held annually in Pakistan since 2002. The ceremony celebrates "style" in the Pakistani entertainment industry, such as Cinema of Pakistan, cinema, television in Pakistan, television, Pa ...

- Best Television Series - ''Shikwa'' *

- Best Television Director -

References

External links

Official website
{{ARY Digital Programs Pakistani drama television series 2014 Pakistani television series debuts 2015 Pakistani television series endings Urdu-language television shows