Barzakh trailer: The trailer of the highly anticipated six-episode series 'Barzakh', starring Pakistani actors Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, was unveiled on Monday. The series, directed by Asim Abbasi, delves into profound themes of family, love, loss, and the afterlife. Abbasi, known for his work on Zindagi’s first Pakistani original 'Churails' and the acclaimed film 'Cake'—Pakistan’s 2019 Oscars entry—brings his distinctive touch to this new project.
The trailer intricately weaves themes of interconnectedness and enduring love, incorporating elements of local folklore. Central to its narrative is the question: “When all has withered, will love endure?” Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Hunza Valley, 'Barzakh' tells the story of a 76-year-old man who shocks his estranged family by announcing his engagement to the ghost of his first love, triggering a cascade of emotional confrontations.
Fawad Khan on Barzakh
Talking about the project, Fawad Khan shared, “After having seen ‘Cake,’ when I was approached for ‘Barzakh,’ I jumped at the opportunity. Asim’s work sets him apart as a very unique director whose emphasis is on character development in a way that is contemporary.” Fawad, who has previously starred in Bollywood hits like 'Khoobsurat' and 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil', describes 'Barzakh' as “nothing ordinary.” He added, “I’ve always wanted to attempt something out of the ordinary and ‘Barzakh’ is nothing ordinary. It’s downright experimental and I love it.”
Sanam Saeed on Barzakh
Sanam Saeed expressed her excitement about the project, saying, “The show’s premise, which explores themes of family, love, loss, and the afterlife, fascinated me from the start. As an actor, I’m constantly seeking roles that challenge me and offer a fresh perspective on storytelling. ‘Barzakh’ does just that, presenting a narrative that transcends conventional boundaries and delves into the realms of the mystical and the unknown.”
Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed on collaborating
This series marks the first collaboration between Khan and Saeed since their widely celebrated show 'Zindagi Gulzar Hai' in 2012. Saeed remarked, “What excites me the most about this is reuniting with a stellar actor like Fawad and sharing the screen with Salman Shahid, Sajid Hasan, and the other Fawad (M. Fawad Khan) who I’ve worked closely with in theatre.”
Fawad Khan echoed her sentiments on their reunion, saying, “Working with Sanam after all these years is still a comfort zone. I enjoyed it and I believe in her skills. It always makes my job easy. I hope you enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed the process of making it.”
Produced by Waqas Hassan and Shailja Kejriwal, 'Barzakh' will have its premiere at Series Mania in France before streaming worldwide on Zindagi’s YouTube channel and ZEE5 Global starting July 19.