Qarz e Jaan

Nashwa Behzaad, a young woman whose life is marked by unforeseen struggles that lead her into a fierce battle for justice. Challenged by external forces, familial dynamics and inner conflicts, Nashwa embodies resilience as she confronts the darkness that threatens to consume her. == Themes ==

Qarz e Jaan explores themes of love, companionship, and emotional needs of older individuals, especially widows, the importance of career and independence for women, and the impact of poor parenting on individuals and society. == Cast ==

Main • Yumna Zaidi as Nashwa Behzaad : Bisma and Behzaad's daughter; Asim's step daughter; Burhaan's love interest. • Usama Khan as Barrister Burhaan Hassan : Asim's adoptive son; Bisma's step son; Nashwa's love interest. • Nameer Khan as Ammar Bakhtiar : Bakhtiar and Sidra's son; Beenish's brother; Nashwa's ex husband. • Tazeen Hussain as Bisma Asim (nee Jameel; formerly Behzaad) : Jameel and Ruksana's daughter; Behzaad's widow; Asim's wife; Nashwa's mother; Burhaan's step mother. • Faisal Rehman as Asim Ahmad: Sabreena and Asghar's son; Burhan's adoptive father; Bisma's second husband. • Deepak Parwani as Bakhtiyar Ahmad : Barkat's son; Sidra's husband; Beenish and Ammar's father. • Sakina Samo as Barkat Ahmad: Bakhtiar and Behzaad's mother. • Anika Zulfiqar as Faryal Jehangir : Jehangir and Qudsia's daughter. • Daniyal Aamir as Asad Raza: Sohail and Afshan's son; Beenish's husband. • Salma Asim as Sidra Bakhtiar : Bakhtiar's wife; Beenish and Ammar's mother. • Ismat Zaidi as Sabreena Asghar : Asghar's widow; Asim's mother. • Fajr Sheikh as Beenish "Beenu" Raza (nee Bakhtiar) : Bakhtiar and Sidra's daughter; Asad's wife; Ammar's sister. • Tabbasum Arif as Qudsia Jehangir : Jehangir's wife; Sidra's sister; Faryal's mother. • Ramesha Nawal as Maheen Majid : Ammar's ex-girlfriend. == Production ==

In June 2024, it reported that Zaidi, Khan and Shuja Asad would star in Amna Mufti's written Andher Nagri, directed by Amin Iqbal. Nevertheless, further reports confirmed the series' title change to Khoon Baha, with Rabia Razzaq as writer and Saqib Khan as director. Additionally, Nameer Khan had replaced Asad. It marked Khan and Zaidi's second on-screen appearance previously starred in 2024 film Nayab. == Reception ==

Critical reception Oyeyeah reviewed the first episode and stated that "After watching the first episode, it is noted that the ensemble cast effectively sets the stage for the unfolding narrative and conflicts ahead. The initial episode successfully establishes the characters’ backgrounds and motivations, leaving viewers eager to learn more about their journeys". A review in the Khaleej Times praised the plot twists in the series. Sadaf Shabbir of the DAWN Images critiqued the series for implying that the heroine's resistance to her abusive husband was only justified after he committed a more severe crime, murder, rather than his earlier crimes, including rape. The ending of the series was widely commented by fans and in the domestic and international media. == References ==