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Aangan Terha (Urdu: آنگن ٹیڑھا, transl. Crooked Courtyard) is one of the most celebrated satirical Pakistani TV dramas, aired on PTV in 1984. Written by the legendary Anwar Maqsood and directed by Qaiser Farooq, this masterpiece is remembered for its witty humor, powerful dialogues, and bold commentary on society and politics.

Plot & Theme

The story highlights social issues through humor, with indirect criticism of martial law, the military regime in Pakistan, and the electoral system of the 1980s. The narrative blends comedy with satire, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking.

One of the most unique twists in the drama occurs when Anwar Maqsood himself appears in the final episode, addressing the characters and revealing that the serial is about to end.

Main Cast

Shakeel as Mehboob Ahmed – a retired civil servant.

Bushra Ansari as Jahan Ara Begum – Mehboob Ahmed’s witty and dramatic wife.

Salim Nasir as Akbar – their domestic help and a former classical dancer.

Arshad Mehmood as Chaudhry Sahib – Mehboob Ahmed’s quirky neighbor.

Durdana Butt as Sultana Sahiba – Chaudhry Sahib’s sister.

Guest Appearances

The show also featured many legendary Pakistani artists in guest roles, including:

Moin Akhtar as Moin

Lehri as Lehri

Alamgir as himself (the pop singer)

Mahmood Ali as Uncle Traffic

Qazi Wajid, Azra Sherwani, Sultana Zafar, Latif Kapadia, Asif Raza Mir, and even Anwar Maqsood himself.

Legacy

Aangan Terha is widely regarded as one of the most iconic PTV classics, blending satire, comedy, and social critique. It not only entertained audiences but also set a benchmark for quality Pakistani dramas, making it a timeless treasure of Urdu television history.

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