Behind-the-Scenes Moments from ‘Shikwa’
Popular actor Maria Malik recently took to Instagram to express heartfelt gratitude toward her co-star Sami Khan. Sharing exclusive behind-the-scenes (BTS) pictures from their ongoing drama ‘Shikwa’, Malik gave fans a glimpse into the challenges of shooting the elaborate wedding sequence.
The photos showcased the vibrant on-screen wedding of Sania (Maria Malik) and Zaroon (Sami Khan), with Malik stunning in a heavily embellished bridal lehenga.
The Challenge of a 15kg Lehenga
In the caption, Maria Malik revealed an intriguing detail about her bridal outfit, saying,
“This lehenga is literally 15kg heavy. It was really difficult for me to handle it and move around in it.”
She credited Sami Khan for his constant support during the shoot, writing,
“Thanks to my co-actor @sami_khan.official who helped me a lot.”
Malik also extended her appreciation to the drama’s director, M. Danish Behlim, for beautifully capturing the intense scenes.
Shikwa’s Star-Studded Cast
Apart from Malik and Khan, the ensemble cast of ‘Shikwa’ includes talents like Asim Mehmood and Yashma Gill in key roles. Seasoned actors such as Atiqa Odho, Javed Sheikh, Nida Mumtaz, Usman Peerzada, Seemi Pasha, Saife Hasan, and Salma Zafar also add depth to the story with their stellar performances.
The serial is produced by Abdullah Seja under the banner of iDream Entertainment and is directed by emerging talent M. Danish Behlim, while Nadia Ahmed has penned the emotional narrative.
‘Shikwa’, described as a compelling tale of love, betrayal, and resilience, is broadcast from Monday to Friday at 9 p.m. exclusively on ARY Digital.
