The timeless love story moved the audience.
A theatrical performance titled Wah Tera Kya Kehna captivated audiences on the sixth evening of the Awami Theatre Festival 2026 in Karachi.
The stage production was presented at the Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi, and received enthusiastic applause from the audience.
Written by Shaukat Uttarkail and directed by Shabbir Bhatti, the play blended emotion, humour, and family values into a compelling narrative.
The cast, featuring Abdullah Lala, Junaid Memon, Kamal Idris, Mehak Noor, Shahbaz Sanam, and Shanzay, delivered performances that resonated deeply with viewers.
At the centre of the storyline were two brothers, Shamim and Qurban, whose affection revolved around memories of their deceased parents.
Each brother saw reflections of their mother and father in one another, lovingly addressing each other as Ammi and Abbu.
Their emotional bond extended toward their younger sister Naik Parveen, a popular social media personality whose aspirations they passionately supported.
Understanding her love for dance, the brothers even arranged professional choreography to nurture her artistic ambitions without hesitation.
Conflict entered the narrative when their wives proposed marrying Naik Parveen to their own brothers to preserve family wealth internally.
The brothers firmly rejected the proposal, valuing emotional integrity and familial respect over material considerations and convenience.
The timeless love story moved the audience profoundly, with spectators responding through prolonged applause and visible emotional engagement throughout the performance.
Festival organisers described the ongoing programme as a “month-long programme of free performances” spanning multiple regional languages and artistic expressions.
The Awami Theatre Festival had opened earlier with Seedhi Jaleebi, a touching Urdu production highlighting sacrifice and resilience within marginalised communities.
Sindh Minister for Culture and Tourism Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah attended the inaugural ceremony alongside prominent figures from Karachi’s artistic community.
Addressing attendees, the minister emphasised that legendary performers like Umar Sharif remain remembered “decades later” through their enduring creative legacies.
He encouraged young artists to learn from senior performers and promised government support, with announcements planned for the festival’s closing ceremony.
Arts Council President Mohammad Ahmed Shah revealed that the festival involves “between 400 and 500 people” working across creative and technical departments.
He further noted that nearly ninety percent of council initiatives remain accessible through a “free entry policy” to promote inclusive cultural participation.
The festival features 29 productions staged daily in the evening, with additional weekend shows.
Scheduled plays include Mirza Ghalib in Karachi, Hota Hai Shab o Roz Tamasha Mere Aage, Bohat Ho Gayi Begum, and Yeh Kaisa Daur Hai.
Regional productions like Rab Diyan Rehmatan, Panjo Thino Karo, Pardes, Kandana Biaay, Dil Ji Duniya, and Mujh Mein Tu Maujood enrich diversity.
The festival will continue until February 15, 2026, concluding before Ramadan while maintaining its commitment to accessible and community-driven theatre experiences.
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