Zaviyar Ijaz reveals the Slaps in ‘Sang-e-Mah’ were Real

In a recent podcast appearance, Zaviyar Ijaz offered insights into the behind-the-scenes dynamics of Sang-e-Mah.

The drama’s characters, portrayed by an exceptional cast, contributed significantly to its success.

Notably, Zaviyar had the unique opportunity to share the screen with his father Nauman Ijaz.

Their on-screen dynamic was particularly noteworthy. In Sang-e-Mah, both actors portrayed the roles of a father and son.

They delivered performances that resonated with authenticity and emotional depth.

The drama’s triumph is owed to outstanding cast performances and a compelling narrative.

It is also because of the captivating depiction of the characters by Zaviyar and Nauman Ijaz.

The duo engaged in gripping and emotionally charged scenes in several episodes of Sang-e-Mah and now, Zaviyar shed light on how the entire sequence was meticulously crafted and executed.

He shockingly revealed that Nauman Ijaz actually hit him in some scenes and the slaps were real in Sang-e-Mah.

Zaviyar stated: “All the scenes you see where I am being slapped, those slaps are real. They were not in the script.”

Delving into filming a scene, he said: “In one scene I had to block my father’s slap.

“My father told me that in that scene, he will hit me for real and I had to stop the hand for the scene.”

He was able to block the slap successfully and the director clapped for this iconic scene.

Zaviyar further revealed that later in the drama, he was slapped again in another scene, causing him to fall. His father than kicked him twice.

Zaviyar confessed: “The tears you see in my eyes are from the pain from those kicks.”

Fans enjoyed the podcast and were thrilled to know what went on behind the scenes.

One user wrote:

“This father and son duo is amazing.”

Another said: “Nauman is the finest actor. Love seeing his dedication to his work.”

One joked: “This is so funny, I will rewatch the scenes again and enjoy them differently now that I know they were real.”

Another stated: “Sang-e-Mah is such an underrated drama.

“This drama did not get the popularity that it deserved.”

Sang-e-Mah stands out as a hit drama that garnered widespread admiration. It earned acclaim not only from critics but also captured the hearts of audiences.