| Zindagi Gulzar Hai | |
|---|---|
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| Urdu | زندگی گلزار ہے |
| Genre | |
| Based on | Zindagi Gulzar Hai by Umera Ahmad |
| Written by | Umera Ahmad |
| Directed by | Sultana Siddiqui |
| Starring | |
| Opening theme | "Zindagi Gulzar Hai" by Ali Zafar |
| Ending theme | "Zindagi Khaak Na Thi" by Hadiqa Kiani |
| Country of origin | Pakistan |
| Original language | Urdu |
| No. of episodes | 26 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Momina Duraid |
| Cinematography | Shahzad Kashmiri |
| Camera setup | Multi-camera |
| Running time | Approx. 40–45 minutes |
| Production company | Moomal Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | Hum TV |
| Release | 30 November 2012 – 24 May 2013 |
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Zindagi Gulzar Hai (Urdu: زندگی گلزار ہے, English: "Life is Wonderful") is a Pakistani television series directed by Sultana Siddiqui, produced by Momina Duraid under the banner Moomal Productions, which was first broadcast on Hum TV.[1][2] Based on the novel of the same name by Umera Ahmad, who also wrote the screenplay,[3][4] it originally aired from 30 November 2012, to 24 May 2013, in Pakistan. The story revolves around two people, opposite in thoughts and financial status, and has a strong female protagonist, contributing to its popularity amongst women.[5][6]
It was viewed widely across the Indian subcontinent, especially in Pakistan,[7] India,[8][9] and Bangladesh.[10] It was described by DAWN Images as an iconic Pakistani dramas.[11]
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- ^ "10 iconic Pakistani TV dramas you should binge-watch this weekend". DAWN. Archived from the original on 8 August 2017. Retrieved 26 January 2021.