Naqaab (TV series)

Naqaab (Urdu: نقاب, lit. Mask/Veil) is a 2025 Pakistani drama television series produced by Humayun Saeed and Samina Humayun Saeed under their banners Six Sigma Plus and Next Level Entertainment. Written by Shafia Khan and directed by Syed Jari Khushnood Naqvi, the series features Ali Ansari, Humayoun Ashraf, Hina Tariq, and Ghana Ali in leading roles.^[1] It premiered on ARY Digital on February 23, 2025, airing daily at 7:00 PM PKT.^[2]

Naqaab delves into a complex narrative where the lives of Bilal (Ali Ansari) and Eman (Hina Tariq) take unexpected turns as hidden secrets begin to unravel. The story explores themes of trust and deception, raising questions about the true identities of those once held in high regard. It follows the dramatic uncovering of various "masks," revealing the true faces behind the intricate web of deceit. The plot is described as a slow-burn drama packed with secrets, scheming relatives, and familial dysfunction. At its heart is Taimoor (Humayoun Ashraf), a controlling businessman who marries his cousin Sara, while Bilal, Sara's understated brother, feels sidelined. The arrival of Eman, an unfiltered small-town girl, further disrupts the household dynamics, drawing unexpected attention.^[3][4]

• Ali Ansari as Bilal^[5]
• Humayoun Ashraf as Taimoor
• Hina Tariq as Eman
• Ghana Ali^[6]
• Javed Jamal
• Sadaf Siddiqui
• Sajjid Shah
• Ammara Malik
• Ahmed Rafique
• Huma Tahir
• Rehan Saeed
• Hurriya Mansoor

Naqaab is a production of Six Sigma Plus and Next Level Entertainment, headed by veteran producers Humayun Saeed and Samina Humayun Saeed.^[7] The script was penned by Shafia Khan, known for her engaging storytelling, and directed by Syed Jari Khushnood Naqvi.^[8] The drama was a highly anticipated project due to its ensemble cast and promising storyline.^{[9][10][11][12]}

The series premiered on ARY Digital on February 23, 2025, and aired daily at 7:00 PM PKT. It concluded on May 18, 2025, after airing 62 episodes.^[13] Throughout its run, Naqaab garnered significant attention, with its episodes consistently performing well on digital platforms and attracting a large viewership.^[14] Its engaging plot and the performances of its cast contributed to its popularity among audiences.^[15][16]

• Naqaab at IMDb