"Downright Mean" — Sanam Saeed Steps In for Durefishan

11 August 2026

In the drama Dar-e-Nijaat, Durefishan Saleem plays Zaryab — a well-educated daughter of an affluent family who mostly speaks English with her sister, friends and boyfriend Zamil (Nameer Khan). Social media seized on her accent. Now, per Dawn Images, Sanam Saeed has called the pile-on what it is: "unsettling," the accent obsession "very lame," and the behaviour "downright mean and inconsiderate."

Fashion desk note: while the discourse argues about vowels, Zaryab's old-money wardrobe — structured tailored sets, muted tones, minimal jewellery — is quietly climbing search trends. Pakistan's version of "quiet luxury" is being defined by this drama. A comparable tailored look is pictured above.

Source: Dawn Images (10 Aug 2026).

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