Why Pakistani Dramas Aren’t Releasing on Netflix: Faisal Rahman Explains

Pakistani actor Faisal Rahman has shed light on why Pakistani television dramas are largely absent from global streaming platforms like Netflix. During a recent interview on a private TV channel, Rahman pointed to fundamental creative and structural issues within the local industry.

Rahman expressed his own disillusionment with television, stating he has no interest in returning to TV screens due to uninspiring roles and weak storytelling. He emphasized that the roles offered to him like stereotypical father characters provide “zero margin to perform” without a compelling narrative.

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Key Reasons Cited for Netflix’s Absence:

• Lack of Quality Content: Rahman stated that Pakistan lacks the “good content” Netflix seeks. He suggested that the type of content in demand is already being produced and released by India.
• Cultural Imitation: He criticized the industry for being “culturally influenced by India” and creating stories that follow Indian cultural templates, which hinders originality and global appeal.
• Skill Gap: The actor highlighted a shortage of “professional expertise and strong storytelling ability” needed to produce internationally competitive shows.

Faisal Rahman also clarified that he sees himself as an actor, not a businessman who can produce his own projects. He concluded that for Pakistani content to reach platforms like Netflix, the industry must focus on creating original, high-quality narratives with professional production standards.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What did Faisal Rahman say about Pakistani TV roles?
He said current roles, like paternal characters, offer no creative challenge or “margin to perform” due to weak scripts and lack of depth.

2. Why are Pakistani dramas not on Netflix according to him?
He attributes it to a lack of original, high-quality content that meets Netflix’s standards, noting that similar content is already being supplied by India.

3. Does he believe the industry can improve?
Yes, but he stresses the need for better storytelling, professional skill development, and moving away from culturally derivative content to create unique stories.

4. Is Faisal Rahman returning to TV?
No, he has stated he has no interest in returning to television due to creative dissatisfaction and now focuses on social media and other platforms.