Drama Maa Draws Backlash | Six Screens
Aina Asif, a Pakistani actress, is in the limelight of the online controversy once again.
She became famous with such successful dramas as Hum Tum, Mayi Ri, Baby Baji, Parwarish, and Judwaa. Her new drama Maa has recently premiered the very first episode on Green Entertainment. Nevertheless, it was not the drama that received only praise.
Rather, it was severely criticized by a lot of viewers. They expressed their opinions on social media. This blog examines the backlash that Maa has received. We also describe the reason why fans responded in such a manner.
We discuss viewer expectations and the general industry trends as well.
What Maa Is About
Maa is centered on a mother and daughter tale. The first episode shows the mother abandoning her newborn daughter. She leaves the baby in the house of her brother and then walks out. The show then leaps two decades into the future. It is this time jump that leads to the start of the main narrative. Aina Asif plays the role of the adult daughter who did not have her mother.
Yamna Ahmed is the author of the series. Ali Farhan Aanchan is the director of it. Babar Javed Productions is the source of the production. The story was not liked by many fans despite the strong team. Rather, they believed that the plot was clichéd and predictable.
Fans Complain of Script and Storyline
Shortly after its release, the audience posted their opinions on the internet. Other fans claimed that the plot was too cliche. This is to say that they thought the play was a cliché that people have witnessed many times. Some of the viewers noted that Aina has been playing such roles numerous times. To them, this repetition theme renders the drama unoriginal. In a comment, one of the fans said that Maa is a season 2 of Judwaa.
This analogy explains why there were fans who were frustrated. Furthermore, one viewer stated that Maa has a weak script and weak storyline. They did not think that just casting Aina would make the show successful. The backlash continues to increase since a large number of viewers are of the same opinion.
Viewer Desires Age-Relevant Roles
The other significant aspect of the argument is associated with the roles of Aina. Most of the viewers believe that she acts older than her age. They believe that producers usually give her scripts that are supposed to be played by older actors.
One fan specifically inquired, Why not give her the part of the sister? They thought that these roles are more age appropriate to her. This response is related to a broader debate among fans. Previously, there were numerous viewers who were concerned with the casting decisions made by Aina. Others claimed that she is too young to play romantic or mature roles with older actors.
This is one of the issues that have resurfaced with Maa. Thus, some of the criticism is not directed solely at the story. It also dwells on the way the industry mistreats young actors. Fans Too Discuss the Acting Style of Aina. Other viewers also remarked on the acting style of Aina in addition to the script.
They believe that she is melodramatic at times.
These remarks demonstrate that not every criticism is connected only with the plot of the drama. Nevertheless, her charisma and screen presence are still valued by many of her fans.
They recall her good performances in the past hits. Critics even admit that she is talented and promising. All they desire is scripts that can make her grow and develop.
Why the Backlash Matters
The response of Maa reveals the contemporary way of interaction among the audience. Human beings are avid consumers of dramas and they give their verdicts instantly. This has become a trend in Pakistani entertainment. In addition, social media provides fans with a voice more than ever. They no longer remain silent when they dislike a project. However, this also results in cruel comments and excessive pressure on young actors sometimes.
Aina Asif is only a teenager. She began to perform at a tender age. Due to this reason, it is argued by many that subjecting her to mature roles will have a negative impact on her. Actually, she once confessed that she is emotionally moved by the online criticism. Thus, the Maa reaction is not just a review. It is indicative of larger industry strains. It also points to the desire of the audiences to have better and smarter writing.
A Chance for Better Writing
In spite of the criticism, Maa still has potential.
Serial dramas tend to get better with time.
At times, the plot develops. Moreover, most fans wish that writers would give depth to the characters. When the story is made more unique, viewers can be warmed to it. Feedback is something that can benefit producers. It is also important that the viewers desire stories that are respectful to real life. They desire profundity, not drama in itself. This feeling demonstrates the maturity of the Pakistani audiences. They have become appreciative of fresh and relatable storytelling.
Final Thoughts
The drama Maa by Aina Asif created a buzz in the online world immediately after the premiere of the first episode. The script was attacked by fans as being cliched and predictable. They demanded greater originality. They also raised the issues of age-related roles.
Nevertheless, this backlash also demonstrates greater involvement of the audience. TV viewers have become aware of what they desire in TV stories. They appreciate quality as compared to repetition. Although the responses are ambivalent, Maa still can develop. The play may shock the audience later on. It has the potential to make a comeback out of its initial setback. Time will tell whether Maa will win the heart of the audience. The fans will keep on chatting, arguing and observing.
