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Khwaish
Created byNivedita Basu
Directed byMujammil Desai
StarringSee Below
Opening theme"Khwaish" by Rekha Rao
Country of originIndia
Original languageHindi
No. of episodes163
Production
Producers
Editors
  • Vikas Sharma
  • Khursheed Rizvi
  • Prem Raaj
Running time24 minutes
Production companyBalaji Telefilms
Original release
NetworkSony Entertainment Television
Release16 July 2007 (2007-07-16) –
24 April 2008 (2008-04-24)

Khwaish is an Indian television series which was telecast on Sony Entertainment Television from 16 July 2007 to 24 April 2008.[1]

The show started earlier in Pakistan on ARY Digital from 25 June 2007, becoming the first Indian television show legally being broadcast on Pakistan.[2]

The series was produced in Dubai.[3]

Plot

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The show is based on the life of an Indian Muslim girl, Afreen, who is living with her family in Dubai. Afreen gets what many girls dream of: marriage into a wealthy and respectable family, as well as a handsome, loving husband, Kabir. Soon, she is expecting her first child. Whereas Azaan is in love with the wealthy and spoiled Sania, who lives in London. Azaan shares his love story with his beloved brother Kabir.

Unfortunately, Afreen's joy is short-lived. Kabir suddenly dies in an accident. Circumstances lead Afreen to marry her brother-in-law (i.e., Kabir's younger brother) Azaan, who has never got along with her. One misunderstanding after another affects the relationships in the family. However, as time passes, Azaan and Afreen begin to like each other. They fall in love. Azaan cares for Afreen. Sania lands in Dubai and try to create misunderstandings between Azaan and Afreen. But every time they come close to each other. Sania threatens Afreen for spoiling her life. So Afreen decides to leave Azaan for the sake of Sania. They decide to remain separate when Azaan comes to no the truth of Sania. And then they unite. Time passes They live happily. Afreen delivers a baby boy, Kabir, who they keep. Zarin Khan behaves rudely toward Afreen. Azaan and Afreen hate each other they decide to divorce. But Afreen decides she will not give divorce until she learns who is behind Kabir's death. Then the family realises Zarin was responsible for the family's mishaps. Azaan and Afreen start their new life with much love and care with their baby Kabir, and they live happily thereafter.

One day, they see a man who is exactly like Kabir. Is this his look-alike or had he survived the accident? Was the accident staged by someone close to them? And who should now be considered Afreen's husband? The answers to these questions form the denouement of the story.

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Khwahish (transl. Desire) is a 2003 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film directed by newcomer Govind Menon and starring and as the leads. Released on 6 June 2003, the film marked the debut of in a lead role and was produced by Vivek Nayak and presented by Akbar Arabiyan. The story centers on college students Amar Ranawat (Malik) and Lekha Khorzuvekar (Sherawat), who fall deeply in love despite opposition from Amar's due to Lekha's lower . Defying societal norms, the couple elopes, marries, and honeymoon in , but their bliss is short-lived as financial struggles arise; Lekha abandons her musical aspirations to support Amar's pursuit of an MBA, leading to job success for him but growing marital tensions, including the birth of a child and Lekha's diagnosis with . Shot across 52 locations in , , and , the film features a soundtrack with six songs sung by veteran , blending romance, passion, and tragedy. Khwahish garnered attention for its bold portrayal of intimacy, marketed around 17 kissing scenes that sparked controversy in conservative Indian society, positioning it as a progressive exploration of young love and desire while facing criticism for explicit content. The film received mixed reviews, with some praising its realistic depiction of urban relationships and Sherawat's uninhibited performance, though it underperformed at the amid debates.

Synopsis

Plot summary

Khwahish traces the relationship of (), a wealthy student, and (), from a lower-middle-class background. The two meet by chance in a clothing store, where they bicker over a kurta-pajama set, but soon develop a romantic connection during their final months at . Despite opposition from Amar's affluent family, particularly his father who disapproves of Lekha's , the couple falls deeply in love, elopes, and marries. They honeymoon in , enjoying initial bliss, but financial struggles soon emerge after Amar's father disowns him. To support the family, Lekha abandons her aspirations in to take up a job, enabling Amar to pursue an MBA. Amar eventually secures a high-paying position, but marital tensions grow amid the routines of and the birth of their . The story takes a tragic turn when Lekha is diagnosed with , leading to her eventual death. The film reflects on their intense journey from passion to loss, framed by Amar's reminiscences.

Themes and style

Khwahish explores themes of young love and desire across social class divides, the sacrifices made in , and the devastating impact of on relationships. It delves into the tensions between personal passion and familial expectations, as well as the evolution of romance into routine and tragedy. Stylistically, the film blends romance and drama with musical sequences, featuring six songs sung by . Shot across 52 locations in , , and , it incorporates bold depictions of intimacy, including 17 kissing scenes, which were controversial upon release. The narrative structure uses flashbacks to convey emotional depth, focusing on realistic portrayals of urban youth and marital dynamics.

Cast and characters

Main cast

portrays Amar Ranawat, a from an upper-middle-class who falls in with Lekha and defies his 's expectations to pursue their relationship. plays Lekha Khorzuvekar, Amar's passionate and ambitious girlfriend from a more modest background, who gives up her dreams to support their life together after marriage.

Supporting cast

Shivaji Satam appears as Amar's father, a strict who opposes the couple's relationship due to class differences. Mahmud Babai portrays Ulhas Khorzuvekar, Lekha's supportive father who accepts the couple's choices. Shahbaz Khan features in a special appearance, contributing to the family dynamics and conflicts in the narrative.

Production

Development

Khwahish marked the directorial debut of Govind Menon, who also wrote the screenplay. The film was produced by Vivek Nayak and presented by Akbar Arabiyan under the banner of Mojdeh and Mojtaba Movies. Inspired by Erich Segal's novel Love Story, the project aimed to explore themes of young love and marital challenges in a contemporary Indian context, with a focus on bold intimacy scenes to challenge societal norms. Casting featured newcomers and in the lead roles, selected for their fresh appeal to portray urban students. involved script finalization and preparations for extensive , aligning with the film's release in 2003.

Filming

Principal for Khwahish took place across 52 locations in , , and , including in , to capture diverse backdrops for the story's romantic and dramatic elements. Directed by Menon, the shoot emphasized natural settings to enhance realism, with the production leveraging India's varied landscapes for scenes depicting life, , and conflicts. The filming schedule supported the inclusion of six songs in the soundtrack, sung by . handled the integration of these location shots, focusing on the film's controversial intimate sequences amid considerations in .

Broadcast and release

Domestic airing

Khwahish was theatrically released in on 6 June 2003. The film has since been made available on home video and streaming platforms, including and ShemarooMe. Specific details on its television premiere in are not widely documented.

International distribution

The film had limited international distribution, primarily targeting audiences. No major theatrical releases outside are recorded. As of 2023, it is accessible on international streaming services for .

Reception

Critical response

Khwahish received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. Taran Adarsh of rated it 1/5, criticizing the lack of a coherent script and calling it a "waste of time," while noting the film's bold approach to intimacy but faulting the chemistry between leads and . A review in echoed this, describing the film as lacking depth despite its provocative marketing around 17 kissing scenes. However, some praised Sherawat's uninhibited performance and the realistic portrayal of young urban relationships, with the noting its fresh take on romance and passion amid tragedy. The film did not receive major award nominations or wins.

Viewership and impact

Released on 6 June 2003, Khwahish underperformed at the , earning approximately ₹3.34 nett in (₹4.64 gross) and ₹0.05 overseas, for a worldwide total of ₹4.69 , classifying it as an average to flop verdict on 125 screens. Its bold depiction of intimacy, including 17 kissing scenes, sparked in conservative Indian , leading to debates and positioning it as a progressive yet criticized exploration of desire. The film significantly boosted Mallika Sherawat's career, establishing her as a bold new voice in Bollywood despite backlash, and contributed to discussions on onscreen sensuality in the early .
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