The new Pakistani reality show Lazawal Ishq has started on YouTube and is already in the news. The show was filmed in Turkiye in a big mansion with a pool and beautiful views. Actress Ayesha Omar is the host and appeared in a red gown for the first episode. Ten contestants were introduced and paired based on their choices.
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The idea of the show is to focus on emotional bonding and partner selection. One contestant, Urooj, said she wants a real connection and possibly a life partner. Ayesha Omar also shared that her mother liked the episode and found it interesting. She told the participants to enjoy the journey with honesty and fun.
The show has also faced a lot of criticism. Many people on social media called it un-Islamic and compared it to Western dating shows. Hashtags demanding a boycott of the show and Ayesha Omar became popular soon after the premiere.
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Still, some people praised the new idea and said it shows the emotions of today’s youth. Ayesha Omar replied to the backlash, saying it is not a dating show. Despite the debate, Lazawal Ishq crossed 200,000 views in just one day, making it one of the most talked-about shows in the country.