| Author | Razia Butt |
|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Urdu |
| Genre | Novel |
Wehshi is an Urdu novel by Pakistani author Razia Butt. The novel revolves around the dysfunctional relation of a son with his mother and stepfather. The novel has been adapted into a film in 1972 and a TV series in 2022.
Synopsis
The novel talks about the effects of the childhood deprivations, abuse and toxic environment on one's life. It is about a young boy and his traumatised life who becomes so when his mother marries for second time after his father's death. His stepfather too tortures him mentally leading him to worse.[1]
Adaptation
- The novel was adapted into a film Pyasa (1972) which was directed by Hassan Tariq.[2]
- Wehshi, a television series based on the novel, directed by Iqbal Hussain is airing on Hum TV in 2022.[3]
References
- ^ "پاکستانی ناول نگار ’رضیہ بٹ‘". Jang. 2020-02-27.[failed verification]
- ^ Aijaz Gul (30 June 2017). "‘Pyasa’ to be screened tomorrow". The News
- ^ "Khushhal Khan to play unconventional role in Wehshi". Cutacut. 24 August 2022. Retrieved 21 October 2022.