Pamaal’s recent episode has left viewers wondering how real and relatable the plot is for all women facing abuse in their marriage. Malika(Saba Qamar), who has lost her unborn child, is unable to grieve the child as she is worried about how her husband will react knowing the news. Later, when she misses picking up her daughter from school on time, she is unable to show concern for the child, but is again concerned about how Raza (Usman Mukhtar) would react.
Episode 14 displays the fear and confusion Malika endures again and again, showing how deeply she is affected by the toxic control Raza exercises in the guise of love. Her mental state does not allow her to move through day-to-day life, upon which she ends up making mistakes. However, when an unforeseen situation hits with Raza’s arrest, Malika is expected to be a strong woman, one thing that was robbed from her in the marriage, care and protection.
Viewers can find bone-chilling similarities to their lives, as many women share how they have been trapped in an emotionally abusive and damaging marriage. Netizens share their experiences, underscoring that Malika’s story is not only important but also common in our society. A user commented:
Women could relate to Malika always walking on eggshells, in order to safeguard herself from Raza’s wrath, a user posted:
Sharing her experience living with a parent who is a toxic partner, a netizen criticised those talking ill of Malika and wrote:
Another added her more depth to it by sharing her childhood story and said:
Pamaal holds a large audience because it tells a common, relatable, and understandable story. Yet, it leaves us wondering why abusive partners are common and celebrated in our society. Where many come to Raza’s defence, experiences shared by netizens prove that the end of these marriages is awful.
