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 aTV series in 2022.[1]
| Author | Razia Butt |
|---|---|
| Original title | وحشی |
| Language | Urdu |
| Genre | Novel |
| Publication place | Pakistan |
| Media type | Print (paperback) |
Synopsis
editThe 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.[2]
Adaptation
edit- The novel was adpated into a film Pyasa (1972) which was directed by Hassan Tariq.[3]
- Wehshi, a television series based on the novel, directed by Iqbal Hussain is airing on Hum TV in 2022.[4]
References
edit- ^ "Famous Novelists – Razia Butt".
- ^ "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.
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