As 2024 comes to a close, Google looks back at the top trending searches. Not just in India, but Heeramandi topped the Google search in Pakistan as well. Among the most-searched movies and dramas of 2024 in Pakistan, 8 are from India.
Pakistan’s deep connection with Indian cinema has always been evident, but the latest data from Google’s 2024 trending searches takes it a step further. The list reveals an intriguing trend — Indian films and shows have captured the imagination of Pakistani audiences, dominating the search rankings for the year.
While Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi was the most-searched in the country, Vikrant Massey’s film 12th Fail grabbed second spot, followed by Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal and Mirzapur Season 3 in third and fourth spot, respectively. Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao’s horror-comedy, Stree 2, was also among the Top 5.
Here’s the list:
- Heeramandi
- 12th Fail
- Animal
- Mirzapur Season 3
- Stree 2
- Ishq Murshid
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
- Dunki
- Bigg Boss 17
- Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum
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The list includes two Pakistani shows – Ishq Murshid and Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum. Starring Bilal Abbas Khan and Durefishan Saleem, Ishq Murshid is a light-hearted rom-com. Meanwhile, Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum revolves around Sharjeena (played by Hania Aamir), who gets heartbroken after her fiance, Adil, suddenly calls off their wedding. When her wealthy boss Rubab takes an adventurous step and proposes to her, things take an unexpected turn.
The domination of Indian content on Google’s 2024 trending searches in Pakistan is not a mere coincidence. Despite political and cultural tensions between the two countries, Indian films and shows have remained a source of entertainment for Pakistanis. From Bollywood blockbusters to web series, Indian cinema continues to have an influence on Pakistan’s entertainment landscape. The availability of Indian films and TV shows through various streaming platforms has only increased access to this content.
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