Danish Taimoor bids an emotional goodbye to 'Mann Mast Malang'

Pakistani actor Danish Taimoor shared a heartfelt message on Instagram as his hit television drama Mann Mast Malang aired its final episode. The actor, known for his roles in commercially successful television serials, called the project one of his most meaningful to date.

“This wasn’t just another drama — it was a journey filled with passion, challenges, and growth,” Taimoor wrote, while expressing gratitude to fans for their support and to the team behind the series. He revealed that Mann Mast Malang had become his third project to cross one billion views on YouTube while still on air — a milestone he described as humbling.

Taimoor also thanked producers Abdullah Kadwani and Asad Qureshi of 7th Sky Entertainment, director Ali Faizan, writer Nooran Makhdoom, and the entire cast and crew for their dedication and trust.

While the serial enjoyed massive viewership and topped ratings charts in Pakistan, it has also attracted significant criticism throughout its run. Mann Mast Malang sparked controversy over its depiction of romanticised abuse and emotionally manipulative relationships. Critics and audiences on social media accused the show of glorifying toxic masculinity, particularly through Taimoor’s character, whose actions were often violent and possessive.

Despite this backlash, the show maintained a strong following, and its finale was widely anticipated. It also helped solidify Taimoor’s presence as a top-rated television actor — especially with his new drama Sher also emerging as a ratings frontrunner.

The dual success of Mann Mast Malang and Sher places Taimoor among the few actors currently dominating Pakistan’s primetime drama space. However, the mixed response to Mann Mast Malang also reflects a growing public conversation around the ethics of storytelling in South Asian television — especially when it comes to portraying love, gender dynamics, and violence.

For now, Taimoor’s message strikes a note of gratitude and nostalgia. “This chapter may be ending,” he wrote, “but the love and connection we've built will remain.”