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Geo Entertainment


Geo Entertainment, also known as Har Pal Geo, is a Pakistani television channel dedicated to entertainment. It is part of the Geo Television Network and was launched in May 2002.[1] The channel began its test transmission on 14 August 2002 via the PAS 10 digital satellite, and regular transmission officially commenced on 1 October 2002.[2]

Geo Entertainment
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CountryPakistan
NetworkGeo TV
HeadquartersKarachi, Sindh, Pakistan
Programming
Language(s)Urdu
Picture format
(2021–present)
Ownership
OwnerMir Shakil-ur-Rahman
Jang Media Group
Mir Ibrahim Rahman
Key peopleAbdullah Kadwani (GMD)
Asad Qureshi (COO)
Sister channels
History
LaunchedMay 2002; 23 years ago (2002-05)
Links
Websiteharpalgeo.tv
Availability
Streaming media
HarPal Geo Liveharpalgeo.tv/live

HistoryEdit

GEO is one of the oldest television networks in Pakistan and has consistently achieved impressive TRPs with its daily soaps, reality shows, and drama serials since its establishment. In its early years, the network aired numerous daily soaps that gained significant popularity. Notable shows from the 2000s that are still remembered include "Tere Pehlu Main," "Meri Zaat Zarra-e-Benishan," "Kaash Main Teri Beti Na Hoti," "Tum Ho Kay Chup," "Doraha," and "Yeh Zindagi Hai," among others.[3]

While the channel maintained strong ratings, it faced a setback in 2014 when it was banned in the country for alleged blasphemy on its morning show "Utho Jago Pakistan."[4][5][6] Although the ban was eventually lifted, the network suffered a decline in ratings and received criticism for producing subpar content. It took time for GEO to regain its footing in the ratings. In 2017, the launch of "Khaani" marked a turning point, as the series became a massive success both domestically and internationally, ultimately being added to Netflix due to its widespread acclaim.[7] Around the same period, "Ghar Titli Ka Par" also achieved remarkable success, attracting many viewers on YouTube.[8] These two dramas helped GEO reclaim its status as the most-watched channel in Pakistan, similar to its pre-ban success. Since then, GEO has partnered with 7th Sky Entertainment, producing various record-breaking shows on television and social media platforms.[9]

In 2019, GEO Entertainment achieved two significant records with its shows in the 9:00 pm time slot, as both "Bharosa Pyar Tera" and "Dil-e-Gumshuda" garnered a remarkable 17.0 TRP.[10] The following year, "Munafiq" set a new record for the most-watched show in the 7:00 pm slot, achieving an impressive 22.75 TRP. This made it the second highest-rated serial in the history of Pakistani television and placed it on the top trending list in India on YouTube.[11]

However, GEO Entertainment has faced criticism in recent times regarding its lower picture quality compared to competitors such as HUM HD and ARY Digital, which offer higher quality broadcasts. Additionally, the network has been criticised for producing dramas that resemble Indian daily soaps, leading to accusations of copying content from Indian networks and adapting it into weekly drama serials or daily soaps to boost ratings.[12] in order to get ratings.[13] A notable incident occurred after the Pakistan Stock Exchange attack in July 2020, when the attackers' vehicle was discovered in a later episode of the channel's show "Deewangi." This coincidence sparked significant reactions from audiences, raising concerns about the timing and content of the show.[14][15]

ProgrammeEdit

Main article: List of programmes broadcast by Geo Entertainment

In recent years, GEO Entertainment has aired several popular programs that have not only achieved high ratings but also garnered international recognition. Notable series include "Mohabbat Tumse Nafrat Hai," "Piya Naam Ka Diya," "Ramz-e-Ishq," "Yaariyan," "Meharposh," "Aye Dil Tu Bata," "Deewangi," "Kahin Deep Jalay," "Rang Mahal," and "Khuda Aur Muhabbat," among others. Additionally, the network has expanded its reach by offering various series on streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, including titles like "Hiddat" and "Yaar-e-Bewafa." These efforts have contributed to GEO's continued prominence in the entertainment industry both domestically and internationally.[16]

NotesEdit

ReferencesEdit

  1. ↑ "Geo TV Network". DAWN.com. Retrieved 22 June 2014.
  2. ↑ "Blurred vision: Where is Pakistani television headed?". The Express Tribune. Gulraiz Khan. 5 May 2014. Retrieved 22 June 2014.
  3. ↑ Baddhan, Raj (11 February 2020). "Geo TV UK to re-run popular Urdu series 'Doraha'". BizAsia website. Retrieved 17 November 2023.
  4. ↑ Humaima (16 May 2014). "Another Show Cause Notice for GEO TV for Airing Blasphemous Content". Pakistan Tribune. Archived from the original on 31 May 2014. Retrieved 31 May 2014.
  5. ↑ Mohammad Ashraf (16 May 2014). "Pakistan's Geo TV under fire for 'blasphemy'". gulfnews.com. Retrieved 31 May 2014.
  6. ↑ "Demos held against Geo TV". The News. 17 May 2014. Archived from the original on 25 December 2018. Retrieved 31 May 2014.
  7. ↑ Asad Qureshi, Abdullah Kadwani (21 June 2018). "Khaani is a TRP hit".
  8. ↑ Faizan Javed (6 October 2018). "Ghar Titli Ka Par: A Superhit". The Nation newspaper. Archived from the original on 28 November 2018. Retrieved 17 November 2023.
  9. ↑ "Here are the biggest hits of 7th Sky Entertainment in 2019". Something Haute. 13 February 2020. Retrieved 17 April 2020.
  10. ↑ "Drama serial 'Dil-e-Gumshuda' ends with record ratings". Daily Times. 17 November 2019. Retrieved 17 April 2020.
  11. ↑ "Abdullah Kadwani of 7th Sky Entertainment talks about the possibility of delays in TV dramas production". Something Haute. 14 April 2020. Retrieved 17 April 2020.
  12. ↑ Zubair, Amna (20 February 2019). "5 things that ARY is doing right that Hum and Geo are not". Galaxy Lollywood. Retrieved 17 April 2020.
  13. ↑ Haider, Sadaf (7 January 2020). "What made a good drama in 2019? Here are the top picks". Images. Retrieved 17 April 2020.
  14. ↑ "Car used in PSX attack spotted on TV show 'Deewangi'". The Nation. 2020-07-03. Retrieved 2020-07-05.
  15. ↑ "Car used in PSX attack had four owners". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 2020-07-05.
  16. ↑ "Watch Hiddat | Prime Video". www.amazon.com. Retrieved 17 April 2020.
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