What is it about Money Heist that has everyone going crazy with excitement? Could it have something to do with the much-appreciated acknowledgment of the 65 Pakistani hackers hired by the Professor, the addictive tune of “Bella Ciao” or just the very idea of watching people put together a crew for an elaborate robbery (Ocean’s Eleven, anyone?).
Money Heist is probably the one show on Netflix that EVERYONE is talking about these days. The show has become such a huge hit in Pakistan that people are demanding to see a Lollywood version of the show. Or at the very at least, a spin-off about the hackers from Pakistan.
Here is our take on who should be cast for Money Heist Pakistan IF they want to do justice to the series. Let’s see:
Helsinki: Shamoon Abbasi
A character who is seen as tough, but in actuality is a bit of softy, Helsinki is all about making the big guy stand out! We believe someone like Shamoon Abbasi would be perfect for such a role because his personality screams the same too!
Denver: Emmad Irfani or Yasir Hussain
Denver is a passionate and lively presence in the group, always adding color to each conversation with snappy remarks and his signature laugh. Yasir seems to have some of those same traits as well and would be an interesting choice. However…
Denver also has a strong personality in the team and he’s been a central figure of the show. That’s why we think it’s only fair to have someone like Emmad Irfani play that role since he’d be the perfect brooding character here!
Stockholm: Nausheen Shah or Iqra Aziz
If Yasir plays Denver then Iqra has to be Monica; a compassionate person who took many risks to be with her new lover when she saw how committed he was to her. Also, both characters are just so much in love on screen, the duo would be the perfect fit after the epic proposal at Lux Style Awards!
Stockholm has gone through quite a lot in the show, but has persevered through it all and has become super important! We just couldn’t think of anyone but Nausheen Shah for the remake, since we think she does look a lot like Stockholm! Plus, she’d make a kickass pair with Emmad Irfani, we believe!
Berlin: Adnan Siddiqui or Zahid Ahmed
A character who is both arrogant and charming at the same time, Berlin has been one of the most important characters in Money Heist. That’s why we believe if a remake was ever made here, we need a strong presence like Adnan Siddiqui behind it!
Zahid Ahmed has the perfect personality to play the position of a commander who leads the group inside the mint and judging from the roles Zahid has played previously, one can be sure he’d do justice to the multilayered and complicated character.
Rio: Adnan Raza Mir or Asim Azhar
Rio’s a character who is full of contrasts and that’s partly because he’s full of youth and spunk! That’s why we believe we need a celebrity who is completely a fresh face for this, and no one but Ahad Raza Mir’s younger brother, Adnan Raza Mir came to our mind! Well, if you’re looking for a debut, this is it!
However, Asim Azhar looks like the innocent and emotional tech expert, Rio. Unlike the other robbers, he is a child by comparison and equally careless as Tokyo.
Nairobi: Saba Qamar or Meesha Shafi
One of the most loved characters of the show, Nairobi has definitely been a central focus of the show! We believe someone like Saba Qamar should essay such a character because she has the ability to play roles that lie in the grey area perfectly! Plus, we’re sure she’d act the hell out of this character!
Just compare their attention to detail and spectacular fashion sense. We simply cannot imagine anyone else to play Nairobi other than Meesha Shafi who has it all to represent the strong female character with the rockstar fashion sense.
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Tokyo: Hania Aamir
We feel Hania Aamir would make a great Tokyo (Desi version) who is bratty, selfish, careless, impulsive, and prone to tantrums. She acts as if she has nothing to lose, however, her fascination for unpredictability and desire for control are dangerous.
Palermo: Imran Ashraf
Palermo is apparently a divisive character and we feel Imran Ashraf would be a good choice to play the role. Given that he is one of the masterminds behind the latest heist, Imran would be a great fit for this dominating role.
Moscow: Asif Raza Mir
We’ve seen Asif Raza Mir as a father in numerous plays so why now in this one too. He also resembles the father of fellow crew member Denver. He is experienced and that shows when he provides other crew members with advice.
Alicia Sierra: Ayeza Khan
One of the evil characters on the show, Inspector Alicia Sierra definitely has made life difficult for the team! But, she’s definitely one character without whom the show wouldn’t be the same! That’s why we think it’s time for Ayeza Khan to pick up such a character and show people how multidimensional her acting repertoire is!
The Professor: Fawad Khan
Pretty much everyone saw this coming as Fawad Khan was the first choice for everyone as The Professor.
Lisbon: Kiran Malik or Mahira Khan
A character who has so many layers to her, Lisbon’s move from being on the other side to becoming a part of Professor’s plans had us all rooting for her! That’s why we believe, we need a strong Pakistani celebrity like Kiran Malik to take over such a role!
Police Inspector Raquel Murillo is a woman who refuses to be defeated by The Professor or threatened by the men in her department. We have not seen Mahira play a cop before and it would certainly be a treat to watch her act like one. Plus, it doesn’t hurt to see Mahira and Fawad Khan in a show!
What do you think, who did we miss out on for Money Heist Pakistan? Share your choices in the comments below.
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Buwwaaahhhh. Like seriously, you are comparing these jokers with money heist cast. ???
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Stop joking around ,these clown should never be compared with the real masterpiece , we don’t need it okay, so don’t spoil the real series for us. We admire the real one. The real Denver, the real Professor. The real Nairobi.
First it was India and now Lollywood.
If you cant make your own don’t copy it.
Pakistani Actors are one of the Best, We must Learn to Respect and Own our People.. Watever the case, Matches are Brilliant… Long Live Pakistan..
Exactly Dude!
I agree 100%
O please we have very good n fine actors
Alhumdulillah
What the hell….. No one can meet the requirements of money hiest it has its own caliber of acting and performance, no doubt Pakistani actors and actrss are brilliant but please do not compare with money hiest.. Thanks
Only zahid & Imran ashraf fit perfectly…Bilal abbas for denver
Don’t do this bullshit huhh???
I think it’s going to be a blast
Okay…. Other things may if work… Its a big if…. But how will do ? kissing scenes for them the original cast… I mean we should never go out our league….
ARE YOU SERIOUSSS ???!!! These clowns cant even make 1 episode of this show… yeh sirf Hum TV k drama k qabil hain so please…
Yes the same Hum TV drama actor is apprached for Season 5. Referring to “Humayoon Saeed”.
Hey, guys why not Pakistanis? Why are you people sounding so exceptional for our own actors and actresses. We should support them why not a chance for them.
They didn’t know na Humayoon Saeed is also being approached for Season 5. Anyways the Pakistani cast selection is also good. They don’t own Pakistan & now world is owning Pakistan. Have you seen Netflix has also bought Khani drama & is officially on Netflix now.
I very very very like this drama so don’t try to fuck this up by comparing these losers except Fawad Khan. Love for Money Heist.
I thought Pakistan will have better actors for this title like Asif Zardari, Nawaz Sharif, Maryam, Bilawal B, et el
Exactly!!! I dont understand why all these people are hating. We are blessed with such phenomenal actors, such TALENT, such DIVERSITY. They have taken our industry and country to great heights. Proud of all my Pakistani people. Long Live Pakistan. PAKISTAN ZINDABAD??????
This is only a comparison for leisure,public should not take it seriously,money heist is itself moving to boredom, so DNT behave like insane towards it. It’s not so exceptional. Some of Pakistani characters juxtaposed by writer have remarkable resemblance.
Pakistani actors are way more good looking.
wow so many sarial comments. Chill guys it’s just a comparison
Please don’t compare this Spanish legends with PAK aatankwadis ?? lol … seriously ….?
The list is good but I think Junaid Akhter for Professor would be a better choice.
Lmao. Adnan Siddiqui for Berlin? Come on guys!
Money hiest in punjabi???? ??????
You found faces, but you actually need actors to reach that level. Unfortunately we have no ‘one’ so far.
I can’t stop laughing ! Lol ..
I am Pakistani and I must say this Money Heist is Money Heist! Please Paki actors, don’t ruin the caliber of Money Heist ?
Big NO ?
Our actors are the bestest of all. I’m my opinion Moscow should be Nauman Ejaz. Much resemblance.
What the hell it is!!! I mean what happened to u all man!. You are joking!. These ones u think u ones like Asim azhar n hania amir could match them? How hilarious ?
Nhe bhaii, maaro mughy maaro!
Our Pakistani heroes are our hero’s.No comparison with others.They deserve money for their best acting that’s it .Fawad and Mahira they both are excellent actors but why they gone to other countries to act please My request stay in Pakistan do your best to your country My prays are with those who are purly lovers of Pakistan.Stay blessed.❤
I’ve never seen such outrageous comments. It’s just a comparison and any actor regardless of race could copy whatever has been done before. Their race means nothing and these guys look much more attractive than the real counterparts imo. Long live diversity. May racists die out ASAP.
This is the dumbest thing I’ve ever seen in my life??.
I see roasters making a lot of money if such a show ever comes up ?
Ohh man seriously ?
Who the hell need a Pakistani version of money heist.. when we have this original masterpiece..
Please we don’t need Pakistani version of this series…