Yumna Zaidi gets big praise from Saima Akram Chaudhry
Pakistani star Yumna Zaidi has once again captured fans’ attention after sharing a heartfelt Instagram Story highlighting a glowing tribute from renowned writer Saima Akram Chaudhry.
The actress reposted the writer’s praise with a simple yet meaningful caption, “Honored,” leaving fans excited about their upcoming collaboration.
The Instagram Story featured a screenshot of a post from X (formerly Twitter) by Saima Akram Chaudhry, who is widely known for hit dramas like Suno Chanda and Chupke Chupke.
In her message, the celebrated writer praised Yumna Zaidi’s remarkable acting abilities while discussing her upcoming drama Dekh Zara Pyaar Se.
Saima revealed that when she created the character Romaila for the drama, she felt completely reassured upon learning that Yumna would be playing the role.
She added that Yumna’s expressive performance and powerful body language can bring scenes to life even without dialogue something she described as the true mark of a brilliant actor.
By reposting the message and tagging the writer with the caption “Honored,” Yumna Zaidi expressed her gratitude and respect for the acclaimed screenwriter. The post also confirmed that the actress will portray Romaila in the much-anticipated drama.
The interaction highlights the mutual admiration between the actress and the celebrated writer, while also building excitement among fans eagerly awaiting the new project.
Yumna Zaidi was recently lauded for her role as Nashwa in the drama Qarz-e-Jaan and is currently starring in the Ramzan 2026 special Dekh Zara Pyaar Se.
In the drama, she plays Romaila, a self-reliant young woman shaped by her parents’ separation. Her journey takes a turn when she encounters Zoraiz, played by Hamza Sohail, a disciplined professional dealing with early loss.
Their slow-burn romance explores love, healing, and family expectations, resonating strongly with viewers.
The drama also features a talented ensemble including Bushra Ansari, Arshad Mehmood, Saleem Sheikh, and younger stars like Romaisa Khan, Mustafa Rehman, Momina Munir, and Ramesha Nawal.