Hina Dilpazeer is contractually bound to play Momo

In a surprising revelation during recent appearance in a Ramadan broadcast, Pakistani actress Hina Dilpazeer, known for her portrayal of Mumtaz, fondly known as Momo, in the hit sitcom Bulbulay, revealed an unexpected contractual restriction related to her iconic character. Dilpazeer revealed that she is contractually bound not to reprise her beloved role as Momo anywhere else, be it in on-screen projects or off-screen engagements like events or award ceremonies.

Momo’s character inside Bulbulay she is a charming but aimless old woman who often forgets names, including those of her family members and common household items. Her endearing jumbles and mispronunciations have won the hearts of audiences, with her trademark “oof” followed by a facepalm becoming an iconic reaction on the show.

Expressing her situation, Dilpazeer said, “I have it in writing that I cannot do this character (Momo) anywhere else. Yes, I did an ad where I asked permission to play Momo and they said yes, but it was just an ad.”

Apart from Dilpazeer, his regular cast Bulbulay features Nabeel, Ayesha Omar and Mehmood Aslam. Originally premiering in 2009, the sitcom has emerged as a triumphant offering on the small screen with the distinction of being the longest running television series in Pakistan.

The character of Momo has garnered a devoted fan following over the years, becoming one of the most beloved and recognizable figures on Pakistani television. Her comedic timing and antics have endeared her to audiences of all demographics, making Dilpazeer’s performance a must-see Bulbulayhis success.

In a 2021 interview, the actor noted the show’s wide appeal. “This show established our identity on television,” said Dilpazeer. “A lot of people recognize us by our characters rather than our real names and that’s a statement about how successful and relevant the show has been to our audience.”

Exploring the ever-lovable character of Momo, she credited writer Ali Rehman with a brilliant character sketch, but also gave voice to her comedic chemistry with Nabeel. Since the duo had shared the screen before, it was. “Many times, we had to do multiple takes, which would often irritate Khoobsurat (Ayesha Omar) because Nabeel, Mehmood and I would constantly laugh at each other’s gestures and signs,” recalled Dilpazeer.

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