Hadi’s latest actions in drama Rutba have sparked a debate among viewers, with some blaming Meer and Sheely for manipulating him while others believe he is equally responsible for putting his marriage with Mahnoor at risk.
Written by Umera Ahmed and directed by Haseeb Hassan, Rutba stars Talha Chahour as Hadi, Hiba Bukhari as Mahnoor, Mehwish Hayat as Sheely and Zahid Ahmed as Meer. The drama explores power, corruption and complicated personal relationships.
In Episode 11, Hadi’s growing involvement with Sheely took another turn when the two went away together. His decision came despite his earlier promises of love and commitment to Mahnoor, who was left waiting for him and trying to contact him throughout the night.
The episode hinted at a possible intimate encounter between Hadi and Sheely, leaving viewers to question whether he had finally crossed a line in his marriage. However, the exact nature of their relationship remains a subject of discussion.
The situation also raised questions about Meer and Sheely’s plan. Some viewers believe the two are using Hadi’s growing attraction to Sheely to trap him and gain control over him. Others argue that Hadi cannot escape responsibility for his own choices simply because he may have been manipulated.
The audience reaction was particularly critical of Hadi, with one viewer commenting, “Mard humesha muun martay hain.” Another suggested that he had been honey-trapped by Meer and Sheely, while a third expressed disappointment, writing, “So after all his claims, this is what Hadi did.”
Hadi’s behaviour has also changed how some viewers see his character. His earlier claims about being devoted to Mahnoor are now being questioned, while sympathy for her situation continues to feature in the discussion.
With Hadi’s relationship with Sheely becoming increasingly complicated, viewers are now waiting to see whether he will recognise the consequences of his actions. The coming episodes may also reveal how Meer and Sheely intend to use the situation and whether Mahnoor will discover what has been happening.
