Anchor-turned-writer Shahzeb Khanzada has announced that following the success of his debut project Case No. 9, his next serial, Case No. 10, is on the way.
The 39-year-old revealed during an exclusive conversation with Aamna Isani for Something Haute that he has already completed the script for his new project.
“I have finished writing my new murder mystery story,” Shahzeb said, adding that the overwhelming response to Case No. 9 encouraged him to dive straight into his next project.
However, the launch timeline for Case No. 10 remains unknown.
When asked whether Case No. 9 drew inspiration from real events, Shahzeb clarified that the drama is not based on a single incident.
“Certain scenes come from real life, such as a powerful character using lawyers to pressure a victim, an incident that actually occurred and found its way into the drama,” he explained.
“Inspector Shafiq’s investigative approach was also real,” Shahzeb noted, adding that the actual incident was far more harsh and cruel, which the team toned down for viewers.
Case No. 9 featured an ensemble cast including Saba Qamar, Faysal Quraishi, Rushna Khan, Noor ul Hasan, Aamina Sheikh, Gohar Rasheed, Ali Rehman Khan, Junaid Khan, and Navin Waqar.
The drama is centered on Sehar, a determined woman seeking justice after being sexually assaulted by a powerful, influential businessman Kamran who uses his wealth and status to evade consequences.