Verdict is out! Audience finds the finale of 'Biryani' a bit undercooked
The finale of Biryani has landed and viewers are not holding back. What began as one of the most promising dramas of the year has ended on a note many are calling “undercooked,” with fans expressing frustration over unresolved arcs and abrupt character choices.
The episode concludes with Nisa and Meeran reuniting after Gul Meher persuades Meeran’s father to finally accept their relationship. The two then return to bring Gul Meher home, only for her to decline. While the ending technically ties up the central love story, it has ignited widespread disappointment, particularly over how certain characters were treated.
A number of viewers felt the conclusion robbed Gul Meher of the emotional justice her character deserved. One fan wrote, “An alternate ending should have been how meeran finally realizes how much his lawfully wedded WIFE actually loves him. After the rainy night conversation with nisa, he finally sees the sacrifices and contributions of Gul Meher HIS WIFE in his life and decides to be a better man, a better husband… But no, we will not show that.”
“WHY did Meran not confront his father over Gul Meher’s character assassination? HOW could he let go of someone he supposedl
But the criticism didn’t end there. Rashid’s portrayal as a sudden antagonist also drew criticism, with viewers saying it felt forced and convenient — a narrative device rather than an organic development. One viewer wrote, “Nisa’s excuse of leaving rashid is just… As if she was looking for a point against rashid to leave him and run back to meeran.”
Another added, “Both Nisa and Meran are selfish people. Period. Nisa betrayed rashid and had the audacity to talk about trust. And meeran wasted gul’s life precious years because he didn’t take the stand at the right time.”
Some even flipped their sympathies entirely:
“Maturity when you realized Meeran and Nisa are the real villains of Biriyani. They are using Rashid Bhai and Gul Meher.”
What frustrates fans the most is that Biryani started off strong, with remarkable chemistry between Ramsha and Khushal, sharp dialogue, and a storyline that touched on an important topic. But by the end, all that promise seemed to have squandered, leaving audiences with a finale that felt misaligned with the emotional journey they were promised.
For a drama that sparked such enthusiasm early on, its conclusion has left many wondering how a story with so much potential lost its way.