Originally from Pakistan, Khan is also very proud of being British. However, when he decides to take Amjad in hand and teach him how to be a better dad, he gets a lot more than he bargained for during a trip to the local pool and later when re-enacting a scene from gangster drama Peaky Blinders. The image screaming out from the TV screens is that only over-50s, bearded Pakistani men who wear a Jinnah topi (hat) have the right to comment on religious and mosque affairs. But the training regime and selection process is tougher than he was expecting, even with Amjad helping him to get fit on the streets of Birmingham. Another theme that runs through Citizen Khan up to the new series is that Muslim men dictate everything whilst the women stay at home but in reality steer the decisions. Its an important show for the BBC because of its diversity and because it attracts a family audience. Get all the latest news and information in your inbox, with our range of email newsletters to meet all interests. Shazia and Amjad have managed to get a trial day at an exclusive gym, but Mr Khan is more interested in contacting a famous Pakistani cricketer. Having originally briefly visited the family from her home in Pakistan, Naani's now a permanent fixture in the house. [83] In the United Kingdom, reruns of the show air on Gold. Mr Khans new plasma TV , complete with surroundy soundy, provides the perfect opportunity to have his friends round to enjoy the Pakistan vs. England cricket match. Kris Marshall as Dave; Harvey Virdi as Mrs. Malik; Down to Latest Season. David Isaacs. He can be frequently heard loudly clearing his throat and is notoriously cheap, always trying to find way to save money, including exploiting his kind neighbour Keith for . Copyright: BBC, Citizen Khan. [8] He has stated that his influences came from comedies such as Only Fools and Horses and Fawlty Towers that were aimed at family audiences, and he desires for families of all backgrounds to be able to see elements of Khan's character in their father figure. Mrs Khan's mother is staying with the family. And of course, this is Adil Ray, the man who recently said in the Birmingham Mail that Muslim women at colleges shouldnt wear the niqab and supported BMCs initial niqab ban. London, EC4V 6AG Most likely to say (to Amjad) - "Budhoo" (a sweet nothing meaning idiot). Plans are being made for Shazia's forthcoming wedding to fianc Amjad . When we are only weeks old, our fathers take us to a secret training ground in Small Heath where we are taught to catch and only then are we allowed out.. "[10], The BBC received over 700 complaints[11] following the airing of the first episode with a further 20 complaints to Ofcom. Her only mistake is entrusting it to Mr Khan, who promptly loses it. Naani, Mr Khan's mother-in-law, is visiting from Pakistan. My point is that Citizen Khan does no justice to what a blessing marriage and wedlock is in Islam. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Mr Khan has been spending quality time with Alia's 'friend who is a boy' Scab. Khan meets Dave, the new mosque manager, but can he accommodate Khan's daughter's wedding?Subscribe: http://bit.ly/BBCComedyGreatsWATCH MORE:Black Adder: http://bit.ly/2Jyc2MMLive at the Apollo: http://bit.ly/2JEpWN9Red Dwarf: http://bit.ly/2Mc8tgZFawlty Towers: http://bit.ly/2y08RMpWelcome to BBC Comedy Greats, home to the best comedy from the BBC! While trying to teach Baby Mo how to play cricket Mr Khan discovers that his little grandson might be psychic, and immediately sets him to work picking his lottery numbers. It is a bit weird. He's even bought himself a new suit. Dave is very excited about being part of the local Muslim community and takes his job as manager seriously. Kris Marshall. Amjad originally worked at a . The Imam calls a special fast. Mr. Khan is reluctantly accepting of his daughter's love for Amjad, but it doesn't mean he finds him any less of an idiot! 34 episodes (5 series) Sitcom focusing on Mr Khan - self appointed community leader and future President of the Sparkhill Pakistani Business Association. Speaking to The Daily Telegraph in 2015 ahead of the launch of series 4, Adil Ray stated that fans of the show realise it is a "big laugh out loud comedy, not a reflection of every Muslim or Pakistani family in the country."[21]. Mr Khan narrates as we go back in time to the Khan's early years. But those with an ounce of intelligence can see right through this sorry excuse of a programme, which fails miserably to assimilate Islam into mainstream, Four men jailed over Birmingham cannabis factories, Talha Ahsan family hold one-year vigil for extradited son, Farha the film that Israel doesnt want you to see. Chup chup! Anil Gupta, David Isaac and Richard Pinto with Adil Ray. She tells Mr Khan to sign Alia up at the Muslim Academy, but when he finds out how much it costs, Khan decides there's a better option. Why did they replace Shazia in Citizen Khan? Naani (Adlyn Ross). What makes Citizen Khan literally cringworthy is the sordid effort BBC and Adil Ray in particular have made in depicting Pakistanis, but to me Muslims from the subcontinent in general as backward, uneducated, stingy and racist. Riaz (Nish Nathwani). So when Mrs Khan suggests inviting the Parvez family, Mr Khan is faced with an important decision. 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It is set in Sparkhill, South Birmingham, described by its lead character, a British Pakistani man Mr Khan , as "the capital of British Pakistan". Unfortunately, Mrs Khan's friend Mrs Shafiq's husband has just died and she wants him out of the house so that she and her lady friends can have a prayer meeting. Anil Gupta and Richard Pinto with Adil Ray, Mr Khan is determined to be the impresario behind the new call to prayer at the Sparkhill mosque, and sets out to hold his own. Adil Ray OBE 5 Non-Christmas Movies to Watch This Holiday, Best Online Games to Play with your Friends, 12 tips for creating visual content on social media, Character comedy Sketch comedy Sitcom Documentary Lifestyle. Image shows from L to R: Dave (Kris Marshall), Dave (Matthew Cottle). Meanwhile, Mr Khan tries to win a Pride of Birmingham award, which leads to an altercation with a parking attendant at the supermarket. "[18], Series 3 of Citizen Khan gained an audience of around 5 million per episode, including iPlayer views. Creators Anil Gupta Richard Pinto Adil Ray Stars Adil Ray Bhavna Limbachia Abdullah Afzal See production, box office & company info Add to Watchlist 43 User reviews Episodes 34 Top-rated Fri, Oct 18, 2013 S2.E3 [5] On 18 September 2013, the BBC announced that the second series would air on Friday nights in the prime time 9.30pm slot from 4 October. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. FAQ. [1] In Series One, Kris Marshall starred as Dave, the manager of Mr Khan's local mosque. But Mr Khans big opportunity to hob nob with the big wigs of the Sparkhill Business Association is threatened when he has to take his mother- in- law on a shopping trip she will never forget. Whilst I appreciate an element of racism does exist not only within the Pakistani community, but also the Bangladeshi and Indian Gujarati community (even towards each other), it is nowhere next to as blatant Citizen Khan makes out to be. Citizen Khan Characters. But his boast to Dave that he knows local boy Moeen Ali backfires when Amjad suggests he could get the famous England all-rounder to make a celebrity appearance at the fundraiser that Mrs Khan and Shazia are helping organise. It is set in Sparkhill, South Birmingham, described by its lead character, a British Pakistani man Mr Khan (Ray), as "the capital of British Pakistan". Opinion outside the United Kingdom was also mixed, resulting in many heated debates. Dave is very excited about being part of the local Muslim community and takes his job as manager seriously. [20], Citizen Khan has been exported to Australia, India, Russia, Bulgaria and New Zealand, spawned Christmas specials and prompted a UK-wide "live" tour of regional theaters. Dave (Kris Marshal) - a white Muslim convert who is the mosque chairman and is referred to as "ginger" and . Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor). Whether its the way Mr Khan speaks to Dave or looks at Omar, it was clear from the first episode of series one that anyone who isnt a Pakistani isnt really regarded as a Muslim in the eyes of the main protagonist. Mr Khan is not supportive; he thinks Christmas is just an excuse for people to get ripped off and he believes the Khans have the perfect reason not to celebrate it as they are Muslims. Stars Adil Ray, Shobu Kapoor, Bhavna Limbachia, Maya Sondhi, Krupa Pattani and more. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. With the exception of Adil Ray and Abdullah Afzal, its ironic how the rest of the cast are Indian non-Muslims, similar to the disgraceful Masoud family in Eastenders, which begs the question, would any genuine God-fearing Muslim be willing to play these roles without compromising Islamic principles? We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Omar (Felix Dexter). Shes the apple of her Dad's eye but little does he know what she really gets up to. Peter Bowles appears in the first episode as an aristocrat when Mr Khan goes to visit a stately home. Never one to miss out on a bargain, he then abuses Mrs Khans staff discount card at the supermarket to become the local nappy dealer. Molly Rainford is joining the cast of the soap. He . Shazia and Alia clash when Alia tries to hijack the studio session to get photos for her personal fashion vlog (which already has thousands of followers - most of them drawn to a video of Mr Khan walking to the bathroom in his underpants).Note: First series 4 appearances of Shobu Kapoor as Mrs Khan, Matthew Cottle as Dave and Nish Nathwani as Riaz. In Series 1, Dave is a white Muslim convert and Mosque Manager at the local Sparkhill Jamiya Mosque. 2012 - 2016. James Cary. But Im also developing a new comedy character, and Id love to do more live presenting. Keith (Phil Nice). This episode aired two weeks after episode 2 due to Children in Need on 13 November. [22], In June 2021, Ray was in a debate on Good Morning Britain about 'woke' comedy rows, and stated that the BBC was thinking about making a Christmas Special, but conversations would need to be had about the content and 'offensive stereotypes'.[23]. . But then it turns out Shazia has alternative plans. 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