A bimbo engaged to another bimbo. Meanwhile, Naani wants the family to have a proper family photo done in a studio. Mr Khan narrates as we go back in time to the Khan's early years. He's making his own version of the Lemon Drizzle Inside Out cake. Stuck with a loser of a husband for life. He's kind,caring and innocent but not the sharpest tool in the box. That like American Jews and European Christians, Muslims are ready to satirize their religion under freedom of expression to make people laugh? 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. 34 episodes (5 series), 2012 2016. For Mr Khan the fewer the guests the better, which is why he believes in inviting only influential people like Councillor Javed. 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. Hes young, innocent and not the sharpest tool in the box. Its an important show for the BBC because of its diversity and because it attracts a family audience. Citizen Khan. Think before you speak. [1] The first name of Mrs Khan is Razia; however, Mr Khan's first name is never revealed. Amjad's mother, Mrs Malik, is threatening to solve Shazia and Amjad's housing problems by taking them with her to live in Bradford. Shazia (Krupa Pattani). The title of the show is a play on the title of the Orson Welles film Citizen Kane. Image shows from L to R: Dave (Kris Marshall), Dave (Matthew Cottle). Presenter John Rees discussed whether the BBC comedy was stereotyping Muslims, or whether it was fun and could be laughed about by Muslims. Citizen Khan is a British sitcom produced by the BBC and created by Adil Ray. Mr Khan is a bigshot, a loud man, a self-proclaimed 'community leader'. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Mr Khan is convinced his fun day with a bouncy Mosque and 'pin the beard on the Imam' stall will be far more popular than Dave's Women in Islam event. SEARCH epguides. "[16], The BBC ordered a seven-episode second series on 27 September 2012 due to good ratings. TV sitcom. To the airheads and stoners within our community who are absolutely oblivious to the socio-political reality facing Islam and Muslims in the wake of 9/11, the show may seem like a good laugh. So Mr Khan and Amjad hotfoot it to the posh country club to confront Scab's father in a sweaty sauna and give him a piece of their minds. Some British Muslims claimed that the show "ridicules" and "insults" Islam. Citizen Khan (TV Series 2012-2021) - Full Cast & Crew - IMDb Edit Citizen Khan (2012-2021) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Series Directed by Series Writing Credits Series Cast Series Produced by Series Music by Kam Frantic . Naani is Mrs. Khan's mother, and a frequent thorn in Mr. Khan's side! 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! Her only mistake is entrusting it to Mr Khan, who promptly loses it. Peter Bowles, what a legend! cries Adil, who grew up in Yardley, the son of a bus driver from Pakistan and a civil service interpreter from Kenya. "[18], Series 3 of Citizen Khan gained an audience of around 5 million per episode, including iPlayer views. 5Pillars is the only regulated Muslim news site in Europe, Australia and the Americas. for the Press CIC On 11 March 2017, Adil Ray appeared as Mr Khan on Let's Sing and Dance for Comic Relief as a judge. Riaz (Nish Nathwani). Citizen Khan Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. Her character is depicted to be one of a model Muslim/Pakistani teenager who is anything but practicing. Weve done some great aerial shots of Birmingham city centre and over Moseley and Sparkhill and the cricket ground. Citizen Khan TV Series 2012-2021 30 m IMDb RATING 6.2 /10 3.3K YOUR RATING Rate Comedy The perfect and modern ways of an Islamic family. . The fact that the driving creative force . He becomes much keener on all things ancient and Indian after meeting Lord Anstruther, but his hopes of hob-nobbing with the aristocracy are jeopardised by Naani's sticky fingers. Bit of a coconut. Xencelabs Pen Tablet Medium Bundle review: Move away from the mouse, Gareth Butterfield tries out a top-spec pen tablet, Alison Hammond makes surprise visit to Birmingham cafe with This Morning co-star, The popular Brummie posed for a photo with staff at Windowbox Caf, in Sutton Coldfield, BBC Peaky Blinders star Sophie Rundle teases return for the upcoming film, She could return as Ada Shelby for the Peaky Blinders film, Dunelm implementing new rule as it follows in Sainsbury's footsteps. His most prized possessions are his yellow Mercedes, his Italian/Chinese designed checked suit, his brown kufi hat and his briefcase (all purchased in 1981). We spoke to its creator and star, Adil Ray, to find out the secrets of the shows success and what happens behind the scenes. Baby Mohammad is having a few unsettled nights, and Shazia and Amjad are finding it difficult to cope with the lack of sleep. Its a Pakistani requirement. Hes very excited about being part of the Muslim community. Read about our approach to external linking. In line with the great tradition of British Muslim baking, Mr Khan enters the Great Sparkhill Bake Off. [9], The Independent's Hasnet Lais stated "Credit must be given to Adil Ray for not sparing any sacred cows and shining light on the conundrum of some British Muslim women under the patriarchal cosh. He's even bought himself a new suit. The following is an episode list for the BBC One sitcom Citizen Khan. Mr Khan is reluctant to spend the "rainy day" money. 27 November 2015. In his new role as househusband, Mr Khan introduces strict new house rules, and sends his younger daughter Alia to a London Mosque for work experience. And if he looks nifty on his feet, thats because 41-year-old Adil used to play cricket. Tragedy strikes the Khan household, as Amjad's bewigged father, Mr Malik, is knocked down and killed by the number 37 bus. The always cheerful Omar was a regular at the Sparkhill Jamiya Mosque in the first two series. Molly Rainford is joining the cast of the soap. Ray reported that he received death threats for the show, including one threatening a riot. Her husband is rich and always away on business. In Series 1, Dave is a white Muslim convert and Mosque Manager at the local Sparkhill Jamiya Mosque. On top of it all it just so happens to be the Khans wedding anniversary. 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! The Christmas episode got five million viewers which is a really good figure. He lives in Sparkhill, Birmingham along with his wife Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor), daughters Shazia (Maya Sondhi) and Alia (Bhavna Limbachia). Mrs Khan's on the warpath because Mr Khan's forgotten to book the wedding venue, but it shouldn't be a problem as long as he can persuade mosque manager Dave to do him a favour. Naani (Adlyn Ross). But when Mr Khan discovers he might be able to find an investor for his new invention amongst the funeral mourners, he throws himself into the burial arrangements. It received what Digital Spy referred to as an "impressive" 3.41 million viewers and 20.9% of the audience. From Series 4, the role of Shazia Khan was taken over by Krupa Pattani replacing Maya Sondhi. But holidays cost money plus there's Shazias honeymoon to pay for. Keith is the cheerful next door neighbour. Hold on, why am I ranting on like this? Blithe Spirit2020 Chup chup! Join Mr Khan, family and friends LIVE for their best moments from Series 1 and 2 of Citizen Khan!Subscribe: http://bit.ly/BBCComedyGreatsWATCH MORE:Blackadder: http://bit.ly/ComedyGreatsBlackadderLive at the Apollo: http://bit.ly/2L9SAuAFawlty Towers: http://bit.ly/2L9FRYHOnly Fools and Horses: https://bit.ly/CGOnlyFoolsAndHorsesLike us on Facebook! A second series of 6 episodes was recorded at the MediaCityUK in Salford, Greater Manchester, from 6 June to 18 July 2013, and broadcast from 1 October to 8 November.[2][3]. Ray reported that he received death threats for the show, including one threatening a riot. Includes 2013 Christmas Special, Deleted Scenes and Outtakes, Includes 2014 Christmas Special and Outtakes, 2013 Asian Media Awards, Best TV character Citizen Khan, Episode count is as of 23 December 2016 (Series 5, Episode 7), This page was last edited on 23 February 2023, at 06:10. Citizen Khan (a Titles & Air Dates Guide) Last updated: Tue, 5 May 2020 -1:00 Show Details: Start date: Aug 2012 End date: Dec 2016 Status: cancelled/ended . Other guest stars this series include Ronni Ancona as a chicken shop owner, Steve Furst as a council worker and Tyger Drew-Honey from Outnumbered in episode six.. The CNNs embarrassing attempt at explaining Muslim red pill and Akh-right Sam Smith, Satanism, the woke agenda and the war on organised We use encrypted SSL bank grade security and don't store any of your financial details. He says: She loves it. Mrs Khan's mother is staying with the family. We spoke to its creator and star, Adil Ray, to find out the secrets of the show's success and what happens. Loose Women star, who welcomed Belle earlier this month and Rose on her 32nd birthday last October, posted the adorable snap on Instagram. The series attracted a record 3.3 million viewers. Wikipedia. Her dream is for her family to be respected, her husband to be successful, and her house to be spotlessly clean. Copyright: BBC, Citizen Khan. Im not going to say dont watch Citizen Khan because I admit I watch it myself! Ray maintains that Mr Khan is a comic character who is intended for families of any ethnic background to relate to, as with other British family sitcoms. From Series 4, the role of Shazia Khan was taken over by Krupa Pattani replacing Maya Sondhi. Could it have something to do with the fact that he has been given the honour of placing the star on top of the Sparkhill inter-faith Christmas tree? Thats why it is important to invite only influential people like Councillor Javed. Originally from Pakistan, Khan is also very proud of being British. Citizen Khan is a sitcom airing on BBC One. His most prized possessions are his yellow Mercedes and his Italian/Chinese-designed checked suit, which he has kept carefully ever since originally purchasing it in 1981. Mrs Malik (Harvey Virdi) the arogant mother of Amjad who is constantly competing and putting down the Khans based on their material wealth. Shazia Khan is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Khan and the elder sister of Alia Khan. [4] On 27 September 2012, the BBC announced that Citizen Khan had been commissioned for a second series. How does mocking Islam console this? Episode 3 (10 September, BBC One,10.35pm), Mrs Khan is very keen to go on holiday. 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". Peter Bowles appears in the first episode as an aristocrat when Mr Khan goes to visit a stately home. Mrs Khan succumbs to stomach pains as a result of the stress, and the family rush her to hospital. David is always Poirot, talking in his French accent and you cant even approach Daniel when hes deep in a role. Stacey Solomon fans warn they 'may unfollow her' after Belle and Rose snap. Copyright: BBC, Citizen Khan. Mohammed is born the same day Christians believe Jesus was born on. Copyright: BBC, Citizen Khan. Citizen Khan follows the trials and tribulations of Mr Khan, a loud-mouthed . Citizen Khan is a British sitcom produced by the BBC and created by Adil Ray. 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 . On her hospital gurney, while waiting to see a doctor (whom she tries to set up with Alia), Mrs Khan makes her husband promise to stop Shazia, Amjad and Baby Mo going to live with the in-laws. Five series have been shown so far. Dave is very excited about being part of the local Muslim community and takes his job as manager seriously. Meanwhile, Shazia has her friends Matt and Debbie from work. Stephanie Slater kidnapper Michael Sams caught after BBC Crimewatch appeal, The second and final part of 'The Girl in the Box: The Kidnapping of Stephanie Slater' airs on Channel 5, Teenage girl 'touched inappropriately' by man at city cinema, Police are investigating the incident and want to speak to the man pictured about what happened, Chip shop praised for 'hilarious' response to one-star Google review over 'burnt kebab', A customer was not happy with their order from Shelfield Fish Bar which they say was 'burnt', Face of EncroChat gun dealer who sold deadly firearms to Midlands gangsters, Michael Derrane, 50, has now been locked up for 19 years and two months, 'Mr McDonalds' collects gong from Prince William after incredible journey from cleaner to fast food tycoon, Doug Wright was made MBE after going from 93p-an-hour cleaner to the owner of 23 restaurants, Explained: Aston Villa reveal 203.5m transfer payments and detail 10m Randy Lerner fee, Aston Villa accounts as the club detail everything from transfer payments to settling an agreement with former owner Randy Lerner, Police launch investigation into flooding at tower block as over 100 evacuated, West Midlands police confirm 'criminal damage' may have caused floods as residents hope to return to homes, Pictures of Smallbrook Queensway plan which could mean Snobs demolition, The Ringway centre may be replaced with up to 1,750 flats and three new public squares, Bigger council tax bills on way as Birmingham City Council approves 3.8 billion budget, Members have backed a budget that will see council tax rise by 4.99 per cent - here are the main things you need to know.