BAD PAKISTANI || Ep. 1 - Karachi and the Language of Food

[@najmena1100]

That 1 minute trailer broke me. From the music, the videography, the edits and the voiceovers. You are a truly incredible storyteller and video maker! ❤

[@BENIxNadir]

You're too kind thank you so much 😢

[@haniyahammad2961]

I've never enjoyed watching a travel vlog as much as this. There's a certain depth in your expression and relationship with the country. Work of art! ❤️

[@BENIxNadir]

Thank you thank you

[@BilalHassan-xo3mh]

Bro, you’re such an amazing storyteller. This has got to be THE best travelogue on Karachi to ever come out period. Love love love. So happy to have been a part of it. Come back soon ❤️

[@BENIxNadir]

My brother, not possible without you! Prince of Karachi!

[@DarrenArvid]

you've now planted a love and curiosity for Pakistan in me - thank you

[@BENIxNadir]

My broski, you aint seen nothing yet!

[@shamailam3570]

I normally don't comment on videos but felt compelled to do so. As a half-Pakistani myself who has never stepped foot into Pakistan and who also doesn't speak the language (I know a bit and can understand half of the time), your question of "Am I a bad Pakistani?" spoke to me. I always have felt a sense of shame or embarrassment because of it. I've had people growing up tell me that I was not Pakistani enough or not Pakistani at all-and truth be told, sometimes I genuinely feel that way. I'm currently trying to learn Urdu and have felt a bit embarrassed as I am not close with my family who do speak Urdu, so who will I speak it to? All in all... I appreciate this video and I appreciate you molding and cultivating your own relationship with Pakistan and hope to do the same one day. Looking forward to this series. Take care!

[@jacobwheeler131]

This one hit home. I can’t wait for more! As an adoptee from Nepal to the US, going back as an adult was scary, fun, and full of surprises. You captured so many of those raw feelings of someone going “back” to a culture you don’t really know or fully belong to. Food is an ice breaker that also won my heart in Nepal. It seems the same for you in Pakistan. ❤

[@baigus]

This video has to be one of the most well documented stories of Karachi's food heritage, and Nadir Nahdi is an absolute legend.

[@jannat1053]

Amazing! I've seen many vlogs and documentaries on Pakistan but yours has been my favourite! Love the editing the sound and the way you tackled Pakistan's issues. Also big love to mystapaki!

[@aahrar]

This was well overdue, after your cooking videos this was needed! Shows your whole soul!! The scenes, editing, narration! Perfection!

[@alinamohammad]

Uff! How much I wanted to see my homeland from your eyes! Thank you for this.

[@TheViolentKitchen]

came here from the instagram posts and its so worth it. the rawness of emotions, diversity of culture yet the oneness of the people, just spectacular. the exceptional videography and editing ties it all together so well

[@WaseemsWay]

Bro you're an absolute G! Wow wow wow, storytelling on another level. Can't wait to see where your journey takes you❤️

[@rubasamz]

I loved seeing this so much! Can't wait for the next episode.

[@irfanchaudhry8269]

This was beautiful - bought back so many good memories of family time in Pakistan during my childhood - TY!

[@ibrahimabri]

Wow, I loved watching your vlog! It felt like I was right there with you experiencing all the amazing things you did. Your energy and enthusiasm for life is contagious, and I couldn't help but feel uplifted after watching. I loved how you captured all the little moments and details, making me feel like I was truly part of the adventure. Keep sharing your experiences with us - I can't wait to see where your next adventure takes you!

[@confusedsoul925]

Loved every bit of it. Being someone from Karachi and then moving away, food is the first thing after family that I miss the most. Such a lovely nostalgic video and narrated in a beautiful way. Wanted to watch this in peace, without increasing the speed, without any distractions and finally got time to do so. So happy to watch it.

[@houdasrhir3216]

I have lived in India for over 3 years and now you are just making me feel I must visit Pakistan too, now high on my travel list. I miss the food 😢❤️

[@BENIxNadir]

Hope it happens for you!!

[@hafsahlemonada4066]

5:04 such a hardd shot the cinematography is soo good not to mention the whole story and concept, the man never misses!!

[@usmanazam4662]

Yo man, really liked the way you chose and the amalgamation of vlogging and documentary as your target niche and implemented it in a really impressive manner. Welcome back to your roots!

[@toobaabid9627]

Best 21:57 minutes of my day.. Nadir, you've put so much hard work in this video absolutely loved every piece of it ❤️

[@armoghanazfar8665]

This is definitely one of the best and most in depth cover of what means to be a karachite and Karachi being a true cosmopolitan city! Amazing work, beautiful visuals.

[@BENIxNadir]

Means a lot to me thank you!

[@atiyaatif]

Absolutely amazing, loved every second of it.

[@amnaaamir9310]

Wow! You really have done justice to the experience that is the food of Karachi. I was captivated throughout, by the video!

[@BENIxNadir]

Yay! I'm so glad!

[@lizhangyip3257]

Amazing video Nadir! I've been following your shorts for a while now and i'm always amazed by the incredible storytelling that you're able to present in a short time. I love the longer video format as you can really go into detail about the countries and history, and of course the people who live there. Great video!

[@mansoorihsan2363]

Salam Nadir. Man, I am lost of words. It’s so beautiful to see what you have done. From your food tells a story to this. From short insta reels telling elaborated stories and educational stuff. Then a whole different ball game when I saw your this Vlog. Kudos to you hard work. 👏🏽 can’t wait for the Lahore trip cause I have been going and showing my wife who’s from Sri Lanka your insta stories. The foggy Lahore winters. The best time to visit ❤️

[@belaal8670]

So amazing, you showed my city in a manner that I had stopped seeing because of all the negative and dangerous aspects of it, but this definitely inspires me to cherish and explore it more, thank you

[@BENIxNadir]

Means a lot you say that thank you!

[@mehv2000]

This was beautiful. Thank you for highlighting the genuine love for food Karachites have. 💜

[@abdullahsaleem4027]

This is beautiful! I haven't been to Pakistan in 15yrs but this video brings back the few memories that I have and this deep need to go back and create more.

[@verena6870]

Thank you, Nadir, this was beautiful and eye-opening!

[@mustafarehman976]

Weeping at this beautiful piece of art. A true ode to our beautiful broken home of a country

[@ThirdCultureNel]

Loveee everything about this, Nadir! Your scripting, storytelling, editing, special connections with the people you met. Looking forward to the next episode! I'd love to visit Pakistan soon 🙏🏽

[@sabeenfaruqui9220]

This was amazing!! Thank you for showcasing Karachi so well ❤️

[@PakistaniMetalhead]

1:30am on the west coast of Canada. Flooded with memories of home. Love the storytelling and the literary angle of the prodigal son's return. Looking forward to the rest of the series. And I laughed when I saw the lachha parathas at Quetta Alamgir Hotel, my all time favorite and a must pilgrimage on any visit without which a trip to Karachi remains always incomplete

[@lana.16]

I love your travel and food vlog / documentary. Makes me appreciate the taste of the food I eat everyday

[@kiltedsupertramp7466]

Beautifully shot, amazing food and nice to see a different style of story telling. ❤

[@asfandyarkohati2961]

This was too good! You sir are an exceptional storyteller! Enjoyed every second of the film! 🥹

[@BENIxNadir]

Thank you so much! :)

[@mariammazhar1]

I could totally feel walking in the streets of Karachi and chewing that nihari boti. It was all in all a sensory experience. Can’t wait to see you on the streets of Lahore ❤

[@BENIxNadir]

I'm excited to show you it!

[@aribaomer7321]

I love this soooo much!! Thank you for taking us through your journey of what it's like being a pakistani. Can't wait for the next one

[@aqsaamin45]

No words.. just bawling my eyes out 🥹

[@hannahnygaard8404]

This was incredible! So beautifully made, Nadir. Pakistani food is on another level. I went to Pakistan in October

[@saimaa2060]

Love it! Thank you Nadir, i so appreciate your story telling

[@shayan296]

Theres vlogs and then there's something like this. Absolute gold!

[@sarahkazmi8335]

An incredible video to watch in every sense! Your artistic approach is poetic and truly takes you on a journey. Made me miss Karachi dearly!

[@BENIxNadir]

Thank you so much!

[@thekiwilime6391]

There is no word that could describe how beautiful this is. I felt so much emotions, it was like rollecestor of emotions and nostalgia memories. It brought smile, tears and warmth. So beautiful Nadir. Just wanna say thank you so so so much ♥and keep this amazing work and we are so proud of you ❤

[@lefutur72]

I always loved your documentaries! And I will always love them! Thank you for sharing your story 🤍

[@mayakamal9135]

beautiful. felt like i was traveling along, and getting to know you as a friend. also, salivating!!

[@LELEFO]

So good to see you back Nadir ✨!

[@BENIxNadir]

Thank you so much

[@sehrrahim]

Absolutely loved this! 🤍👏🏼

[@aiman-lv9jj]

wow, i have no words. you are amazing and with every piece of content i watch of yours, i am more and more in awe. thank you!

[@GypsyZoya]

Awww so excited for the new movie!!

[@usmanbradley]

Epppppiiiicccccc MashaAllah

[@ny5200]

Love Love Love it Wonderful work Nadir!!

[@atherzia7978]

loved it. will be using it in my anthropology classes. 🤲🏽

[@AD-lp4fo]

Had to subscribe. This is soooo good. Keep going! :)

[@akeyla]

Such a beautifully made vlog in which I've learnt so much about the history and culture of Karachi. Looking forward to the Lahore episode 😀

[@BENIxNadir]

Thank you!!

[@mdavdanial6400]

dedication as always!

[@huzairmumtaz]

Loved every bit!

[@malaikaafridi6631]

I adore your vocab. This vlog should be on mainstream. Such delicate representation of Pakistan's first Capital! Pakistan really got talent but living abroad (lol nvm) 🤌Nihaari

[@raeeskhan3237]

Loved this ❤

[@samiturk96]

As always beautiful storytelling, thank you for showing my birth city and the diverse cultures of Karachi

[@BENIxNadir]

[@TheSunflower0803]

Omg I love this series I'm turkish and my husband is pakistani been looking to find out more about pakistan and the places to visit.

[@syedabuzar2068]

Even I, as a Karachiite, haven't experienced all this by living there in the manner that you've presented in this video. The way you narrated the story that was impeccable. ❤️ What an amazing story teller you're!

[@BENIxNadir]

Means a lot to me thank you my bro!

[@alveenabilal5803]

Thnx for doing this lovely travelogue on Karachi….❤. It’s nostalgic & comforting.

[@ALJVD]

“Single not welcome in Pakistan” 💀😂

[@fahadjawaid3569]

wow.. this was beautiful and authentic.. Karachi, my city ❤️

[@MadC85]

This is absolutely beautiful. Thank you.

[@alibasic1]

This was truly a masterpiece of film making, hope to do something similar with connecting with my native of Bosnia inshaa'Allah.

[@auliafiryal4019]

im not even pakistani but i felt so emotional, such a really good video ❤

[@BENIxNadir]

Thank you!

[@1525boy]

Karachi was about 55% Sanatani (Hindu) at the time of partition. They were more educated, prosperous, individualistic, and ambitious than their Muslim peers. They controlled a disproportionate share of the economy in Sindh. Why were they forced to give it up and leave?

[@anza6470]

i am in awe. love it

[@Mysterytraveller231]

Just became a subscriber and already loving it

[@NadiaTariqBakeFresh]

Thankyou nadir, thankyou for this

[@MariaShoaib]

It’s beautiful! I enjoyed a free trip to home ❤

[@workiper]

Absolutely fantastic! ⭐️👏

[@zohairhadi8087]

Really inspired by the your videography skills. Bhot khoobsurati se banai hoi film ha

[@zebamohajir9356]

Loved it! I watched your stories on insta when you were in Pakistan and thoroughly enjoyed the journey you took us on. glad to finally see the finished version. By the way which part of India was your family initially from?

[@srajangupta49]

One of the best food blog, really want to experience this but politics I will never see it

[@jabrz]

this is just so amazing, beautiful

[@truthisoutthere90]

Love what you do, keep going!

[@Sanger2007]

I am in Love with This!!!!

[@arissa8562]

Beautifully made 👏

[@TPcuratedcultures]

In awe of your storytelling ❤

[@hinaiyl]

Brilliant MashAllah ❤❤❤

[@humzzzikle]

Awesome episode.

[@user-Rayyan123]

Will you go up north brother? To hunza valley or skardu?? Those are the most beautiful tourist attractions in Pakistan

[@TheMariumAgha]

Beautifully Done Thankyou

[@sunsetlover.6196]

This is looking soo good 🔥🔥🔥

[@anirudh7214]

"His skin wrinkled In the same way" I am floored by your storytelling.

[@nooral]

How beautiful, masha’Allah!

[@r.a3076]

I wish I could super like this video

[@TheFunkeeDeeva]

Awesome story. Awesome way of telling it. Gorgeous video. Without a doubt you are a London boy🤭

[@madihafatimaqureshi9144]

Really enjoyed watching your vlog,

[@zohaasethi5617]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ love it!!!!

[@seifabdelsalam2429]

lovely!

[@soset244]

Superb!

[@shantoahammed7396]

Wonderful

[@sirine3234]

Let's gooo 💪🏼💪🏼

[@niknuck19]

Looks fantastic

[@agul5758]

Amzing Nation, thy lively thy smiling thy thankful even in tough times Thy big hearted ♥️ ❤️ brave . Pakistani food next level Home cooks or food vendors fancy restaurant or hotel all prepare yum yum yumm food 😋 😊 Bro u resemble Shehzad Roy he is Pakistani singer . Nice vlog Keep it up Our 🇵🇰 beautiful 😍 Pakistan 🇵🇰 zindabad

[@mehreenabbas1]

786th like by me.. 😃 just mentioning...it will bring you good luck InshAllah...love your videos