Nida Manzoor has crafted a flawless TV show in We Are Lady Parts , a British comedy revolving around a Muslim punk rock band, Lady Parts. Season one launched in 2021 and garnered some well-deserved acclaim, proving the series creator/director/writer’s ability to execute her singular vision. Those six half-hour episodes are full of humor, heartfelt chemistry, catchy original songs, and, most importantly, astute commentary about the community it portrays.
throws the spotlight on its ensemble this time, and it really pays off. It’s refreshing to witness five female Muslim leads with distinctive, beautifully fleshed-out internal lives. Their coming-of-age stories are layered with romance, sisterhood, music, culture, and self-expression, and they embrace and topple stereotypes at the same time.
lets them experiment with their fashion, beliefs, love stories, and art, which frankly adds a level of narrative richness that is rare to find onscreen these days. Thanks to the fresh voices behind the camera, the series is equipped to tell myriad specific stories about the diaspora. Manzoor teams up with her siblings Shez and Sania for original songs that are impossible to get out of your head.
doesn’t get preachy while still sparking thoughtful discussions. It smartly disarms viewers with its one-liners, Amina’s voiceovers, and tons of banter. This sunny disposition is balanced with bold, necessary statements about the importance of diversity. And much like Lady Parts stands for their underrepresented fans, We Are Lady Parts illustrates rarely-seen stories in consequential, tender ways.
can cover so much ground in three hours without feeling overstuffed. The show hits all the right notes—it’s potent, touching, and laugh-out-loud funny—and, like a good gig, leaves you wanting more. We Are Lady Parts season 2 premieres May 30 on Peacock
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