Pakistan, Sept. 21 -- Pakistani actor Durefishan Saleem has explained the message behind her drama Dar-e-Nijaat. She said the story does not focus on telling women how they should heal. Instead, she said the drama explores different standards around redemption for men and women. Saleem shared her thoughts on Instagram after viewers criticised recent developments in the drama.

Saleem said the story examines how men can make mistakes, seek redemption and receive another chance. She said women often face greater pressure to carry the consequences of their choices for longer. According to the actor, this difference forms an important part of the drama's central theme.

The actor also asked viewers to understand the characters without judging...