Citizen Khan

Synopsis

Citizen Khan is a British sitcom created by and starring Adil Ray, which first aired in 2012. The show centers around Mr. Khan, a self-appointed community leader and lovable family man living in Sparkhill, Birmingham. The series humorously explores the life of this larger-than-life British-Pakistani patriarch as he navigates the complexities of family dynamics, cultural traditions, and the British-Muslim experience. Blending witty humor with social commentary, Citizen Khan sheds light on the everyday challenges and celebrations within a multicultural community, all through the eyes of the charismatic and often opinionated Mr. Khan and his quirky family.

Cast

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  Adil Ray

  Mr. Khan

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  Shobu Kapoor

  Mrs. Khan

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  Maya Sondhi

  Shazia Khan

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  Bhavna Limbachia

  Alia Khan

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  Abdullah Afzal

  Amjad Malik

Reviews

Citizen Khan has received mixed reviews since its debut. On IMDb, it holds a rating of 6.3/10 based on user reviews, indicating a moderately positive reception among general audiences. Critics have praised the show for its unique focus on British Muslim culture and representation, with some noting that Adil Ray's performance as Mr. Khan is both charismatic and engaging. The Guardian praised the show for its "genuinely funny portrayal of a British Muslim family," appreciating how it highlights cultural nuances with warmth and humor. On the other hand, some reviewers criticized Citizen Khan for relying heavily on stereotypes and found certain jokes to be clichéd or overly simplistic. Metacritic has limited data on the show, but the consensus among critics is divided between appreciating the show's intent to bring British Pakistani culture into mainstream comedy and feeling that it occasionally lacks depth in its comedic approach. Overall, Citizen Khan is recognized for breaking new ground in UK sitcoms with its cultural perspective, even if opinions differ on execution.