Critics have praised the series for its originality. Film Companion called it "a necessary, funny, and terrifying mirror to India's media ecosystem." However, not all responses have been positive. Some English-language journalists accused the show of "anti-English bigotry," a charge Sethi dismisses:
as Rani: One of the central village girls aspiring for fame. Angrezy Akhbar -2024- Voovi Original
is not for the faint of heart. It is dark, loud, and politically incorrect. However, for viewers tired of saas-bahu TV dramas and looking for a pulse-pounding thriller that respects their intelligence, this is the best thing to come out of Pakistan this year. Critics have praised the series for its originality