My Jihad
One of BBC iPlayer's first Original Drama Shorts, My Jihad, returns as a series. This tender and funny love story, set in contemporary Britain, explores the unfolding relationship between a young Muslim couple across three further episodes. Can a chance meeting on a bus turn into something more meaningful? Can they put aside their prejudices and persuade themselves and their families that they could have a future? Or are there just too many obstacles to overcome?
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1.A Bus & A Burka
28-06-201515mPilot. When Nazir and Fahmida clash at a speed dating night they couldn't be more different. Can a chance meeting on the bus home lead to a potentially beautiful friendship?

2.Is This Halal?
28-06-201515mFahmida and Nazir go on their first date. Excitement and nerves give way to tension when Nazir starts to suspect Fahmida is embarrassed by him.

3.A Pocketful of Nothing
28-06-201515mNazir and Fahmida tell their parents they want to get married, but does Nazir have what it takes to become a husband and a father? How can he prove he’s ready?

4.Cupcakes & Cubicles
28-06-201515mNazir’s parents don’t approve of his match with Fahmida, but what will he do when forced to choose between them? Can the couple finally be together? Will love prevail?
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