Peacock and Channel4s series, We Are Lady Parts is one of my favorite series of the past 5 years. The series is created, written, and directed by Nida Manzoor drawing from her own experiences around the diverse culture and artists in London.
So, We Are Lady Parts tells the story of an all-female, Muslim punk band – Lady Parts – who is on a mission to find a lead guitarist…as well as play their first LIVE gig. The band is made up of strong-willed rhythm guitarist Saira (Sarah Kameela Impey), quirky mother and bassist Bisma (Faith Omole), as well as their hot-tempered drummer Ayesha (Juliette Motamed). However, they find their missing piece in the strangest place with Amina (Anja Vasan). Amina is a super shy, microbiologist who hides her guitar talent from the world…she also has wicked stage fright.
Finally, after three long years, fans are finally getting season 2!
CHECK OUT THE FIRST LOOK IMAGES FOR WE ARE LADY PARTS SEASON 2!
MORE ABOUT SEASON 2
In Season 2 of WE ARE LADY PARTS, the band comes back with a fresh artistic vision following their successful UK tour. However, their delicate equilibrium is jeopardized by a rival group. As they confront the challenges of pursuing success, Lady Parts navigate the complexities of recording their debut album, balancing personal aspirations as well as questioning their true desires to achieve fame and fortune.
In season two, we explore the interior lives of each of the women in more depth. Each of them facing new, existential challenges with all the silliness, pratfalls and banter of season one. The music is bigger too – more wild original tunes (penned by me and my siblings) and dare I say it, even better covers. The season overall asks the question of success. What is success? For a punk band – is fame, stadium shows and major record deals the answer? I wanted to explore the uncomfortable tension between art and commerce and ask how much compromise is too much. I’m really proud of what we achieved, and can’t wait to share it with old fans and new.
A NOTE FROM NIDA MANZOOR
Season 2 of We Are Lady Parts premieres May 30 on Peacock in the US and Channel4 in the UK!
