Mishal Zafar
Culture/Entertainment Reporter
Sci-fi and horror expert
Mishal Ali Zafar is an experienced culture and entertainment reporter who has been writing professionally since 2017. Now a contributing writer for Thought Catalog's TV/Movie vertical, Mishal has worked as a staff writer and contributor for numerous publications, including Popsugar, Heavy, Showbiz Cheatsheet, Bustle, and Romper.
Mishal specializes in covering film, television, and the world of fandom, with an expertise in sci-fi, horror, and genre storytelling. She is an avid consumer of streaming content on platforms like Hulu, Netflix, Apple TV+, HBO Max, and Disney+.
Some of her favorite subjects to cover are Stephen King adaptations, Marvel and DC projects, and the work of director Mike Flanagan (she can wax poetic about the auteur's skill at crafting horror stories). Mishal is passionate about binge-watching the best of what TV has to offer.
Articles by
Mishal Zafar
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10 Iconic ‘Legally Blonde’ Quotes That Prove Elle Woods Is Everyone’s Hero
If you ever need a boost, just watch Legally Blonde.
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10 Rom-Com Series (For When You Feel Like There Is No Romance In Your Life)
Need a little romance in your life? A little picture-perfect flirtation and witty banter? We’ve got you covered. After a grueling workweek, there’s nothing quite like unwinding with a heartwarming rom-com series.
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10 Uplifting Movies To Cure Your Post-Holiday Blues
Sometimes you just want to hibernate with a movie. Let these be the films to give you a little hope.
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12 Feel-Good TV Shows To Cozy Up With This January
Grab a blanket and some snacks and hibernate with these cozy TV shows.
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10 Movies About Reinvention And Fresh Starts To Kick-Start Your New Year’s Resolutions
How are your New Year’s resolutions going? These movies could help.
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The Iconic Action Movie You Should Watch, Based On Your Zodiac Sign
Whether you’re a fiery Aries or a balanced Libra, your zodiac sign can reveal what kind of action movie will get your adrenaline pumping. Here’s a breakdown of the perfect action blockbusters based on your astrological sign!
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7 Movies With Unforgettable New Year’s Eve Kisses
Here are seven movies where New Year’s Eve kisses steal the spotlight.
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15 ‘Sex And The City’ Quotes Proving Samantha Jones Is The Ultimate Queen of Confidence
Her zero-filter approach to life, love, and not giving a damn turned her into the patron saint of confidence we never knew we needed.
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10 Netflix Shows That Gave Us The Best Advice Without Even Trying
From Sex Education’s raw take on growing up to Russian Doll’s twisted lessons about breaking toxic cycles, here are 10 Netflix shows that dropped some serious wisdom when we least expected it.
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7 TV Shows To Watch For The Ultimate Italian Escape
From gripping dramas set in sun-drenched coastal towns to reality series showcasing charming countryside villas, these seven shows will have you planning your own Italian adventure while soaking up the Mediterranean vibes.
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10 Outrageously Fabulous Life Lessons We Can All Learn from Moira Rose
‘Schitt’s Creek’ would be nothing without the Rose matriarch.
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7 Conspiracy Thrillers on Netflix To Keep You on the Edge of Your Seat
You’ll never see these Netflix thrillers coming.
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8 Dating Lessons from ‘Emily in Paris’ That Are Très Magnifique
Beyond the fab fashion and dream-worthy Paris shots, Emily in Paris offers some surprisingly real wisdom about modern romance.
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Here’s What ‘Twilight,’ ‘The Vampire Diaries,’ And ‘True Blood’ Have in Common
Hint: They have more in common than you think.
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5 Love Lessons I Learned From Watching ‘Outlander’
Despite centuries of separation, and countless wars, here are 5 lessons on love we learned from Outlander.
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10 Tropical Rom Coms to Ease Your Winter Blues
These romantic comedies will leave you dreaming about falling in love at a hot, beachy oasis.
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You Don’t Need A Man: 10 Rom Coms Where the Real Story Was About Self-Love
Romantic comedies come with their fair share of grand gestures and swoon-worthy moments, but some of the most memorable ones remind us that the greatest love story is the one we have with ourselves.
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The 10 Best Netflix Holiday Rom-Coms
From snowy meet-cutes to heartwarming happily-ever-afters, here are 10 Netflix movies perfect for cozying up and getting into the holiday spirit.
Articles by
Mishal Zafar
10 Iconic ‘Legally Blonde’ Quotes That Prove Elle Woods Is Everyone’s Hero
If you ever need a boost, just watch Legally Blonde.
10 Rom-Com Series (For When You Feel Like There Is No Romance In Your Life)
Need a little romance in your life? A little picture-perfect flirtation and witty banter? We’ve got you covered. After a grueling workweek, there’s nothing quite like unwinding with a heartwarming rom-com series.
10 Uplifting Movies To Cure Your Post-Holiday Blues
Sometimes you just want to hibernate with a movie. Let these be the films to give you a little hope.
12 Feel-Good TV Shows To Cozy Up With This January
Grab a blanket and some snacks and hibernate with these cozy TV shows.
10 Movies About Reinvention And Fresh Starts To Kick-Start Your New Year’s Resolutions
How are your New Year’s resolutions going? These movies could help.
The Iconic Action Movie You Should Watch, Based On Your Zodiac Sign
Whether you’re a fiery Aries or a balanced Libra, your zodiac sign can reveal what kind of action movie will get your adrenaline pumping. Here’s a breakdown of the perfect action blockbusters based on your astrological sign!
7 Movies With Unforgettable New Year’s Eve Kisses
Here are seven movies where New Year’s Eve kisses steal the spotlight.
15 ‘Sex And The City’ Quotes Proving Samantha Jones Is The Ultimate Queen of Confidence
Her zero-filter approach to life, love, and not giving a damn turned her into the patron saint of confidence we never knew we needed.
10 Netflix Shows That Gave Us The Best Advice Without Even Trying
From Sex Education’s raw take on growing up to Russian Doll’s twisted lessons about breaking toxic cycles, here are 10 Netflix shows that dropped some serious wisdom when we least expected it.
7 TV Shows To Watch For The Ultimate Italian Escape
From gripping dramas set in sun-drenched coastal towns to reality series showcasing charming countryside villas, these seven shows will have you planning your own Italian adventure while soaking up the Mediterranean vibes.
10 Outrageously Fabulous Life Lessons We Can All Learn from Moira Rose
‘Schitt’s Creek’ would be nothing without the Rose matriarch.
7 Conspiracy Thrillers on Netflix To Keep You on the Edge of Your Seat
You’ll never see these Netflix thrillers coming.
8 Dating Lessons from ‘Emily in Paris’ That Are Très Magnifique
Beyond the fab fashion and dream-worthy Paris shots, Emily in Paris offers some surprisingly real wisdom about modern romance.
Here’s What ‘Twilight,’ ‘The Vampire Diaries,’ And ‘True Blood’ Have in Common
Hint: They have more in common than you think.
5 Love Lessons I Learned From Watching ‘Outlander’
Despite centuries of separation, and countless wars, here are 5 lessons on love we learned from Outlander.
10 Tropical Rom Coms to Ease Your Winter Blues
These romantic comedies will leave you dreaming about falling in love at a hot, beachy oasis.
You Don’t Need A Man: 10 Rom Coms Where the Real Story Was About Self-Love
Romantic comedies come with their fair share of grand gestures and swoon-worthy moments, but some of the most memorable ones remind us that the greatest love story is the one we have with ourselves.
The 10 Best Netflix Holiday Rom-Coms
From snowy meet-cutes to heartwarming happily-ever-afters, here are 10 Netflix movies perfect for cozying up and getting into the holiday spirit.
