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

12 Amazing Movies That Defined The 90s

Ready to relive the ’90s? Dive into these iconic teen movies that defined a generation.
10 Black Sitcoms That Shaped The Future Of TV

These iconic shows not only brought laughter, but also paved the way for greater representation, storytelling, and cultural impact on the small screen.
From Ludacris to Tupac: 15 Movies Starring Real Life Rappers

Some of these movies launched legitimate acting careers for these talented rappers.
7 Movies About American Presidents To Watch For President’s Day

Here are seven films that dive deep into the presidential triumphs, struggles, and pivotal moments that shaped U.S. history.
Black Cinema: 6 Sci-Fi And Fantasy Films And Shows That Redefine The Genre

These shows and movies display the unique Black perspective needed in the sci-fi and fantasy genres.
10 Movie-Inspired Valentine’s Day Ideas to Make Your Romantic Holiday Epic

These 10 movie-inspired ideas will make your holiday feel like pure Hollywood magic.
The Most Visually Stunning Super Bowl Halftime Shows Ever

Admit it: You watch the Super Bowl for the Halftime Show.
10 More Movies To Watch If You’re Single on Valentine’s Day

These 10 movies are the perfect reminder that being single can be just as fun—if not better—than any rom-com romance.
10 TV Shows To Binge If You’re Solo On Valentine’s Day

Who needs a date when you have the perfect binge-watch?
10 Films for Your Office Romance Fantasy

From steamy flings to heartwarming connections, these 10 workplace romance movies perfectly capture the excitement and challenges of falling for a coworker.
12 Must-Watch Music Biopics That Hit All the Right Notes

There’s been a surge of biopics in recent years. These are the best ones.
5 Ways Netflix’s ‘The Night Agent’ Breaks The Typical Spy Thriller Mold

While most spy thrillers have become cliché, The Night Agent feels refreshing. Here’s why.
8 Reasons Why Owen Hendricks Is the Messy CIA Hero We Needed in Netflix’s ‘The Recruit’

Sometimes Noah Centineo is exactly who you didn’t know you needed.
The Worst Oscars Hosts of All Time, Ranked

These Academy Awards hosts totally bombed.
Top 10 Most Romantic TV Shows Streaming Right Now

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 Life Lessons We Learned from ‘The White Lotus’ (That We’ll Definitely Ignore Anyway)

Money can’t buy happiness. (But it can buy chaos.)
10 Iconic Oscar Moments That Defined Hollywood’s Biggest Night

Leave it to the Academy Awards for creating these iconic moments.
Top 3 Conspiracy TV Thrillers Streaming On Netflix Now

Netflix has racked up several amazing spy and conspiracy action series over the years.

Articles by
Mishal Zafar

12 Amazing Movies That Defined The 90s

Ready to relive the ’90s? Dive into these iconic teen movies that defined a generation.

10 Black Sitcoms That Shaped The Future Of TV

These iconic shows not only brought laughter, but also paved the way for greater representation, storytelling, and cultural impact on the small screen.

From Ludacris to Tupac: 15 Movies Starring Real Life Rappers

Some of these movies launched legitimate acting careers for these talented rappers.

7 Movies About American Presidents To Watch For President’s Day

Here are seven films that dive deep into the presidential triumphs, struggles, and pivotal moments that shaped U.S. history.

Black Cinema: 6 Sci-Fi And Fantasy Films And Shows That Redefine The Genre

These shows and movies display the unique Black perspective needed in the sci-fi and fantasy genres.

10 Movie-Inspired Valentine’s Day Ideas to Make Your Romantic Holiday Epic

These 10 movie-inspired ideas will make your holiday feel like pure Hollywood magic.

The Most Visually Stunning Super Bowl Halftime Shows Ever

Admit it: You watch the Super Bowl for the Halftime Show.

10 More Movies To Watch If You’re Single on Valentine’s Day

These 10 movies are the perfect reminder that being single can be just as fun—if not better—than any rom-com romance.

10 TV Shows To Binge If You’re Solo On Valentine’s Day

Who needs a date when you have the perfect binge-watch?

10 Films for Your Office Romance Fantasy

From steamy flings to heartwarming connections, these 10 workplace romance movies perfectly capture the excitement and challenges of falling for a coworker.

12 Must-Watch Music Biopics That Hit All the Right Notes

There’s been a surge of biopics in recent years. These are the best ones.

5 Ways Netflix’s ‘The Night Agent’ Breaks The Typical Spy Thriller Mold

While most spy thrillers have become cliché, The Night Agent feels refreshing. Here’s why.

8 Reasons Why Owen Hendricks Is the Messy CIA Hero We Needed in Netflix’s ‘The Recruit’

Sometimes Noah Centineo is exactly who you didn’t know you needed.

The Worst Oscars Hosts of All Time, Ranked

These Academy Awards hosts totally bombed.

Top 10 Most Romantic TV Shows Streaming Right Now

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.