This year the Federal Government has imposed a timely restriction on the screening of Bollywood films during and around Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Azha. The move was made in order to strengthen and empower the local productions. Well, no worries. Our very own film makers have a huge stock of films piled up for us to watch this Eid. Pakistani cinema has come up with at least four films all scheduled to be released on Eid-ul-Fitr.
Let me enlighten you a little about all four of them, so that you are in a better position to decide which one you would like to book your tickets for.
1.Azaadi
Directed by Imran Malik, Azaadi is all about Kashmir issue and fight for freedom of Disputed Kashmir. The film stars renowned actors Sonya Hussain, Moammar Rana and Nadeem Baig in lead roles and has been shot by Australian cinematographer Ben Jasper who had also shot Bollywood flick Bang Bang. If you wish to incite the feeling of patriotism in you, this movie would work perfect for you.
2.Saat Din Mohabbat In
This Mahira Khan starrer is predicted to break all business records of the year. Produced by Dawn Films, Saat Din Mohabbat In is a romantic-cum-comedy film. Directed by Meenu Farjad, this flick also stars Sheheryar Munawwar in a lead role alongside Mahira. Mahira’s star power is definitely going to give tough competition to other films. Let’s see who wins the box office race.
3.Wajood
Javed Sheikh has made a come-back to film direction with Wajood after around 10 years. The film features Danish Taimoor, Saeeda Imtiaz and Indian actor Aditi Singh as leading cast members. Though the trailer of the film failed to impress the audiences, let’s see what the original product has to offer. If you are a Danish Taimoor fan and want to watch romantic thriller sort of movie, Wajood will definitely appeal to you.
4.Na Band Na Baraati
This family comedy was earlier scheduled to be released in July but the makers of the film have now announced to release it on Eid itself. Produced by Zashko Entertainment, the film casts some of the big names of showbiz industry like Qavi Khan, Atiqa Odho, Mikaal Zulfiqar, Ali Kazmi and many others.
I hope you are now in a better position to decide which movie you should go for. Don’t forget to book your tickets beforehand as all cinemas will be jam-packed for first three days of Eid.
Let’s say No to Bollywood and Yes to Lollywood, at least for this Eid!
Afshan Writes 