Tag: Urdu
The Martial Artist
An MMA fighter destined for greatness must face his biggest rival yet: himself. Directed by Shaz Khan country of origin: USA languages: English, Urdu genre: Drama
Soul Of The Mountain
Soul of the Mountain follows the extraordinary journey of Fareed, a climber from Gilgit-Baltistan, who began his ascent at just 17, inspired by the towering peaks of the Karakoram Range surrounding his homeland. Witnessing adventurers from around the globe conquer the world’s most dangerous summits, Fareed sought to redefine the narrative for his people, proving…
Leveled
Safa, a 17-year old hijabi is about to embark on a day like no other but time is of the essence. Growing up in a multi-generational, Pakistani household, Safa is forced to adhere to cultural ideologies by her over-bearing, traditional grandmother, while caring for her mother who is sick with cancer. When Safa realizes her…
Karmash
The last heir of the Karmash tribe recollects his now-forgotten ancestral traditions. He wanders through fragmented memories of his past, his lineage, and the city, which is slowly fading into the ruins of his consciousness. A portrait of a man on the verge of familial madness. Directed by Aleem Bukhar country of origin: Pakistan languages:…
Jyoti
Jyoti is a psychological drama about Sharmeen, a reserved seamstress in Karachi who begins to fall for her neighbor, Jahanzeb. But as she opens herself to love, long-buried trauma resurfaces in the form of Jyoti — a voice from her past shaped by violent fiction and generational silence. The film explores how we inherit stories,…
Jism (body)
In conservative Pakistan, a photographer and his ambitious muses challenge social norms in pursuit of recognition and self-worth in today’s social media-driven world as they engage in candid discussions about culture, identity, body image and vulnerabilities – during a photoshoot. Directed by Husain Qaizar, Saad Zuberi country of origin: Pakistan languages: Urdu genre: Documentary
Hungama
Chaos ensues when Sabeen’s younger cousin, Alaina, drinks her contacts on her wedding day. Directed by NAWAL MUBIN and MAYRA CORENA GUTIERREZ country of origin: USA languages: English, Urdu genre: Comedy, Drama
Hi Roof
On a daily university van ride, two strangers exchange nothing but silent glances and louder thoughts. As days pass, their unspoken bond grows – until the silence becomes the story. Directed by ALI RAZA country of origin: Pakistan languages: English, Urdu genre: Drama
Ghost School
When Rabia, a ten-year-old girl, finds her village school closed, rumours start that the school is haunted and her teacher is possessed by a Jinn. This fable is a ghost story with a tinge of magical-realism that explores corruption from a child’s perspective. Directed by SEEMAB GUL country of origin: Pakistan languages: Urdu genre: Drama,…
Don’t Be Late, Myra
A missed school bus leaves ten-year-old Myra stranded in Lahore, where her journey home spirals into a tense fight for survival against the men who stalk her every step. Directed by AFIA SERENA NATHANIEL country of origin: Pakistan languages: Urdu genre: Thriller