by Momin Ali Munshi
2013 proved to be a game changer for Pakistani Cinema when as many as seven quality films released and changed the film scene in Pakistan. The hopes now are naturally high and it is expected that the year 2014 will be an even bigger period for the local cinema and will take Pakistan film industry to newer heights. Validating these hopes are the trailers of some upcoming films which guarantee that the current year will be no less and that it will help Pakistani film in regaining its lost glory. Three films “The System”, “Tamanna” and “Sultanat” have already released to packed houses and have set the mood for 2014 to be an even bigger year. We here at Galaxy Lollywood present you with a list of five up-coming Pakistani movies which are all set to release and tell you why you should be counting days to the release of these films.
1.Dukhtar
Starring: Samiya Mumtaz, Mohib Mirza, Ajab Gul, Samina Ahmed, Adnan Shah Tipu, Omair Rana, Saleha Aref, Asif Khan, and Abdullah Jaan.
Director: Afia Nathaniel.
Producer: Muhammad Khalid Ali.
Release Date: 18 September 2014.
Synopsis: The film is set in the mountains of Pakistan and tells the story of a mother and her ten year old daughter who flee their home on the eve of the girl’s marriage to a tribal leader which results in a deadly hunt.
Galaxy Lollywood says it’s Hot because: Having a track record of films like “Bol” and “Khuda Kay Liye” one believes that GEO Films knows how to spot diamonds in a coal mine. Moreover “Dukhtar” is bringing back the company to film distribution after quite a long period so naturally the hopes are higher and one has lots of expectations from the film. Also, the film will mark the silver screen debut of the beautiful Samiya Mumtaz along with a stellar ensemble cast which boasts of big names! Lastly the teaser trailer of the film has been getting quite the eyeballs and people are loving the entire feel of it. This is one film we are waiting for!
2.Operation 021
Starring: Shaan Shahid, Aamina Sheikh, Ayub Khosa, Shamoon Abbasi , Hameed Sheikh, Tatmain ul Qulb, Ayaz Samoo, Gohar Rasheed, Bilal Ashraf, Wendy Haines, Joe Towne, James Hallet, Abdullah Ghaznavi and Daniyal Raheal.
Director: Jami Mahmood, Co-Director Summer Nicks.
Producer: Zeba Bakhtiar, Azaan Sami Khan & Jami Mahmood.
Release Date: Eid-ul-Azha.
Synopsis: The film tells the story of an Afghani man who has lived through three decades of warfare in his country and now wants to save it from future bloodshed. He has an ally on the other side of the border, a Pakistani man, and they both come up with a plan that could save both the countries. The plan only has 21 hours to execution and what follows is a deadly ride which puts at risk the life of everyone both the men ever knew.
Galaxy Lollywood Says it’s Hot because: Touted as Pakistan’s first spy action thriller the film brings back Lollywood’s favorite Shaan Shahid to the silver screen after last year’s block-buster Waar. Furthermore, the film may not move in real time like the television show 24, buts it’s quite close to real time and this is definitely a first for us in Pakistan! Also there are rumors that the gorgeous Iman Ali has a special appearance in the film. Lastly if you loved the Shaan-Shamoon fights in “Waar” you have the same Jodi in this film as well, though Shamoon has been claiming that his role has all been chopped up by the makers and has been reduced to a mere cameo but looks like only time will tell the real tale.
3.Na Maloom Afraad
Starring: Fahad Mustafa, Javed Sheikh, Mohsin Abbas Haider, Urwa Hocain, Kubra Khan, Salman Shahid, Nayyar Ejaz, Erfan Motiwala, Masood Khan, Salim Mairaj, Amber Wajid and Mehwish Hayat (special appearance).
Director: Nabeel Qureshi.
Producer: Fizza Ali Meerza.
Release Date: Late 2014.
Synopsis: The film tells the story of three men who are chasing their individual desires and ambitions in the chaotic city of Karachi. But then this one incident brings them together and changes their lives forever. The characters then hatch a crazy plan to save their “love, life and asses.” What follows is a thrilling roller coaster ride full of twists and turns while these men go crazy in the streets of Karachi.
Galaxy Lollywood Says it’s Hot because: Have you seen the trailer? If yes then we don’t need to tell you why it’s hot. If no, then go and experience three minutes of madness in the crazy yet entertaining trailer. We are especially excited for this film as after quite a few social drama films, which are all the rage in Pakistan, we are finally getting a full on comedy film to entertain us. Furthermore the dialogues of the film are being widely appreciated and people are loving the quirkiness. Also the film features an item number by Mehwish Hayat and those who have seen it claim that it’s the real deal! The three second teaser of this dance has the audiences going gaga so we cannot wait to see what the entire song will do!
4.Jalaibee
Starring: Danish Taimor, Ali Safina, Wiqar Ali Khan, Uzair Jaswal, Adnan Jaffar, Ali Rehman, and Zhalay Sarhadi.
Director: Yasir Jaswal.
Producer: Eman Bente Syed.
Release Date: Late 2014 .
Synopsis: Jalaibee as a film narrates the intertwined stories of numerous characters who are juggling quite with a lot of problems in their lives. Then the paths of these characters intersect which results in a bigger mess and hence forms a jalibee.
Galaxy Lollywood Says it’s Hot because: Did you know that Jalaibee is the first ever Pakistani film to be shot on the ARRI Alexa HD camera which has been used to shoot recent blockbusters like Gravity, Skyfall, and Ironman 3. Wow if that’s not huge we don’t know what is! Moreover from the trailer one can easily see that the director has focused on treating the audiences with highly stylized eye-pleasing visuals. Also the music of this film is another plus point as it has the best of the best of Pakistan in it! Lastly the protagonists are the hot and happening men of our industry so all you ladies need to see the film for them. Guys should not be disappointed as the hottie Zhalay Sarhadi is also going to set the screen on fire in her new sexy avatar. This is one young, peppy film which we want to see!
5.Kambakht
Starring: Humayun Saeed, Hamza Ali Abbasi, Shafqat Cheema, Shehreyar Munawar Siddiqui, Sohai Ali Abro, Fizza Zehra, Gohar Rasheed, Salman Shaukat, Meisam, Ahmed Cheema, Waqar Hussain, Atif Siddique, Jalal Haider Khan, Latif Sheikh, Yousuf Bashir Qureshi and Saba Qamar.
Director: Hamza Ali Abbasi.
Producer: Eyad Ibrahim & Sharmeen Khan.
Release Date: Late 2014.
Synopsis: The film is set around the unique friendship of a young urban city-slicker and a middle-aged man from the frontier area. The film then revolves around all the hilarious situations these two friends find themselves in.
Galaxy Lollywood Says it’s Hot because: Hamza Ali Abassi, Hamza Ali Abassi, and Hamza Ali Abassi! Well Hamza Ali Abassi has become the next big thing for the Pakistani film industry after his many amazing performances last year and this film has Hamza acting as well as directing! Furthermore the film has quite the cast and all of them are coming in completely new avatars. Humayun Saeed’s look in the film generated quite some buzz as did Hamza’s. Moreover this film brings Sohai and Saba to the silver screen as well! And if Sohai’s performance at the ARY Film Awards was any indication then you should surely expect another sizzling item number in the film. Lastly the comedy and the dialogues of this film are just too good and this is one comedy we can’t wait to see!
So which of these five films has you all excited ? Do comment and let us know!
This piece written by Galaxy Lollywood Editor Momin Ali Munshi originally appeared in Diva Magazine Issue#110
