UP DATE :Here it is ,The bin Roye Ansu trailer . Starring Mahirah Khan , Humayoon Saeed and Ameera Rana . written by Farhat Ishtiaq , Partly Directed By Haissem Hussain and (partly) by Shahzad Kashmiri . Produced and directed by Momina Duraid . with additional songs by Sarmad Khoosat and Asim Raza  This is an update  to the original 

It looks absolutely fantastic , capturing our interest as a trailer should . It is a rainbow of colours and seems to pull us in to a magical , romantic world that we can only dream of. We used to call Bollywood , dream merchants for the beautiful stories they once created , and this is firmly in that tradition but there is also a strong, modern ,Pakistani touch to it  . Farhat Ishtiaq’s wonderful story may well be the  movie we have been waiting for bringing Pakistani Cinema has come full circle, returning to the deeply human , emotional stories that made stars of Waheed Murad , Zeba and Mohammad Ali in its hey day. It has been a long journey but we might finally be able to justify the term “New Pakistani Cinema” . This is not male oriented slapstick where women and their bodies are just props,nor is it men with guns or bloodstained axes threatening each other , neither is it the the worthy social documentary funded by NGO’s to give us a lesson on how bad Pakistan is. This is entertainment with heart , the kind that lives in our memories .

(Haissem Hussain ,Mahirah Khan and Humayoon Saeed on set )

From the trailer alone the cinematography is amazing . The camera angles , the way the dance sequences have been shot is breathtaking . Although that in itself is a feat for an industry with limited resources and even less experience The way Haissem Hussain has managed to capture the emotional depth of this story in contrast to all the colors and lights is going to be the acid test for this venture . Mahirah Khan’s voice as Saba ….calling out “Irtiza'”  (Humayoon Saeed)……. seems to promise that  is a lot more to this story than just song and dance . Haissem Hussain’s  drama serials  (Dastan, AunnZara, Kuch Pyar Ka Pagalpan , and more)have always  been that rare combination of laughter , tears , joy and pure romance that make him one of our best directors, so I have high hopes of this film being more than just a technical success.  Full marks to Momina Duraid for this wonderful Production , it looks as if she is going to be the iconic producer who brought back Pakistani Cinema .Similarly I am sure Shahzad Kashmiris deft cinematography and editing will make this one to watch.

Personally I have not seen Humayoon Saeed look this good , this fresh in  ages . He looks every inch the hero . Mahirah Khan looks amazing : she is fire , she is ice holding our gaze like the fabulous actresses of times past  and never letting it go. Mahirah Khan has always had that star power and Humayoon Saeeds amazing presence on screen is undeniable The rest of the cast includes the beautiful  Armeena Rana , Zeba Bakhtiar , Javed Shaikh and Junaid Khan. These are exciting times for Pakistani cinema with Ho Mann Hahan and  Poora Chand ( Mah e Meer ) coming soon . Tell us what you think .

I am more than a little confused to see Momina Duraid’s name as a codirector with Shahzaad Kashmiri . At first I thought I had read it wrong then I thought it was a continuity mistake .. Now I think it maybe deliberate as Haissem Hussain’s name was not on the trailer at all .. Is this there way of courting controversy to get publicity ? I hope not

For us this is just another movie , ignoring or dismissing the people who spent long hours and and worked hard to create this is both unfair and unprofessional . I am sure there is a lot to this story and perhaps no one person is to blame but The lack of collaborative culture and the spirit of professionalism seems to be sadly missing in our industry . There are problems and disputes where ever there are human beings but most of us rise above such things for the greater good . This is not the first time this has happened at Hum Tv .I am sure everyone remembers the controversy with Sarmad Khoosat and Sher e zaat which it seems they have now forgiven and forgotten.

As the Pakistani Film and Drama industry evolves and succeeds it must learn to maintain ethics and high levels of  Professionalism to maintain it’s edge in the global market otherwise it will lose its footing .  Tell us what you think ….written by Sadaf 

ps   Neither Hum Tv nor I can ever forget Humsafar …. Is it just me or does Mahirah twirling in the rain with Humayoon Saeed remind everyone of Asher Khirad … yep … its probably me … still it looks Fabulous and totally unmissable..

Momina Duraid , The producer was asked for a clarification and she has replied 

very few scenes in the film have been directed by Haissam Hussain. The film has been mainly directed jointly by myself  and Shahzad Kashmiri with one song each by Sarmad Khoosat and Asim Raza

If you want to quote me you can. You have to understand that we have nothing against Haissam. The purpose is to give credit in its rightful place. . For me it’s my first directorial project and for Shahzad his first film as a director. Haissam has directed a few scenes and will be given credit for what he has done. I do understand that you have given me credit for production and Shahzad for co direction but the fact is that we have directed more than 90 percent of the film. And credits should be given where due. I respect and appreciate your effort.

As most people know in the industry Haissam left the film before the project finished for reasons that I would not want to go into. He had directed a decent portion of the drama but for the film we have only used just a few scenes by him which accounts for less than 10 percent of the entire film that does not justify a full credit. However the credit for the scenes he has directed will be given to him when the film goes in the theaters just like Sarmad Khoosat and Asim Raza who have directed a song each. In all fairness how can I give him credit for a first look where he himself would hardly be able to point towards any of his work in the first look in all honesty. I consider and have always considered drama Pakistani a fair critic and supporter of our industry but  disappointed that in its review of the first look of the film. the credit for direction has been given to a director who has directed a few scenes only. Shahzad and I have jointly directed the film after Haissam had to leave in the very early stage of the film production as most of his days were spent directing the drama only.We are reputed to be a fair organization and will give due credits to all who have contributed to the film and drama in any way. I appreciate your concern and effort to know the facts and if you need further clarification feel free to contact me. . Thanks   Thank you Momina Duraid for clearing that up . Apologies from Team DP if we confused the issue for anyone . It is nice to know that our industry has enough sensible, professional and moderate people as Momina  Duraid in it allowing us  we can discuss a matter and bring new information to light .