In a significant achievement for Pakistani cinema, the film Nayab has been selected to screen at the Jaipur International Film Festival in India, scheduled to take place from August 28 to 30. This recognition follows the film’s recent triumph at the World Film Festival in Cannes, where it won the prestigious ‘Best Foreign Film’ award.
Directed by Umair Nasir Ali, Nayab also earned the Best First Time Filmmaker award in the feature film category, further establishing its presence on the international stage.
The film, penned by Basit Naqvi and Ali Abbas Naqvi, boasts a star-studded cast, including Yumna Zaidi, Usama Khan, Ehteshamuddin, Faryal Mehmood, Adnan Siddiqui, Mohammad Fawad Khan, and Javed Sheikh.
In celebration of the film’s success, director Umair Nasir Ali shared his excitement on Instagram, stating, “This Independence Day, we are delighted to share that Pakistan’s celebrations have become even more special with the official selection of our film Nayab at the 9th Jaipur International Film Festival in India. Nayab is a project close to our hearts, and this recognition is a testament to the hard work and passion of everyone involved—from our executive producers to our production team.”
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Adding to the national pride, Ali also highlighted Pakistan’s recent sporting achievement at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where Arshad Nadeem secured a gold medal, surpassing India. “These moments in cinema and sports fill us with immense pride as Pakistan continues to shine on the global stage,” he remarked.
Yumna Ziadi starrer Nayab’s selection at the Jaipur International Film Festival marks another milestone for Pakistani cinema, reflecting the country’s growing influence in global cultural and artistic arenas.
