Mehreen Jabbar

Sarwat Gilani, star of 'Joyland,' will lead the web series 'Farar.' The series, directed by Mehreen Jabbar, explores human emotions and will have its world premiere at the Chicago South Asian Film Festival in 2023. 'Farar' follows three independent women in Karachi, addressing topics such as societal pressures, identity, taboos, and body shaming. Gilani expressed excitement about the show, stating that it represents the rich emotions that connect humans and will resonate with audiences worldwide.

Director Mehreen Jabbar, the Pakistani consultant for Mira Nair's 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist', talks about the film opening the 69 thVenice International Film Festival

Suman Kittur does us proud

After a 50 year hiatus, Pakistan will send its entry under the foreign language film category for the prestigious Oscar awards that will take place early next year.

Pakistani actor Humayun Saeed opened up about his experience meeting Shah Rukh Khan for the first time at an awards ceremony in London in an interview. The Indian actor was discussing his love for Pakistani Cinema and wished to see Pakistani films released in India and vice versa. Humayun recalled that the moment was very special, and SRK assured him that he would take care of him during the event. SRK also praised the Pakistani film Khuda Kay Liye, which was released in India.

A dozen directors from either side of the border will showcase their work on a common platform

Indians straying into Pakistani territory and vice-versa have led to tragic cases of prisoners held captive in jails on either side of the border over the years.

They are masters in their own games and when they meet on the stage, sheer musical magic happens. On Saturday, percussionist Bickram Ghosh and composer Debajyoti Mishra came together with a unique concert in the city called Live In Cinema.

It doesn't matter which side of the fence you are on the Surjit-Sarabjit saga that unfurled over the last few days.

A girl from Kolkata flew to London a few years ago to pursue her PhD in film studies, where she met a Pakistani youth - a journalist with BBC.

Indian cinema has once again found its oasis in a desert. Kutch is making another 'Rann' for the Oscars this year with Gujarati movie 'The good road' becoming India's entry to the foreign language film category.

Applause Entertainment and Zindagi have announced their new web series 'The Pink Shirt', starring Sajal Aly and Wahaj Ali. The eight-episode series will premiere at the South by Southwest Film Festival 2023 Sydney (SXSW) on October 16. Directed by Kashif Nisar and written by Bee Gul, the series explores modern-day relationships and the journey of two individuals stuck in toxic relationships. Sajal Aly expressed that the series challenged her and allowed her to explore the complexities of human connections.

The elusive actor Nandita Das is back... this time with a Pakistani film and her own directorial debut Firaaq...

Nandita Das speaks about being the recipient of the French honour, her directorial venture and the Pakistani film she has worked in...

The interface of politics on personal life has been the catalyst for some gripping contemporary cinema that is currently being screened at the 10th Osian Film Festival.

Gujarat is set to become the second home for Bollywood, with a galaxy of superstars descending on the state this year to shoot for films that have generated high anticipation.

As her directorial debut 'Firaaq' is all set to be screened at the Toronto International Film Festival, Nandita Das is riding high with success.

For an industry that enjoys doing action and romantic fantasies, involvement with realism is a relatively new feature.

Pakistani youngsters often try to steal through the border to a better life.

MUMBAI: This time they are coming out in the open, and with a bang. The homosexuals and bisexuals are going to celebrate their existence and the heterosexuals are invited too, to partake in the debates and discussions that will be held as a part of the festivities.

Armed with two scripts and his inspirations just a phone call away, Debajyoti Mishra is set to do the obvious ��� venture into cinema

As India and Pakistan start to talk peace again, Sunday Times looks at the price Everyman pays for being in a constant state of hostility.

Nasreen Rehman, an award-winning writer and translator, delves into Manto's untranslated stories, highlighting his critique of violence and hypocrisy.