The biographical film Motorcycle Girl, directed by Adnan Sarwar, will open the Pakistan Film Festival in Jordan. The film tells the inspiring story of Zenith Irfan, the first Pakistani woman to travel solo on a motorcycle. The festival will be held from January 24 to 26 at the Rainbow Theatre in Amman.
The Royal Film Commission of Jordan and the Pakistan Embassy in Jordan are behind the festival. The three films showcased will showcase a variety of Pakistani talent and storytelling.
Films That Emphasise Empowerment
Motorcycle Girl is a film based on the real-life story of Zenith Irfan, a 20-year-old girl who travelled solo through Pakistan’s northern areas. The film celebrates her fight against societal norms.
The festival will also feature Nayab a sports drama by Yumna Zaidi and Usama Khan. The film is about a young woman trying to prove herself to Pakistan’s national cricket team.
Bin Roye, a romantic drama starring Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed, will also be screened. The film is based on Farhat Ishtiaq’s novel and portrays love, heartbreak, and resilience.
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Reaching a Wider Audience
The three films will be screened in Urdu, and the subtitles will be in English. To cater to a larger audience, Motorcycle Girl and Nayab will contain Arabic subtitles.
The festival showcases Pakistani cinema on the world map. It shares inspiring stories such as Zenith Irfan’s journey, bringing it to everyone beyond Pakistan.
Promotion of Pakistani Cinema
The Pakistan Film Festival in Jordan is a proud moment for the country’s film industry. The presentation of these films will bring international attention to Pakistan’s creativity and talent. It is one step towards strengthening Pakistani cinema on a global level.
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