ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan has stressed the need to familiarize the younger generation with Islamic history and said the use of multimedia could prove helpful in this regard.
In a meeting with filmmaker Shehzad Nawaz and Turkish producer Emre Konuk, the prime minister said it was high time to create dramas and films based on historical narrative rather than opting for routine topics. Senator Faisal Javed, Syed Junaid Ali Shah and Dr Kashif also attended the meeting.
Regarding the upcoming joint production television series on Muslim warrior Salahuddin Ayubi between Pakistan and Turkey, the prime minister said even the West quotes him as the great personality in history.
The prime minister mentioned that Salahuddin Ayubi had announced a general amnesty after the historic conquest of Jerusalem. The series on the life of Salahuddin Ayubi will make the youth aware of his historical role, he added.
During the meeting, the prime minister was briefed on the details of the joint project of television series between Pakistan and Turkey. He was informed that the planning of the series had been finalized, while the shooting will commence in April next year.
Senator Faisal Javed thanked Turkish producer Emre Konuk for visiting Pakistan, He said the co-venture Salahuddin Ayubi between Pakistan and Turkey will also feature many Pakistani actors and will benefit our industry as well. “This will open doors for more joint productions as part of bilateral exchange of knowledge, content, ideas & talent,” he said.
Thank you very much indeed to his execellency and you my dear brother. Its a huge privilege and also great honor for me. @ImranKhanPTI @FaisalJavedKhan https://t.co/WThvju8keG
— Emre KONUK (@emrekonukk) October 21, 2021
