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‘Umro Ayyar – A New Beginning’, which is slated to release on Eid-ul-Azha, is said to be the most expensive production in the country’s history.
The upcoming science fiction film which features Usman Mukhtar was invited for an interview with FHM Pakistan. While sharing the insights with FHM Pakistan, Mukhtar along with Faran Tahir shared that the film is the most expensive production in the country’s history.
Faran, who plays the primary antagonist, expressed immense pride in being part of the project and stated, “This film represents a new era for our industry, introducing a genre that we’ve not traditionally explored.”
Usman Mukhtar, who portrays the legendary figure of Umro Ayyar, emphasised the importance of local support for Pakistani Sci-Fi endeavours.
He said, “You watch similar films from our neighbouring country, so you should definitely watch this one since it’s derived from our own literature.”
Faran added, “Our industry often faces criticism for not expanding. Now, we’re taking a significant, albeit risky, step forward.” The film’s foundation in classical literature was a focal point for the cast.
“Stories like Umro Ayyar have been part of our culture for centuries, yet we’ve neglected to celebrate them,” the actors said. Usman called the film “Pakistan’s first superhero movie”, acknowledging the unique challenges faced during production, particularly in a country lacking established VFX studios.