Sindh Films

Press release: MERA LYARI Represents Pakistan at Diamond Butterfly Film Award, Moscow Karachi, 10 November 2026 - Mera Lyari, a film presented as an initiative of the Information Department, Government of Sindh, represented Pakistan at the Diamond Butterfly Film Award in Moscow, Russia. Producer Waqas Hassan Rizvi is pictured in Moscow with fellow producers, filmmakers and festival members from across the world, representing Mera Lyari on the international stage. The film tells the story of a girl from Lyari who dared to dream of becoming a footballer. Through her journey, it presents a story of courage, hope and resilience from the streets of Karachi to the world stage. Mera Lyari has previously had its World Premiere at the UK Asian Film Festival 2026 and won the Special Jury Award at the 32nd Minsk International Film Festival, Listapad 2026. Mera Lyari continues to take the narrative of Sindh and Pakistan to international festivals.

TWO SINDH FILMS. TWO NARRATIVES OF PAKISTAN. ONE UNIVERSAL CANVAS. On one side, MERA LYARI — a girl from Lyari who dared to dream of becoming a footballer. On the other side, KALA PANI — a haunting, powerful story that shook audiences. Together, they are taking Pakistan to the World. An Initiative of the Information Department, Government of Sindh MERA LYARI World Premiere — UK Asian Film Festival 2026 Official Selection — MISAFF 2026 Official Selection — DCSAFF 2026 Special Jury Award — 32nd Minsk International Film Festival, Listapad 2026 Official Selection — National Festival of Films 2026 Official Selection — Eurasian Film Festival 2026 KALA PANI Cannes 2026 — Winner - Best Narrative Feature Film Winner — Indo New York Film Festival Stockbridge Film Festival 2026 (USA) - Official Selection South Film and Arts Academy Festival 2026 (Chile) - Official Selection Toronto Independent Film Festival of Cift - October 2026 - Nominee SFAAF 2026 Award Winners Best Drama Feature Film Best Lead Actor — Gohar Rasheed Director Honourable Mention — Rana Kamran Best Cinematography — Rana Kamran Best Original Score — Hashim Nadeem Best Production — Nomaan Un Nabi Best VFX — Muhammad Azam This is not just cinema. This is Sindh telling Pakistan’s story to the world. #MeraLyari #KalaPani #SindhFilms #GovernmentOfSindh #Festivals #Awards #PakistaniCinema #32MINSK #BeyondBorders #Cannes #IndoNewYork #AbuAleeha #AyeshaOmar #WaqasHassanRizvi #GoharRasheed #RanaKamran #HashimNadeem #NomaanUnNabi

A MOMENT OF RECOGNITION. A MILESTONE IN OUR JOURNEY. We are humbled and honoured to announce that KALA PANI is an AWARD WINNER at the Indo New York International Filmfare Awards 2026. This recognition belongs to every artist, technician and dreamer who stood by this story that crosses borders. The journey that began in Sindh has now reached the world. A Film By Rana Kamran Executive Producer: MHL Productions | Produced by Nomaan Un Nabi | Story, Dialogue & Screenplay: Hashim Nadeem An Initiative Information Department, Government of Sindh | Sindh Films #KalaPani #AwardWinner #IndoNewYorkInternationalFilmfareAwards #SindhFilms #PakistaniCinema #RanaKamran #HashimNadeem #MomentOfRecognition #nomaan_unnabi

HISTORY MADE. MERA LYARI is now a SPECIAL JURY AWARD WINNER at Minsk International Film Festival — LISTAPAD 2026, Belarus. A proud achievement for Pakistani Cinema. From the streets of Lyari to the world stage. Script & Direction: Abu Aleeha Produced by: Waqas Hassan Rizvi & Sania Sohail l Executive Producer: Ayesha Omar An Initiative of the Information Department, Government of Sindh Thank you to the jury, the festival, and every single person who believed in this story. This is Lyari. This is Sindh. This is Pakistan. #MeraLyari #Listapad2026 #MinskFilmFestival #SpecialJuryAward #PakistaniCinema #Lyari #Sindh #GovernmentOfSindh #AbuAleeha #AyeshaOmar #WaqasHassanRizvi

WORLD PREMIERE AT MINSK! We are incredibly proud to announce that MERA LYARI has been officially selected for its WORLD PREMIERE at the 32nd Minsk International Film Festival “Listapad” on 5th November 2026! Selected from 3,300 submissions from 108 countries, with only 130 films making the final cut from 35 nations — Mera Lyari stands tall on the world stage. ANOTHER PROUD MOMENT FOR PAKISTANI CINEMA As the story of Lyari continues to travel beyond borders. Executive Producer: Ayesha Omar | Script & Direction: Abu Aleeha Produced By: Waqas Hassan Rizvi & Sania Sohail An Initiative of Information Department, Government of Sindh | Sindh Films #MeraLyari #MinskIFF #Listapad2026 #OfficialSelection #WorldPremiere #PakistaniCinema #SindhFilms #Lyari #SindhGovt #Sindhinfo #AyeshaOmar #WaqasRizvi #AbuAleeha

BEST NARRATIVE FEATURE FILM - WINNER, CANNES. *KALA PANI* has won BEST NARRATIVE FEATURE FILM at the Remember The Future WORLD FILM FESTIVAL IN CANNES. AMONG THE WORLD'S STORIES, OURS FOUND ITS MOMENT. From Sindh to Cannes — a journey of years, of faith, and of a team that never stopped believing. This win belongs to every artist, technician and supporter of Pakistani Cinema. A Film By RANA KAMRAN Executive Producer: MHL PRODUCTIONS | Produced By: Noman Un Nabi | Story, Dialogue, Screenplay: Hashim Nadeem An Initiative By Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh | Sindh Films #CannesWinner #WorldFilmFestivalCannes #BestNarrativeFeatureFilm #KalaPani #PakistaniCinema #SindhFilms #FromSindhToCannes #Winner #nomaan_unnabi #SindhGovt #Sindhinfo

Some stories don't stay within borders. KALA PANI — A story that crosses borders. Official Selection - Indo New York International Filmfare Awards 2026. An Initiative by Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh, Sindh Films A film by Rana Kamran Executive Producer: MHL Productions | Produced by Noman Un Nabi | Story, Dialogue & Screenplay: Hashim Nadeem #KalaPaniTheFilm #RanaKamran #SindhFilms #OfficialSelection #INYIFFA2026 #SindhGovt #Sindhinfo

FROM KARACHI TO CANNES. We are proud to announce that our film *KALA PANI* is officially *NOMINATED for BEST NARRATIVE FEATURE FILM* at the *World Film Festival in Cannes — Remember The Future.* A story born in Sindh, now sailing to the world. A proud moment for Pakistani Cinema. An initiative by Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh. Directed by Rana Kamran | Produced by Nomaan Un nabi l Executive Producer MHL Productions | Written by Hashim Nadeem #KalaPani #SindhFilms #CannesNominee #WorldFilmFestivalInCannes #PakistaniCinema #GovtOfSindh #MinistryOfInformation

KALA PANI CREATES HISTORY AGAIN. Something big is coming... 2nd Cannes Honor — Tomorrow 8PM. Stay tuned. 🇵🇰 An Initiative by Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh. Director Rana Kamran I Produced by Noman Un Nabi I Executive Producer: MHL Productions I Writer Hashim Nadeem #KalaPani #SindhFilms #Cannes #SomethingBigIsComing #PakistaniCinema #nomaan_unnabi

A proud moment for Pakistani cinema! KALA PANI has been named an Official Finalist at the Cannes World Film Festival. A remarkable milestone that celebrates the power of Pakistani storytelling and takes our cinema one step closer to the global spotlight. An initiative by the Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh A Film by: Rana Kamran Produced by: Noman Un Nabi Executive Production: MHL Productions Story, Dialogue & Screenplay: Hashim Nadeem Congratulations to the entire team of Kala Pani on this incredible achievement! 🌟 #KalaPani #CannesWorldFilmFestival #PakistaniCinema #ProudMoment #SindhFilms #SindhGovt

SOME STORIES STAY WITH YOU LONG AFTER THE CREDITS ROLL! Three women. Three powerful journeys. One unforgettable cinematic experience. The energy, the emotions, the impact — #SHEROES is an experience you don’t want to miss! NOW SHOWING IN CINEMAS NATIONWIDE! Watch it on the big screen. Feel every moment. Share the experience. An Initiative by Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh. Directed by: Saqib Khan & Badar Mehmood Presented by GEO FILMS | Tamasha Films | Orient Distribution | Sindh Films #Sheroes #SheroesbySindhFilms #Sindhgovt #Sindhinfo #Sindhfilms #Celebrities #Pakistanicinema #Filmindustry

Lights. Camera. SHEROES! Three inspiring women. One unforgettable cinematic journey The stories are powerful, the experience is unforgettable. Have you watched it yet? Now showing in cinemas nationwide! An Initiative by Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh. Directed by: Saqib Khan & Badar Mehmood Presented by GEO FILMS | Tamasha Films | Orient Distribution | Sindh Films #Sheroes #SheroesbySindhFilms #Sindhgovt #Sindhinfo #Sindhfilms #Celebrities #Pakistanicinema #Filmindustry

7 AWARDS & HONOURS. ONE STORY THAT LEAVES A MARK. 🏆 From powerful storytelling to outstanding performances and cinematic brilliance, KALA PANI continues to make its mark on the big stage! Honoured at the South Film and Arts Academy Festival 2026, the film receives *7 Awards & Honours* — including Official Selection and 7 major wins for Best Drama Feature Film, Director (Honourable Mention), Best Lead Actor, Best Cinematography, Best Original Score, Best Production and Best VFX. A proud moment for Pakistani cinema and a testament to the talent, passion and dedication behind every frame. An initiative of the Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh. The story speaks. The recognition follows. #KalaPani #SouthFilmAndArtsAcademyFestival2026 #SFAAF2026 #PakistaniCinema #AwardsAndHonours #SindhFilms #MinistryOfInformationSindh #GovernmentOfSindh #MHLProductions #RanaKamran #NomaanUnNabi

A PROUD MOMENT FOR PAKISTANI CINEMA! 🇵🇰 We are thrilled to announce that KALA PANI, directed by Rana Kamran, has been officially selected at THREE International film festivals: 🏆 Stockbridge Film Festival 2026 🏆 Cannes World Film Festival 2026 🏆 South Film and Arts Academy Festival 2026 KALA PANI is a proud initiative of the Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh under the Sindh Film Fund, aimed at reviving and promoting Pakistani cinema on the global stage. A milestone for Sindh and for Pakistan! #KalaPani #OfficialSelection2026 #PakistaniCinema #SindhFilm #SindhInformation #GovernmentOfSindh #MHLProductions #RanaKamran

Three Stories. Three Women. One Powerful Journey. From the media and industry to audiences across the country, the love and appreciation for Sheroes has been truly overwhelming. Thank you for celebrating these inspiring stories and the women behind them. NOW SHOWING IN CINEMAS NATIONWIDE! WATCH IT. FEEL IT. EXPERIENCE IT. And share your take with us. An initiative by the Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh. Directed by: Saqib Khan & Badar Mehmood Presented by: GEO FILMS | Tamasha Films | Orient Distribution | Sindh Films #Sheroes #SheroesbySindhFilms #SindhGovt #SindhInfo #SindhFilms #Celebrities #PakistaniCinema #FilmIndustry

SHEROES IS MAKING NOISE! Three Stories. Three Women. One Powerful Journey. The love from media, industry and audiences has been overwhelming! Thank you for celebrating our Sheroes. Have you watched it yet? NOW SHOWING IN CINEMAS NATIONWIDE. WATCH IT. EXPERIENCE IT. SHARE YOUR TAKE. An Initiative by Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh. Directed by: Saqib Khan & Badar Mehmood Presented by GEO FILMS | Tamasha Films | Orient Distribution | Sindh Films #Sheroes #SheroesbySindhFilms #Sindhgovt #Sindhinfo #Sindhfilms #Celebrities #Pakistanicinema #Filmindustry

THe STARS HAVE SPOKEN! Pakistan's biggest celebrities applaud the visionary initiative of Sindh Government & Sindh Films - Information Department, Govt. of Sindh. Hear what Ayesha Omer, Kinza Hashmi, Zara Noor Abbas, Asad Siddiqui, Sidra Niazi, Zhalay Sarhadi, Usama Khan, Meerub Ali, Angelline Malik and others have to say about Pakistan's first women empowerment anthology SHEROES! A proud step towards revival of Pakistani Cinema. SHEROES - NOW IN CINEMAS! An Initiative by Ministry of Information, Government of Sindh. Directed by: Saqib Khan & Badar Mehmood Presented by GEO FILMS | Tamasha Films | Orient Distribution | Sindh Films #Sheroes #SheroesbySindhFilms #Sindhgovt #Sindhinfo #Sindhfilms #Celebrities #Pakistanicinema #Filmindustry

A glimpse of the SHEROES Red Carpet ✨ An evening celebrating powerful stories, remarkable women, and the journey of Pakistani cinema. 🎬 SHEROES: The Stories of Nisa — now playing nationwide. #SHEROES #SindhFilms #SindhGovt #SindhInfo #PakistaniCinema #FilmIndustry

The Stage is Set, The Stars Have Arrived! ✨ A glimpse of a MAGICAL NIGHT! SHEROES - Red Carpet Premiere. From branding to big screens to star-studded moments - This is how we celebrated our SHEROES! ❤️ Swipe to see the collage of unforgettable moments from the night! 👉 SHEROES - THE STORIES OF NISA NOW SHOWING IN CINEMAS ACROSS PAKISTAN! Directed by Saqib Khan & Badar Mehmood An Initiative by Sindh Films - Ministry of Information, Govt of Sindh, Presented by Geo Films l Tamasha Films l Orient Distribution l Sindh Films #SHEROES #RedCarpet #PremiereNight #SindhGovt #SindhInfo #SindhFilms #TheStoriesOfNisa #NowInCinemas