Renowned filmmaker Deepa Mehta (Funny Boy, Fire, Water, Earth) has come on board as Executive Producer for the critically acclaimed Pakistani film “Wakhri”, directed by Iram Parveen Bilal.
WORLD PREMIERE AT TASVEER FILM FESTIVAL
“Wakhri” will open the 19th edition of the Tasveer Film Festival on October 17th in Seattle, telling the poignant story of a widowed school teacher’s unexpected rise to social media fame.
A POWERFUL EXPLORATION OF WOMEN’S STRUGGLES
Starring Faryal Mehmood and Gulshan Majeed, “Wakhri” explores the complexities of managing traditional norms, concealed identities, and raising a 10-year-old son. Mehta praises the film, saying, “I cannot wait for this beautiful and strong film to be seen by the world.”
COLLABORATION AND ACCOLADES
“Wakhri” is a Sanat Initiative, Awedacious Originals, and Parveen Shah Production collaboration, with Deepa Mehta Films Inc. joining as a presenting production company. The film has garnered significant attention, including:
- Participation in Locarno Film Festival’s Open Doors Hub (2018)
- Festival de Cannes Cinefondation l’Atelier (2019)
- Busan Asian Project Market (2022)
- World premiere at Red Sea Film Festival
- Screenings at SXSW, San Francisco International Film Festival, and more
- Multiple award wins, including Best Film and Best Director
GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION
“Wakhri” is currently available for global distribution.
CREATIVE TEAM’S INSIGHTS
Iram Parveen Bilal: “Deepa Mehta’s support feels like magic… Wakhri is a cry for marginalized voices to be heard.”
Apoorva Bakshi and Abid Aziz Merchant: “Deepa’s fearlessness in championing bold feminist narratives aligns with Wakhri’s powerful stance.”
