Umro Ayyar - A New Beginning
| Umro Ayyar - A New Beginning | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Azfar Jafri |
| Written by | Atif Siddique |
| Produced by | Huma Jamil Babar |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Riki Butland |
| Edited by | Mitesh Soni |
| Music by | Ahmed Ali |
Production company | VR Chili Production |
| Distributed by | Mandviwalla Entertainment |
Release date |
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| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Urdu |
| Budget | TBA[1] |
| Box office | Rs. 6 crore (US$210,000)[2] |
Umro Ayyar - A New Beginning is a 2024 Pakistani superhero film written by Atif Siddique and directed by Azfar Jafri.[3] The film is based on the character of Umro Ayyar.[4][5] The film is produced by Huma Jamil Babar under the banner of VR Chili Production. The film stars Usman Mukhtar as the titular character with Faran Tahir, Sanam Saeed, Ali Kazmi, Hamza Ali Abbasi and others.[6][7]
In the film, Amar, a professor at a local college discovers powers beyond his own control and must confront an imminent threat posed by the Laqqa clan who seek to unleash a powerful demon during an upcoming lunar eclipse.[8] The film was released in Lahore on 13 June, [9] and was released on 17 June 2024 in Pakistan.[10]
Synopsis[edit]
As the legend unfolds, the imminent threat posed by the Laqqa clan looms large. These adversaries seek to unleash a powerful demon during an upcoming lunar eclipse, threatening to plunge the world into chaos. Amar who is unknowingly Umro Ayyar, is armed with newfound abilities, becoming humanity's last hope against this malevolent force.[11][12]
Cast[edit]
- Usman Mukhtar as Amar[13]
- Faran Tahir as Laqqa, the film's antagonist
- Sanam Saeed as Meena
- Ali Kazmi
- Hamza Ali Abbasi
- Adnan Siddiqui
- Seemi Raheel
- Sana Nawaz
- Manzar Sehbai
- Daniyal Raheal
- Muhammad Imran
- Salmaan Shaukat
- Osama Karamat[14]
- Uloomi Karim
- Asad Chaudhary
- Atif Rehan Siddique
- Bilal Jutt
- Ruman Ali
- Shehroz Sunny
Production[edit]
On November 17, 2021, the production company VR Chili Production announced this by uploading the official title reveal video to their YouTube channel.[15] Azfar Jafri found a talented VFX team in Islamabad and hired well-known Pakistani actors.[16] Basically, the idea of the film was to produce a fantasy film based on a local classical novel Hamzanama's character, Umro Ayyar.[17] Team represented the film at WonderCon by launching their trailer in March 2024.[18] The production of the film completed at the start of 2024.[19]
Marketing[edit]
The official title reveal video of the film was uploaded to VR Chilli Production's YouTube channel on 17 November 17 2021, marking the casting and announcement of the film.[20] The concept for the movie was to create a fantasy movie based on the legend Umro Ayyar from classic novel Hamzanama.[21] The production business completed the VFX and established a VFX facility that is still operational in Islamabad.[22] In March 2024, the movie's trailer debuted at WonderCon.[23]
Release[edit]
The film released in cinemas on 17 June 2024 in all of Pakistan.[24][25]
Reception[edit]
Critical reception[edit]
An Express Tribune based reviewer praised the attempt to explore the sci-fi genre, performances of Usman Mukhtar, Sanam Saeed, Sana Fakhar, Faran Tahir and Ali Kazmi, VFX, the film's script.[26]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ "Is 'Umro Ayyar' most expensive film in Pakistan's history?". Dunya News. 12 June 2024.
- ^ Zakir, Fatima (28 June 2024). "Sun, fun and flicks". The News International. Retrieved 29 June 2024.
- ^ Hyder, Khursheed (3 April 2016). "Theatrics: Umro Ayyar in the flesh". DAWN.COM.
- ^ Desk, Entertainment (17 June 2023). "Everything we know about 'Umro Ayyar – A New Beginning'". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 4 June 2024.
- ^ "'Umro Ayyar - A New Beginning' trailer launch to be held at Comic-Con event". The Express Tribune.
- ^ "Umro Ayyar: Sci-fi spectacle or overhyped cast? | Shehr | thenews.com.pk". www.thenews.com.pk.
- ^ "Hollywood icons Will Smith, Johny Depp support Pakistan's 'Umro Ayyar A New Beginning'". Dunya News. 5 December 2023.
- ^ "Umro Ayyar - A New Beginning trailer offers action-packed adventure and thrilling suspense". The Jang. 9 April 2024.
- ^ "Umro Ayyar' premier show wins hearts at Lahore cinema". Pakistan Observer. 14 June 2024. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
- ^ "Umro Ayyar-a-new-beginning-new-magic-movie-set-to-release-soon". Daily Pakistan. 22 April 2023.
- ^ Inam, Tamreez. "Review: 'Umro Ayyar: A New Beginning' is a good introduction to Pakistan's first superhero". Khaleej Times.
- ^ Nadeem, Zahra. "Tilsm-e-Hoshruba immortalized". www.thenews.com.pk.
- ^ "I could've never imagined playing Umro Ayyar in a million years: Usman Mukhtar". 17 April 2024.
- ^ "Osama Karamat on cinema debut | Instep | thenews.com.pk". www.thenews.com.pk.
- ^ "UmroAyyar - A New Beginning || عمروعیار || Official Title Reveal". YouTube. 16 November 2021. Retrieved 4 June 2024.
- ^ "Sanam Saeed drops BTS shots from her upcoming movie 'Umro Ayyar'". Daily Jang. 2 June 2024. Retrieved 4 June 2024.
- ^ "Hollywood stars Will Smith, Johnny Depp support Pakistan's 'Umro Ayyar A New Beginning'". www.geo.tv. Retrieved 4 June 2024.
- ^ "Trailer of 'Umro Ayyar – A New Beginning' to be launched at Comic-Con event". MM News. 28 March 2024. Retrieved 4 June 2024.
- ^ "Fantasy film "Umro Ayyar- A New Beginning" trailer released". Dunya News. 24 June 2023.
- ^ Irfan Ul Haq, Pernia Mubashir (17 November 2021). "The tales of Umro Ayyar will come alive on the big screen with a star-studded cast". images.dawn.com. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Hollywood stars Will Smith, Johnny Depp support Pakistan's 'Umro Ayyar A New Beginning'". www.geo.tv. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "'Umro Ayyar' and the challenges of making Pakistan's 'most expensive' film". The Express Tribune. 11 June 2024.
- ^ "'Umro Ayyar – A New Beginning' trailer launch to be held at Comic-Con event". The Express Tribune. 22 June 2024. Retrieved 27 June 2024.
- ^ "Pakistani film 'Umro Ayyar: A New Beginning' out on Eid". Asian Image. 11 June 2024. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
- ^ "Usman Mukhtar And Sanam Saeed Starrer Movie Umro Ayyar Teaser Out | Reviewit.pk". reviewit.pk. 22 June 2023.
- ^ Manahil Tahira (19 June 2024). "Review: 'Umro Ayyar' spells a new beginning for Pakistani sci-fi and fantasy". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 20 June 2024.
