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Wakhri (One of a Kind)
15 TBC

Why watch?

“Faryal Mehmood's grounding performance as Noor Malik is supported by Gulshan Majeed's powerful performance as Noor's best friend, Guchhi. As Noor pushes against patriarchal pressures because of her gender, Guchhi is battling a deep rooted homophobia. There's a lot of strength to be pulled from allyship and amongst the many things Wakhri does, one is a powerful reminder how we need to come together and support one another.”

Wendy,
Head of Cinema

A young widowed school teacher in Pakistan becomes a viral sensation overnight, after she accidentally unleashes her unfiltered opinions on social media.

Drama • Feminist • Riveting

Her newfound fame as an influencer, however, comes with its own challenges as she tries to navigate the archaic mindsets that pervade society - all while trying to raise her 10-year-old son as a single mother.

Drawing inspiration from real life figures such as Qandeel Baloch (Pakistan’s first social media celebrity), Wakhri is an extraordinary and moving tale of a brave woman fighting against the odds to live life on her own terms.

Details

Duration

1hr 39mins

Director

Iram Parveen Bilal

Distributor

London Indian Film Festival

Featuring

Faryal Mehmood • Gulshan Majeed • Shees Sajjad Gul

Year

2023

Country of origin

Pakistan • United States

Language

Urdu with English subtitles

Strobe lighting

Guidance unavailable

Content guidance

Abuse (mental/emotional) • Abuse (physical inc bullying) • LGBTQIA+ discrimination

“Wakhri, a Pakistani cinematic marvel, dares to traverse the untrodden paths of societal taboos, encapsulating the raw essence of human struggle, resilience, and societal revolt.”
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“Wakhri not only reflects the challenges faced by women but also serves as a mirror to societal norms, earning Pakistani cinema recognition on the global stage.”
The Complete Magazine for the region South Asia