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Raza Mir
Raza Mir (1927 – 15 September 2002) was a Pakistani cinematographer, producer and director. He was the cinematographer of the Pakistan's first ever film '' Teri Yaad'' (1948). He is best known for ''Lakhon Mein Aik'' (1967), which was based on Hindu-Muslims relations. His work as a cinematographer earned him three Nigar Awards. He was also awarded with the President's Pride of Performance. Early life Mir was born in 1927 at Lahore, Punjab, British India. Career Mir first joined The Pancholi Studio as a cameraman in 1943. ''Shehar Se Door'' (1946) is his only film as an actor, where he played the lead role opposite Meena Shorey. He was the cinematographer of Pakistan's first ever film '' Teri Yaad'' (1949) in which Asha Posley and Nasir Khan were the leads. He had a difficult time while filming with the poor technology and cameras due to which the film received poor reviews. His work as a director in ''Lakhon Mein Aik'' (1967) was met with mostly positive critical rec ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lahore
Lahore ( ; pnb, ; ur, ) is the second most populous city in Pakistan after Karachi and 26th most populous city in the world, with a population of over 13 million. It is the capital of the province of Punjab where it is the largest city. Lahore is one of Pakistan's major industrial and economic hubs, with an estimated GDP ( PPP) of $84 billion as of 2019. It is the largest city as well as the historic capital and cultural centre of the wider Punjab region,Lahore Cantonment globalsecurity.org and is one of Pakistan's most , progressiv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Neend
''Neend'' is a Pakistani drama film directed by Hassan Tariq in his directorial debut and released in 1959. Based on a story and screenplay by Riaz Shahid, the films stars Noor Jehan, Neelo and Aslam Pervaiz with Nighat Sultana, Allauddin and Agha Talish in supporting roles. The music was done by Rashid Attre while Noor Jehan also sang two songs of the film. ''Neend'' is one of the last films of Noor Jahan, after which she retired from acting. The film was a hit at the box office and was later remade by the director in 1977 as '' Begum Jaan''. Cast * Noor Jehan * Neelo * Agha Talish * Nighat Sultana * Allauddin * Aslam Pervaiz * Yasmin * Diljit Mirza * Asad Jafri Awards Neend (1959 film) won 2 Nigar Awards The Nigar Awards ( ur, , translit=Inʿām Negār, lit=Picture Awards) were presented in an annual award show to recognize outstanding achievement in Pakistani cinema. The honors are awarded by Nigar Magazine founded in 1948. The Nigar Awards ... for 'Best Music' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1927 Births
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Pride Of Performance Award
The Pride of Performance ( ur, ), officially known as Presidential Pride of Performance, is an award bestowed by the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to recognize people with "notable achievements in the field of art, science, literature, sports, and nursing". The Pride of Performance is the highest national literary award of Pakistan conferred upon its citizens and, while it recognizes literary contribution, it can also be conferred upon foreign nationals. It is usually awarded by the president once a year at the Pakistan resolution day, but announcements are made at independence day ceremony held on 14 August. The award recommendations are made by the country's administrative units or respective ministry to the state governments where officials send it to the Cabinet Secretariat and then president or federal government for final approval. The president's Pride of Performance award which was possibly first awarded in 1958, can also be conferred posthumously under a constitutio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naag Muni
''Naag Muni'' is a Pakistani supernatural musical romance film directed by Raza Mir. It stars Rani and Waheed Murad in leading roles. The music of the film was composed by Nisar Bazmi and songs by Noor Jehan, Mehdi Hassan and Ahmed Rushdi. Plot A pharmaceutical researchers travels in a mysterious land with his colleague, where he comes across a native girl and falls for her. She too falls for him and they both face the difficulties afterwards, as the girl belongs to a tribe of serpent god. The plot also deals with the theme of reincarnation. Cast * Rani as Neera / Naag Muni * Waheed Murad as Dr. Anwar / Rajkumar Surajiya * Sangeeta as Bindiya * Masood Akhtar as Sardar Anasha * Qavi Khan as Dr. Khayal * Agha Talish as Sardar Shanaka * Rukhsana as Prema * Saqi as Usama * Najam ul Hassan as Maharaaj * Jalil Afghani as Raajkumar Soundtrack Release and reception The film was released on 7 April 1972. It attained the silver jubilee status in Karachi. The film was also released in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beti (1964 Film)
''Beti'' (also spelled as ''Baitee'' ) is a Pakistani film directed by Raza Mir and produced by Iqbal Shehzad. Nazim Panipati was the story writer, with dialogues by Zia Sarhadi. It stars Neelo and Ejaz with child actor Gutto in lead roles. The plot revolves around a famous actress who accepts anonymity to save her daughter and house. The music was composed by Deebo Bhattacharya. Released in July 1964, it was the first film of Mir as director. ''Beti'' is considered as one of the best performance of Neelo. Plot The plot revolves around a married couple, where the actress wife gets unwell during her shooting. On visiting doctor, it reveals on her that she is pregnant. She does want the unborn and asks for the abortion to the doctor. But, on the insistence and love of her husband, she decides to change her decision. After giving birth to a baby girl, she returns to the film's set and completes the shooting. Due to her engaging and busy schedule, the daughter gets neglected an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zinda Laash
''Zinda Laash'' ( ur, , , Living Corpse) is a 1967 Pakistani Urdu horror film, directed by Khwaja Sarfraz. Produced by Abdul Baqi, it stars Asad Bukhari (Dr. Aqil Harker), Habib (Aqil's Brother), Deeba (Shabnam), Rehan (Vampire), Zareen Panna (Dancer) and Nasreen (Vampire bride). It was the first horror film of Pakistan, and also the first to be X-rated. ''Zinda Laash'' is also known as ''Dracula in Pakistan'' (USA title) and ''The Living Corpse'' (International title). Plot synopsis Professor Tabini is experimenting on an elixir that he believes will beat death. When he tries it on himself, however, things don’t work out as planned and he dies. When his assistant finds him no longer among the living, she carries him downstairs and slaps him into the crypt in the basement. Unfortunately for her, he rises from the grave and chomps down on her neck. Cast * Asad Bukhari as Dr. Aqil Harker * Habib as Aqil's brother * Deeba as Shabnam * Rehan as the Vampire * Zareen Panna as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
