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Usman Mukhtar’s beautiful anniversary wish for his wife

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Usman Mukhtar’s beautiful anniversary wish for his wife

Usman Mukhtar debuted with the Pakistani feature film “Janaan.” Directed two critically acclaimed short films, “Gulabo Rani” and “Bench.” Starred in popular dramas like “Anaa”, “Sabaat”, and “Hum Kahan Ke Sache Thay”. Usman Mukhtar is a famous and talented Pakistani actor and filmmaker. He debuted with the Pakistani feature film “Janaan”. The brilliant actor has … Read more

‘Gulabo Rani’: A film by Usman Mukhtar wins 7 international awards

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Gulabo Rani
  • Gulabo Rani by Usman Mukhtar is an irresistible hit.
  • The film won 7 international awards including an award for Best Horror Short Film.
  • Usman expressed gratitude to all those who worked on the film.

Gulabo Rani, the most recent horror short from Usman Mukhtar, is an irresistible hit. The actor-turned-filmmaker has been informing his followers on social media of the movie’s successes, and he has just revealed that it has lately won multiple international awards. The film won prizes for Best Horror Short Film, Best Sound Design, Best Male Director, and Best Cinematography, among other awards. The movie also earned awards at the Indie X Film Fest LA, including Best Horror Short Film and Best Male Director, as well as an award for Best Horror Short Film at the Indie Short Fest LA, Mukhtar was happy to announce.

Mukhtar wrote beside a photo of the trophies, ” “Alhamdulillah, I’m thrilled to announce that our film, Gulabo Rani, has won seven more awards internationally, including four awards at the Independent Shorts Awards in Los Angeles!”

The director of Bench wrote a sincere letter to the actors and crew in which he expressed his gratitude to them “From the cast to the team, I want to convey my gratitude for all of your efforts and commitment on this project. We accomplished so much with such a small budget, it’s simply amazing.” “Your performances were truly exceptional and captured the essence of the story,” he said of the performers, who he lauded for bringing their characters to life with honesty and passion. The staff, he said, worked hard behind the scenes to make sure everything was great, and he praised them for their dedication and cheerful attitude.

The Anaa star concluded his speech by expressing gratitude to all those who worked on the film, ” “Thank you for everything you have done. These awards are a testament to your hard work, creativity, and dedication. I couldn’t be prouder of each and every one of you. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries and telling incredible stories. Congratulations!” 

In the centre of the short horror movie, Gulabo Rani lies a haunted hostel. While much of the plot’s specifics are being kept a secret, the teaser suggests that the young boarding house occupants are being tormented by a sinister and dangerous spirit. Every fan of horror films will be intrigued by the movie’s tagline, “The main work of haunting is done by the living.”

Usama Javaid Haider, Meiraj Haq, Daniyal Khaqan Afzal, Omer Abdullah Khan, and Natasha Humera Ejaz are among the cast members who play significant roles in the movie.

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Usama Javaid Haider wins ‘Best Actor’ for film ‘Gulabo Rani’

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Usama Javaid Haider
  • Usman Mukhtar received praise for his short film Gulabo Rani.
  • He attributes the success to the movie’s young actor, Usama Javaid Haider.
  • The Anaa actor remarked on Haider’s dedication, enthusiasm, and work ethic.

At the Bucharest Shortcut Cinefest, actor-turned-director Usman Mukhtar received praise for his short film Gulabo Rani. He attributes the movie’s young actor, Usama Javaid Haider, who he first met during a Lahore shoot years prior, to the success. The Anaa actor remarked on Haider’s dedication, enthusiasm, and work ethic on Wednesday when revealing that Haider had received the Best Actor prize for his performance in Mukhtar’s horror movie.

“I’m super proud of this kid. I honestly feel that I’m fortunate to have come across him. I met him at a shoot in Lahore where we had a scene together. I had to sit and react when this kid had a nine-minute monologue. By the time the monologue ended, I was blown away by his performance. He is a brilliant actor and a hardworking one,” he wrote.

Mukhtar needed a dubbing voice for Gulabo Rani’s post-production and thought of Haider. For the young actor, that day turned out to be a turning point.  Mukhtar said, “”We were doing post-production for Gulabo, and Usama had some dubbing work left. I asked him if he could come in for the dubbing session, and he came without any hesitation. When he reached the studio, I noticed that he had lost weight and had shaved his head. When I asked him why he had done so, he tried to play it down. That’s when he revealed that his cancer had returned and he had to shave his head for his chemo treatment. I was shocked and asked him why he hadn’t told me earlier so we could have rescheduled the session. But he simply replied, ‘Usman bhai, work is work.”

Mukhtar called the actor a “superstar” and praised his talent and hard ethic in his congratulations, expressing his appreciation for him. He further wrote, “I have no words to describe what a gem this kid is and how much I’ve learned from him in the process.”

He continued by saying that Haider was now a Pakistani actor with a worldwide reputation after receiving the Best Actor prize at the Bucharest Shortcut Cinefest. He also acknowledged his pride in Haider’s accomplishments.

Mukhtar revealed the news on social media after his short film received the Best Short Film Prize at the LA Sci-Fi & Horror Festival 2022 earlier this year. He shared a picture of his trophy with the description, “Leviathan Platinum Award 2022,” and expressed his gratitude for the accomplishment.

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Usman Mukhtar film wins LA Sci-Fi Film Festival’s Best Film Award

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  • Usman Mukhtar reached new height with his short horror movie Gulabo Rani.
  • The film won Best Short Film award at the LA Sci-fi Film Festival.
  • The setting of the short horror movie Gulabo Rani is a haunted hostel.

Usman Mukhtar reached a new high point when his short horror movie Gulabo Rani took home the prize for Best Short Film at the LA Sci-fi Film Festival 2022. On his social media accounts, the actor posted the information.

“Alhamdulillah Super Happy to announce that Gulabo Rani has won Best Short Film at the L.A SCI-FI & HORROR FILM FESTIVAL!!!!! Super proud of the entire team!!!” wrote Usman.

The setting of the short horror movie Gulabo Rani is a haunted hostel. The children living in an abandoned boarding home are being tormented by a dark, scary spirit, according to the teaser. The movie’s slogan states, “The living do the majority of the work of haunting.”

The trailer is shown below!

The film that Usman is making is produced by him and actor and friend Meiraj Haq, with the support of their production company Terrestrial Studios.

Gulabo Rani stars Usama Javaid Haider, Meiraj Haq, Daniyal Khaqan Afzal, Omer Abdullah Khan, and Natasha Humera Ejaz in pivotal roles. Khushal Khan Khattak also has a cameo role in the film.

One of the Pakistani film industry’s most gifted actors is Usman Mukhtar. Prior to Bench, a short film starring actor and model Rubya Chaudhry and him, he made his directing debut. Additionally, the movie took up the Best Short Film prize at the South Shore Film Festival in New York.

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