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Sonya Hussyn's Babli/Babar earns spot at Cannes World Film Festival

Sonya Hussyn's Babli/Babar earns spot at Cannes World Film Festival

  • Babli/Babar has been selected for the Cannes World Film Festival.
  • The film is directed by Kamran Faiq and written by Qurbe Abbas.
  • Hussyn, the film's producer, announced the news on Instagram.
Pakistani cinema has achieved another global milestone as Babli/Babar, the latest project by actor and producer Sonya Hussyn, has been officially selected for the Cannes World Film Festival. Directed by Kamran Faiq and written by Qurbe Abbas, the film's selection underscores the increasing global recognition of Pakistani storytelling.

Produced by Rimshah Amjad and Abdullah Kamran, the film features a cast of fresh talent, including Hasnan Rana, Tanveer Syed, Zeeshan Haider, Fahad Hashmi, Usman Chaudhry, Razia Malik, and Imtisal Hussain. Hussyn, making her debut as a producer, announced the exciting news on Instagram.

"I'm absolutely thrilled to share some incredible news: my very first film as a producer has been officially selected for the prestigious World Film Festival in Cannes!" she wrote. "Out of thousands of submissions from around the globe, our project from Pakistan has secured its spot among the finalists. This is not just a proud moment for our team, but a significant milestone for storytelling from our region."

Hussyn praised her team and director Kamran Faiq for their dedication. "The credit for this achievement truly belongs to our incredibly passionate and hardworking director Kamran Faiq. Your vision and commitment have been instrumental in bringing this project to life," she said.

For Hussyn, this accomplishment is both personal and a testament to Pakistani cinema’s potential. "Together, we're breaking boundaries and sharing impactful stories that resonate!" she added.

The recognition at Cannes is a landmark achievement for Babli/Babar and further cements Hussyn's growing influence as an actor and producer.

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