Sikander (2016 film)
| Sikander | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Moammar Rana |
| Produced by | Mehnaz Moammar |
| Based on | Real-life Events |
| Starring |
Moammar Rana Haya Sehgal Nadeem Baig Mathira |
| Music by | Sahir Ali Bagga |
| Cinematography | Salman Razzak |
Production company |
The Monarch Films, Moammar Rana Films |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Urdu |
Sikander is an upcoming Pakistani action romantic thriller film directed by Moammar Rana, based on the true events. The film stars Rana, Haya Sehgal, Nadeem Baig, and Mathira. Partially filming began in July 2015 in Lahore, while the other took place in Karachi. The film marked as the directorial debut of Rana.
Cast
- Moammar Rana as Sikander
- Farhan Ali Agha
- Haya Sehgal
- Nadeem Baig
- Mathira
- Adel Farooq
Production
In May 2015, it was announced that actor Moammar Rana would be making his directorial debut with the true-events based romance thriller film Sikander, in which he would also play the lead titular role.[1][2] Female lead was expected to be cast a newcomer, with filming scheduled to begin in July 2015.[1][2] In late-May, the film's production was launched during an event in Karachi, along with its first poster and more cast was announced including Nadeem Baig and Haya Sehgal.[3] The film would be made under his own banner The Monarch Films, with Rana's wife Mehnaz Moammar producing it.[4][5] In June 2015, it was confirmed that cricketer Shoaib Akhtar would make his film debut by appearing in an item number which would be filmed in Lahore after Eid al-Fitr.[5] Later it was revealed that some other sportspeople will also be featuring in the film.[6] In September 2015, Mathira revealed that she would be playing the villainous role in the film, which revolves around the underworld.[7] Adel Farooq would also star in the film.[8]
Filming
An item number featuring Akhtar was filmed in July 2015 in Lahore right after Eid al-Fitr.[2][5] Two songs were filmed in Bangkok, while other filming took place in Karachi.[1][7] In Karachi, filming locations including Jamshed Quarters and Habib Bank Plaza, with Salman Razzak as the film's director of photography.[8]
Music
The film would feature seven different songs from various artists including Fariha Pervez, Humera Arshad, Waris Baig, and Abrar-ul-Haq.[1][2] The film's music will include an item number also. Sahir Ali Bagga would be composing the music.[4]
References
- 1 2 3 4 SADIQ, RIDA (May 27, 2015). "Moammar Rana to Direct ‘Sikander’ Movie Based on Real Life Events". brandsynario.com. Retrieved October 18, 2015.
- 1 2 3 4 AHMAD, AYESHA (May 26, 2015). "Moammar Rana to release directorial debut 'Sikander'". hipinpakistan.com. Retrieved October 18, 2015.
- ↑ "First look of Sikander – A Film by Moammar Rana". trendinginsocial.com. Retrieved October 18, 2015.
- 1 2 Ali Munshi, Momin (June 5, 2015). "All hail the new "Sikander" in town : Mommar Rana launches his directorial debut.". galaxylollywood.com. Retrieved October 18, 2015.
- 1 2 3 "Shoaib Akhtar to perform item number in Moammar Rana’s next film?". tribune.com.pk. June 10, 2015. Retrieved October 18, 2015.
- ↑ "Moammar Rana’s Sikandar to Star Shoaib Akhter & Other Players". brandsynario.com. June 12, 2015. Retrieved October 18, 2015.
- 1 2 Qamar, Saadia (September 29, 2015). "Big screen and even bigger stints". tribune.com.pk. Retrieved October 18, 2015.
- 1 2 "Filming for ‘Sikander’ begins". tribune.com.pk. December 10, 2015. Retrieved December 12, 2015.
External links
- Sikander at the Internet Movie Database