19 Pakistani Movies to Watch in 2019
Few years back until the revolution of the Pakistani film industry, i.e. Lollywood, most Pakistanis did not even bother to look at the billboards of cinemas for the kind of movies advertised showed partly naked ladies and fierce men with guns and gandasas made sense to almost none. Ever since the revival of Pakistani cinemas, the concepts have changed massively. As soon as the filmmakers announce the movies now the audience gets excited about the upcoming movies. It was predicted that the year 2019 will be a good year for Lollywood. The list of movies releasing this year is long but among many movies here is the list of Pakistani movies to watch in 2019.
Here are the 19 highly anticipated Pakistani movies that will be hit theatres this year.
1. The Legend of Maula Jatt
The best thing happening to Pakistani cinema this year is The Legend of MaulaJatt. Produced by Lashari Films and directed by Bilal Lashari, The Legend of Maula Jatt is the most anticipated movie of 2019. It is the remake of 80’s MaulaJatt. The most loved couple of the screen, i.e. Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan will be reuniting in the movie alsofeatureingHamza Ali Abbasi and HumaimaMalick as the lead roles. Other actors include Gohar Rasheed, Faris Shafi, Saima Baloch, veteran actors Shafqat Cheema and Nayyer Ejaz, and a cameo by Ali Azmat. The 1st official trailer has received a lot of views and appreciation. The remarkable cinematography will makes this movie a worth watching experience in cinemas.
Release Date: Eid-ul-Fitr 2019.
2. Laal Kabootar
Laal Kabootar trailer has got everyone excited about the story. The movie cast includes Mansha Pasha, Ahmed Ali Akber and Ali Kazmi as lead roles of the movie. Laal Kabootar is an age-appropriate movie revolving around the personal and social turmoil of Mansha Pasha reflecting thrilling concept of greed, power and revenge. The excellent thriller has kept people waiting for its release, which is due soon.
Release Date: 22nd March 2019
3. Baaji
The movie “Baaji” is a comeback of the popular Pakistani actress “Meera Jee” in the Pakistani movie industry. Besides MeeraJee,the cast includes Osman Khalid Butt, Ali Kazmi, Mohsin Abbas Haider, AmnaI lyas, Nisho, and Nayyar Ejaz.
Release Date: Mid 2019.
Trailer:Not released yet.
4. Superstar
Superstar is a movie produced by MominaDuraid and directed by Mohammad Ehteshamuddin. The movie features a love story that pairs the gorgeous Mahira Khan with Pakistan’s popular dimple boy, i.e. Bilal Ashraf on the screen after the massive success of Jannan, Yalghar and Rangraza.
Release Date: Around Eid-ul-Fitr 2019
5. Paray Hut Love!
Asim Raza’s Paray Hut Love is going to be the eye candy for this year. The movie features the drama serial Khamoshi’s superstar Zara Noor Abbas and Ho Maan Jahan’s hero, ShehrayarMunawar and Maya Ali. Besides, Ahmed Ali Butt, HinaDilpazir and Nadeem Baig will also be a part of the movie. MeeraJee will be performing an item number in the movie.
Release Date:Eid-ul-Adha 2019
Trailer:Not released yet.
6. Wrong Number 2
Since the massive success of Yasir Nawaz’s romantic comedy movie Wrong Number in 2015, Wrong Number 2 had been in the pipeline. Wrong Number 2 features Neelam Munir and Sami Khan as the leads. Besides, Jawaid Shaikh, Danish Nawaz and Nayyar Ejaz will also be a part of the movie.
Release Date: Eid-ul-Fitr 2019
Trailer:Not released yet.
7. Karachi Se Lahore 3
Karachi se Lahore 3 is a story penned down by Yasir Hussain. The cast includes the writer Yasir Hussain himself, Ayesha Omer, Kubra Khan, Zara Noor Abbas, Shahzad Shaikh and Asad Siddiqui. Being the third volume of Karachi se Lahore, it said to be a full dose of entertainment like the previous movies.
Release Date:Eid-ul-Fitr 2019
8. Durj
Director ShamoonAbaasi’sDurj is based on the real-life horrifying events that have been taking place in Pakistan. The movie is about cannibalism in Pakistan. The movie is based 3 on the real life events related to cannibalism that were highlighted in Pakistan. Alongside the thrilling crime, the story also features a love story at the same time. The movie cast includes ShamoonAbbasiasnd Sherry Shah, who shaved her head and gained 40 pounds for the character. Durj’s thrilling trailer has already created a lot of buzz.
Release Date:Sometime in 2019.
9. Waar 2
Waar 2, a sequel of Waar, is a Pakistani action thriller film, written, produced and directed by Hassan Rana. The movie cast includes ShaanShahid, Agha Haris Durrani, Bilal Ashraf, Ayesha Omer and Aleeze Nasser.
Release Date: Not released yet.
10. Sher Dil
Sher Dil is a grand project by Azfar Jafri, the filmmaker, had been working on after the release of Parchi. The movies features jets and planes, having a feel similar to that of Parvaaz Hai Junoon. However, the movie revolves around the lead role of Armeena Khan as a strong woman with a powerful role in the movie. Sher Dil cast includes Mikaal Zulfiqar and Armeena Khan as the lead roles, Sabeeka Imam and Hassan Niazi as a part of the movie too.
Release Date: 22nd March 2019
11. Son of Kashmir: Burhan
Son of Kashmir: Burhan is a 3D animated movie directed by Rana Abrar that is based on the Kashmir freedom movement. The movie revolves around a young Kashmiri freedom fightr who became a part of the Kashmiri movement at a young age and engages in fights with Indian forces.
Release Date: Sometime in 2019
12. Sorry: A Love Story
Sorry is a love story that brings back the star of Pakistani silver screen, i.e. Faisal Qureshi. Apart from the evergreen star Aamina Shaikh, Zahid Ahmed and Soniya Hussain also play major roles in the movie. The story of the movie revolves around the dynamics of love in our life from finding it to losing it.
Release Date: Sometime in 2019
13. Gumm: In The Middle of No Where
Gumm is the directional debut of Pakistan’s talent, i.e. Ammar Lasani and Kanza Zia. The movie, as the name suggests, revolves around the today’s youth who is directionless and ambitionless, which results in wrong endings. Sami Khan and ShamoonAbbasi play the lead roles in the movie. Gumm has already earned a lot of fame and has been acclaimed as the best movie.
Release Date:11th January 2019
14. Jackpot
Jackpot is just another glorifies stage show that is a comedy movie. Javed Shaikh plays the main cast of the movie as Jojo who is a gangster. The cast of the movie includes Noor Hassan, Sanam Chauhdry, Inayat Khan, Reyhana Malhotra, Sana Fukher , Adnan Shah Tipu, Faiza Khan, Ismail Tara and Sajan Abbas.
Release Date: 6th June 2019
15. Heer Maan Ja
Azfar Jafri’s HeerMaanJa, as the name suggests is meant to hit the chords of our hearts as it features both Western and Desi touch. HeerMaanJais a romantic comedy movie that features Ali Rehman and HareemFarooque as the main cast members.
Release Date: Eid-ul-Adha 2019
16. Zarrar
Zarrar is a movie by ShaanShahid based on action, patriotism and thriller. The story revolves around Pakistan’s nuclear energy program and some real events.
Release Date: To be released on Pakistan Day 2019.
17. Ready Steady No
Ready Steady No is a musical romantic comedy love story that casts Amna Ilyas, Ashraf Khan, Faisal Saif, Ismail Tara, Nargis Rasheed, Nayyar Ejaz, Salman Shahid and Zain Afzal.
Release Date: Summer 2019
Not released yet.
18. Love You Jutta
Love you Jutta, penned by Vasay Chaudhry and directed by Nadeem Baig, features Pakistan’s 1st global box office star, Humayun Saeed as the lead role. Besides, Mehwish Hayat will be accompanying Humayun Saeed as a lead role in the movie too. Love you Jutta is a romantic comedy love story that will hit the cinema screens this year.
Release Date: Eid-ul-Adha 2019
Not released yet.
19. Project Ghazi
Project Ghaziis a superhero movie directed by Nadir Shah. It wouldn’t be wrong to say the movie has been a fair share of controversy, as it was due to be released earlier but it was halted due to some technical issues. However, Project Ghazi is due this year. Humayun Saeed, SyraShehroz and ShehrayarMunawar are the main cast of the movie, besides, Adnan Jaffar, Amir Qureshi, Nadir Shah and Talat Hussain are also the part of the movie.
Release Date: 29th March 2019
These awesome Pakistani movies are going to hit the cinema screens soon. What movie are you most excited about?