Rangreza is an upcoming 2017 Pakistani romantic-musical drama film directed by Amir Mohiuddin, and written by Akhtar Qayyum under the production banner of Vision Art Films.[1] It is produced by Yasir Mohiuddin and Usman Malkani under the Usman Malkani Films banner.[2][3] The film features Gohar Rasheed, Bilal Ashraf, Urwa Hocane, Ghana Ali, Saleem Mairaj and Akbar Subhani in the main cast. It will be one of the most expensive Pakistani films of the year.[4] It will be distributed by ARY Films in Pakistan,[5] and by B4U Motion Pictures worldwide.[6]
The story revolves around Reshmi, who belongs to a traditional Qawwal family and has been engaged since childhood to her cousin, Waseem. Conflict arises when Ali, a famous popstar falls in love with Reshmi. The film is a journey of how two different classes and schools of thought come together.
Casting[edit]
Sana Javed was signed for the film to play the lead female role but due to some reasons she opted herself out of the film and the producers signed Urwa Hocane.[7][8] In an interview, Hocane told that she will play the role of a kind girl named Reshmi.[9] Bilal Ashraf will essay the role of a Rockstar, whilst in an interview with The Express Tribune Ashraf stated, "I have put my heart and soul into the film. Even though it was really difficult playing a musician, I was convinced I could do it. I hope the audience like my attempt."[10]
Ghana Ali said in an interview with HIP that she will play the role of Saba.[11] Alyzeh Gabol will make her debut in film by a cameo appearance.[12]
Filming[edit]
The shooting of the film began in Karachi.
Release[edit]
The film will be released in cinemas on 21 December 2017.
Cast[edit]
Bilal Ashraf as Ali
Urwa Hocane as Reshmi
Gohar Rasheed as Waseem Wallay
Ghana Ali as Saba
Saleem Mairaj
Akbar Subhani
Seemi Pasha
Alyzeh Gabol (cameo appearance)
