Lahore: With so many new filmmakers making it to the mainstream, one wonders what the once ‘lone warrior’ of Pakistani cinema thinks about his space in the industry. Syed Noor doesn’t feel threatened or insecure by onslaught of fresh minds and rather believes that be it Lollywood or Pakistani cinema, he is here to stay. “Trends correlating to filmmaking have changed over the years,” asserts veteran film director Syed Noor. Adding to his estimation, he says, “Pakistani film directors who possess adaptability and the knowhow of modern filmmaking techniques will sustain, while others will dissipate.” With new-fangled faces entering the film realm and the production of better films, the revival of film industry has commenced, according to the director. “My space is still reserved in the Pakistani film industry as I’m able to meet the demands of the industry.”
Noor maintains the reputation of being one of the most consistent film directors famed for producing entertaining flicks in both Punjabi and Urdu. His most admired works include Choorian, Deewane Tere Pyar Ke, Jeeva, Majajan, Jhoomar, Sargam and numerous other popular films. With more than 400 films scripts to his credit, Noor is still busy with the much-anticipated film Bhai Wanted.
“Bhai Wanted will be a good addition to the Pakistani film industry and the screening of the film will take place in Pakistan and other foreign countries,” confirmed the director, who has scripted the movie himself. He adds, “I wrote the story of Bhai Wanted and also worked on its screenplay. It will be a thriller featuring new faces.” Bhai Wanted is scheduled to release on Eid ul fitr.
