Famous Pakistani actress Faryal Mehmood's upcoming film ‘Wakhri’ which has been seen making headlines nowadays, is all set to release in Pakistani cinemas on January 5, 2024: however, one of the viral clips from the movie is grabbing swift attention on social media giving the popular figures some clever tactics to handle the harsh and ‘vulgar’ comments which they experience sometime as a result of their controversial work.
During the span of the circulating clip one can see Faryal Mehmood in a distressed state of mind after experiencing some harsh comments, witnessing on mobile phone: however, the makeup artist, smoking alongside her, suggests her some ‘clever’ ways to handle the trolls while also indulging in a bit controversial conversation.
The man in the clip offering rules to Faryal to handle the critics claiming: Rule no one is to delete all the negative comments without responding and rule no two is engage enthusiastically with positive comments, not bad we think, but it requires a big heart and a lot of patience.
Moving on, in case the readers are not aware, Wakhri boasts a star-studded cast including Faryal Mehmood, Gulshan Majeed, Saleem Mairaj, Sohail Sameer, and Shees Sajjad Gul. Moreover, it features the musical talents of names like Ali Sethi, Meesha Shafi, Eva B, Natasha Noorani, and more. The film not only showcases the talent of renowned actors but also features special appearances from Mathira, Khalid Malik, and Waseem Hassan Sheikh. Wakhri is gearing up to be a testament to the cinematic artistry of the region, and its recognition at the Red Sea Film Festival Foundation is a well-deserved honour.
Director by Iram Parveen Bilal, Wakhri delves into the story of a widowed school teacher in Pakistan who unintentionally becomes a viral sensation due to her outspoken views on social media. The narrative unfolds the challenges she faces as an unexpected influencer, navigating through societal norms and undisclosed identities while raising her 10-year-old son.
The film spotlights the constant struggle women encounter to assert their rights and presence, both in physical and online spaces, drawing inspiration from the story of Pakistani social media star Qandeel Baloch, tragically murdered in 2016, according to Variety.