Bilal Sami (writer)
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Bilal Sami | |
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 Bilal Sami at the Hanging By A Wire Premier at Sundance Film Festival | |
| Born | May 23, 1978 Lahore, Pakistan |
| Alma mater | Ohio University, USA LUMS, Pakistan |
| Occupations | Producer, Screenwriter, Director |
| Years active | 1999–present |
| Known for | Hanging by a Wire, David Blaine - Do Not Attempt, Dobara Phir Se, Jutt and Bond |
| Website | www |
Bilal Sami (born May 23, 1978) is a Pakistani producer, screenwriter and filmmaker.[1][2][3] He was born in Lahore and is based in Brooklyn, New York City.[4][5]
Television
Sami began his television career on the sitcom Jutt and Bond, airing on Indus Vision (2001–2004). His subsequent television work includes sitcoms Bhatti Ki Bas Ho Gai (2006), Yassu Panju Haar (2009), Yes Sir! (2010), and Dosti Aisa Nata (2009).
Sami was the Series Associate Producer for "David Blaine: Do Not Attempt". The documentary series starring the David Blaine was made for Disney+ and National Geographic.
Film
Bilal is the writer and producer of the documentary film "Hanging by a Wire". The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2026[6] in the World Cinema Documentary competition.[7][8][9]
In 2019, Sami served as consulting producer for the crime thriller Laal Kabootar which was Pakistan's entry to the 92nd Oscars.
In 2016, Sami co-wrote and associate-produced Dobara Phir Se, a romantic drama directed by Mehreen Jabbar.[10][11]
Beside his TV and film career he also co-authored several songs with Zeb Bangash and Haniya Aslam of Zeb and Haniya, including Rona Chore Diya from the album Chup!,[12] Jaise Milein Ajnabi for Madras Cafe (2013)[13] and Mein Irada In Season 11 [14][15]