Chakkar (film)
2021 film directed by Yasir Nawaz
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Chakkar is a 2022 Pakistani murder mystery film directed by Yasir Nawaz, and produced by Nida Yasir, under the banner of Farid Nawaz Productions.[1] It stars Ahsan Khan and Neelam Muneer, with Yasir Nawaz and Jawed Sheikh in supporting roles.[2] The film was released on the Eid al-Fitr (3 May 2022) with negative reviews from critics towards its storyline, performance and direction. The film was declared a box Average.
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Film Poster | |
| Directed by | Yasir Nawaz |
| Screenplay by | Syed Jibran Yasir Nawaz |
| Story by | Zafar Imran |
| Produced by | Nida Yasir |
| Starring | Ahsan Khan Neelam Muneer |
| Cinematography | Saleem Daad |
Production company | Farid Nawaz Productions |
| Distributed by | Everady Pictures |
Release date |
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Running time | 128 minutes |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Urdu |
Cast
- Ahsan Khan as Kabir Ahmed: Mehreen's husband, Zara's partner in crime. (Main antagonist)
- Neelam Muneer in dual roles
- Mehreen Khan: Kabir's wife, Zara's sister, (Dead)
- Zara Khan: Mehreen's sister, Kabir's partner in crime. (Antagonist)
- Yasir Nawaz as Inspector Shahzad.
- Ahmed Hassan
- Jawed Sheikh
- Naveed Raza as Naved
- Mehmood Aslam
- Suhail Khan as Insurance Officer
- Danish Nawaz as Director (cameo)
- Shoaib Malik in a (cameo appearance)
Production
The film was officially announced in 2019 with Feroze Khan and Mawra Hocane in the leading cast.[3][4] In early 2020, it was revealed that Khan has been replaced by Ahsan Khan while Neelam Muneer has replaced Hocane.[5][6] The film's principal photography began in March 2020 in Karachi. The film was wrapped up on 27 December 2020.[1]
Soundtrack
The music of the film is composed by Naveed Naushad.[7]
Release
In January 2021, it was announced that it is set to be released on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr 2022.[8][9] It had a world television premiere on Eid al-Adha, 10 July 2022, on ARY Digital.[10]
Accolades
| Year | Awards | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 6, 2023 | Lux Style Awards | Best Film Director | Yasir Nawaz | Nominated | [11] |
