At Cannes, “Nayab,” starring Yumna Zaidi, wins Best Foreign Film and Best First-Time Filmmaker

One more day, one more achievement. The film Nayab, directed by Umair Nasir Ali and starring Yumna Zaidi and Usama Khan, has won major awards at Cannes, marking a historic milestone for the Pakistani entertainment sector.

At the World Film Festival in Cannes, the film took home the awards of “Best Foreign Film” and “Best First-Time Filmmaker” in the feature film category, which was a historic first for Pakistani cinema on a worldwide scale.

Yumna posted pictures of the victory on Instagram. The star added, “Nayab, my real star,” next to the photos. Many congratulations to Nayab’s entire family.” Then, the adored star labeled each person she wanted to thank for the historic victory individually.

Nayab is a sports drama that defies genre norms to provide a complex examination of the human spirit in the face of Karachi’s socioeconomic difficulties. The story of the movie revolves around Yumna’s character Nayab, a teenage cricket lover who aspires to follow her passion for the game despite obstacles from her family and society. She manages to enroll in a cricket camp with the help of her older brother, negotiating the complexities of her goals against the hardships of the middle class.

With a project like Nayab, the director has created a story that delves into the fallout from stressful circumstances in Karachi, shedding light on the fine line that separates crushed ambitions from burgeoning dreams. The film’s skill at narrative and the commitment of its actors and staff are demonstrated by its Cannes award win. In addition to showcasing Pakistan’s rich cultural diversity, the empowerment-focused program touches on topics that are universal, such as ambition, resiliency, and familial ties.

The film’s triumph in a global event such as Cannes is unquestionably a source of pride for the whole Pakistani entertainment industry, indicating a bright future for the nation’s film industry globally.

Shamsa Butt

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