Set to release on Eid-ul-Adha, Umro Ayyar: A New Beginning promises to be a visual spectacle and a thrilling adventure, drawing from the rich tapestry of South Asian folklore and reimagining it for contemporary audiences. Starring a stellar cast of Sanam Saeed, Hamza Ali Abbasi, Usman Mukhtar, Faran Tahir, Ali Kazmi, Adnan Siddiqui, and Sana Nawaz. Based on the classical Urdu-Persian beloved Dastan-e-Amir Hamza novel, Umro Ayyar: A New Beginning is the story of a thief and legendary warrior of Tilism-e-Hoshruba.
Amar, descendant of the legendary Umro Ayyar, a cunning warrior of Persian folklore, is a quantum mechanics professor in Pakistan. Surviving a Jinn attack, his third eye opens, revealing the hidden energy matrix interwoven with humanity and Jinn. Intrigued, he seeks the true nature of energy, blending ancient wisdom with modern science. As he navigates this dual reality, he discovers his lineage’s profound responsibility in maintaining balance. With wit inherited from Umro Ayyar, he ventures into a realm where fable meets reality, determined to unravel mysteries that transcend time and space.
Check out the trailer which showcase how the film blends old mythology with modern cinematic methods like CGI and VFX to create a visually stunning and captivating story.
A film by VR Chilli Productions, directed by Azfar Jafri, produced by Huma Babur. Distributed by Rising Star Entertainment and visual effects by Jubilan Studios. The film is all set to release worldwide in theaters on Eid-ul-Adha, 2024.
