Hammal O Mahganj is a Pakistani Balochi-language film released in 1976. It is known as the first feature Balochi film. The film could not make it to the cinemas due to political pressure.[1][2] The film was produced by Anwar Iqbal who also played the lead role in the film along with Nadir Shah Adil, Aneeta Gul, Saqi and Noor Mohammad Lashari.[3] Set in the 15th century when Portuguese discovered Indian subcontinent, the story revolves around a man who stands against the Portuguese for the honour of his motherland. The film was screened in 2017 on 28 February, Baloch Culture day.[3]
| Hammal O Mahganj | |
|---|---|
Release date | 1976 |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Balochi |
Cast edit
- Anwar Iqbal[4]
- Nadir Shah Adil
- Aneeta Gul
- Saqi
- Noor Mohammad Lashari
- Shakeel Laasi
References edit
- ^ Zeeshan Nasir (1 March 2019). "Remembering the tragedy and legend of Hammal-o-Mahganj". Daily Times. Retrieved 8 December 2021.
- ^ "Baloch film industry". nation com.pk. 2 November 2018. Retrieved 16 December 2021.
- ^ a b "Pakistan's first Balochi film will be screened on Baloch Culture Day". Dawn Images. 2017-02-07.
- ^ "Senior actor Anwar Iqbal passes away". dawn.com. 2021-07-02.
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