Nayab (film)

2024 Pakistani film

Nayab

Directed by| Umair Nasir Ali
Written by|

* Ali Abbas Naqvi
* Basit Naqvi

Produced by|

* Rumina Umair
* Umair Irfani
* David Kenney
* Agnes Kenney

Starring|

* Yumna Zaidi
* Jawed Sheikh
* Usama Khan

Production
companies

* Kenneyz Films
* Num Films

Release date

* 26 January 2024 (2024-01-26)

Country| Pakistan
Language| Urdu

Nayab is an upcoming sports drama film directed by Umair Nasir Ali (in his feature directorial debut).[1] It is produced by Rumina Umair and Umair Irfani under banners Kenneyz Films and Num Films.[1][2] It features Yumna Zaidi as the lead role in her film debut,[3] with Jawed Sheikh, Usama Khan and M. Fawad Khan in prominent roles. The trailer was released on 10 December 2023, and the film is scheduled to release on 26 January 2024.[4]

## Synopsis[edit]

Amidst the bustling canvas of Karachi, Nayab, a spirited young girl with a fervent passion for cricket, faces her father's belief that the sport lacks a tangible future due to stereotyping. However, her path intertwines with Akber, her brother, who was once a rising star who struggles with his past. Follow Nayab's journey as she navigates challenges, seeking to reconcile her dreams with familial expectations, all while finding unexpected support in Akber on her quest to pursue her future goals in a tale of ambition, resilience and family.

## Cast[edit]

* Yumna Zaidi as Nayab
* Jawed Sheikh
* Usama Khan
* M. Fawad Khan
* Huma Nawab
* Noreen Gulwani
* Mohammed Ehteshamuddin
* Adnan Siddiqui
* Faryal Mehmood

## Production[edit]

In January 2023, the details of the Yumna Zaidi's debut film along with the motion poster were revealed.[1][5] For the preparation of her role, Zaidi learned to play cricket.[6] The trailer was released on 10 December 2023.[7]

## Soundtrack[edit]

The first song of the film "Mental Sa Dil" was released on 14 December 2023, with music by Shani Arshad who performed it as well.[8] The dance number choreographed by Nigah Hussain, performed by Rosemary and music by Arshad, and featuring Faryal Mehmood in a special appearance was released on 17 December 2023.[9]

No.| Title| Lyrics| Music| {{{extra_column}}}| Length

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1.| "Mental Sa Dil"| Rizwan Hasan| Shani Arshad| Shani Arshad|
2.| "Shendi"| Rizwan Hasan| Shani Arshad| Rosemary|

## References[edit]

1. ^ a b c Irfan Ul Haq (5 January 2023). "Yumna Zaidi to star in feature film Nayab directed by Umair Nasir Ali". Dawn Images. Retrieved 14 December 2023.
2. ^ "Kenneyz Group announces production of its first feature film about girl interested in cricket". The News International. 4 January 2023. Retrieved 14 December 2023.
3. ^ "Drama star Yumna Zaidi set to shine on cinema screens". Dunya News. 12 December 2023. Archived from the original on 14 December 2023.
4. ^ "Best of luck: Mahira Khan cheers on Yumna Zaidi, team 'Nayab'". The Express Tribune. 19 December 2023. Retrieved 19 December 2023.
5. ^ "Yumna Zaidi shares the first poster of her debut film Nayab". Bol News. 6 January 2023.
6. ^ "'Never picked a bat or ball' but Yumna Zaidi wants to ace her film debut as cricketer in 'Nayab'". The Express Tribune. 26 May 2023.
7. ^ "Pushing boundaries: Yumna Zaidi vows to beat India in 'Nayab' trailer". The Express Tribune. 11 December 2023.
8. ^ "First upbeat song of Yumna Zaidi's Nayab out". Aaj News. 16 December 2023. Archived from the original on 19 December 2023. Retrieved 19 December 2023.
9. ^ "Faryal Mehmood's thrilling dance performance on Shendi song spreads like jungle fire". 24 News HD. 19 December 2023.

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