Dekh Magar Pyaar Say
| Dekh Magar Pyaar Say | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| دیکھ مگر پیار سے | |
| Directed by | Asad Ul Haq Simon Okeke |
| Written by | Saba Imtiaz |
| Produced by | Ali Murtuza |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Nic Knowland BSC |
| Edited by | Eng Yong Teh |
| Music by | Background score: Abbas Ali Khan Songs: Mooroo |
Production company | Shiny Toy Guns |
| Distributed by | HKC Entertainment |
Release date |
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Running time | 107 min |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Urdu |
Dekh Magar Pyaar Say is a 2015 Pakistani romantic comedy film directed by Asad ul Haq and produced by Ali Murtaza [1] under the production banner Shiny Toy Guns. The film was the directorial debut for Haq. The movie starred Humaima Malick and Sikander Rizvi in the lead roles.[2] The latter made his film debut with the movie.[3]
Dekh Magar Pyar Se received positive reviews for good direction, acting and praise for its music. The cinematography was especially lauded as it showcased the beauty of Lahore.[4]
Cast
[edit]- Humaima Malick as Annie
- Sikander Rizvi as Sikandar[5]
- Irfan Khoosat
- Amna Ilyas - Special appearance in song "Kaala Doriya"
Production
[edit]The film was produced, financed and developed by Shiny Toy Guns.[6] The styling for the movie was done by Saima Rashid Bargfrede. Shehryar Yasin was hired as the Creative and Fashion Design Director for the movie.[3]
Casting
[edit]On 2 April 2015 Humaima Malick and Sikander Rizvi were confirmed as the lead actors.[3] Amna Ilyas was cast for an item song "Kaala Doriya".[7]
Filming
[edit]The film was mostly shot in Lahore over a 45-day period[8] with filming wrapping up in the week of 18 May.[9] The cast and crew were spotted in London shooting scenes for the movie.[10] The cast and crew were reportedly filming bonus footage for the movie in London.[11]
Marketing
[edit]On 2 April 2015 the first teaser poster for the movie was released.[3] Motion poster was revealed on 2 June. The teaser trailer for the movie was released on 1 July via the movie's official Facebook page.[12][13] To promote the movie, fans were given the opportunity to view the filming of the bonus footage being shot in London via the Periscope app.[11] The movie was also promoted using the hashtag "magarpyaarsay". The theatrical trailer was revealed online on 12 July 2015.
Soundtrack
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The background score of the film was given by Abbas Ali Khan.[14]
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Kaala Dooriya" | 02:40 |
| 2. | "Tumhein Dillagi (Band Version)" | |
| 3. | "Tumhein Dillagi (Film Version)" | |
| 4. | "Neray Neray Vas" | |
| 5. | "Kabhi Kabhi" | |
| 6. | "Tasveer" | |
| 7. | "Tauba Tauba" | |
| 8. | "Dekh Magar Pyar Say (Title Track)" |
Reception
[edit]Dekh Magar Pyar Se received positive reviews with good directing and acting while praising its music.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Shiny Toy Guns to release 'Dekh Magar Pyar Se' in summer 2015". 29 December 2014. Dawn, 29 December 2014. 29 December 2014. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
- ^ "More pyaar from Sikander and Humaima". 20 July 2015.
- ^ a b c d "Humaima's 'Dekh Magar Pyaar Say' was released in cinemas across Pakistan on 14th August, 2015". 2 April 2015. Dawn, 2 April 2015. 2 April 2015. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
- ^ "REVIEW: Dekh Magar Pyar Se, at your own risk!". 18 August 2015.
- ^ Raza, Munnazzah (2 April 2015). "Humaima's 'Dekh Magar Pyaar Say' to hit screens in August 2015". 2 April 2015. Dawn, 2 April 2015. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
- ^ "Dekh Magar Pyar Se to release summer 2015". 28 December 2014. Express Tribune, 28 December 2014. 28 December 2014. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
- ^ Qamar, Saadia (21 May 2015). "Aman Ilyas to feature in 'Dekh Magar Pyar Say'". 21 May 2015. Express Tribune, 21 May 2015. Retrieved 8 July 2015.
- ^ "'Dekh Magar Pyaar Say' wraps up shoot; to release in August". 20 May 2015. Daily Times, 20 May 2015. Archived from the original on 9 July 2015. Retrieved 8 July 2015.
- ^ "'It's a wrap! Dekh Magar Pyaar Say stars say goodbye to Lahore". 18 May 2015. Dawn, 18 May 2015. 19 May 2015. Retrieved 8 July 2015.
- ^ "Dekh Magar Pyaar Say' team spotted in London". 23 June 2015. Daily Times, 23 May 2015. Archived from the original on 23 June 2015. Retrieved 8 July 2015.
- ^ a b "Here's how you can be part of Dekh Magar Pyaar Say team's London adventures". 22 June 2015. Express Tribune, 22 June 2015. 22 June 2015. Retrieved 8 July 2015.
- ^ Humay Waseem (6 September 2015). "Attending Abbas Ali Khan's 'Mehfil'". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 6 April 2016.