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Wakhri, dir. Iram Parveen Bilal, Pakistan / USA 2023, Urdu with English subtitles, 99 min.
Wakhri is about a widowed school teacher in Pakistan who becomes a viral sensation overnight when she accidentally unleashes her unabashed opinions on social media. This newfound fame as an unlikely influencer comes with its own challenges as she has to navigate archaic mindsets and secret identities while raising her ten-year-old son in a world where women's right to have a voice and own their own space, physical or online, is a constant challenge.
The film draws inspiration from the bravery of individuals like Qandeel Baloch, Pakistan's first social media celebrity who was strangled to death by her brother for bringing disrepute to the family's honour. Qandeel rose to prominence due to her videos on social networks discussing her rights as a Pakistani woman and various controversial issues which were considered bold and outrageous by the conservative Pakistani community. With Wakhri, we aim to support and encourage all those who aspire to be seen and heard.
The film draws inspiration from the bravery of individuals like Qandeel Baloch, Pakistan's first social media celebrity who was strangled to death by her brother for bringing disrepute to the family's honour. Qandeel rose to prominence due to her videos on social networks discussing her rights as a Pakistani woman and various controversial issues which were considered bold and outrageous by the conservative Pakistani community. With Wakhri, we aim to support and encourage all those who aspire to be seen and heard.
08:45 pm
Fri, 05 Jul 2024
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