‘Ishrat Made in China’ becomes instant hit across Pakistan

Islamabad: ‘Ishrat Made in China’ movie has become an instant countrywide hit across Pakistan after hitting the cinemas on Thursday.

Mohib Mirza’s directorial debut ‘Ishrat Made in China’ also marked the big-screen debut of the veteran actor Shabbir Jan.

The premiere turned out to be a start studded affair. In attendance were personalities such as Ahmed Butt, Nadia Hussain, Misbah Khalid, Seemi Pasha, Nomi Ansari, Jimmy Engineer, and many more.

The much-awaited film featured Mohib Mirza and the gorgeous Sanam Saeed in the lead role. Produced by Ek Alif & Eleven Eleven Films ‘Ishrat Made in China’ boasts an unconventional cast including designer turned actor HSY as the antagonist. This film was HSY’s silver screen debut after his stellar performance in drama serial ‘Pehli Si Muhabbat (Like first love)’.

Several Pakistani celebrities and social media stars have made a cameo in this film including Sara Loren, Shamoon Abbasi, Nayyer Ejaz, Mustafa Chaudhry, Mani, Ali Kazmi and Imam Syed.

Based on Mohib Mirza’s satirical television series, Ishrat Baji, from 2006, the movie further extended the plotline of the characters. The film has an epic climax with a 20-minute action scene which will be available on digital platform Mintrio.com.

The movie took almost four years of production. Every frame promises cinematic brilliance and is among the first Pakistani films to involve the local visual effects industry at a such a huge scale.

The #ishratmadeinchina (hash tag) has already taken over the internet as its first reached a million views in 24 hours. Sharing his thoughts about the film, Mohib Mirza said: “This film is for everyone who has a dream; no matter how hard it may seem, everything is possible, just say #comonhhh (come on) and believe in yourself!”

‘Ishrat Made in China’ is a coming-of-age story, and the film promises a thought-provoking experience along with a roller coaster ride of witty and slapstick comedy.

The story celebrates the idea of being unique and following one’s own heart. Penned by Ahsan Raza Firdousi, this mega-budget magnum opus has been released by Eveready Pictures while Geo Films is the media partner.