Chikkar (Urdu: چکڑ Chikkar; IPA: [t͡ʃɪkəɽ], transl. The Mud) is a 2023 Pakistani Urdu-language thriller film directed and produced by Zaheer Uddin in his directorial debut.[1] The film stars Usman Mukhtar, Ushna Shah, Nausheen Shah, Adnan Shah Tipu, Faryal Mehmood, Saleem Mairaj and Aliee Shaikh. It premiered in Karachi on 20 December 2023 and was released theatrically in Pakistan on 22 December 2023.[2][3]
| Chikkar | |
|---|---|
 Film poster | |
| Directed by | Zaheer Uddin |
| Screenplay by | Zaheer Uddin |
| Produced by | Zaheer Uddin Hamza Imam |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Shah Zaman Baloch |
| Edited by | Imran Mushtaq |
| Music by | Usman Sheikh Haroon Sheikh |
Production company | Dareechay Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 173 minutes |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Urdu |
Plot
editAfter a dancer is murdered in Diyalpur, a police officer takes charge of the investigation. As he pursues the case, he becomes entangled in a web of deception and falsehood, placing his life and the well-being of his loved ones at risk. The story unfolds over the course of five days.
Cast
edit- Usman Mukhtar as Sarmad Zaman
- Ushna Shah as Ayla Akbar
- Nausheen Shah as Zareen Shah
- Adnan Shah Tipu
- Faryal Mehmood as Neelam
- Saleem Mairaj as Arman Saleem Sawan
- Aliee Shaikh as Sardar
Production
editReception
editIn a review for Dawn, Mohammad Kamran Jawaid praised the story and performances, but criticised the film's lengthy screenplay, colour grading and background score.[6] Writing for The Express Tribune, Manahil Tahira praised the performances, humour and Zaheer Uddin's direction, calling it "a good one-time watch".[7] Gaitee Ara Siddiqui of The News International praised the direction and supporting cast performances, while criticising the film's humour and extended conclusion.[8]
References
edit- ↑ "Ushna Shah, Usman Mukhtar team up in 'Chikkar' for riveting crime thriller". Samaa TV. 15 December 2023. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ↑ "Premiere of crime thriller film Chikkar in Karachi". Aaj English TV. 21 December 2023.
- ↑ "Audience full of praise for film at premiere of 'Chikkar'". The News International. 21 December 2023.
- ↑ "Trailer for 'Chikkar' released". Daily Times. 2 December 2023.
- ↑ "'Chikkar' trailer promises a gripping crime drama with a mystery waiting to be unwrapped". The Express Tribune. 2 December 2023.
- ↑ Mohammad Kamran Jawaid (7 January 2024). "The Icon Review: In Mud, Looking Up At The Stars". Dawn.com.
- ↑ Manahil Tahira (24 December 2023). "Review: Flat humour and ambitious cops, 'Chikkar' is a good one-time watch". The Express Tribune.
- ↑ Gaitee Ara Siddiqui (7 January 2024). "In the picture". The News International. Retrieved 9 March 2024.