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Balu Mahi

  • 2017
  • 2h 30m
IMDb RATING
6.0/10
656
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Osman Khalid Butt and Ainy Jaffri in Balu Mahi (2017)
AdventureDramaRomance

When a young man crashes the wrong wedding, the bride seizes the opportunity to make a run for it and together they attempt to evade her overbearing grandfather.When a young man crashes the wrong wedding, the bride seizes the opportunity to make a run for it and together they attempt to evade her overbearing grandfather.When a young man crashes the wrong wedding, the bride seizes the opportunity to make a run for it and together they attempt to evade her overbearing grandfather.

  • Director
    • Haissam Hussain
  • Writer
    • Saad Azhar
  • Stars
    • Osman Khalid Butt
    • Ainy Jaffri
    • Sadaf Kanwal
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.0/10
    656
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Haissam Hussain
    • Writer
      • Saad Azhar
    • Stars
      • Osman Khalid Butt
      • Ainy Jaffri
      • Sadaf Kanwal
    • 14User reviews
    • 10Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 nominations total

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    Osman Khalid Butt
    • Bilal 'Balu' Malik
    Ainy Jaffri
    Ainy Jaffri
    • Mahi Jahangir
    Sadaf Kanwal
    • Sharmeen Mukhtiyar
    Zeeshan Ali
    • Zeeshan
    Muhammad Safwan Bawany
    • Assistant Director
    • (as Bawany Safwan)
    Durdana Butt
    Shafqat Cheema
    Adeel Hashmi
    Khurram Pataras
    Aliee Shaikh
    • Polo team Coach
    Jawed Sheikh
    Jawed Sheikh
    • Hasan's father
    • (as Javed Sheikh)
    • Director
      • Haissam Hussain
    • Writer
      • Saad Azhar
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    7dictator1945

    Very Fine....Refreshing

    It is very entertaining Romantic movie Ainay Jafferi acted really well...all other too acted nicely its not like waar or 021 high rated craps and worst movies of Pakistan.

    Believe me its very fine movie you will find it very interesting
    8imranahmedsg

    Excellent romantic comedy!

    Balu Mahi is that Pakistani film which combines all the elements which a Pakistani audience desires, i.e. drama, romance, comedy and, importantly, a strong social message.

    Even the background music is good though they could do without the first Bollywood style number. It just didn't fit in with the rest of the movie.

    Balu Mahi is the story of a strong headed Pakistani woman (I didn't know there were any other types?!) coming to terms with conservative societal norms. To escape these familial and social restrictions Mahi runs away from home. Mahi's escape and her subsequent adventures lead to the romance between Balu - her hitherto unknown male accomplice. Her adventures also provide the drama and comedy interludes for the film.

    The two leads acted magnificently. A special mention must be made of Ainy Jaffri who played Mahi.

    The film is worth watching simply for its strong feminist undertones. Other than one dialogue, the feminism is sohisticated and crafted subtly into the film - making it all the more powerful. It is not 'in your face' feminism which may not appeal to many viewers.

    In summary, a great, light film. An easy way to while away 2.5 hours (though it really didn't feel that long).

    Balu Mahi is available on NETFLIX in most jurisdictions at the time of writing (July 2018).
    7ammarsway

    One Of The Better Films From Pakistan If Not The Best

    Salam , Just watched Balu Mahi few days back i was so confused to watch it or not because Pakistani movies were going no where from past few months especially in 2016 and i also heard that first Pakistani movie of 2017 named "Thora Jee Le" was pathetic but still i gave Balu Mahi a chance and OMG i was shocked & literally blown away , from start to finish this one was fully entertaining movie which had drama , comedy , thrill , Romance etc etc . From opening scene where Balu ( Osman Khalid Butt ) is shown sitting in car is brilliant and the back ground score is amazing beautiful music by Sahir Ali Bagga , all songs are exceptional and best music from any Pakistani Movie along With Bin Roye. The story spans beautifully and most importantly the beautiful locations shown in the movie from Lahore to Hunza and all other places shown are beautifully captured by the camera man hats off also the cinematography is great loved the scenery . Coming to acting Osman Kahlid Butt looked so charming and totally in control of his character all expressions with which he acted shows his talent he has a long way to go , Ainee Jaffery was also looking cute and beautiful in some scenes she acted brilliantly rest of the cast did their part so well and supported the lead stars. Music from Sahir Ali Bagga is best from any Pakistani Movie till now the two best songs are Rang De Chunar and Tu Kia Jaane sung by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan & Sahir Ali Bagga respectively. Overall full Paisa Vasool Movie it's a must watch for all Pakistani's its a movie which will give a very strong push to Pakistani Cinema and Believe me it's a classy movie and comparable to any Bollywood flick level. Hatsoff to the director Haissam Hussain for making a very bubbly and entertaining movie , we want more good movies like this . So my Overall score for Ballu Mahi is 7.2/10 , Acting : 7.5/10 , Music : 10/10 , Direction :8/10 , Cinematography : 10/10 . A Job well done
    9Geeta352

    I Love This Movie!

    A surprisingly good film. One of the best for 2017 . Enjoyed every minute of it. It captured your attention and kept it to the very end. Great action, direction , music, scenery and superb performances by the lead actor and actress. The storyline held from beginning to end. Highly recommend that you watch it! Kudos to everyone involved in the making of this wonderful romantic comedy!
    10zsq4193-736-647235

    Sooo hilarious!

    I never thought of that Lollywood created this film! I couldn't stop laughing while watching this film and beautiful combination between romantic and comedy!

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    • Trivia
      This is Sadaf Kanwal's debut in the Pakistani film industry.
    • Soundtracks
      Rang De Chunar
      Performed by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

      Music composed by Sahir Ali Bagga

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • February 10, 2017 (Pakistan)
    • Country of origin
      • Pakistan
    • Official site
      • Article - The News International
    • Language
      • Urdu
    • Filming locations
      • Lahore, Pakistan
    • Production company
      • Sadia Jabbar Productions
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    • Budget
      • PKR 120,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $24,349
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    • Runtime
      2 hours 30 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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