Overview
- Mera Lyari, which opens Friday in Pakistani cinemas, has no release announced for India.
- At the UK Asian Film Festival, lead actor Dananeer Mobeen said calling the film a reply to India’s Dhurandhar would be a “disservice.”
- Recent London promotions drew mixed online reaction to Mobeen’s grey tweed outfit, with both criticism and support on social media.
- At a Karachi event, Ayesha Omar said the film showcases Lyari’s warmth and football roots using local players, and she described feeling safe while filming there.
- Producers credited Sindh government grants and official social promotion with supporting a story they say aims to break stereotypes by centering sport and local women.