A chilling new chapter in Pakistani cinema is quietly taking shape, and it begins with a single, haunting image. Fahad Mustafa, long celebrated for his energetic presence and commercial hits, is stepping into unfamiliar territory this Eidul Azha with Zombeid - a zombie horror film that signals a bold shift in the industry’s storytelling arena.
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The first poster, recently unveiled, offers a glimpse into the film’s eerie world. It doesn’t rely on traditional horror tropes alone, but instead builds unease through the ordinary - a pair of headphones, a mobile phone, a handkerchief, a dumbbell, even a syringe - each stained with blood, arranged almost casually. The title cuts across the frame like a warning, hinting that something deeply unsettling is about to unfold. It’s a visual that lingers, sparking curiosity more than revealing answers.
Fahad Mustafa shares the screen once again with Mehwish Hayat, marking their first collaboration in eight years since Load Wedding. Their pairing, once known for its chemistry in socially driven comedies, now ventures into darker, more unpredictable territory; fans who cherished their previous work are already anticipating how this dynamic will evolve in a horror setting.
Behind the camera, director Nabeel Qureshi returns with a team that has consistently delivered crowd-pleasers. Alongside producer Fizza Ali Meerza, Qureshi reunites with a creative partnership responsible for hits like Na Maloom Afraad and Actor in Law. This familiar synergy, now applied to a genre rarely explored in Pakistani mainstream cinema, raises expectations while also inviting risk.
The timing couldn’t be more fitting. Fahad Mustafa’s recent Eidul Fitr release, Aag Lagay Basti Mein, performed strongly both locally and internationally, reaffirming his box office appeal. With that momentum, his transition into horror feels less like a gamble and more like a calculated leap into new cinematic ground.
