While audiences watched them battle zombies and navigate chaos on the big screen, the atmosphere behind the cameras was a lot lighter for Mehwish Hayat and Fahad Mustafa.
The stars of Zombeid, Pakistan’s much-talked-about zombie thriller, recently gave fans a glimpse into the fun and friendship that fueled the film’s production. Mehwish took to Instagram to share a collection of behind-the-scenes moments from the set, offering a refreshing look at the camaraderie that developed while filming one of the country's most ambitious cinematic projects.
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Released on Eidul Azha, Zombeid quickly emerged as one of the most discussed Pakistani films of the holiday season. The movie, which blends horror, action and comedy, has been widely recognized as Pakistan’s first major zombie thriller and continues to attract audiences in cinemas across the country.
In her latest social media post, Mehwish shared a series of candid photographs and videos featuring herself and Fahad Mustafa. Since much of the film takes place inside a gym, several images showed the actors dressed in workout gear, laughing and enjoying breaks between scenes.
Among the highlights were snapshots of the pair riding a motorcycle together, Mehwish posing beside a bright yellow car, and a playful video showing the co-stars holding hands while suspended from a rope ladder during filming. The cheerful moments offered a sharp contrast to the high-stakes survival story portrayed on screen.
Reflecting on their experience, Mehwish referenced their characters, Zara and Wali, and revealed that the real story behind the cameras was filled with laughter rather than fear.
