
Adiala (2021)
Director: Bilal Yousufzai
Cast: Saleem Mairaj, Faizan Sheikh
Language: Urdu
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Release: July 9, 2021 (United Arab Emirates premiere; Pakistan release around same period)
IMDb Rating: 7.3/10
Runtime: 46 minutes
Storyline: Undercover agent Shabbar infiltrates Rawalpindi’s notorious Adiala Jail to expose the links between prominent politician Sagheer Memon and a powerful money-laundering and drug-trafficking mafia operating inside and outside the prison. As Shabbar maneuvers the perilous prison environment, he faces moral dilemmas, hidden loyalties, and violent threats.
Review: The short thriller is praised for its tight, intense narrative and strong performances—particularly by Saleem Mairaj—though some viewers mention its brevity leaves limited character depth.
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