
VIP (2023)
Director: Rana Kamran (debut)
Cast: Haris Kamal (Zach), Nimra Shahid, Saleem Mairaj, Mohammed Ehteshamuddin, Akhtar Hasnain, Irfan Motiwala, Saife Hasan, Gul‑e‑Rana
Language: Urdu
Genre: Comedy, Political Satire
Release: June 28, 2023 (Pakistan – Eid ul Azha)
IMDb Rating: Not yet rated
Runtime: 2 hours 17 minutes
Storyline: Lower-middle-class Haris, nicknamed “Zach,” is chosen by power‑hungry elites to become Karachi’s next mayor—but only if he finishes high school first. Amid quirky election schemes, school shenanigans, and budding romance with teacher Rukhsana (Nimra), Zach unwittingly becomes a puppet caught between corrupt forces and his own moral compass.
Review: A silly yet entertaining debut praised for its high-concept satire, vibrant production, and standout performances by Saleem Mairaj and Ehtashamuddin. However, Haris Kamal’s amateur lead performance and the film’s overlong school subplot received criticism.
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