Mehreen Jabbar’s directorial Farar is set to head to the DC South Asian Film Festival

Following its successful reception at the recently concluded Chicago South Asian Film Festival, Mehreen Jabbar’s directorial venture, “Farar,” is set to make its debut at another film festival, the DC South Asian Film Festival, scheduled for December 3.

The drama series, produced by Applause Entertainment and Zindagi, boasts a stellar cast including Sarwat Gilani, Mariam Saleem, and Maha Hasan. With its compelling narrative and outstanding performances, “Farar” aims to captivate audiences. Both director Mehreen Jabbar and actor Maha Hasan will represent the film at the festival, hosted at the American University School of Communication Doyle-Forman Theater.

“Farar” is a six-part series narrating the experiences of three independent women navigating the complexities of modern life. The series addresses universal human themes of friendship, love, and personal growth while tackling societal pressures, identity, taboos, and body shaming.

Mehreen Jabbar, recognized as one of Pakistan’s leading directors, expressed her excitement about the series premiering at the DC Film Festival, a city known for its vibrant South Asian community and a festival dedicated to diverse storytelling. She remarked, “The anticipation of our series premiering at the DC Film Festival is truly exciting. This dynamic city not only embraces a vibrant South Asian community but also hosts a festival known for championing diverse storytelling. In a time where divisions persist, it’s uplifting to witness the union of two major South Asian nations in the spirit of storytelling at the DC festival.”

Now in its 12th year, the DC South Asian Festival celebrates and honors outstanding alternative cinema from India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, and Sri Lanka. “Farar” stands out as the only web series in the drama category, exploring intricate relationships and individual evolution, promising to be a highlight of the festival.

Shailja Kejriwal, Chief Creative Officer (Special Projects) at Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., commented on this significant milestone, saying, “From Farar’s successful Chicago debut to its significant move to DCSAFF, it’s indeed been a remarkable journey. The Zindagi and Applause Entertainment partnership reflects our shared dedication to diverse narratives. We’re excited to witness how the audiences embrace our storytelling.”