Success: On a high note

Sanam Marvi documentary wins highest award at Canadian film festival

KARACHI: A documentary based on singer Sanam Marvi’s musical journey was premiered at the Global Community Festival in Toronto, Canada, earlier this October. Directed by filmmaker Tanya Panjwani, the documentary titled Marvi — The Mystic Muse won the festival’s highest recognition, the MADA: Making a Difference Award.

Thanking everyone who supported her on the journey, Panjwani wrote on her Facebook page, “This is only the first step in a much bigger mission to convey the message of peace and love through the voices of poets, artists and musicians in Pakistan. The journey has just begun!”

In an earlier interview with The Express Tribune, Panjwani had said she was determined to spread the message and soul of traditional music through her upcoming documentary. “What I admire is the message Marvi conveys through her music. It’s about the unity of all religions. I think music has the potential to convey such an important message.”

Marvi also seemed glad to be part of the project. “I feel lucky to have been part of this. I thank everyone who knows about my life and career and hope more people will get to be a part of it now.”

While she has plans of showing the documentary in Pakistan as well, Panjwani aims to highlight the stories of more artists in the future. “Down the line, my goal is to put out the journeys of many artists from all walks of life, cultures and religions to highlight their influences, struggles and aspirations.”

Published in The Express Tribune, October 25^th, 2016.

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