Sarmad Khoosat’s film 'Lali' to premiere at 76th Berlin International Film Festival

The film features Mamya Shahjaffar in an ensemble cast with music by Star Shah and Abdullah Siddiqui

Sarmad Khoosat’s upcoming film Lali is set to have its world premiere at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival. One of the world’s largest public film festivals, the Berlinale will take place in Berlin, Germany, from February 12 to 22, 2026.

The announcement was made through a post on the film’s official Instagram account, where the makers confirmed Lali’s selection for the festival and shared a brief message of gratitude.

 

 

 

 

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Lali stars Mamya Shahjaffar in the lead and features an ensemble cast that includes Rasti Farooq and Meher Bano, alongside several other actors.

The film includes original songs by Punjabi hip-hop artist Star Shah, best known for 2AM from Coke Studio Season 15, with the background score composed by Abdullah Siddiqui.

Produced as a collaboration between Khoosat Films and Dubai-based Enso Studios, Lali also lists Joyland director Saim Sadiq and actor Tooba Siddiqui among its executive producers.

The Berlinale selection follows Khoosat’s Best Director win at the DC South Asian Film Festival in 2023 for Kamli, continuing the filmmaker’s strong presence on international festival circuits.

With its world premiere scheduled in Berlin, Lali becomes the latest Pakistani film to debut at a major international festival, reflecting the continued global visibility of Pakistani cinema.