Fahad Mustafa goes into zombie mode as first poster drops for horror film with Mehwish Hayat

Fahad Mustafa is returning to the big screen this Eidul Azha with Zombeid, a zombie horror film that marks a genre shift for Pakistani mainstream cinema. The film also marks the actor's on-screen reunion with Mehwish Hayat, eight years after Load Wedding.

The filmmaker has reunited with frequent collaborator Fizza Ali Meerza for the project, continuing a creative partnership that has delivered several commercial hits. The actors' return as a pair is likely to draw strong audience interest, particularly given the film’s unconventional genre.

The poster has already sparked conversation online, with fans expressing excitement over the genre shift. Many users praised Mustafa’s continued presence in mainstream cinema while others called the upcoming release one of the most anticipated projects of the year.

Adding to the buzz, Hayat also celebrated her birthday on set, sharing moments with stylist Rao Ali Khan and fellow actor and makeup artist Waqar Hussain.

With Zombeid, the team behind the project appears set to test new ground, while audiences will be watching closely to see if Pakistani cinema is ready to embrace horror on a larger scale.