Bilal Lashari gets praised from across the borders
31 October, 2013
On Monday, renowned Indian film director Ram Gopal Varma Tweeted strong praise for Pakistani filmmaker Bilal Lashari's direction in 'Waar' saying, 'For those asking how I got to see 'Waar', I must confess and apologize that I saw pirated (DVD) as I was unable to resist after hearing about it from many here, Bilal should do a favor to all Indian film directors by sending them copies of the film'.
Basting on impressive haul of almost Rs 13 crore in 13 days, 'Waar' is one of the highest grossing productions in Pakistani film history.
It seems Pakistani directors have made progress where our leaders couldn't. In a warm show of appreciation for Lashari's filmmaking prowess, Ram Gopal Varma says that, 'Bilal Lashari wherever you are in Pakistan, I want to salute you… irrespective of anything else, I am a student of cinema and I am thrilled with your film'.
In a phone conversation between the two filmmakers, RGV mentioned travelling to Pakistan and working with Bilal on possible future productions. At a time where other relations are steered between the two neighbouring countries, it is heartening to hear the appreciation for the arts and special efforts of our filmmakers.
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