Delhi Gate (film)
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| Directed by | Nadeem Cheema |
| Written by | M. Kamal Pasha |
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| Cinematography | M. A. Mustafa |
| Music by | Sanvel Khan M. Meesam Ali (assistant) |
Production companies | Sky Fall Films Nadeem Cheema Films |
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| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Urdu |
Delhi Gate is a 2026 Pakistani romantic comedy action film directed by Nadeem Cheema with a story written by M. Kamal Pasha. The film follows two strangers, Aamir, a struggling journalist, and Anya, a software engineer with a secret, who cross paths at the iconic Delhi Gate, of the Walled City of Lahore, Pakistan. After witnessing a shocking event, they become entangled in a conspiracy that links powerful figures to a dangerous underground network. The film stars Jawed Sheikh, Shafqat Cheema, Roma Michael, Khalid Butt, Yasser Khan, and Suzain Fatima.[1][2][3]
Cast
- Jawed Sheikh
- Shafqat Cheema
- Roma Michael as Anya
- Khalid Butt
- Yasser Khan
- Suzain Fatima
- DJ Fluke
- DJ Henaary
Production
Originally, the cast consisted of Saud, Rashid Mehmood and Umer Cheema, but some of the cast members were later replaced.[4] The film was made in the city of Lahore, the first in a long time as most filmmaking had moved to Karachi from Lahore.[5]
Release
The film's release was announced for 2020, but because of the COVID-19 pandemic it was delayed.[6] In 2022, Shamoon Abbasi revealed that the film will be released in mid-2022.[7] The film is scheduled for a nationwide theatrical release across Pakistan on Eid ul Fitr 2026, Delhi Gate Film Distributed Nationwide by Empire Productions.[8] The film was released in Pakistani cinemas during Eid al-Fitr 2026, alongside other local releases including Aag Lagay Basti Mein and Bullah.[9][10]
Reception
Critical response
Writing for Youlin Magazine, Aroosh Ammad offered a critical review of Delhi Gate, noting that despite its visually appealing cinematography and setting in the historic Walled City of Lahore, the film suffered from a convoluted narrative and weak character development. Fatima observed that while the movie attempted to blend romance, action, and local culture, it was burdened by an overcrowded cast and disjointed pacing that diminished its overall impact.[11] Writing for Dawn, Muhammad Suhayb noted that, Nadeem Cheema's film Delhi Gate suffered from severe production delays after starting in 2020, ultimately struggling to make an impact at the box office upon its eventual Eid ul-Fitr release. Suhayb also noted that, the film was primarily marked by tragic off-screen events, featuring posthumous appearances and contributions from key figures who passed away prior to its release, including veteran actors Qavi Khan and Khalid Butt, as well as screenwriter Muhammad Kamal Pasha.[12]
References
- ↑ "Poster of 'Delhi Gate' by Nadeem Cheema unveiled". Gulf News. November 2018.
- ↑ Mirza, Muhammad Umer (18 January 2019). "Filmstar Saud To Star In Upcoming Film Delhi Gate". Celeb Dhaba. Archived from the original on 27 September 2021. Retrieved 18 May 2019.
- ↑ Abbas, Afshan (3 December 2018). "Shamoon Abbasi clarifies he is not a part of Nadeem Cheema's 'Delhi Gate'". HIP. Archived from the original on 8 March 2023. Retrieved 18 May 2019.
- ↑ "Upcoming film 'Delhi Gate' aims to revive Lahore's film industry". Daily Times. 17 July 2019. Retrieved 28 March 2022.
- ↑ "'Delhi Gate' brings the romance to Lahore". Gulf News. 1 June 2020.
- ↑ "Shamoon Abbasi announces Delhi Gate for 2020". The News. 2 January 2020.
- ↑ "Wait is over: 'Delhi Gate' to enthral cinemagoers this year". Minute Mirror. 12 January 2022.
- ↑ "Spotlight: Getting on Eid ul Fitr again". Dawn. Retrieved 11 February 2026.
- ↑ Salman, Peerzada (20 March 2026). "Three Pakistani films set to hit cinema screens on Eid". Dawn. Retrieved 28 May 2026.
- ↑ "Dubai dreams, dodgy heists and big laughs: 'Aag Lagey Basti Mein' returns to cinemas on popular demand". The Express Tribune.
- ↑ Ammad, Aroosh. "Film Review: Delhi Gate". Youlin Magazine. Retrieved 28 July 2026.
- ↑ Suhayb, Muhammad (5 April 2026). "FLASHBACK: DEATH AND THE FILM". Dawn. Retrieved 28 July 2026.
External links
- Delhi Gate at IMDb