Karachi: The critically acclaimed and ticket office hit Pakistani horror film Deemak has officially been invited to participate in the prestigious Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Film Festival 2025 to be held in Yongchuan, Chongqing, China from July 3 to 7, 2025.
Organized under the rotating presidency of China for SCO, the festival brings together 10 Member States and two observer states to promote cultural cooperation through cinema.
Geos Film “Deemak” is shown among films from all over the region as part of the festival’s theme: “Film & Technology – Charm of the SCO.”
The festival is co-hosted by China Film Administration and Chongqing Municipal People’s Government and aims to highlight technological advances in SCO’s film industries, including a wide range of events such as film screenings, competitions, exhibitions and international collaborative forums.
Author-Instructor Rafay Rashdi, who has officially been invited to participate, noted: “It is an honor for Deemak to represent Pakistani cinema on such a respected international platform.”
“This committee emphasizes the growing recognition of horror narrative that is rooted in South Asian folklore, and we are proud to share a unique local story with global audience.”
The host committee will cover the trip return travel and accommodation during the festival in Chongqing. Deemak continues its international festival driving after his successful theater release in Pakistan.
Pakinomist Films has previously presented several masterpieces, including Khuda Kay Liye, Bol, Teefa in trouble, The Legend of Maula Jatt, Donkey King and The Glassworker.
