Jawani Phir Nahi Ani

Jawani Phir Nahi Ani

Official film poster
جوانی پھر نہیں آنی
Directed by Nadeem Baig
Produced by Salman Iqbal
Humayun Saeed
Shahzad Nasib
Jarjees Seja
Written by Vasay Chaudhry
Starring Humayun Saeed
Hamza Ali Abbasi
Ahmad Ali Butt
Vasay Chaudhry
Sohai Ali Abro
Music by Shani Arshad
Edited by Rizwan AQ
Production
company
Distributed by ARY Films
Release dates
  • September 25, 2015 (2015-09-25)
Country Pakistan
Language Urdu
Box office ₨46.44 crore (US$4.6 million)(worldwide)[1]

Jawani Phir Nahi Ani is a 2015 Pakistani adventure comedy film directed by Nadeem Baig and co-produced by Humayun Saeed,[2] Salman Iqbal, Shahzad Nasib and Jarjees Seja under production banner Six Sigma Plus. The film stars Humayun Saeed, Hamza Ali Abbasi, Ahmad Ali Butt, Vasay Chaudhry, Mehwish Hayat and Sohai Ali Abro in lead roles.[3] The supporting cast includes Javed Sheikh, Ismail Tara, Bushra Ansari, Ayesha Khan, Sarwat Gillani and Uzma Khan.

The film was distributed by ARY Films.[4] The film was released on September 25, 2015[5] in cinemas worldwide.[6] The film became the biggest opening of all time in Pakistan as it was released on 80 screens.[7] The film received mixed reviews from critics but became a runaway success at the box office grossing over ₨ 470 million, eventually becoming the highest-grossing Pakistani film worldwide, adjusted for inflation, beating out Choorian that had held the record for more than a decade.[8]

Plot outline

The movie revolves around three childhood friends, Saif (Hamza Ali Abbasi), Sheikh (Vasay Chaudhry) and Pervez (Ahmad Ali Butt), who are married and settled in their lives but are afraid of their wives. Their friend Sherry (Humayun Saeed), a divorce lawyer, returns to Pakistan from US to meet them, only to discover that their lives are literally miserable because of their wives. Hence, he decides to take his friends to a boys trip to Bangkok to add some spice and excitement to their life.

In Bangkok Sherry meets a girl, Marina (Mehwish Hayat), daughter of a syndicate Bichchhi Don (Ismail Tara), who falls in love with him. When Sherry learns about her father and the syndicate he decides to cut short their trip and run away from Marina. Furthermore, on the 11th hour, their secret is out when the trio of wives show up in Bangkok and raid the hotel they’re staying at. Sherry puts the blame on his friends by telling their wives that the trip was their idea and not his. This results in their wives asking them for a divorce as they had lost all trust in their husbands. After a few months, the three friends come across the news that Sherry is getting married to Zoya (Sohai Ali Abro), billionaire Mehboob Khan’s (Javed Sheikh) daughter in Lahore. Zoya the quintessential nouveau riche kid, who insists on speaking in highly accented English and abbreviated expressions like OMG (oh my God) enjoys spending her father's money carelessly without any hesitation while her mother (Bushra Ansari) is constantly worried about her attitude. The plot takes a very interesting turn when the three friends arrive at Sherry's wedding.

Cast

Cameo appearances

Production

Filming

The film was shot in various places of Thailand including Bangkok, Pattaya and Coral Island.[9] And few scenes were shot in Karachi. Film shooting wraped up in Karachi on June 5, 2015 resulting the begin of post-production phase. The film producer/actor commented "The final day of the shoot was quite tough as it was very hot in Karachi so it was a relief that it went smoothly. Hamza Ali Abbasi, Ahmed Butt, Vasay Chaudhry and I also got our faces clean-shaved for the final portion which was quite fun. The entire team including cast members, the crew and myself are very happy with the final results and excited to see the feedback from audiences now”.[10][11][12]

Marketing

On March 31, 2015 the first look teaser trailer released by ARY Films on ARY Digital Network.[13] Film's theatrical trailer was revealed on August 15.[14] Video promo of song Jalwa sung by Sana Zulfiqar and Sahir Ali Bagga was released on August 26. Five theatrical posters of film featuring main cast were revealed by ARY Films official Facebook page on August 29. Two days later, another song named Khul Jaye Botal was released on TV channels under ARY Digital Network. Another trailer edited by Bilal Lashari was revealed on September 18. Film cast attended several morning shows including Morning with Juggan on September 18 and Good Morning Pakistan on Eid-Al-Adha.

Soundtrack

The film's music album consists of 6 songs. Soundtrack album was released on Saavn.[15]

Jawani Phir Nahi Ani[16]
No. TitleSinger(s) Length
1. "Khul Jaye Botal"  Mika Singh, Tehreem Muniba, Shani Haider 05:28
2. "Dance The Party"  Ali Gul Pir, Shuja Haider 05:26
3. "Jalwa"  Sana Zulfiqar, Sahir Ali Bagga 05:41
4. "Jay Mundiya"  Sana Zulfiqar, Shani Haider 04:58
5. "Aisa Jorh Hai"  Sara Raza Khan, Nabeel Shaukat Ali 05:19
6. "Jawani Phir Nahi Ani"  Ahmad Ali Butt, Faiza Mujahid, Noor Jahan 04:11
Total length:
 45:57

Release

Jawani Phir Nahi Ani was premiered in Cine Star IMAX Theater Lahore on September 19, 2015 for selected media personnel and celebrities.[17] The premiere in Lahore was also attended by Bollywood's film director/writer/producer Mahesh Bhatt.[18] The premiere in Karachi was held on September 20, 2015.[19]

The film was also premiered in Dubai on September 23 and in New York the next day. Chicago premier held on September 26 and Los Angeles on September 27.[20]

Reception

Box office

Jawani Phir Nahi Ani collected Rs. 3 million through late Thursday night public premieres across major cinemas in Pakistan. The film opened to full occupancy across Pakistan on Eid-ul-Azha (25 September 2015), collecting approximately Rs. 20.7 million on opening day,[21] beating the Rs. 18 million record of Furious 7.[22] It also beat the opening day record of Dhoom 3 by around 15%.[23] It collected Rs. 26.8 million on its second day at the box office, shattering previous 2-day domestic box office records, bringing its 2-day total (coupled with Thursday night previews) to approx. Rs. 50 million.[24] JPNA continued its box office success throughout the weekend, reeling in over Rs. 27 million on the first Sunday of its release, bringing its opening weekend totals to Rs. 77.3 million.[25][26] The overseas collection of film was 2.5 crore in its first weekend.[27] In its first week, the film grossed over Rs. 136.8 million, breaking the record for highest domestic first week totals.[28] Film's second weekend collection was Rs. 50 million.[29] By its third weekend, the film had collected Rs. 265 million at the Pakistani boxoffice, becoming the highest grossing film in Pakistan.[30] The film had grossed Rs. 352.5 million at the end of its third week, becoming the highest-grossing Pakistani film worldwide.[31] The film ended its run with a total of Rs. 470 million, beating out Waar to become the highest grossing Pakistani film worldwide, adjusted for inflation.[1]

Critical reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics in Pakistan: Rafay Mahmood of The Express Tribune rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and given the verdict as "For all its flaws, JPNA is a thoroughly entertaining film that will reward you if you don’t think it out too much."[32] Asim Malik of Daily Times wrote "This flick is a complete package and every one made sure that the details are covered."[33] Salima Feerasta of DAWN.com reviewed film as "Despite its flaws, JPNA is an out-and-out entertainer. An engaging blend of slapstick, spoofs and wit, the film is easy on the eye and an undemanding crowd-pleaser. Definitely worth the price of admission."[34]

Naveen Qazi of Siddy Says rated 4.5/5 stars and verdicts as "Staunch religious views and conservative mind-set should be left at home."[35] Momin Ali Munshi of Galaxy Lollywood rated 3.8 and wrote "Jawani Phir Nahi Ani is an outright commercial film which scores full marks on the entertainment meter."[36]

Accolades

At 2nd ARY Film Awards, Jawani Phir Nahi Ani received the highest nominations with nineteen. The Jury and Technical awards are yet to be announced.

Ceremony Date Category Recipient Result Reference
ARY Film Awards February 18, 2016 Best Film Pending
[37]
Best Director Nadeem Baig
Best Actor Humayun Saeed
Best Actress Mehwish Hayat
Sohai Ali Abro
Best Supporting Actor Hamza Ali Abbasi
Ahmed Ali Butt
Vasay Chaudhry
Best Supporting Actress Aisha Khan
Sarwat Gilani
Best Star Debut Male Ahmed Ali Butt
Vasay Chaudhry
Best Star Debut Female Sarwat Gilani
Best Actor in a Comic Role Bushra Ansari
Ahmed Ali Butt
Best Actor in a Negative Role Ismail Tara
Best Playback Singer - Female Sana Zulfiqar
Best Playback Singer - Male Mika Singh

See also

References

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  15. ↑ "JPNA soundtrack album". Saavn. Retrieved 25 September 2015.
  16. ↑ "Tamasha (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) on iTunes". iTunes Store. Retrieved 10 October 2015.
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  18. ↑ "President ARY Network Salman Iqbal, Mahesh Bhatt attend JPNA Lahore premier". arynews.tv. Retrieved 2015-11-21.
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  29. ↑ "Jawani Phir Nahi 12 Days Official Business :: Crosses 20cr". BOD. Retrieved 8 October 2015.
  30. ↑ "JPNA becomes Pakistan’s highest-grossing film". tribune. Retrieved 13 October 2015.
  31. ↑ "Jawani Phir Nahi Breaks All Time Worldwide Record In Pakistan". BOD. Retrieved 18 October 2015.
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  33. ↑ "‘Jawani Phir Nahi Aani’ delivers what it promises". Daily Times (Asim Malik). Retrieved 25 September 2015.
  34. ↑ "Jawani Phir Nahin Aani is a drunk desi uncle on the dance floor". DAWN.com (Salima Feerasta). Retrieved 25 September 2015.
  35. ↑ "Bangkok and brazen banters". Siddy Says. Naveen Qazi. Retrieved 25 September 2015.
  36. ↑ "Jawani Phir Nahi Ani ( Review): This laugh out loud riot is the definition of good commercial cinema". Galaxy Lollywood. Momin Ali Munshi. Retrieved 25 September 2015.
  37. ↑ "The nominations for the ARY Film Awards are out, with many stunning debut actors, directors and musicians vying for the coveted awards.". ARY News. February 7, 2016. Retrieved February 7, 2016.

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