Punjab to establish first film city with world class studios, other facilities: CM Maryam

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced that the provincial government will establish the "first of its kind Punjab Film City in Lahore bringing the glory of filmmaking back to Lahore and Punjab."

In a post on X, she said that the project was conceived nearly two years ago and shaped through continuous consultations with filmmakers, producers, and actors, adding that this unprecedented project will create a sovereign, end to end pipeline for content creation in Pakistan.

"Punjab Film City will feature world class studios and sound stages, advanced VFX and post-production labs, diverse backlots with a central lake, a purpose built convention hall for international award shows, integrated media trade hubs, and a film & music school along with dedicated safety and emergency response infrastructure and a vibrant entertainment district," she wrote.

"By reducing reliance on foreign production services, this initiative will empower local talent, create thousands of jobs, and position Pakistan as a global hub for creative excellence."

Tweet by Maryam Nawaz Sharif

She said that her vision was to transform Punjab into a global destination for technology, innovation, heritage and culture. "Punjab Film City is a gift to our youth and artists," she added. 

"A space where their dreams can take flight and the true, vibrant face of Pakistan is showcased to the world."