Is 'Waar 2' Happening? Shaan Shahid Drops a Hint

Almost a decade has passed since the release of Waar but the film seems to have left an indelible mark on the local movie industry. The film that hit the screens on Eidul Azha in 2013 is credited with having changed the landscape of Pakistani cinema.

Waar, directed by Bilal Lashari and produced and written by Rana, became one of the highest-grossing films of Pakistani cinema and won several awards, including those for ‘Best Film’, ‘Best Director’ and ‘Best Actor’ at last year’s ARY Film Awards. It was said to be the most expensive Pakistani film ever to be made

Now, Waar’s sequel, was earlier announced in December 2015 the year of its release, but we got no news. We heard the shoot was going on in the United Kingdom.

And now, We have some good news for the 'Waar' fans! After a brilliant masterpiece of a movie, Shaan Shahid has been dropping hints at the fans of the sequel and everybody is thrilled!

Shaan Shahid took to his twitter to ask for opinions on 'Waar 2' while also mentioning it was one of its kind and many were eager to know if it is releasing or if its in the works...

We hope there is a Waar 2, at a sensitive time like this, I think we could do with some kind of patriotism especially coming from the powerhouse of acting, the very talented Shaan.

‘Waar 2’ begins filming at K2 base camp

KARACHI: Hassan Waqas Rana’s movies are turning out to be a battle against the elements for the actors. After having shot both aerial and ground sequences, the director decided to put his cast and crew under the test as he filmed an action sequence at the base camp of K2.

Speaking to The Express Tribune, the director of Waar 2 talked about his 20-day experience on the base camp alongside his cast and crew. “The shoot itself lasted around four days while the remaining days were accounted by travel,” he said.

Already serving as the director and producer of the movie, Rana has taken up additional responsibility as Director of Photography (DP) for this spell. Of this decision, he said, “Having already served as DP forYalghaar, I had gathered enough experience so I decided to film the scenes myself.”

Despite serving as the DP at the K2 base camp shoot, Rana clarified he will hand over the reins to someone else once they begin filming in London. “I might shoot the ground sequences, but someone else will shoot the aerial and underwater scenes, as filming such parts is a completely different skill altogether,” he added.

Without divulging details about the nature of the scenes that were shot at the K2 base camp, he revealed that it’s essentially an action sequence involving four foreign actors, who were also professional climbers. “We needed them specifically to film the high-altitude action sequence.”

Waar 2’s trailer is expected to release alongside Yalghaar later this year. Even though filming for Waar 2 will not be finished by the time its trailer is released, Rana said they will make use of the scenes they have shot up till that point.

In a previous interview, Rana had mentioned how he wanted the cast for the sequel of Waar to be a mix of the old and the new guard. “I will take actors, both new and old, for Waar 2, especially Ayub Khoso, Adnan Siddiqui and Humayun Saeed.”

‘Waar 2’ to hit the floors next month

KARACHI: Almost two years have passed since the release of Waar but the film seems to have left an indelible mark on the local movie industry. The film that hit the screens on Eidul Azha in 2013 is credited with having changed the landscape of Pakistani cinema. Now, Waar’s sequel, announced in December the year of its release, is set to begin filming next month in the United Kingdom.

Writer-director of the film’s sequel, Dr Hassan Waqar Rana, told The Express Tribune, “We will shoot the first spell for the film in London by June-end, prior to the release of [our film] Yalghaar.” Rana revealed that Shaan will reprise his role in Waar 2 and will star a host of foreign actors. He will also get assistance from international talent, including camera professionals, for the film.

Although the cast for the sequel is yet to be finalised, the filmmaker stated he was keen on roping in both new and established actors. “I will take actors, both new and old, for Waar 2, especially Ayub Khoso, Adnan Siddiqui and Humayun Saeed,” he stated. “Bilal Ashraf is on-board [with the film] as one of the new talents. Aleeze Nasser has also agreed to be part of the project.” he added. The movie will be shot in a number of locations, including Russia, Yugoslavia, the UK and Turkey.

In a story earlier published in The Express Tribune, Waar 2 was reported to be a collaborative project of Mindworks Media and ARY Films. This is not the only collaborative project between the two companies. Mindworks and ARY will also team up for another movie titled Delta Echo Foxtrot.

Waar, directed by Bilal Lashari and produced and written by Rana, became one of the highest-grossing films of Pakistani cinema and won several awards, including those for ‘Best Film’, ‘Best Director’ and ‘Best Actor’ at last year’s ARY Film Awards.

Sequel of Waar, ‘Waar2 ‘releasing in 2014

Cinema can be a good way to promote country’s image as it promotes the overall image of the country.  Lollywood is improving the quality of films that its making–not only in terms of content such as script and plot but also in terms of production, direction and music. And, flicking through the box office collections, it seems the Pakistani audience around the world is lapping it all up.  Pakistanis seem to find new Pakistani movie fascinating.

Salman Iqbal, President ARY Digital Network and Hassan Rana, CEO Mind Works Media, has signed the joint venture MOU for Pakistani movie, Waar2. One more time the Pakistani cinema industry will be hit by another mega hit ‘Waar 2’. Media giant ARY Films has entered into a joint venture agreement with Mind Works Media to produce “hi-octane” Pakistani movies.

Not only 1, but 2 movies will be releasing in year 2014. The joint venture, which was held at ARY’s Medina City Mall offices, launched “Delta Echo Foxtrot”, an actioner of “courage, sacrifice, patriotism and passion” and “Waar 2” thesequel of the immensely efficacious “Waar ”are set to release in 2014,
“Waar 2” will be helmed by “Waar’s” producer and writer Hasan Rana, and is set to be shot in Pakistan, U.K., Russian, Turkey and Yugoslavia. This sequel will incorporate not only national but also international superstars”.

At the occasion of joint venture, Mr. Salman Iqbal, President and Founder (ARY Digital Network), said “After the super success of Waar and the sound relationship that we have developed with Mind Works Media, it is natural for both companies to bring their expertise together for even bigger and better movies. The fans of Pakistani cinema have proved that if we make a good film, they will watch and appreciate it”.

Commenting on the occasion Dr. Hasan Rana said that “We want all projects to be game changers and we want to push ourselves to the very edge of what is possible. We hope that we can come up to the expectations which the people of Pakistan have with us”.

This is the third association ARY Films has cemented in the last year, making it one of the biggest and the most versatilePakistani cinema game changers in the last decade. ARY Films (including “The Platform”) has so far released Josh – Against the Grain, Main Hoon Shahid Afridi, Lamha, Zinda Bhaag and Waar. Not only that, but the company’s other associations includes a collaboration with Mandviwalla Entertainment focusing on tent-pole commercial feature films, an indie unit “The Platform”, and the recent partnership with Riaz Shahid Films to produce a slate of four motion pictures, including an official sequel to Mahesh Bhatt’s “Arth”

“Waar 2” and “Delta Echo Foxtrot” set to release in joint venture

Salman Iqbal, President ARY DIgital Network and Hassan Rana, CEO Mind Works Media, signing the joint venture MOU at the occasion. - Courtesy Photo

Published 2013-12-08 12:32:08

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KARACHI: In another of the headline grabbing motion picture associations to hit the domestic cinema market in under a month, media giant ARY Films has entered into a joint venture agreement with Mind Works Media to produce “hi-octane” Pakistani movies.

The joint venture, which was held at ARY’s Medina City Mall offices, launched “Delta Echo Foxtrot”, an actioner of “courage, sacrifice, passion and patriotism” set to release in 2014, and “Waar 2” the sequel of the immensely successful “Waar”.

“Waar 2” will be helmed by “Waar’s” producer and writer Hasan Rana, and is set to be shot in Pakistan, U.K., Russian, Turkey and Yugoslavia with “national and international superstars”.

At the occasion Mr. Salman Iqbal, President and Founder, ARY Digital Network said “After the super success of Waar and the sound relationship that we have developed with Mind Works Media, it is natural for both companies to bring their expertise together for even bigger and better movies. The fans of Pakistani cinema have proved that if we make a good film, they will watch and appreciate it”.

Commenting on the occasion Dr. Hasan Rana said that “We want all projects to be game changers and we want to push ourselves to the very edge of what is possible. We hope that we can come up to the expectations which the people of Pakistan have with us”.

This is the third association ARY Films has cemented in the last year, making it one of the biggest and the most versatile Pakistani cinema game changers in the last decade. The company’s other associations includes a collaboration with Mandviwalla Entertainment focusing on tent-pole commercial feature films, an indie unit “The Platform”, and the recent partnership with Riaz Shahid Films to produce a slate of four motion pictures, including an official sequel to Mahesh Bhatt’s “Arth”.

ARY Films (including “The Platform”) has so far released Josh – Against the Grain,Main Hoon Shahid Afridi, Lamha, Zinda Bhaag and Waar.

Waar 2 is officially in the making

Waar’s sequel will be shot all around the world. PHOTO: FILE

KARACHI: 

It seems like everything is heading in the right direction for Pakistani cinema, as the makers of Waar have already announced its sequel, Waar 2. Waarbecame the highest grossing film in Pakistan’s cinematic history when it surpassed the Rs200 million mark at the local box office in November, beating Chooriyan’s record-breaking take when it was released in 1998.

Though the film is yet to be released internationally, with the UAE and the UK being the first likely release regions, the sequel has already been announced for an expected release in 2015.

Waar revolves around the efforts of the Pakistani army and intelligence forces as they try to stop a terrorist attack from occurring within the country. The film stars actors Shaan and Hamza Abbasi.

Representative of ARY films revealed that Waar 2 will not be directed by Bilal Lashari, but by the writer/producer of Waar, Dr Hassan Waqas Rana. The reason behind this directorial change has not been disclosed. Sources close to ARY Films reveal that given the massive success of Waar on Eid 2013, the producers are aiming for an Eid 2015 release for the sequel.

Waar 2 will be a collaboration between Mindworks Media and ARY Films, and is all set to go into production in 2014. The movie will be shot in a number of international locations including Russia, Yugoslavia, UK and Turkey and will cast both local and international actors. However, this is not the only collaborative project between the two companies. Mindworks and ARY will also be collaborating on another movie, Delta Echo Foxtrot. Details of the two projects were shared at a press conference held at the ARY office in Saddar, Karachi on Saturday. Speaking on the occasion, Mr Salman Iqbal, President and founder of ARY Digital Network said, “After the super success of Waar and the sound relationship that we have developed with Mind works Media, it is natural for both companies to bring their expertise together for even bigger and better movies.”

Top-notch directors from both Pakistan and Hollywood will work under the umbrella of this collaboration. Shooting for Delta Echo Foxtrot, the first venture under this collaboration will begin at the end of 2013, with the film slated for a 2014 release. The plot for Delta Echo Foxtrot will centre on the concepts of courage, sacrifice, passion and patriotism. While the cast of this movie is yet to be finalised, it will not only boast top names in the industry, but will also find new faces, auditions for which are currently being held. Further details of both the movies will be shared in the coming weeks.

ARY Films & Mind Works Media Joint Venture WAAR 2 and DELTA ECHO FOXTROT

ARY Films & Mind Works Media taking Pakistani Films to another Level where the collaborative endeavor intends to produce great Pakistani movies that will flourish Pakistan’s cinema industry taking it to international level.

Karachi, December 7: ARY Films & Mind works Media have joined hands to produce Pakistani movies which will compete on international markets with international films to take the local cinema industry to the next level. The collaboration will set off with WAAR 2 and DELTA ECHO FOXTROT for cinema audience setting standards never been set before in Pakistan that will further fuel the revival process of the industry.
Top-notch directors of Pakistan & Hollywood will work under this venture. The shooting for the first venture under this collaboration ‘DELTA ECHO FOXTROT’ will start in the end of December and the film shall be released in 2014. 
The first film of this JV is DELTA ECHO FOXTROT which will be a Hi-Octane action packed roller coaster ride. DELTA ECHO FOXTROT is all about Courage, Sacrifice, Passion and patriotism. The cast of the movie is being finalized and it will not only have top names of the industry but we will also introduce new faces, the auditions of which are being held. Further details of both the movies will be shared in the coming weeks 

The second movie in line is “WAAR 2” which is a sequel of WAAR (The unstoppable movie which broke all previous records of Pakistan Cinema and is all set for its international release in December). WAAR 2 will be another cinematic masterpiece and will be shot in Pakistan, U.K, Russian, Turkey and Yugoslavia. The film will boast both national and international superstars for the first time and the story, visuals and action shall push the outside of the envelope of what is currently possible in this field. It promises to be another cinematic extravaganza.More details on WAAR 2 will be shared in coming months.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Salman Iqbal, President and Founder, ARY Digital Network said “After the super success of WAAR and the sound relationship that we have developed with Mind works Media , it is natural for both companies to bring their expertise together for even bigger & better movies. The fans of Pakistani cinema have proved that if we make a good film, they will watch and appreciate it. I am sure that our new joint ventures WAAR 2 and Delta Echo Foxtrot with Mind works Media will bring even more spectacular entertainment to the cinema screens of Pakistan and beyond!”
Talking about the collaboration, Dr. Hassan Rana said that, the Work ethic and the professional approach of ARY Team makes them our natural strategic Allies. The primary goal of both the companies is to develop Pakistani cinema and make films which can compete successfully on an international stage. We want all projects to be the game changers and we want to push ourselves to the very edge of what is possible, we just hope that we can come up to the expectations which the people of Pakistan have with us”

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Jerjees Seja, CEO, ARY Digital Network said “Things are really positive on the Pakistani cinema front. At a time when WAAR is going global under the ARY Films banner, it is exciting to announce two joint venture movies with Mind works Media a company which has proven to be the very best in Pakistan. ARY Films is now poised to develop the market furthermore and create synergies with our partners to produce, promote and distribute films that have the magic to which all cinema goers are attracted” 

Pakistani Cinema Industry is now flourishing where our very own Pakistani movies provided quality entertainment leaving the audience enthralled. The recent accomplishments of MEIN HOON SHAHID AFRIDI, ZINDA BHAAG and WAAR has set the way forward and seeing the success of recent movies, this partnership is set to bring global acclaim to the rising Pakistani Cinema Industry.