PESHAWAR – The upcoming film Love Guru, starring Humayun Saeed and Mahira Khan, brings a refreshing blend of romance, satire, and cultural richness to Pakistani cinema, Saeed told reporters during a press conference in Peshawar.
Explaining the film’s title, Saeed shared that Mahira plays “Love” while he takes on the role of the “Guru.” “The job of a love guru is to bring hearts together,” he said. On a personal note, he added, “I’ve been married for 29 years; at this stage, it’s just about saying yes to your partner.”
Saeed praised screenwriter Wasiq Chaudhary for weaving political satire into the story. He also emphasized his commitment to cultural authenticity. “I always try to include local languages in my films. This one features a Pashto song, and Mahira’s character comes from a Pashtun family,” he said. According to him, Pashtun audiences have always appreciated cultural representation on screen.
While discussing challenges in the industry, Saeed pointed to a major concern: the steady decline of cinemas across the country. “Many talented people in Pakistan want to make films,” he noted. “But without cinemas, they lose hope. The government must play its part too.”
He appreciated former federal information minister Maryam Aurangzeb for promising support and initiating the creation of a dedicated film fund.
Although another film with the same name existed previously, Saeed clarified that this Love Guru offers an entirely new storyline centered on love and relationships. “It’s a fresh take that will resonate with everyone,” he said. He further revealed, “This is the biggest film of my career in terms of budget.”
On arriving in Peshawar, Saeed said, “This city is even more beautiful than Karachi.” Looking ahead, he expressed his interest in exploring a different genre. “Next, I’d love to make an action film,” he said with a smile.
