ISLAMABAD: Pakistani actress Dananeer Mobeen has received the Best Actress award at an international film ceremony in Moscow, Russia, for her performance in the film Mera Lyari.
She was honoured at the second Eurasian Film Awards, also known as the Diamond Butterfly Awards, where filmmakers and performers from different countries gathered to celebrate achievements in cinema.
The award recognises her leading role in the production directed by Pakistani filmmaker Abu Aleeha. The achievement has also brought international attention to a film that highlights the culture, traditions and everyday experiences of Lyari.
The story explores the community’s social life, sporting heritage and family relationships while addressing themes of women’s empowerment. Through its central character, the production presents a different perspective on a neighbourhood often associated with its football culture.
The supporting cast includes veteran performers Nair Ejaz and Samia Mumtaz, who portray the lead character’s parents. Ayesha Omar also appears in the film as a football coach.
Pakistan had two productions represented in the international competition. Alongside Mera Lyari, Welcome to Punjab also received a nomination. The latter was produced by Safdar Malik and directed by Shehzad Rafique.
The participation of both films provided an opportunity for Pakistani filmmakers to introduce their work to an international audience and showcase different aspects of the country’s storytelling.
The Diamond Butterfly Awards bring together cinema professionals from various countries and recognise achievements across the film industry. Receiving an acting honour at the event marks an important milestone for the Pakistani production and its cast.
Dananeer first became widely recognised through social media before moving into television and film acting. Her latest achievement adds an international award to her growing entertainment career.
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The recognition of Mera Lyari also highlights the potential of locally inspired stories to connect with audiences beyond Pakistan. Its focus on community identity, sports and women’s experiences offers an opportunity to present a broader picture of Pakistani society through cinema.
