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Pakistan’s first zombie horror film ‘Zombeid’ sparks nationwide buzz

By Our Correspondent
May 03, 2026
A poster of the Film Zombeid.—Instagram@thelollywoodpictures/File
A poster of the Film 'Zombeid'.—Instagram@thelollywoodpictures/File

KARACHI: Geo Films and Filmwala Pictures are set to bring an exciting new film, Zombeid, which is scheduled for release on Eid-ul-Azha. The film promises to take audiences into a world of fear, suspense, and intense action.

The film stars renowned actor Fahad Mustafa and leading actress Mehwish Hayat, who will be seen together for the first time in unique and surprising roles.

Their performances are expected to showcase a new dimension of acting in a blend of action, horror, and survival thriller genres.

Directed by Nabeel Qureshi, who has previously delivered highly successful films for Pakistani cinema, this project marks his entry into a completely different genre, offering audiences a fresh and gripping storyline. The story revolves around a deadly zombie outbreak in Pakistan, leading to chaos across cities and a desperate fight for survival. Each scene has been crafted with precision and visual appeal, aiming to keep viewers on the edge of their seats throughout the film.

Film critics believe that “Zombeid” will not only introduce a new trend of horror and thriller films in Pakistani cinema but also achieve significant success at the box office. Ever since the first glimpse of the film was released, audiences have been eagerly awaiting its arrival. It is worth mentioning that Geo Films has previously presented several blockbuster and critically acclaimed films, including “Khuda Kay Liye,” “Bol,” “Teefa in Trouble,” “The Legend of Maula Jatt,” “Donkey King,” and “The Glassworker”.