Aaj Aur Kal (Urdu: آج اور کل) is a 1976 Pakistani Urdu-language social film directed by S. Suleman. The lead cast included Shabnam, Rahat Kazmi, Nisho, Ghulam Mohiuddin, Qavi, and Lehri. The film was a remake of director Nazir Ajmeri's Paigham (1964). Aaj Aur Kal was a diamond jubilee hit at the box office and won 8 Nigar Awards for different categories, including the "best film" of the year.[1][2] The film was produced by Irfan Malik..
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| آج اور کل | |
| Directed by | S. Suleman |
| Screenplay by | Bashir Niaz |
| Story by | Nazir Ajmeri |
| Produced by | Irfan Malik |
| Starring | |
| Music by | Khalil Ahmed |
Release date |
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| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Urdu |
Cast
edit- Shabnam[3][2]
- Rahat Kazmi[3][2]
- Nisho
- Ghulam Mohiuddin[3][2]
- Qavi[3][2]
- Lehri[3]
- Tamanna
- Najma Mehboob
- Ibrahim Nafees
- Kamal Irani
- Rangeela (guest appearance)[2]
Release and box office
editAaj Aur Kal was released on 9 April 1976. It achieved a diamond jubilee film status by its successful long run at theaters in Pakistan.[3][2][1]
Music and soundtracks
editThe music of Aaj Aur Kal was composed by Khalil Ahmed[3] and songs were penned by Taslim Fazli:[2]
- Aagay AaGay Dekhiye Hota Hay Kya — Singer: Nahid Akhtar
- Dunya Walo, Jahez Ki Laanat, Aaj To Hay, Kya Kal Bhi Rahya Gi — Singer: Noor Jehan[2]
- Ham Ko Mita Sakay Dunya — Singer(s): Naheed AKhtar & Co.
- Pyar Ka Waada Aisay Nibhayen — Singer(s): Mehdi Hassan, Mehnaz[2]
- Zindagani Ka Safar Kabhi Rukta Nahin, Kabhi Gham Kabhi Hay Khushi — Singer: Nayyara Noor
Awards
editAaj Aur Kal won 8 Nigar Awards for the following categories:[4][5]
| Category | Awardee |
|---|---|
| Best film of 1976 | Irfan Malik |
| Best director | S. Suleman |
| Best script writer | Nazir Ajmeri |
| Best screenplay | Bashir Niaz |
| Best supporting actor | Qavi |
| Best sound editor | A.Z. Baig |
| Best comedian | Lehri |
| Best female playback singer | Noor Jehan |
References
edit- ^ a b Rashid, Yaqoob (11 January 2022). "پاکستانی فلموں کا ری میک (a film review of Aaj Aur Kal)". Roznama Jang (Urdu daily newspaper). Retrieved 12 August 2022.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Aaj Aur Kal (1976 film)". Pakistan Film Magazine website. Archived from the original on 17 June 2017. Retrieved 12 August 2022.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Aaj Aur Kal (1976 film)". Complete Index To World Film (CITWF) website. Archived from the original on 21 January 2016. Retrieved 12 August 2022.
- ^ "Pakistan's "Oscars"; The Nigar Awards". Wayback Machine. Archived from the original on 13 June 2020.
- ^ "THE NIGAR AWARDS 1972 - 1986". Wayback Machine. Archived from the original on 25 July 2008.
External links
edit- Aaj Aur Kal at IMDb