Set in London, Before Nikkah follows two British Pakistanis who go on a blind date, as they prepare for a prospective arranged marriage. The date doesn’t start off well, as they are initially apprehensive. However, fate conspires to keep the couple together for the whole day. And as they get to know each other, their experience heralds some unexpected consequences. Paying homage to Richard Linklater’s Before Sunrise, Zafar’s film is a soulful and charming romantic comedy that will leave you falling in love with the two leads.
Followed by a Q&A with director Haider Zafar and lead actors Sasha Vadher, & Aakash Shukal