''Babylicious'' is a Pakistani romantic comedy film written, directed and produced by Essa Khan under the banner Coconut Entertainment Pakistan. It stars former couple

Shehroz Sabzwari Shehroz Sabzwari ( ur, شہروز سبزواری) is a Pakistani actor and model who is known for his role in the film ''Khulay Aasman Ke Neechay'' directed by Javed Sheikh. He has the lead role in the 2016 television drama series Deewana produ ...

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, the film is shot extensively in Manama, Bahrain and Karachi, Pakistan. The movie is ex-couples' first time out on the big screen after their separation. ''Babylicious'' is scheduled for theatrical release on 27 June 2023, coinciding with Eid al-Adha.

Premise

A hopeless romantic takes on the world to break up his ex-girlfriend's wedding and win her back.

Cast

* Shehzeen Rahat * Aadi Adeal Amjad *

Sabeena Syed Sabeena Syed is a Pakistani actress, model and former author. Syed started her acting career with television serials. Her debut show was Hum TV's romantic drama ''Yaqeen Ka Safar'' (2017). She made her film debut with a supporting role in ''Parw ...

Laila Wasti Laila Wasti is a Pakistani actress and director. She is known for her roles in dramas ''Qurban'', '' Dil Ruba'', '' Daldal'', '' Hum Kahan Ke Sachay Thay'', '' Sun Yaara'' and '' Dunk''. Early life Laila was born on 3 June 1977 in Karachi, Pak ...

* Aamir Qureshi * Mani Salman Saquib

Production

The film was officially announced by Syra Yousuf and Shahroz Sabzwari on Valentine's Day post on Instagram in 2018, when they posted a BTS from their then untitled film. In an interview, Yousuf stated that she committed to the project after listening to the film's soundtrack. Principal photography of the film commenced in 2018. The first schedule took place in Karachi, before moving to Bahrain. The film was slated for a possible Eid release in 2019, but due to delays in filming and the COVID-19 pandemic, the film's release was postponed.

Marketing

The title of the film was announced on 15 December 2022, along with a first look. The official teaser was released online by Coconut Entertainment on 22 December 2022 to rave reviews. ''The Express Tribune'' described ''Babylicious'' teaser "as sweet as one romantic film can be". The official film trailer was released on 11 January 2023.

Music & Soundtrack

The film album is primarily composed by Adrian David. The first single, titled "Mann Ranjhan", was released on 30 December 2022. Pop culture website Something Haute hailed the song "a memorable addition to the list of melodious love songs from Pakistani films." The second single, titled "Ghazab Kurriye", accompanied by its music video was released on 14 February 2023. The music video of the song made waves for its production design, costumes and choreography with more than one publication labeling it the wedding anthem of the year. The music is produced by

Kashan Admani Kashan Admani ''(Full name: Muhammad Kashan Admani) (Urdu: کاشان ادمانی)'' is a Pakistani musician, composer, music producer, film producer, film director, guitar player, founder of music band Mizmaar, and the CEO of Dream Station Prod ...

. The complete soundtrack was released on May 21, 2023, receiving positive reviews from the critics. Babylicious' songs are based on love, passion, and longing.

Release

The film was initially scheduled to release on 10 February 2023. However it is now postponed to 27 June 2023, coinciding with the Eid festival.

References

External links

* {{IMDb title, 24638438 2023 films Pakistani romantic comedy films Unreleased Pakistani films Urdu-language Pakistani films Upcoming films 2020s Urdu-language films