Auditions were held at the Make Talent office in Lahore’s Defence area, attracting a large number of young men and women eager to showcase their acting abilities.
Senior actors Nair Ejaz and Qaiser Piya, along with director Abu Aleeha and producers Samad Ariz and Safdar Malik, were among those who conducted the auditions.
Speaking to the media, the filmmakers stressed the importance of encouraging emerging talent and said Pakistan had no shortage of capable performers who simply needed opportunities and proper guidance.
They expressed confidence that their joint efforts would introduce fresh faces and new talent to the Pakistani film industry.
Abu Aleeha praised Samad Ariz as a promising new addition to Pakistan's film production scene, saying he was fortunate to have the support of experienced producer Safdar Malik.
Samad Ariz said he was impressed by the young participants and announced plans to establish an academy to train and develop emerging performers.
He also revealed that both films would be shot in the United Kingdom, adding that candidates selected through the auditions would be taken to the UK to participate in the productions.
Well-known artists Qaiser Piya and Nair Ejaz were also present on the occasion.