Mahira Khan has extended support to Fawad Khan amidst the pending release of his Bollywood movie Abir Gulaal in Pakistan.
As per the schedule, the movie Abir Gulaal was slated to release worldwide on 12 September; however, it was postponed to feature in Pakistan due to some unidentified issues.
As per the latest reports by Indian media, Fawad Khan’s Bollywood movie Abir Gulaal is now scheduled to release in India on 26 September 2025. The decision comes despite heightened tensions and confrontations following the Pahalgam attack. Industry insiders claimed that the completely surprising move to release the film was influenced by the easing of sentiments after the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup cricket match held on 14 September 2025.
This marks a significant development, as the release of films featuring Pakistani actors in India has often been a sensitive issue amid strained bilateral relations.
Fawad Khan has lately opened up about the pressure he endured due to Abir Gulaal.
“I was under immense pressure throughout,” he said, reflecting on the project’s turbulent journey to theatres, marked by both production hurdles and political challenges.
The film, originally scheduled for release on May 9, was first postponed to August 29 before finally premiering on September 12 across 75 countries. However, it continues to remain barred from Indian theatres due to the ongoing prohibition on Pakistani artists.
Taking to her Instagram handle, Mahira Khan shared an upload questioning and condemning Fawad Khan’s Abir Gulaal’s release delay. Saying: ” Fawad Khan Abir Gulaal release worldwide today but its release in Pakistan is pending. Why?
Objecting to the same, Mahira Khan added in the post: ” Exactly! He is our star, our cinemas will benefit from releasing the film too.”
