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The Next Salahuddin
[edit]The Next Salahuddin is a 2025 Pakistani first AI feature film produced using artificial intelligence–assisted filmmaking techniques. The film was written and directed by Farhan Siddiqui and produced by Ustadh Asim Ismail. It is presented by Jinn TV. The film was produced in Karachi, Pakistan, and released theatrically on 19 December 2025.[1] [2]
The film draws thematic inspiration from the historical legacy of Salahuddin Ayyubi and places it within a contemporary fictional narrative focused on humanitarian conflict.[3]
Synopsis
[edit]The Next Salahuddin follows the fictional character Yousuf, a young resident of a conflict zone, as he navigates the challenges of war, displacement, and loss. The story uses symbolic visual storytelling rather than direct historical depiction to explore themes of resilience and moral leadership.[4] [5] [6]
Production
[edit]Development
[edit]The film was developed over approximately one year and undertaken as an experimental project to integrate artificial intelligence tools into feature filmmaking in Pakistan.[7] [8] [9]
It has been reported that the production involved state-of-the-art AI tools for visual creation and post-production processes.[10] [11]
Production Credits
[edit]Significance
[edit]The Next Salahuddin is notable for being:
- Pakistan’s first AI-assisted feature-length film released in cinemas[15] [16]
- An early example of AI-driven filmmaking in South Asian cinema[17]
References
[edit]- ^ Khan, Aftab (2025-12-14). "Pakistan's first AI-driven film set to premiere in city". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ Batool, Hadia (2025-12-20). "'The Next Salahuddin': Pakistan's AI-powered cinema breakthrough". Minute Mirror. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ Kamran, Qaisar (2025-12-20). "'The Next Salahuddin', Pakistan's first fully AI-generated feature film". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ "AI-powered film marks new chapter for Pakistani cinema". 24 News HD. 2025-12-17. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ Desk, Web (2025-12-14). "Pakistan's First AI-Driven Film 'The Next Salahuddin' to Premiere in Karachi". PhotoNews Pakistan. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ Kamran, Qaisar (2025-12-20). "'The Next Salahuddin', Pakistan's first fully AI-generated feature film". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ Butt, Ayesha (2025-12-20). "Pakistan Reveals First AI-Generated Film 'The Next Salahuddin'". DESIblitz. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ "MSN". www.msn.com. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ "AI-powered film marks new chapter for Pakistani cinema". 24 News HD. 2025-12-17. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ Kamran, Qaisar (2025-12-20). "'The Next Salahuddin', Pakistan's first fully AI-generated feature film". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ Khan, Aftab (2025-12-14). "Pakistan's first AI-driven film set to premiere in city". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ Kamran, Qaisar (2025-12-20). "'The Next Salahuddin', Pakistan's first fully AI-generated feature film". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ Kamran, Qaisar (2025-12-20). "'The Next Salahuddin', Pakistan's first fully AI-generated feature film". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ Kamran, Qaisar (2025-12-20). "'The Next Salahuddin', Pakistan's first fully AI-generated feature film". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ Kamran, Qaisar (2025-12-20). "'The Next Salahuddin', Pakistan's first fully AI-generated feature film". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ International, The Truth (2025-12-11). "The Next Salahuddin - Pakistan's First AI Film to Premiere in Karachi next week". The Truth International. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ^ "AI-powered film marks new chapter for Pakistani cinema". 24 News HD. 2025-12-17. Retrieved 2025-12-20.