Filmwala Pictures has released the official trailer and first teaser for "Zombeid," the first zombie-survival thriller produced in Pakistan [1], [2].
The film represents a significant shift in the local cinematic landscape by introducing a horror-survival genre that has not previously been explored in the domestic market [2].
Directed by Nabeel Qureshi, the production stars Fahad Mustafa and Mehwish Hayat. The project aims to generate significant audience engagement ahead of its theatrical launch, which is scheduled for Eid ul Azha 2026 [1].
"Zombeid is Pakistan's first zombie survival thriller," Qureshi said [2].
The promotional rollout began earlier this year with the trailer posting in March 2026 [1]. The marketing campaign emphasizes the return of Mustafa to the big screen, a move Geo News said was much-anticipated [1].
By leveraging the high-traffic holiday window of Eid ul Azha, the production company intends to maximize viewership for the experimental genre [1]. The film marks a collaboration between established stars and a director known for diverse storytelling in the region [1], [2].
“"Zombeid is Pakistan's first zombie survival thriller,"”
The release of 'Zombeid' indicates a diversification of the Pakistani film industry's genre offerings. By moving away from traditional dramas and romances toward high-concept survival horror, the industry is testing the appetite of domestic audiences for Western-style genre tropes, while using a major holiday window to mitigate the financial risk of an experimental project.
