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Man Hastam (2025)

A ruthless political scheme pits a legendary hero against his own son, leading to a tragic clash for power.

"Man Hastam" is a unique adaptation of the Ferdowsi's tragic drama "Rustam-o-Sohrab". The play opens with Shah of Turan, Afrasiyab who is guided by the Prophet Paisgoh in an attempt to retain his throne. Raised in darkness, Sohrab is unaware of his genuine lineage and turns into a soldier looking for his father, whom he believes to be the finest of all warriors. Under Paisgoh's direction, the Shah stages a fight between the legendary Persian hero, Rustam, and his own son, Sohrab, both unaware of their relationship. Themes of manipulation, destiny, identity, and the terrible might of war are investigated in the play. It explores the human cost of political scheming and the terrible effects of misinterpretations. With its deep emotional resonance, "Man Hastam" is a meditation on the inevitable clash between personal honor and the manipulative forces that drive individuals to conflict.

Director

Muhammad Talha Farrukh

Writers

Muhammad Talha Farrukh

Country

Pakistan

Language

Urdu

Release date

November 27, 2025

Original title

من هستم

Man Hastam was released on November 27, 2025.

Last updated: October 26, 2026