Pakistani horror hit Deny Acquired international recognition, winning the Best editing Prize at the Film Festival of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) 2025 which was held in Chongqing, China.
The horror thriller was one of two Pakistani films honored during the event, alongside Nayabpresenting the growing world impact of Pakistani cinema.
Directed by Rafay Rashdi and with Sonya Hussyn, Samina Peerzada and Faysal Quraii, Deny stood out for its captivating account and its technical finesse.
After the announcement of the prize, Rashdi expressed his gratitude on Instagram, calling him a “historic victory for Pakistani cinema on an international scene”.
He thanked the SCO, the Ministry of Information and those who supported the vision of the film. “Pakistan Zindabad,” he added, sharing a photo with the price and the main actor Sonya Hussyn.
Hussyn, who attended the festival, also celebrated the honor on social networks, by writing, “our film Deemak Ratter at home a prize in the prestigious Film Festival”, and calling a moment of pride for Pakistan.
Product and presented by PK Press Club Films, Deny was released nationally on Eidul Adha and quickly became a box office phenomenon.
He set a new record for the kind of horror in the country, collecting 70 million rupees in his first two days. Viewers praised the film to offer a frightening but emotionally resonant experience, with many geo-creative films to support such a daring and innovative project.
The film explores the themes of horror, folklore and complex family dynamics.
Written by Syed Murad Ali, Rashdi and Ayesha Muzaffar, Deny Includes a stellar cast including Javed Sheikh and Bushra Ansari alongside the slopes. His combination of fear, drama and social comments has deeply resonated with the public.
PK Press Club Films, known for producing renowned titles Khuda Ke Liye,, Bowl,, Teefa in difficulty,, The legend of Maula JattAnd Donkey kingcontinues his heritage to support revolutionary Pakistani cinema.
With Deny Now, winning distinctions on the international scene, the film marks another important step for the studio and for the country’s evolving film industry.
