Usman Mukhtar, known for his work as an actor and director, has received a major accolade for his latest film.
His horror-themed short film, Gulabo Rani, has won the Best Short Film Award at the prestigious LA Sci-Fi & Horror Festival 2022.
The news was announced on Thursday and Mukhtar took to social media to share the achievement with his followers. In a post on Instagram, the Anaa actor shared a photograph of his award, the “Leviathan Platinum Award 2022,” and wrote a heartfelt caption expressing his gratitude and excitement for the recognition.
“Alhamdulillah! I’m super happy to announce that Gulabo Rani has won Best Short Film at the L.A. Sci-Fi & Horror Festival. I’m so proud of the entire team!” wrote the Sabaat actor excitedly.
After the post spread like wildfire online, many celebrities rushed to the comment section to applaud the star on his new triumph.
Gulabo Rani is a horror short film that centres around a haunted hostel. While most of the details about the plot are kept secret, the trailer reveals a dark and sinister spirit that is terrorizing the young residents of a dilapidated boarding house. It stars Usama Javaid Haider, Meiraj Haq, Daniyal Khaqan Afzal, Omer Abdullah Khan and Natasha Humera Ejaz in pivotal roles.