Pakistani Film ‘Mera Lyari’ Struggles at Box Office, Sells Only 22 Tickets on Opening Day

Pakistani film Mera Lyari has reportedly suffered a disappointing start at the box office, with media reports claiming that the movie sold only 22 tickets on its opening day. The film, which had gained attention online as a supposed response to Dhurandhar starring Ranveer Singh, was allegedly removed from several theatres due to extremely low audience turnout.

The movie had sparked discussions on social media because many people viewed it as Pakistan’s cinematic reply to Dhurandhar, a film that faced controversy in Pakistan over its portrayal of Lyari and the country’s image. While Dhurandhar was reportedly banned in Pakistan, pirated versions of the film were widely watched across the country.

Unlike the claims surrounding it, the teaser of Mera Lyari reportedly did not contain anti-India content. Instead, the film focused on the struggles and lives of girls living in Lyari, a locality in Karachi known for its social and economic challenges.

After criticism surrounding Dhurandhar, discussions emerged in Pakistan about creating a film that could present Lyari in a more positive light. Mera Lyari was seen as an attempt to improve that image, but reports suggest the film failed to connect with audiences after its release on May 8.

According to Pakistani media outlets, the poor response forced several cinema halls to remove the movie from screens within the first day itself.

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