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Umair Jaswal is no longer playing Shoaib Akhtar in biopic Rawalpindi Express

Umair Jaswal is no longer playing Shoaib Akhtar in biopic Rawalpindi Express

The singer-actor shared on Instagram that he's no longer associated with the biopic because of "creative and personal reasons."
05 Jan, 2023

If you were excited to see singer Umair Jaswal as Shoaib Akhtar in film Rawalpindi Express, we’ve got some sad news. The singer-actor has announced that he is no longer associated with the biopic for “creative and personal reasons”.

On Wednesday, the ‘Gagar’ singer wrote on Instagram, “ I have decided to step away from the Shoaib Akhtar biopic project Rawalpindi Express. I will no longer be associated with any media or news related to this project.“

While Jaswal is out of the picture as the pacer, he wished everyone involved with the project “all the very best” with a photo of himself as Akhtar in his iconic number 14 jersey.

His brother, fellow singer Yasir Jaswal, commented, “More power to you my love. Upwards and onwards,” on his post. He also received a similar comment from his actor-wife Sana Javed.

The biopic is being directed by Muhammad Faraz Qaiser, written by Qaiser Nawaz and produced under the banner of Q Films Productions.

The team has yet to announce the entire cast and the new actor who will play the cricketer’s role in the film. Rawalpindi Express was earlier expected to release on November 16 this year. It is unclear whether the change in lead actor will affect the release date.

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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad Jan 05, 2023 02:30pm
Who cares?
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NYS Jan 05, 2023 02:52pm
Release date issued and lead cast exit .. is it creative loss or personal ??
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Syed Hasni Jan 05, 2023 03:11pm
I feel that Shoaib should play this role himself. He has a lot of acting talent.
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John Jan 05, 2023 03:13pm
no one is interested
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ukpindite Jan 05, 2023 03:58pm
waste of time and money making film on mediocre player
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ukpindite Jan 05, 2023 03:59pm
shoaib was from poor back ground but now thinks he is descendant of genghis khan
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Shahid Jan 05, 2023 05:21pm
Who would want to watch a biopic of Shoaib Akhtar? Good decision by Umair.
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Daud Jan 05, 2023 05:26pm
@Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad why do you care about commenting on every piece?
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Seriously? Jan 05, 2023 05:34pm
Funds to make the film got dried out it seems
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Tirlochan singh Jan 05, 2023 06:44pm
Fawad khan best suitable for the role. He is king of pakistani cinema
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Masood Jan 05, 2023 07:02pm
Big deal !
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Ukpindite Jan 05, 2023 07:13pm
Lol making a film about shoaib akhter
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Ukpindite Jan 05, 2023 07:13pm
Waste of time and money
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Babar Jan 05, 2023 07:45pm
Does any care? SA took less than 200 test wickets, he is more famous for off the pitch incidents. We do not want or need role models such Shoaib or Afridi.....period!
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Ghani K Jan 05, 2023 11:09pm
What has Shoaib Akhtar accomplished extraordinarily. ? I heard he was one of the most indisciplined players
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BeRealistic Jan 06, 2023 03:37am
No one is perfect, but Shoaib always played for the country
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Nadeem Shah USA Jan 06, 2023 04:16am
@Ghani K that's why he's so entertaining.
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furqan Sikander Jan 06, 2023 06:27am
@Ghani K I watched his 85% career. All pomp and show, did more harm than good
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Sunil Jan 06, 2023 08:18am
Looking forward to Sachin and Sehwag pasting him all over the park. Let’s hope it’s part of the movie. Or Balaji hitting him for sixes.
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Asif Jan 06, 2023 08:49am
Shoaib made big coming from a poor background due to his hard work and commitment. He was feared and has created a legacy for himself. This project looks exciting and best of luck to those who are involved.
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