Lali (2026) – Pakistani Punjabi Film at Berlinale | Story, Cast & Reviews

Lali is a Pakistani Punjabi-language film by Sarmad Khoosat (Joyland producer, Zindagi Tamasha director), premiered at the 76th Berlinale.

Story (No Spoilers)

In the shantytowns of Sahiwal, Zeba is rumoured to be a “cursed bride” after three previous suitors died. When she marries Sajawal, a self-conscious metal worker with a facial birthmark, his paranoia grows — in a mix of dark comedy, supernatural elements and drama.

Reception and Awards

Reviews were mixed to positive. Khoosat won Best Director at the DC South Asian Film Festival, and the film won awards at other South Asian festivals.

Lali MP4 Movie Download & Where to Watch

Lali premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival on 20 February 2026 and has screened at South Asian film festivals. A wide streaming release has not been confirmed.

Final Verdict

Rating: 7/10. For viewers who enjoy daring festival cinema in Punjabi.

Lali: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lali released?
Lali was released on 20 February 2026 in Punjabi.

Who directed Lali?
Lali is directed by Sarmad Khoosat.

Who is in the cast of Lali?
The cast includes Mamya Shajaffar, Channan Hanif, Rasti Farooq, Farazeh Syed.

What is the runtime of Lali?
Lali runs for about 1h 56m.

Is Lali available for MP4 movie download?
Not from any legal source we can confirm yet. Lali is not on a major Indian OTT app at the time of writing, so any “free MP4 download” link is pirated or fake. Check the official apps for its streaming release.

Is Lali worth watching?
We rate Lali 7/10. Sarmad Khoosat’s dark tragicomedy about a “cursed bride” in Sahiwal, which premiered at the Berlin Film Festival.