ritish Council is playing an instrumental role in unveiling the long-awaited Chain of Light album, by the legendary Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. This collaborative project with Pakistan’s Saiyna Bashir Studios and Peter Gabriel’s Real World Records aims to revive a musical masterpiece, which was originally produced in 1990.
As part of this initiative, Saiyna Bashir Studios is also producing a documentary biopic titled Ustad, which will offer masterclasses for Pakistani music artists and professionals later in 2024. The documentary is set for release in late 2025.
Maarya Rehman, Deputy Director of British Council Pakistan, expressed excitement about the project, stating, “Chain of Light is more than just a rediscovered album; it’s a bridge between Pakistan and the world. We hope to celebrate Ustad........