Akbar Khan’s magnum opus ‘Taj Mahal’ starring legendary Pakistani singer Noor Jehan’s granddaughter Sonya Jehan as Mughal empress Mumtaz Mahal, will be screen across theatres in Pakistan from April 28.

Khan while formally announcing the launch of the movie in Pakistan, said that the screening of the film would help promote cultural exchanges and as friendly relations between Pakistan and India. “Taj Mahal carries a strong message of love and I am here to convey it to the people of Pakistan,” he said.

He also said Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, has also expressed his delight over the showing of an Indian movie in Pakistani cinemas. He further said that the two countries should also embark on co-productions in the future.

The film has been donated to Pakistan for the victims of last year’s earthquake and in this regard Rs 6.5 million has already been handed over to the federal government.