Pakistani YouTuber and actor Rajab Butt has urged his followers to support his upcoming debut film by watching it in cinemas. In a recent video message, the content creator directly appealed to his fans and asked them to make an effort to watch the movie when it is released.
Rajab encouraged his followers to start saving money for the cinema visit, suggesting that they put aside around Rs1,000 to Rs2,000. He said the amount could cover the cost of a movie ticket and popcorn, depending on the cinema and location.
The YouTuber expressed his desire to see his supporters in cinemas and said he wanted the same response for his film that he has received for his online content. He told his followers that their support had helped him achieve success on YouTube and that he hoped they would show similar support for his move to the big screen.
Rajab also presented the project as a family entertainer, encouraging people to watch it with their parents, children or friends. He assured his audience that they would enjoy the experience and said he believed they would not regret spending money on the film.
His appeal comes as he prepares to make his transition from digital content creation to mainstream Pakistani cinema. Rajab has built a large following through his family-vlogging content and currently has around nine million YouTube subscribers, giving him a substantial online audience ahead of his film debut.
Rajab’s upcoming film is an action-comedy project directed by Syed Faisal Bukhari, with the screenplay written by Sarmad Ibrahim. Actress Amar Khan has been cast opposite Rajab as the female lead, while veteran performers including Resham, Saba Faisal and Babar Ali are also part of the project.
The film’s shooting has already begun in Punjab, with a major shooting schedule recently completed in Chiniot. Rajab’s entry into cinema has generated considerable interest because it marks a new phase in his career beyond YouTube and social media.
However, Rajab’s request has also sparked mixed reactions online. While some followers have shown support for his film debut, several social media users criticised his appeal to save money for the movie and questioned whether audiences would turn out in large numbers. The debate has added further attention to Rajab’s much-discussed transition from YouTube to the big screen.
