His documentary '' Nar Narman '' about an Urdu language Pakistani gay-poet , gave him critical acclaim when it was screened at London 's BFI L&G Film Festival in 2007 . Zaidi started his career with producing number of documentaries and videos , at different channels and platforms . But established himself as a recognised producer after producing 2013 Pakistani film '' Zinda Bhaag '' , Under his own film production Matteela Films which earned him an critical acclaimed and recognition in film world . '' Zinda Bhaag '' became one of the highest-grossing of Pakistan and has won many accolades and recognition including an official selection for Best Foreign Language Film at 86th Academy Awards however was out of the competition for the final race . '' Zinda Bhaag '' was only the third Pakistani film in 50 years to get recognition at the Oscars , after 1959 's '' The Day Shall Dawn '' and 1963 's '' The Veil ''
86th Academy Awards
86th Academy Awards
Mazhar Zaidi