24/06/2026
We are proud to share that Mr. Nasir Ali Mazari, Assistant Professor, Department of Theatre, Film & Television, School of Media & Mass Communication (SMC), BNU, was invited as an External Juror at the 4th Research Committee Meeting (RCM) of the Department of Film & TV at the Institute for Art & Culture (IAC).
As part of the panel, he participated in the evaluation of student research and thesis proposals, contributing valuable academic insights and constructive feedback to support the development of innovative and rigorous creative research projects.
Such engagements reflect SMC's commitment to academic excellence and its active contribution to advancing research and creative practices within the media and film industry.
24/06/2026
Congratulations to Aroob Shafiq Malik, a student of Journalism & Media Communication (JMC), SMC, for securing 1st Position in the Documentary Competition at UCP Media Fest 2026 for her powerful documentary “VIRSA.”
Adding another milestone to this achievement, VIRSA also marks BNU Infer’s first-ever documentary production, a proud beginning that reflects emerging creative voices and original storytelling within our community.
This achievement reflects the creativity, dedication, and storytelling excellence that our students continue to demonstrate beyond the classroom. We are proud to see Aroob representing SMC and showcasing the power of meaningful documentary filmmaking on an inter-university platform.
Wishing her continued success and many more milestones ahead. ✨
15/06/2026
Dr. Zeeshan Zaighum, Associate Professor at the School of Media and Communication, BNU, was invited as a panel speaker at the First International Conference on Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism.
The conference, themed *“Dynamics of Hybrid Threats and Counter-Terrorism in Pakistan: Challenges, Responses, and Pathways beyond Stalemate,”* brought together academics, researchers, and policy experts to discuss contemporary security challenges and strategic responses.
The event was jointly organized by the Punjab Center of Excellence on Countering Violent Extremism (PCECVE) and Minhaj University Lahore.
We congratulate Dr. Zeeshan Zaighum on representing BNU and contributing his expertise to this important national and international dialogue.
22/05/2026
Lights, movement, and hands-on learning at SMC!
SMC 7th semester student Usama Javed conducted an engaging Cinematography Workshop: Gimbal Operation for 1st Semester TFT students, giving them practical exposure to camera movement, stabilization techniques, and cinematic storytelling through motion.
Through interactive demonstrations and hands-on practice, students explored how professional gimbal operation can enhance visual storytelling and create dynamic cinematic shots. The workshop encouraged students to experiment, collaborate, and learn directly through production-based experience. ✨
22/05/2026