The screening drew scholars, artists, students, and literary figures.
According to the organisers, the objective of the film is to preserve Bhittai’s intellectual and cultural heritage and introduce his message to younger generations, as well as to people beyond Pakistan and South Asia.
The documentary also features renditions of Bhittai’s verses in the voice of legendary Sufi singer Abida Parveen, which were warmly appreciated by the audience.
Speaking to The Express Tribune, director Shamim Ahmed Junejo said the film is “not merely a documentary, but a spiritual and intellectual journey that seeks to take Bhittai’s message and Sindh’s cultural heritage to the world.” He noted that plans are underway to send the documentary to international festivals, with hopes of achieving global screenings.
Junejo said that Shah Latif’s philosophy transcends geographical boundaries, carrying universal relevance, making it essential for it to be accessible to a young audience unfamiliar with the Sindhi language or Bhittai’s work.
Creative director Farooq Perio says Ganj is “a dream that took two years of hard work to bring to life.”
During the event, the contribution of the Endowment Fund Trust board, including Jahangir Siddiqui and Abdul Hameed Akhund, along with JS Bank, BankIslami, Habib University and others, was acknowledged for their support in the film’s creation.
In closing, the organisers expressed optimism that more such projects would help strengthen young people’s connection to Sindh’s history, culture, and spiritual traditions.
They said that films in particular are transcendent beyond time and language, making them significant in preserving heritage.