In a glittering ceremony at Hilton, Al Habtoor City, Dubai, filmmaker Ayesha Zaki received the prestigious Best Social Filmmaker Award at the Zee Gulf Green Summit 2025 , marking a milestone in her cinematic journey dedicated to social awareness and change.
The evening was made even more memorable with the grand trailer launch of her upcoming film Safe Community Safe World , a socially driven cinematic project produced and directed by Ayesha Zaki under Tinsel Town Films. The film features a powerful cast including Arbaaz Khan, Ayesha Zaki, Arman Khan, alongside acclaimed actors Manas Vilas, Mandeep Walia, Padma Ramchandran, Hania Reggi, and child actress Lyra Singh. The storyline, which highlights the importance of safe communities for a better world, has already generated strong anticipation in the industry.
Adding another feather to her cap, the event also hosted the official book launch of “ Ayesha Zaki – A Life in Poetic Fragrance ”, authored by Kashmiri poet Rameez Makhdoomi , a devoted fan. The anthology contains 32 heartfelt poems, chronicling Ayesha’s cinematic journey and her impactful contributions to social cause–based cinema.
The event was graced by prominent dignitaries and industry stalwarts, including:
Arman Khan , Director at WeTel Group & debut lead actor in Safe Community Safe World.
His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi , Chairman of Sharjah Consultative Council & Former UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment.
Ayesha Zaki , Filmmaker, Producer, Director & Lead Actor in Safe Community Safe World.
Arbaaz Khan , Celebrated Bollywood Actor & Lead Actor in Safe Community Safe World
Professor Adil Matin , President of WeTel Sustainability (present during the trailer launch).
The event witnessed the presence of nearly 250 attendees from the film fraternity, media houses, and corporate sectors, making it a landmark evening celebrating cinema, literature, and social consciousness.
Speaking on the occasion, Ayesha Zaki expressed her gratitude:
“Receiving the Best Social Filmmaker Award from Zee feels like both an honor and a responsibility. With Safe Community Safe World, we aim to create impactful narratives that inspire action, unity, and hope. I am humbled by the overwhelming love, and the poetic tribute through this book is a gift I will cherish forever.”
With this milestone, Ayesha Zaki continues to cement her position as a leading voice in socially conscious cinema, using storytelling as a bridge between entertainment and awareness.
