"Zindagi Tamasha" has been selected as the first full-length Pakistani film to be released on TikTok, marking a significant milestone in the country’s entertainment landscape, the platform confirmed on Tuesday.

Directed by acclaimed Pakistani actor, director, and producer Sarmad Khoosat, the 2019 film, which translates to "Circus of Life" in Urdu, centers on a devout religious man who faces societal criticism for his effeminate dancing. The film delves into the prevalent gender roles in Pakistani society.

Despite its controversial nature, "Zindagi Tamasha" received international acclaim, winning the Kim Ji-Seok Award at the Busan International Film Festival and the Snow Leopard Award for Best Film at the 6th Asian World Film Festival in Los Angeles. It was also Pakistan’s official submission for the 93rd Academy Awards.

“TikTok has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Khoosat Films, led by director Sarmad Khoosat,” the social media platform said in a press release. “'Zindagi Tamasha' becomes the first full-length movie to be released on the short-form video platform.”