Balochistan has slowly started catching attention on social media again, and this time, a Bollywood film is part of the reason. After the release of Dhurandhar, many users have begun sharing travel videos
that focus on the region’s landscapes, even though the film itself is not set there. The shift has been subtle but noticeable across platforms.
While Dhurandhar is set in Lyari, a Karachi neighbourhood with strong Baloch roots, its look and tone seem to have sparked curiosity beyond the screen. Viewers and creators are now turning their cameras towards Balochistan, bringing its natural beauty into online conversations through short, calm travel reels.
How The Film Stirred Fresh Interest Online
Soon after the film’s release, several videos from Balochistan started doing the rounds online. Many of these clips begin with the line, “Balochistan is so GOAT, even Bollywood borrows its vibe.”
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From there, the videos move into wide shots of the region, showing beaches, deserts, waterfalls and mountains that feel quiet and untouched.
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Instead of fast cuts or busy scenes, the videos take a slow approach. Long drone shots follow empty coastal roads, camels are seen walking during sunset, and mountain outlines appear against soft evening skies. The focus stays on the land, not the people.
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Landscapes Quietly Steal The Show
What stands out in these reels is the lack of crowds. Creators seem to avoid busy places on purpose. The camera often lingers on open spaces, making the visuals feel calm and almost peaceful.
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Balochistan, Pakistan’s largest province by area, offers a mix of coastline, dry deserts and rough mountains, but it rarely gets this kind of attention online.
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By keeping people mostly out of the frame, the videos let the scenery speak for itself. The empty roads, wide skies and natural textures give the region a strong visual identity that feels different from typical travel content.
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Music Helps Set The Mood
Sound plays a big role in why these videos feel connected. Many creators use FA9LA by Flipperachi, the track featured in Dhurandhar. The steady beat and simple flow of the song match the slow visuals perfectly, making the clips feel cinematic.
The same music across different videos has helped create a clear pattern. Viewers now link that sound with Balochistan visuals, making the trend easy to recognise and share.
A Film’s Ripple Effect Goes Beyond Its Setting
Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, was released on December 5. The spy thriller stars Ranveer Singh as Hamza Ali Mazari and Akshaye Khanna as gangster Rehman Dakait, along with Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal and Sara Arjun.
Though the story stays rooted in Lyari, its release has led many to look towards Balochistan with fresh eyes. The growing number of travel reels shows how a film’s style can spark interest far beyond its actual location, putting an overlooked region back into the digital spotlight.
