Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani Monday congratulated Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy on winning the first-ever Oscar award for Pakistan for her documentary “Saving Face”.
The president in a message appreciated Obaid Chinoy’s efforts for highlighting the sensitive topic of acid attacks on women with utmost sensibility and creativity, Geo News reported.
“Saving Face”, a 52-minute documentary, won the award for the most productive documentary (short) on the 84th Academy Awards Sunday.
Zardari said the country’s artists had the entire potential to thrive and prove their skills within the field of arts and culture.
The president lauded her for bringing laurels to the rustic by excelling in film-making and sending a message to the arena about Pakistan’s softer image.
Gilani announced a high civil award for Obaid Chinoy on winning the Oscar.
The prime minister in a message felicitated Obaid Chinoy on winning the first-ever Oscar for Pakistan, Geo News cited a major Minister House statement as saying.
Gilani appreciated her labor and creativity to spotlight the subject of acid attacks on women.
He said artists could act as a catalyst in bringing positive change within the society.
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