JAHAN AUR BHI HAIN – BEYOND THE BLUE
A telefilm that shows how technology helps us face the growing challenges of climate change. A collaboration between researchers and filmmakers, it blends science fiction with real-world environmental issues. By transforming complex science into compelling cinema, JAHAN AUR BHI HAIN sparks understanding and inspires action for a sustainable future.
Research Meets Reel
JAHAN AUR BHI HAIN – Beyond the Blue fuses scientific vision with cinematic storytelling. Developed by faculty, researchers, and filmmakers, it draws on surveys, workshops, and script sessions to create a narrative that blends academic rigor with emotional depth. Focused on space awareness, the telefilm addresses climate, environmental challenges, and disaster preparedness, serving as a powerful platform for space science communication and outreach.
The Tale Unfolds
A climate scientist returns to her long-forgotten village, only to discover an ominous disaster waiting to unfold. Foreseeing a catastrophic cloud burst, she must act quickly to safeguard her community. With time running out, she uses her knowledge , expertise and unshakable resolve to to fight an impending crisis. As tensions rise, can she rally those she left behind and avert a disaster that could change everything?”
Cinema as Catalyst
Beyond the Blue proves that cinema can do more than tell stories — it can drive understanding, ignite conversations, and inspire action. This project sets a bold example of how science and storytelling together can shape minds, spark movements, and create real-world impact.
🎬 Premiere at IST
Pakistan’s first space-science telefilm on climate change, Jahan Aur Bhi Hain – Beyond the Blue, premiered at the Institute of Space Technology (IST), Islamabad on May 30, 2025. Merging cinematic storytelling with scientific insight, the film sets a powerful precedent for creative science communication. Produced by the National Center of GIS and Space Applications (NCGSA) — a joint initiative of the Higher Education Commission and the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives — and co-produced with Beaconhouse National University, LockDown Productions, and Filmbaily.
📺 World Television Premiere
The World TV Premiere of Jahan Aur Bhi Hain – Beyond the Blue aired nationwide on PTV Home on June 5, 2025, in observance of World Environment Day.
Reaching audiences across Pakistan, the telefilm continues its journey through university screenings, film festivals, and public outreach events, amplifying its core message of climate awareness and space science for a sustainable future.
International Debut: Pakistan’s First Space-Driven Climate Telefilm Screened at COMSTECH Training in Bangladesh 2026
The screening, presented by NCGSA in collaboration with COMSTECH, exemplified cinematic SciComm at its finest, turning awareness into action across the OIC region.
Science Meets Storytelling at Lahore Science Mela 2025
During the Lahore Science Mela, organized by the Khwarizmi Science Society (خوارزمی سائنس سوسائٹی), a special screening of “Jahan Aur Bhi Hain – Beyond the Blue” drew a packed audience at Crescent Model School, Lahore, on October 26, 2025. Pakistan’s first space-driven climate telefilm, JABH, delivers science through compelling storytelling, portraying the threat of cloudbursts and environmental crises while emphasizing the vital role of space science technology in predicting and understanding these challenges. Produced by National Center of GIS and Space Applications (NCGSA), Institute of Space Technology, in collaboration with Beaconhouse National University (BNU) and LockDown Productions, the telefilm captivated audiences with its narrative-driven approach, inspiring curiosity, fostering scientific awareness, and showcasing how storytelling can make complex environmental issues both accessible and impactful.
Engaging Audiences Through Film Screenings
The film has been screened at a variety of venues, including universities, film festivals, and community outreach programs, bringing together students, researchers, and the general public. A special screening at the Black Hole drew large audiences and sparked engaging discussions on the phenomenon of cloudbursts driven by climate change, underscoring the pressing issue of flooding in Pakistan and around the world. Each screening continues to broaden the film’s reach, creating opportunities for dialogue on space, climate change, and sustainability.
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