**”A Pioneer of Sindhi Cinema: The Legacy of Late Raees Karim Bux Nizamanai”

Raees Karim Bux Nizamanai, a trailblazer in Sindhi cinema, left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of Pakistan.

Born in Matli, Sindhi, he defied conventions to produce the first-ever Sindhi film, “Ekta”, in 1940, a groundbreaking achievement that paved the way

for future generations. The film’s premiere at Taj Mahal Cinema was a grand affair, marking a milestone in Sindhi entertainment.

Nizamanai’s contributions went beyond cinema. His majestic haveli in Matli became a hub for creatives, hosting luminaries like Madam Noor Jehan, who graced the premises with her presence. The haveli’s walls echoed with laughter and stories, as artists, writers, and thinkers converged to share ideas. Nizamanai’s hospitality and passion for arts made his home a beacon for talent.

Raees Karim Bux Nizamanai passed away in 1983, and was laid to rest in his native Matli city. His legacy lives on, inspiring new generations to explore Sindhi culture and cinema. As the pioneer of Sindhi film, his story is a testament to innovation and perseverance, reminding us of the power of creativity to transcend time and borders.
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Karim Bakhsh Nizamani (1909 – 1982)
Born 1909 in Mātli, Sindh, Pakistan
Died 31 Dec 1982 at about age 73 in Mātli, Sindh, Pakistan
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Karim Bakhsh
Rais Karim Bakhsh Nizamani

Son of Ghulam Muhammad Nizamani and [mother unknown]

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Ghulam Muhammad Nizamani
abt 1850 – aft 1910
Mātli, Sindh, Pakistan

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Murad Ali Nizamani
abt 1810 –

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Jamal Khan Nizamani
abt 1790 –

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Ghulam Muhammad Nizamani
abt 1770 –

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Biography
Rais Karim Bakhsh Khan Nizamani was born in 1909. He was the son of Ghulam Muhammad Nizamani. He passed away in 1982.

He is the author of a renowned Autobiography in Sindhi language, called Kei Kitab, published in two/three volumes.

In young age, in 1928, he went to Bombay (now Mumbai) where he worked in the film industry. He released the first ever Sindhi film called “Ekta”.

He had four sons: 1. Ali Raza 2. Qasim Raza 3. Hashim Raza 4. Ahsan Raza

Sources
Tazkirah-e Nizamani, by Prof. Abdul-Jabbar Qasim Nizamani, Nizamani Publication, Matli, Pakistan, March 2012
Encyclopedia Sindhiana
Kei Kitab, by Rais Karim Bakhsh Khan Nizamani