ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan has said dramas and films will have to be made on historical stories by departing from the traditional subjects.

He was talking to film maker Shahzad Nawaz, Turk Producer Emre Konuk, Syed Junaid Ali Shah and Dr Kashif, who called on him in Islamabad. Senator Faisal Javed was also present in the meeting.

PM was apprised of details of Pakistan-Turkey joint venture of Salahuddin Ayubi series during the meeting. . He was told that the planning of the project was.

He was told that the planning of the project was complete while its shooting would start in April next year.

PM stressed for adopting modern techniques to create awareness among the youth about Islamic history

He held Salahuddin Ayubi is such a historical character that is quoted even by the West. Salahuddin Ayubi announced general amnesty after conquering Jerusalem, he added.

He underlined that a series on the life of Salahuddin Ayubi would give awareness to the youths on this historic character.