A RENOWNED director of Asian films has been out and about in Rochdale scouting for locations for his next big production.

Syed Noor from the Pakistan-based Paragon Entertainment Group plans to shoot parts of his next film in the town.

He also wants to involve local people in all aspects of the production.

Mr Noor is a renowned international writer and director in the Lahore film industry, which is known as ‘Lollywood.’

He was invited to Rochdale by Aslam Jalal of KS Productions, which will be jointly involved in producing the film.

Filming for the movie is expected to begin in May.

While in Rochdale, Mr Noor also paid a visit to the Multicultural Arts and Media Centre. He said: "I was delighted to see how much the centre has achieved in the work of performing arts.

"I am looking forward to helping local young people, actors and technicians".

Mr Aslam said: "This would be an excellent opportunity to work with a professional director".

They will begin auditions with Mohammed Sawar from the Arts and Media Centre and a professional panel made up of people who have been working to provide opportunities for the community.

Mr Noor also hopes to establish a partnership with mainstream channels to produce short documentaries and plays.

Anyone who would like to be involved with the film is asked to contact Aslam Jalal on 07793628232.