Three kinds of wedding video, three kinds of price
Most quotes for wedding video in Lahore describe one of three products. They look similar on a price list but are very different jobs, which is why two quotes can be far apart and both be fair.
| Deliverable | Length | What it takes |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight reel | About a minute or two | One videographer, one event, light editing. Made for WhatsApp and Instagram. |
| Cinematic short film | A few minutes | Two videographers, often drone, synced audio from the nikah and speeches, colour grading and music. |
| Documentary-style feature | 10 minutes or more | Multi-day coverage, dedicated audio, several edits and revision rounds. |
What actually changes your quote
Roughly in order of how much they move the number:
- —Number of events — a single nikah is a different job from mehndi, baraat and walima across several days.
- —Number of videographers — a second operator captures both sides of the day at once and is usually the biggest price step.
- —Finished length — a one-minute reel and a 10-minute film are very different amounts of editing.
- —Drone — aerials need an operator and often venue permission.
- —Audio — clean sound from vows and speeches needs separate recorders, not just camera microphones.
- —Same-day edits — a reel ready on the night means an editor working during your event.
- —Delivery time and revisions — a rushed timeline or extra revision rounds cost more.
- —Travel — coverage outside Lahore adds transport and sometimes accommodation.
Basil Studios wedding videography packages
We publish starting prices so you can plan before you message anyone. Your final quote is confirmed the same day on WhatsApp and reflects your exact dates, events and city.
| Package | Price | Works out to | Best for |
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| Essential | From PKR 55,000 | per event | Couples wanting a single polished reel for socials and family WhatsApp. |
| Signature | From PKR 145,000 | two events · two videographers · drone | Couples wanting an event-day social moment plus a longer keepsake film. |
| Heirloom | From PKR 325,000 | full multi-day · 10–15 min film | Couples archiving the full wedding as a cinematic feature. |
Video with photography, or separately?
Photography and video can be booked together or apart. Our Heirloom photography package already includes a videographer and a cinematic wedding film, starting from PKR 385,000. If you only need stills, wedding photography starts from PKR 65,000 per event.
If the budget only stretches to one, many couples choose photography with a same-day highlight reel. If you want sound, movement and speeches preserved, choose video.
How to compare two video quotes fairly
A lower number is only cheaper if it buys the same thing. Ask every videographer the same questions:
- —How many videographers will be on site, and for how many hours?
- —How long will the finished film be, and is there a separate highlight reel?
- —Is drone coverage included?
- —Is audio from the nikah and speeches recorded separately?
- —Is the music licensed?
- —How long does delivery take, and how many revision rounds are included?
- —Is travel outside Lahore included or added on top?
When to book
Book as soon as your date is fixed. Winter wedding season in Lahore runs from November to February and weekend dates go first. Use the booking calendar to check a date before you commit to a venue.
Frequently asked questions
How much does wedding videography cost in Lahore?
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It depends on events, crew size and film length. Basil Studios starts from PKR 55,000 for a highlight reel of one event, PKR 145,000 for two events with a 3-minute film, and PKR 325,000 for a full multi-day feature.
What is the difference between a highlight reel and a wedding film?
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A highlight reel is a short clip for sharing on social media and family chats. A wedding film is longer, uses synced audio from the nikah and speeches, and is edited as a story.
Is a drone included?
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Drone is included in our Signature package. Essential is a single videographer covering one event.
How long does delivery take?
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Our Essential reel is delivered in 2 weeks, Signature in 4 weeks and Heirloom in 6 weeks, with a same-day reel on the night for Signature and Heirloom.
Do you cover weddings outside Lahore?
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Yes. Travel across Pakistan is quoted up front and added to the package, never hidden.