Pakistani film The Legend of Maula Jatt, starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan, has not been allowed to run in theatres in India, despite plans for its release here on October 2. The film was set to be the first Pakistani release in India in a decade, with Zee Studios reportedly securing the distribution rights. However, the release has been stopped, allegedly due to the ongoing ban on Indian films in Pakistan since 2019, leading to a reciprocal decision in India.
Pakistani film 'The Legend of Maula Jatt' is not being permitted in cinema theatres in India. It is learnt that the decision has been taken as Indian films have not been permitted in Pakistan since 2019: Sources— ANI (@ANI) September 28, 2024
The makers had earlier announced the news on social media. They had written, “Two years on, The Legend of Maula Jatt is still unstoppable! Witness the epic saga on the big screen in India from 2nd October 2024.”
The Legend of Maula Jatt released in Pakistan in October 2022 and has since been hailed as a groundbreaking film in South Asian cinema. Directed by Bilal Lashari, this modern adaptation reimagines the classic 1979 Punjabi cult favourite, Maula Jatt. Starring Fawad Khan in the lead role and Mahira Khan as his love interest, the film attracted international acclaim for its impressive production quality, powerful performances, and thrilling storyline. It achieved remarkable success at the box office in Pakistan, breaking records and setting new standards for the country’s film industry.
For those who don’t know, The Legend of Maula Jatt was a huge success both in Pakistan and internationally, and it still holds the record as the highest-grossing Pakistani and Punjabi-language film ever. Based on Nasir Adeeb’s characters, The Legend of Maula Jatt is a modern retelling of the 1979 Pakistani classic. Starring Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan, Hamza Ali Abbasi, and Humaima Malick, the film explores the intense rivalry between Maula Jatt and Noori Natt.
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