Fawad & Mahira’s 'The Legend of Maula Jatt' to break 10-year drought of Pakistani films in Indian cinemas

The film 'The Legend of Maula Jatt' has been widely celebrated in Pakistan, and its upcoming release in India has sparked immense anticipation among fans.

Published: Thursday,Sep 19, 2024 06:42 AM GMT-06:00

Divya Shah

Pakistani film The Legend of Maula Jatt, starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan, is all set to hit Indian theatres, making it the first Pakistani movie to do so in over a decade. Directed by Bilal Lashari, the 2022 blockbuster will be released in India. The director and Mahira Khan took the time to go to Instagram to share the exciting news. “Two years in and still going strong! Can’t wait for the Punjabi audience in India to witness this labour of love,” Lashari wrote. Mahira also shared her excitement, posting the film’s poster with the caption, “Let’s go.”

The Legend of Maula Jatt is a remake of the classic Pakistani film Maula Jatt and centers on the legendary rivalry between Maula Jatt, played by Fawad Khan, and the menacing Noori Natt, portrayed by Hamza Ali Abbasi. The film has been widely celebrated in Pakistan, and its upcoming release in India has sparked immense anticipation among fans. For many, it represents a rare opportunity to see a Pakistani film on the big screen in India after so many years.

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The release comes after a long-standing ban on Pakistani artists working in India. This restriction was imposed following the 2016 Uri terror attack, preventing actors from across the border from participating in Indian films. However, a November 2023 Supreme Court ruling dismissed a plea to maintain this ban, opening up the possibility for collaborations once again.

Both Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan have enjoyed popularity in Indian cinema before the ban. Fawad starred in hit Bollywood films like Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Kapoor & Sons, and Khoobsurat, while Mahira made her Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Raees. Their performances were well-received, and they have since maintained a strong fanbase in India.

The release of The Legend of Maula Jatt could mark a new beginning in cross-border cultural exchange. With Fawad and Mahira’s star power and the film’s gripping storyline, Indian audiences are eager to experience the magic once more.