Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan's Pakistani film 'The Legend Of Maula Jatt' opposed to release in India

The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) intends to stop the film starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan and said, "We will not allow the release of Pakistani films, nor will we allow their artists to work in Indian films."

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First Published Sep 19, 2024, 12:12 PM IST | Last Updated Sep 19, 2024, 12:12 PM IST

The release of 'The Legend of Maula Jatt' in India is uncertain due to political opposition in Maharashtra. The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) intends to stop the film starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan. Ameya Khopkar, an MNS supporter and political and production figure, remarked, "We will not allow the release of Pakistani films, nor will we allow their artists to work in Indian films." This stance will significantly impede the film's release in India, set for October 2, following its debut in Pakistan in October 2022.

The Legend of Maula Jatt is a modern retelling of a 1979 Pakistani classic, reviving Nasir Adeeb's story. It depicts the bitter rivalry between Maula Jatt and Noori Natt, and stars Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan, Hamza Ali Abbasi, and Humaima Malick. The film has received enormous appreciation in Pakistan and worldwide, demonstrating the enduring popularity of its tale and characters.

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It is unclear how MNS intends to hinder the film's release in India. The film's possible absence from Indian theaters highlights the continuing political animosity between India and Pakistan, which has hampered cultural exchanges and the entertainment industry. Despite Fawad Khan's successful parts in Bollywood films like 'Khoobsurat' and 'Kapoor & Sons', rising political tensions have resulted in a decrease in cross-border entertainment collaborations. While India has not formally prohibited Pakistani actors or films, Pakistan imposed a ban on Indian films in 2019, demonstrating the complicated dynamics at work.

This development casts questions on the future of 'The Legend of Maula Jatt' in India, despite the film's remarkable success outside of its home country. The circumstance highlights bigger political difficulties colliding with arts and culture, which affect the global distribution of cinematic works. As the issue plays out, the film industry and consumers both await the outcome, hoping for a solution that allows for the free interchange of cultural and artistic expressions across borders.

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