The epic movie The Legend of Maula Jatt, starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan, has finally been released, and if Deadline is to be believed, it enjoyed a strong opening weekend at the box office.
After debuting in 25 regions and 500 screens, the revival of the 1979 classic has amassed an astounding Rs 51 crore (2.3 million dollars) in worldwide revenue. The film has established a new standard for Pakistani films and their popularity abroad.
The Legend of Maula Jatt tells the tale of prizefighter Maula Jatt (played by Pakistani star Fawad Khan), who battles Noori Natt, one of the most feared fighters of the era, while being tormented by his previous demons. In addition to Fawad and Mahira, Hamza Ali Abassi and Humaima Malik play important roles in the movie. Brian Adler, who oversaw the visual effects for both Avengers: Endgame and Avatar: The Way of Water, is said to be in charge of it.
The Legend of Maula Jatt broke box office records in the US, earning $290,000, while the results were greater in the UK, where the film brought in a total of $355,000. However, the film’s best performance came in the UAE, where it took in a staggering $515,000; the Fawad-starring movie brought in $517,000 there.
Director Bilal Lashari expressed his ‘overwhelming’ feelings about the film’s success in an interview with Deadline, saying, “I’m beyond thrilled by the love the film has received from moviegoers and critics alike across the world. The Legend of Maula Jatt continues to win audiences over in theatres all around the world, and we are very delighted that it has contributed to putting Pakistani cinema on the map.
