In Pakistan, the effects were even more detrimental given that cinema houses have barely been able to make ends meet ever since Bollywood releases were banned. Last year, a total of 24 films were released in local cinemas with 19 in Urdu and five in Punjabi. The film’s release at local theatres was blocked after certain religious affiliated groups objected to the content. The film’s release had been previously blocked after a copyright infringement case was registered by Sarwar Bhatti, the producer of the original story of Maula Jatt. "Since the creation of Pakistan, this is the first year when no film was released on both Eids.

Source: The Express Tribune December 26, 2020 11:15 UTC