Pakistani film The Legend of Maula Jatt is set to hit Indian theatres on October 2, but the release will be restricted to the Punjab region. This marks the first time in over a decade that a Pakistani film will be screened in India.

Producer Nadeem Mandviwalla confirmed the limited release in an interview with an India media outlet, expressing optimism about the film's potential success despite its restricted availability. He noted that the film’s absence from OTT platforms might work in its favour. "It might take a little time as the film is releasing after two years and the excitement is no longer there as it was in 2022, during its original release," Mandviwalla said. "However, the word of mouth of the film is bound to create that excitement again."

The Legend of Maula Jatt is a remake of the 1979 film Maula Jatt and broke box office records in Pakistan upon its release in 2022. The film is seen as a litmus test for the reception of Pakistani cinema in India, especially given ongoing security concerns and the desire to avoid controversy. As excitement builds for this cinematic event, industry observers are keen to see how the film performs in the Indian market.