🎬 Imran Zahid Files RTI Over Pakistani Film 'Maula Jatt' Ban in India 📜

In the middle of all the controversy around the release of 'The Legend of Maula Jatt' in India, Indian actor Imran Zahid has decided to take a bold step. He’s filed an RTI (Right to Information) with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to seek answers regarding the ban on the film starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan. 📝

🎥 Controversy Around ‘The Legend of Maula Jatt’

Released in 2022 in Pakistan, ‘The Legend of Maula Jatt’ was all set for an Indian release on October 2, 2024—the first Pakistani film to be released in India after a 10-year gap! But as soon as the news dropped, protests started across India, leading to the cancellation of its release, even in Punjab, where it was initially supposed to be screened. 😕

While some are calling for a ban, Imran Zahid is not on the same page. He’s asking for clarity from the government about Pakistani artists and whether they are officially barred from working in India. 🎭

💭 What Imran Zahid Wants to Know

Imran Zahid has two major concerns, which pushed him to file the RTI. First, he wants to know if there’s an official government policy prohibiting Pakistani actors from collaborating in Indian films and theatre projects. Second, he’s looking for clarity on whether he can proceed with his plans to adapt the popular Pakistani drama ‘Humsafar’, which also stars Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan. He had previously announced this project in collaboration with Indian director Mahesh Bhatt, but now he’s worried that it might face the same fate as Maula Jatt. 😬

Talking about the sudden turn of events, Imran said, “When the announcement of the release was made, I filed the RTI to get information on whether there’s any ban on Pakistani films. We’re working on a Pakistani drama adaptation, and it’s important to know if the project will run smoothly or face a similar ban.”

🇵🇰💔 A Film That Broke Records

For those unfamiliar, ‘The Legend of Maula Jatt’ was a massive hit in Pakistan and even abroad, earning over ₹100 crores at the box office! It became the first-ever Pakistani film to cross this huge milestone. 🎉 Fans in India were eager to see the film, but the growing tension around Indo-Pak relations made it impossible for its release.

🎭 Art Beyond Politics? 🎶

The question now is whether art should be a victim of political tensions. Should movies, music, and other cultural collaborations be banned just because they come from across a contentious border? Zahid believes that this ban has put a lot at stake, not only for the makers of Maula Jatt but for artists who thrive on cross-border cultural exchange. 🌏

At MediaFx, we believe that art should be kept out of international politics. Music, films, and cultural projects are bridges between people, and they should be allowed to flourish as long as they don’t promote hate or harm the public interest. 🎶✌️ Let’s celebrate the power of art to connect people, not divide them. 💖

TL;DR Summary 📰

Indian actor Imran Zahid has filed an RTI to seek clarity from the government on the ban of Pakistani films, specifically ‘The Legend of Maula Jatt’ starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan. The film was supposed to release in India on October 2, 2024, but protests led to its cancellation. Zahid is also concerned about his upcoming adaptation of the Pakistani drama 'Humsafar'. MediaFx stands firm that art should not be caught in political conflicts as long as it promotes peace and understanding.

Keywords: Maula Jatt, Imran Zahid, RTI, Fawad Khan, Indo-Pak