"The Legend of Maula Jatt" is a Pakistani Punjabi-language film that was originally released in 1979. It is one of the most iconic and influential films in the history of Pakistani cinema. Directed by Younis Malik and starring Sultan Rahi as Maula Jatt and Mustafa Qureshi as Noori Natt, the film is a Punjabi action-drama that gained immense popularity for its memorable characters, dialogues, and action sequences.
The story revolves around the conflict between Maula Jatt, a powerful and honorable landowner, and Noori Natt, a ruthless and cunning gangster. Maula Jatt is known for his physical strength and sense of justice, while Noori Natt is a cunning and evil villain. The film explores themes of revenge, honor, and justice as the two characters engage in a series of epic battles and confrontations.
"The Legend of Maula Jatt" is often regarded as a classic of Pakistani cinema and is known for its impact on Punjabi culture. It has also influenced subsequent Pakistani and Indian films in the action and drama genres. The film's characters and dialogues are still widely quoted and referenced in popular culture in Pakistan.
In 2019, a remake of the film with the same title was released, directed by Bilal Lashari and starring Fawad Khan as Maula Jatt and Hamza Ali Abbasi as Noori Natt. This remake aimed to introduce the story to a new generation of viewers while paying homage to the original classic.