Pakistan’s cinematic blockbuster, 'The Legend of Maula Jatt,' has premiered in China, underscoring a pivotal moment in cultural partnership between the two nations.
An official statement from the Pakistan Embassy in China highlighted that the film’s launch constitutes a historic advance in bilateral cinematic collaboration. The statement further noted that Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, extended congratulations to filmmaker Bilal Lashari for this groundbreaking accomplishment and conveyed gratitude to the China Film Administration, the China Film Import and Export Corporation, and the China Film Group for their essential support in presenting the film to Chinese audiences.
“Hashmi noted that the release of the film coincided with celebrations marking 75 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, saying that the film offered Chinese audiences a unique opportunity to experience the richness and vibrancy of Pakistani cinema while reflecting the spirit of mutually beneficial cooperation between the film industries of the two countries,” the statement said.
The ambassador further added that the film’s release followed the Film Co-Production Agreement signed in June 2024 between Pakistan’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and the China Film Administration. “The agreement aims to promote exchanges between filmmakers and encourage joint productions that resonate with audiences in both countries,” he said.
According to the statement, Hashmi said the country had over 200 million telecom subscribers, more than 200 television channels, and state-of-the-art cinema infrastructure. He also underscored Pakistan’s growing international recognition in the film industry, with Pakistani filmmakers recently receiving accolades at the SCO Film Festival in China.
