Punjabi film Chal Mera Putt became an unexpected global box-office smash when released in late July this year. The film, which starred top-billed Pakistani comedians Iftikhar Thakur, Nasir Chinyoti, Akram Udas along with stars Amrinder Gill and Simi Chahal did particularly well with the South Asian diaspora in the UK, as well as its home audience in Indian Punjab. It ended up being the top Punjabi grosser overseas with earnings of around $ 3.6 million.
The movie’s plot, which centered on the hilarious travails of a group of six illegal immigrants on their quest for a British residence card, relied on the slapstick brand of comedy and juggatbazi to work. The three Pakistani comedians especially received many brickbats from the audience for their unique flavor of comedy and were propelled to global stardom with the success of the movie.
Now the film’s makers are back in action with its sequel starring the original’s cast members, with actress Simi Chahal playing the lead opposite Amrinder Gill. The sequel began shooting last month in the UK, with Simi taking to her social media handle to share a picture and a clip of a prayer from the sets. Sharing the clip, she wrote, “Waheguru ji! May your blessings, and prayers from both the ‘Panjabs’ be with us in this beautiful journey.”
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It remains to be seen in what manner the makers will decide to take the plot of the original’s forward in the sequel. In whatever manner that works out, the audience can be sure of another laugh riot with the hilarious trio of Iftikhar Thakur, Nasir Chinyoti and Akram Udas on board. Here’s hoping that their fans on this side of the border will also get to enjoy their favorite actors on the silver screen, this time around.
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