Are you willing to jump into the world of vibrant culture, infectious energy, and heartwarming stories? If yes, Punjabi movies are the best way to explore the same. The Punjabi entertainment industry is playing an important role in entertaining the world consistently. The cinematic offerings from the Punjabi girl industry this is promising a delightful blend of entertainment, emotions, and sheer Punjabiyat. Whether it’s about the rib-ticking comedies or the thought-provoking dramas you can easily get a full landscape of captivating movies here. Keep on reading this guide to explore the best Punjabi movies in 2023 and celebrate the spirit of Punjab and its ever-evolving cinema with us.
Jodi
Being released in 2023, Jodi is a wonderful Punjabi movie that revolves around family bonds, cultural values, and relatable emotions. The movie emerges as a refreshing and heartwarming addition to Punjabi cinema. The movie weaves a tale of two souls designed to meet their lives intricately intertwined by the threads of fate.
Being featured by Diljit Dosanjh, Nimrat Khaira, Hardeep Gill, and Ravinder, it is a wonderful movie that takes you to the 1980s. Directed by Amardeep Singh the story of the movie centers around Aman and Kamlijot who convey the nuance of their characters effortlessly.
Aman is a pragmatic and ambitious young man in the movie who crosses his repats with Kamlijot who is an optimistic and free-spirited woman in a very unexpected manner. The movie takes the audience on a journey of laughter, tears, and self-discovery where the life of the characters takes an unexpected turn and keeps the audience engaged with it till the end.
Maurh
Being directed by Jatinder Mauhar and produced by Karaj Gill and Jatin Sethi, Maurh is a wonderful Punjabi movie whose story is set in pre-Partition Punjab. Ammy Vik, Kuljinder Singh Sidhu, and Marc Bendavid are playing the main leads of the story. The story of the movie revolves around the real-life story of Jeona Maurh and Krishna Maurh. Both of these were the real brothers who become bandits in the late 19th century to fight against the oppressive British rule in the Punjab.
The movie opens up with a scene of Jeona and Krishna being forced to watch their father killed by the Britisheres. This painful event sets the Maurh brothers on the path of revenge and they soon become the bandits who keep on fighting against the oppressive land taxes and seek revenge.
The characters not only play the role of criminals but also seems like Robin Hood-like figures who keep on working for the poor oppressed. It is a well-made movie with strong performances that keeps the audience engaged with it till the end.
Godday Godday Chaa
Being released in March 2023, Godday Godday Chaa is an epic Punjabi movie about a newly web bride who decides to shatter an age-old tradition. The movie takes the audience to the 1980s when women were not allowed to accompany baraats. It is a wonderful comedy drama movie by Vijay Kumar Arora that stars Sonam Bajwa, Tania, Gitaz Bindrakhia, and Gurjazz.
It is a lighthearted and humorous movie that takes the audience on a serious issue.
Sonam Bajwa is playing the role of the main lead ‘Rani’in the movie faces a lot of resistance from the menfolk but didn’t back off at all. Rather than defying menfolk Rani hatches a sly plan to take on all village women in baraat. Rani is supported by her husband Bagga. To force her plan, Rani took the help of her younger cistern Nimmo and worked hard to allow women as baraatis.
Mitran Da Naa Chalda
Directed by Pankaj Batra, Mitran Da Naa Chalda is a pure entertainment movie that is associated with a socially relevant message. It is a must-watch Punjabi comedy drama that by Gippy Grewal, Tania, Raj Shokar, and Shweta Tiwari. The movie revolves around Laadi, who is consistently bullied and ridiculed by people for his stammering.
Gippy is forced to drop out of school early due to his problem. Later on, he learns about the legal system from his maternal uncle who is a lawyer in the movie. Laadi uses his knowledge and skills to help a group of girls in the movie who are falsely accused of a crime. He faced different challenges and ultimately triumphs over adversity. It is a well-made and entertaining movie that gives a strong message to the audience. The movie is memorized for the powerful performance of Laadi.
Kali Jotta
Being released in February 2023, Kali Jotta is a wonderful Punjabi social drama that gained a lot of audience due to its outstanding storyline and powerful performance of the characters. The movie is directed by Vijay Kumar Arora and features Neeru Bajwa, Satinder Sartaaj, and Wamiqa Gabbi as lead characters.
The story of the movie revolves around Rabia who is a young woman who is being subjected to gender violence by her husband and his family. Rabia faces different situations and eventually finds the courage to stand up for herself and fight back. It is a must-watch movie that gives a social message to the audience and keeps the audience engaged with it till the end.
Tufang
If you are willing to watch an action thriller movie, Tufang is a name that will offer you unlimited entertainment. Is a hard-hitting and action-packed Punjabi action thriller that is directed by Dheeraj Kedarnath Rattan and features Guri, Rukshar Dhillon, Jagjeet Sandhu, and Karanveer Khullar as the main leads. The story explains dangers at a young age.
The movie revolves around Arjan who is a young man and inherits his grandfather’s gun house. The main lead of the movie finds himself in a world of violence and crime and uses his skills with a gun to protect himself and those he loves. It is a well made entertaining movie that is a good mix of action, suspense, and romance.
Conclusion
So, Guys! These are some great Punjabi movies you can look out for in 2023. All of the movies mentioned above are quite outstanding and feature captivating storylines and powerful performances.
