: This marked the brilliant directorial debut of superstar Amrinder Gill. The film captured the historic struggle, grit, and emotional weight of early Punjabi immigrants, pairing stellar visuals with a deeply poetic narrative. 5. Maa
| Movie | Lead Star | Box Office Verdict | Lasting Legacy in 2026 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | The Legend of Maula Jatt | Fawad Khan | All-Time Blockbuster | Visual benchmark | | Honsla Rakh | Diljit Dosanjh | Super Hit | OTT repeat king | | Jatt & Juliet 3 | Diljit/Neeru | Blockbuster | Franchise loyalty test | | Saunkan Saunkne | Ammy Virk | Sleeper Hit | Content is king | | Mojé Maan Di | Ammy Virk | Hit | Family TV staple | | Laiye Je Yaarian | Harish Verma | Above Average | Gen Z cult classic | | Chobbar | Ammy Virk | Hit (Critically) | Social impact winner |
The year 2022 was a banner year for Punjabi cinema, often called Pollywood, as it fully rebounded with a mix of emotional dramas, high-octane action, and the industry’s signature comedies.
Written by the master of Punjabi romances, Jagdeep Sidhu, Lekh is a nostalgic, bittersweet romantic drama exploring the themes of first love and destiny. Cinematic Excellence
Critics praised the "breath of fresh air" in performances by Ammy Virk , Sargun Mehta , and Nimrat Khaira . However, some viewers found the themes of polygamy and the portrayal of women regressive and uncomfortable. Saunkan Saunkne
This gripping thriller offered a starkly different flavor from the usual romantic comedies. Inspired by true events, it follows a man's desperate and dangerous journey to enter the United States through the forests of Mexico. Ammy Virk delivered a powerful performance in this serious, action-packed role.
This film proved that a strong title and a charismatic lead (Gippy Grewal) are enough to pull crowds. A remake of the Malayalam hit Kunjiramayanam , this film is about a lazy yet lovable man who tries to get his brother married to clear his own path to love.
: This marked the brilliant directorial debut of superstar Amrinder Gill. The film captured the historic struggle, grit, and emotional weight of early Punjabi immigrants, pairing stellar visuals with a deeply poetic narrative. 5. Maa
| Movie | Lead Star | Box Office Verdict | Lasting Legacy in 2026 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | The Legend of Maula Jatt | Fawad Khan | All-Time Blockbuster | Visual benchmark | | Honsla Rakh | Diljit Dosanjh | Super Hit | OTT repeat king | | Jatt & Juliet 3 | Diljit/Neeru | Blockbuster | Franchise loyalty test | | Saunkan Saunkne | Ammy Virk | Sleeper Hit | Content is king | | Mojé Maan Di | Ammy Virk | Hit | Family TV staple | | Laiye Je Yaarian | Harish Verma | Above Average | Gen Z cult classic | | Chobbar | Ammy Virk | Hit (Critically) | Social impact winner | 7 hit movies punjabi 2022 upd
The year 2022 was a banner year for Punjabi cinema, often called Pollywood, as it fully rebounded with a mix of emotional dramas, high-octane action, and the industry’s signature comedies. : This marked the brilliant directorial debut of
Written by the master of Punjabi romances, Jagdeep Sidhu, Lekh is a nostalgic, bittersweet romantic drama exploring the themes of first love and destiny. Cinematic Excellence Maa | Movie | Lead Star | Box
Critics praised the "breath of fresh air" in performances by Ammy Virk , Sargun Mehta , and Nimrat Khaira . However, some viewers found the themes of polygamy and the portrayal of women regressive and uncomfortable. Saunkan Saunkne
This gripping thriller offered a starkly different flavor from the usual romantic comedies. Inspired by true events, it follows a man's desperate and dangerous journey to enter the United States through the forests of Mexico. Ammy Virk delivered a powerful performance in this serious, action-packed role.
This film proved that a strong title and a charismatic lead (Gippy Grewal) are enough to pull crowds. A remake of the Malayalam hit Kunjiramayanam , this film is about a lazy yet lovable man who tries to get his brother married to clear his own path to love.