Genre: Comedy / Family Drama Director: Amarjit Singh Saron Cast: Diljit Dosanjh, Sonam Bajwa, Shehnaaz Gill
Released in late 2021 (October), Honsla Rakh carried its momentum well into early 2022, making it a essential entry on this list. The film tackled a taboo subject in Punjabi culture: single fatherhood. Diljit played a young divorced father trying to navigate dating while raising a son.
Why it was a hit: The chemistry between Diljit Dosanjh and Shehnaaz Gill (in her Pollywood debut post Bigg Boss) was electric. Despite the serious undertone of divorce and parenting, the film was a laugh riot. It broke records for opening day collections in many international territories. It is the quintessential feel-good movie of the season. 7 Hit Movies Punjabi 2022
Note: While technically released in late 2021, Puaada had its major theatrical and digital run extending deep into January/February 2022, making it a crossover hit of the season. Why it was a Hit: Ammy Virk and Sonam Bajwa created pure magic. The story of a lazy villager and his stubborn neighbor resonated with every Punjabi household.
Sidhu Moose Wala’s debut film Moosa Jatt was one of the most anticipated releases of the year. Released shortly before his tragic demise, the film showcased Sidhu in a rugged, action-packed avatar. The movie received a thunderous response from fans, not just for the storyline, but for the sheer star power of the late artist. The emotional connection of the audience made this film a significant hit of the year. Genre: Comedy / Family Drama Director: Amarjit Singh
Why it was a Hit: A dark horse of the year, Sher Bagga proved that a simple, character-driven story can beat massive budget films. Starring Ammy Virk in a career-best performance, this film was about a boxer from a small village fighting personal demons.
Caption: Remember 2022? 🗓️ These 7 Punjabi movies didn't just release... they created a STORM! 🌪️🍿 Which one is your favorite
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The King of Comedy Returns Diljit Dosanjh and Neeru Bajwa reunited for the third installment of the beloved Jatt & Juliet franchise. The chemistry between the leads, combined with the hilarious fish-out-of-water scenario set in the USA, made this an instant Diwali blockbuster. If you need a pure stress-buster, this is the one.
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