Punjabi Movie Muklawa

Directed by Simerjit Singh under the Ammy Virk Productions brand, Muklawa is a 2019 Punjabi-language, comedy-drama. Manmord Sidhu and Gunbir Singh Sidhu handle production of the movie. Ammy Virk, Sonam Bajwa,Gurpreet Ghuggi, Karamjit Anmol and B.N. Sharma in prominent roles; Gurpreet Bhangu, Sukhwinder Chahal, Rakhi Hundal, Drishtii Garewal and Sarbjit Cheema in supporting roles. On May 24, 2019 Muklawa opened theatres all around.

Plot Overview

Set in the early 1960s, when norms and traditions had great importance in relationships, Muklawa is a Punjabi romantic comedy. The film follows wedding couple Shinda (Ammy Virk) and Taaro (Sonam Bajwa) through the social ritual of “Muklawa,” whereby the bride may only visit her husband’s house following a designated length of time.
Shinda marries Taaro after falling in love with her; but, the separation brought about by custom drives him to create clever covert means of meeting her. Spiced with comedy and drama, the film emphasises love, innocence, and the social standards of that age.
The narrative centres on Shinda, a straightforward yet endearing villager who develops feelings for Taaro’s purity and beauty. Early in the movie, Taaro marries; but, the ‘Muklawa’ ritual keeps Taaro from living with Shinda right away. The core of the story is Shinda’s battle to win her love and see their relationship flourish. The movie combines emotional drama with comedy as Shinda tries to manage social demands by defying expectations to show his love.

Cast and Performance

Ammy Virk gives a sincere performance that precisely captures Shinda’s innocence and cheeky appeal. His rapport with Sonam Bajwa is natural and endearing.
Taaro is gracefully portrayed by Sonam Bajwa, who also captures the reserved but strong-willed wife.
With their perfect comic timing, Gurpreet Ghuggi, Karamjit Anmol, and B.N. Sharma give the movie depth and laughter.
Standing forth as the austere and conventional family elder, Nirmal Rishi grounds the cultural backdrop.

Cinematography

Baljit Singh Deo‘s photography masterfully captures the core of rural Punjab. From the vivid fields to the minute elements of the traditional homes, the images are breathtaking and engrossing.

Reception

Having over $474,162 income gross worldwide, the movie is among the top grossing Punjabi films available in India, Pakistan, Australia, Canada, England and United States. 

Verdict

Muklawa is a joyful fusion of cultural nostalgia, comedy, and romance. It emphasises the customs and difficulties of that age while wonderfully showing the purity of love in a conventional environment. The film offers a complete family entertainment value with superb performances, interesting humour, and heartfelt music.