Punjabi cinema, popularly known as , has transformed from a niche regional market into a global powerhouse, with films like The Legend of Maula Jatt (2022) and Carry on Jatta 3 (2023) crossing the ₹100 crore mark. However, this growth faces a significant challenge from piracy sites like Rdxhd , which host unauthorized copies of the latest Punjabi releases. The Rise of Punjabi Cinema (Pollywood)
Based primarily in Amritsar, Ludhiana, and Mohali, Pollywood is dedicated to producing motion pictures in the Punjabi language. The industry has evolved significantly since its first sound film, Heer Ranjha , in 1932. Today, it is known for its high-energy "masala" films that blend action, comedy, romance, and drama. Top-performing and popular Punjabi movies recently include: Rdxhd Punjabi Movies
: The first Punjabi film to cross ₹100 crore, earning approximately ₹396 crore worldwide. Punjabi cinema, popularly known as , has transformed
Piracy remains a "plague" for the Indian film industry, with online digital piracy rising by 62% in India during the pandemic. For regional industries like Pollywood, the consequences are severe: The industry has evolved significantly since its first
: The first Indian Punjabi film to enter the 100 crore club, earning ₹103 crore.